Inniskillin Niagara Cabernet Franc Icewine

- Serve slightly chilled at about 50-55°F (10-13°C) to highlight its vibrant sweetness without dulling complexity.

- Present in a small tulip-shaped glass to concentrate aromas and maintain temperature enhancing a focused tasting experience.

- Pair with spiced dark chocolate truffles dusted with chili or cinnamon for a warming layered contrast.

- Create a mini dessert skewer featuring grilled pineapple fresh strawberries and blue cheese cubes alternating for a balance of sweet tart and creamy flavors.

- Use as a topper over vanilla bean panna cotta or creamy mascarpone mousse drizzling a small spoonful to enrich texture and flavor.

- Complement with a charcuterie board offering pâté dried figs and toasted walnuts playing on savory sweet and nutty palate notes.

- Enhance a summer gathering by serving as a wine float with a small scoop of black cherry or vanilla gelato adding a refreshing creamy twist.

- Celebrate special occasions by pouring into ice-filled crystal coupe glasses garnished with a twist of orange peel or a sprig of fresh mint for subtle aromatics.

- Incorporate as a marinade base for lamb chops or duck breast glazed lightly during the final cooking stage to impart sweet acidity and fruitiness.

- Pair with spicy Asian dishes such as Szechuan tofu or Thai basil chicken where the wine’s sweetness cools the heat and enriches the spices.

For optimal storage of Sweet Red (Niagara Cabernet Franc Icewine 2022 37.5cl) maintain a stable temperature around 55°F (13°C) which balances aging and preservation without risking spoilage or flavor loss. Since it is a sweet red wine this temperature range also protects its delicate sugar and flavor compounds.

Keep the bottle away from light especially UV rays by storing it in a dark place or a cabinet without windows to prevent premature aging and spoilage.

Store the bottle horizontally to keep the cork moist if the bottle is sealed with a natural cork which prevents air from entering and oxidizing the wine.

Maintain a humidity level of 60–70% to prevent cork drying and maintain the seal integrity.

Ensure minimal temperature fluctuations to avoid cork expansion or contraction which can let air in and spoil the wine. A cool vibration-free environment is ideal.

For opened bottles reseal tightly with the original cork or a wine stopper and refrigerate at about 45°F (7°C). Consume within a few days to preserve quality as icewine’s sugar content can slow oxidation but does not prevent it entirely.

No special storage beyond these conditions is typically required for this type of sweet red wine.