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Located in the heart of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley, Mission Hill Family Estate is a family-owned winery renown for producing distinctive, internationally acclaimed wines in a dramatic setting that celebrates wine, food and the arts.
Proprietor Anthony von Mandl and Winemaker John Simes cultivate our twenty-four vineyard estates throughout the Valley’s five growing regions. Simes employs a combination of science and intuition in selecting grape varietals best suited to the Valley’s diverse microclimates. Investments in technology, irrigation systems, frost protection and weather stations, along with extensive canopy management, encourages the production of exquisite fruit. |
Experience the wines for yourself at home
Oculus and the Legacy Series, including Quatrain, Compendium and Perpetua, are the culmination of 25 years of crafting fine wine. Rare and limited they receive careful handling at every stage of grape cultivation, harvest and winemaking. The grapes are chosen from select blocks and rows within our estates. They are hand harvested and hand sorted and then gravity fed to small fermentation vessels and barrel aged in tiny lots to allow for ultimate selectivity. These boutique wines are crafted in small lots under 1,000 cases each. Oculus, Quatrain and Compendium should be decanted prior to serving, and Perpetua is best enjoyed no colder than 12°C. Meticulously selected, the SLC wines are also made from 100% winery owned vineyard estate fruit, are age-worthy and balanced with layers of complexity, which will develop with further cellaring. The Reserve tier wines are similarly sourced from our own estates, and are elegant wines, crafted for enjoyment upon release though are also suitable for aging. |
Requirements
Minimum orders are per case. Please be advised that the Oculus, Legacy Series, SLC, and Icewines comprise of six bottles per case. A case of the Reserve or Five Vineyard wines contain a dozen bottles.
Shipping, HST and a .20¢ LCBO bottle deposit are additional. Costs for up to 2 cases shipped is $30 within the GTA and $45 for the rest of Ontario. An additional $15 is billed for every 2 cases added to the order. Due to LCBO restrictions on inter-provincial wine shipments, delivery time will be on average 6-11 weeks after your order is placed. We apologize for the long lead time. Please be advised, we are also unable to accept cancellations after your order is placed.
Have questions regarding your order? Contact our Mark Anthony office in Toronto at 647-428-3123 or 1-800-905-6660 or email info@missionhillontario.com.
Visiting the winery
We invite you to also experience the nature and art of winemaking with us, by walking our lush on-site vineyards and visiting our underground cellars. Sample fine wines by the glass, dine at our Terrace, or enjoy a concert under the stars. Visit our website to book tours online at Guest Experience at www.missionhillwinery.com for more details.
2006 Oculus
Oculus is Mission Hill Family Estate’s signature Bordeaux inspired wine. This elegant and complex wine represents the pinnacle of everything we do from viticulture to winemaking. Selected clusters from designated blocks within our estates in Oliver and Osoyoos are set aside for this wine. The grapes are hand harvested and hand sorted prior to gently breaking the skins; they are then gravity filled to small French oak fermenters. After 5 weeks extended maceration the free run wine and a small portion of lightly basket pressed wine is aged separately in 100% French oak barrels for 14.5 months.
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2008 Perpetua
The pinnacle of white wine viticulture and winemaking at Mission Hill Family Estate
Perpetua is a single vineyard Chardonnay comprised of three distinct clones. Each contributes particular characteristics and complexity to this wine. After crushing and light skin contact, 25% of the free run juice is set aside and barrel fermented in our finest new French oak barrels. The wine is then aged for 10 months sur lie, and stirred by hand every two weeks. The remainder is cold fermented in small stainless steel vats.
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2007 Quatrain
A QUATRAIN is a poem or stanza that is always composed of four lines.
John Simes, Mission Hill Family Estate's chief winemaker, has carefully crafted the second vintage of this exquisite wine. The grapes were selected from the best blocks within our estates in Oliver and Osoyoos. They were hand harvested, hand sorted, and fermented in small lots in French oak fermenters, using both punch down and pump over. The wine was aged in a selection of 100% French oak barrels for 15 months.
The second vintage of Quatrain exhibits a ripe, juicy core of black cherry and blackberry fruit that's supple and polished, with hints of exotic spices, sage and coffee mocha. The ultra-fine tannins are beautifully in balance with the equally impressive purity of fruit and style in this vintage.
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2007 Compendium
A compendium is a 'collection'; this Bordeaux inspired wine is part of Mission Hill Family Estate's ultra-premium wine collection. Elegant and complex, COMPENDIUM reflects great care and dedication in everything we do from viticulture to winemaking.
The grapes were selected from designated blocks within our estates in Oliver and Osoyoos; they were hand harvested and hand sorted and then gravity filled to small French oak fermenters. After 5 weeks extended maceration the free run wine and a small portion of lightly basket pressed wine was aged separately in 100% French oak barrels for 13.5 months.
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2007 SLC Chardonnay
Rich and succulent, with focused pear, pineapple, honey and spice flavours, gaining zingy citrus notes and touches of earth and hazelnut on the long and stylish finish.
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2005 SLC Merlot
Concentrated aromas of blackberry, licorice, black olive and espresso mark the SLC Merlot from the outstanding 2005 vintage. The rich, full bodied palate continues to show dark fruits along with spice and cedar notes, tobacco and dark chocolate. Big, chewy tannins give this wine an immense mouthfeel and rich, satisfying finish.
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2007 SLC Syrah
At every stage of grape cultivation, harvest and winemaking only the very finest lots are selected for Mission Hill Family Estate's 'Select Lot Collection' wines. The grapes are chosen from blocks and rows within 100% winery owned estates in Oliver and Osoyoos, having been meticulously cared for throughout the growing season in the vineyard. Hand harvested, and hand sorted during grape-receiving, they are then gravity fed to small fermentation vessels, and barrel aged in tiny lots to allow for ultimate selectivity. The Syrah has been aged in French and American oak for 18 months.
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2007 SLC Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon
A complex and refreshing wine, with a rich array of tropical fruit, sweet pea, herb, sage and lemon-lime, turning elegant and polished on the fi nish. The lingering aftertaste echoes these primary fruit and herb themes along with a suggestion of creamy vanilla.
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2005 SLC Riesling Icewine
Classic sweet-tart Icewine profile, with an exhilarating blast of ripe Bartlett pear as the main theme. The lively, citrus-driven structure cleanses the palate and provides a counterpoint for the decadent sweetness. Vibrant and long on the finish, with a mouth-watering citrus aftertaste.
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2008 Reserve Riesling
The Riesling showcases vibrant notes of lime, tangerine and peach pit with a distinctive minerality. Focused and concentrated flavours of lime, apple and Bosc pear provide crisp, lively fruit and mouthwatering acidity. This gorgeous wine has a long, structured, and lingering finish.
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2008 Reserve Pinot Blanc
Our single-vineyard Reserve Pinot Blanc refl ects the 2008 Okanagan vintage with its concentrated fl avours, elegant balance and subtle oak infl uence. The grapes were grown on a steep, westfacing hillside along Lake Okanagan at our Lakeshore Vineyard Estate. This site’s favourable position and the lake’s moderating influence and cooling breezes are ideal for Pinot Blanc grapes. The prevailing gravel and sandy loam soils provide excellent drainage and contribute a mineral undertone that defines the lush elements of this elegant, distinctive and food-friendly wine.
This Pinot Blanc is rich and pure. Lovely Fuji apple and mineral notes are complemented by luscious acidity, producing an elegant, juicy wine. The fi nish features the harmonious lingering of citrus and minerality - complex and delicious.
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2007 Reserve Pinot Noir
Rich and open-textured with complex black cherry aromas, our 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir features gentle plum notes and a touch of spicy oak that come together on the finish and linger softly. This ripe Pinot Noir has warmth, charm and appealing depth, making it a most versatile food-friendly wine.
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2008 Reserve Vidal Icewine
Opulent yet graceful, intense yet caressing, viscous yet never heavy, the impression is one of the fresh, ripe juiciness with a lingering aftertaste of mango and tangerine.
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2008 Reserve Riesling Icewine
Naturally frozen on the vine, grapes destined for Icewine production are painstakingly hand harvested at temperatures of -8°C or colder. As the frozen grapes are pressed, only a few precious drops of concentrated juice are obtained. At Mission Hill Family Estate, Icewine isn’t made every year. We wait for Mother Nature’s blessing. Under the watchful eye of winemaker John Simes, the grapes are harvested and turned into a delicately balanced, aromatic wine. Technically challenging, time consuming and very risky, Icewine is truly an art and is considered to be a delicacy.
This Riesling Icewine is lush and decadent yet vibrant and exciting, with the hallmark, sweet-tart character of great Riesling Icewine. The wine offers a wonderful bouquet and flavours of citrus, green apple, guava and praline with mouthwatering persistence and length.
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2009 Five Vineyards Rosé
This is a deliciously refreshing dry Rosé. Aromas of pomegranate and sun-soaked strawberries mingle on the palate with notes of vanilla and honey.
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