THE Ice Wine, or Ice Wine
THE Ice Wine, or Ice Wine, is a Canadian specialty recognized worldwide for its sweetness and intensity. Its origins date back to the province of Ontario, where the first producers began experimenting with the unique winemaking technique, inspired by the ice wines of Germany. However, it was in Canada that ice wine became a true trademark.
This sweet wine is made from grapes that are left to freeze on the vines during the winter, usually when temperatures drop below -8°C. The harvest is done manually, while the grapes are still frozen, which results in a more concentrated juice with an intensely sweet and fruity flavor. The fermentation process is slower due to the high concentration of sugar in the frozen grapes.
The province of British Columbia, especially the Okanagan Valley region, is also known for the production of Ice Wine, which has won international awards. Canadian Ice Wine is widely appreciated for its ability to balance acidity with sweetness, making it perfect for desserts or simply as an aperitif. Today, ice wine is one of Canada's most notable exports, continuing to delight wine lovers around the world.
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