Luscious, aromatic, and made for slow sipping, Monarch Late Harvest Vidal VQA is a rich Ontario dessert wine with layers of ripe fruit and honeyed sweetness.
Pale yellow in colour, this expressive Vidal opens with a delightful bouquet of sweet peach, juicy pear, bright citrus, and golden honey. On the palate, rich apricot flavours and a smooth, mouth-filling texture create a decadent yet approachable dessert wine experience.
Its sweet fruit character makes it an excellent companion for savoury apple pie, brandied sweet potato tart, cheesecake, fruit pastries, and soft or blue-veined cheeses. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a luxurious finish to a special meal.
Late harvest wines are crafted from grapes left on the vine longer to develop greater ripeness and concentrated sweetness. This gives Monarch Late Harvest Vidal VQA its generous fruit profile, rich texture, and dessert-friendly character.
Monarch Late Harvest Vidal VQA pairs beautifully with:
- Savoury apple pie
- Brandied sweet potato tart
- Classic apple tart
- Peach cobbler
- Pear tart
- Apricot pastries
- Lemon tart
- Crème brûlée
- Vanilla cheesecake
- New York-style cheesecake
- Honey cake
- Bread pudding
- Shortbread cookies
- Almond biscotti
- Fruit custard
- Fresh peaches and cream
- Pears poached in wine
- Brie
- Camembert
- Blue cheese
- Aged cheddar
- Goat cheese
- Foie gras
- Pâté
- Spiced nuts
- Dried apricots
- Fresh fruit and cheese boards
It is also delicious served on its own after dinner.
