Stratus, White, Niagara Peninsula, Niagara Lakeshore, 2014

Complex blends are the Stratus speciality, and this textured, medium-bodied white brings together 54% Chardonnay and 35% Sauvignon Blanc, with 5% each of Semillon and Viognier and just 1% Gewurztraminer. It’s green-gold in colour with fresh yet creamy scents and finely balanced flavours, both juicy and soft, combining understated green and yellow fruits. It's harmonious, food-friendly and satisfying. I also had a chance to taste the now-golden 2007 vintage. The blend changes from vintage to vintage, and 2007 brought together 46% Sauvignon with 28% Chardonnay. It illustrates how nuttiness comes to this wine with time.