NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, Ont. — The Institute of Masters of Wine (IMW) has introduced that the Charles Baker 2019 Riesling VQA Vinemount Ridge was included as one in all 12 blind wines within the 2022-23 Stage One MW examination. Inclusion of this wine is a recognition that highlights the distinctive high quality and character of Ontario VQA Riesling, but in addition reinforces its standing as a world-class instance within the world wine trade.
“My pursuit of Riesling started as a sommelier and subsequently as a cellar hand in Jordan, Ont. Once I was a part of the opening workforce at Stratus, I used to be already deeply dedicated to exploring the assorted websites of the Niagara Peninsula in pursuit of capturing its varied personalities,” says Charles Baker of Charles Baker Wines. “The Vinemount Ridge expression of this undertaking has usually been lauded as a stand-out Riesling, however to have it included as one of many first Ontario desk wines on the Grasp of Wine examination is the final word honour. Expressions of terroir embrace the individuals stewarding the land and as such, my limitless thanks go to our growers, J-L Groux, Dean Stoyka and the complete workforce at Stratus for being a part of this journey.”
“It’s actually an thrilling time for Ontario’s wine trade — world recognition for the standard of Ontario VQA wine is rising quickly — and having an Ontario VQA Riesling from the Vinemount Ridge sub-appellation included within the 2023 Masters of Wine examination as a benchmark instance of Canadian Riesling reinforces the relevance of Ontario VQA Riesling on the worldwide stage,” says Magdalena Kaiser, director of Public Relations for the Wine Advertising and marketing Affiliation of Ontario. “Congratulations to Charles Baker and the workforce at Stratus, who proceed to be an integral a part of Ontario’s VQA wine story.”
“It is a clear sign that Charles Baker Wines, and Ontario and Canadian wines generally, have achieved recognition as a varietal level of reference for Riesling,” says Janet Dorozynski, Commerce Commissioner, Canadian Wine, Beer and Spirits. “Charles Baker and Stratus work arduous to make their wines obtainable internationally, which brings world consideration to the native trade and allows commerce and shoppers exterior of Canada to style the standard wines Canada makes.”
The IMW is a membership group famend for its distinctive worldwide fame. For practically 70 years, its members, often known as Masters of Wine (MWs), have been on the forefront of management and experience within the wine world. Their mission is to advertise excellence, interplay and studying throughout all sectors of the worldwide wine group.