The Red Line

Unique, unforgettable wines made with passion and patience

The G. Marquis Red Line is a collection of 100% Ontario VQA wines. These classic, layered wines exemplify the cool climate viticulture of the Niagara Peninsula. Vintages are carefully selected and cellared producing soft, fruit-forward wines true to their varietal character. Delicate yet vibrant, our Red Line wines are authentic, unoaked, easy drinking and will impress the most discerning of wine lovers.

Cabernet Sauvignon VQA

A great partner to spicy back ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, grilled kebabs or piri-piri seasoned roast chicken. Enjoy with grilled veggies too.

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Grape Varieties: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Source: 100% Ontario, Niagara Peninsula
Appellation: Niagara Peninsula VQA
Wine Classification: Dry red varietal table wine
Cellaring Potential: 2 to 6 years
Winemaking Notes: Fermentation conducted in stainless steel at 28-30°C over a period of seven to 10 days using FX10 yeast strain. Wine aged over a period of one year in stainless steel. Wine cold stabilized prior to bottling.
Tasting Notes: Medium/full-bodied. Red and black currant, cranberry and cedar aromas underpinned with spice and smoke hints. Soft tannins and a long finish make it an ideal food red.
Appearance: Deep ruby/garnet red
Appropriate Food Pairings: A great partner to spicy back ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, grilled kebabs or piri-piri seasoned roast chicken. Enjoy with grilled vegetables too.
Serving Notations: Serve at 14-16˚C / 57-61˚F in traditional red wine glasses

Merlot VQA

Enjoy with New York steak, hearty beef or Irish stew, London Broil or a classic Beef Stroganoff. Perfect with lasagna and mature cheeses too.

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Grape Varieties: 100% Merlot
Source: 100% Ontario, Niagara Peninsula
Appellation: Niagara Peninsula VQA
Wine Classification: Dry red varietal table wine
Cellaring Potential: 2 to 6 years
Winemaking Notes: Fermentation conducted in stainless steel at 28-30˚C over a period of seven to ten days using FX10 yeast strain. Wine aged over a period of one year in stainless steel. Wine cold stabilized prior to bottling.
Tasting Notes: Medium/full-bodied with red berry and ripe black grape notes backed by nuances of clove and nutmeg. Supple tannins provide ample structure and a lasting dry finish.
Appearance: Deep ruby/garnet red
Appropriate Food Pairings: Enjoy with New York steak, hearty beef or Irish stew, London Broil or a classic Beef Stroganoff. Perfect with lasagna and mature cheeses too.
Serving Notations: Serve at 14-16˚C / 57-61˚F in traditional red wine glasses

Pinot Grigio VQA

Delectable as a complement to grilled sea bass, poached lake trout or pan seared scallops. Great with roast chicken and creamy pastas in traditional white sauces. Enjoy with soft cheeses as well.

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Grape Varieties: 100% Pinot Grigio
Source: 100% Ontario, Niagara Peninsula
Appellation: Niagara Peninsula VQA
Wine Classification: Dry white varietal table wine
Cellaring Potential: 2 to 5 years
Winemaking Notes: Juice cold clarified prior to inoculation with VL3 yeast strain. Fermentation conducted in stainless steel at 15-18˚C over a period of three weeks. Wine aged over a period of six to eight months in stainless steel. Wine cold clarified and cold stabilized prior to bottling.
Tasting Notes: Medium-bodied. Clean apple, pear and tropical fruit notes in an easy drinking, dry yet exceptionally food friendly style.
Appearance: Pale straw yellow
Appropriate Food Pairings: Delectable as a complement to grilled sea bass, poached lake trout or pan seared scallops. Great with roast chicken and creamy pastas in traditional white sauces. Enjoy with soft cheeses as well.
Serving Notations: Serve at 6-10˚C / 43-50˚F in traditional white wine glasses.

Chardonnay VQA

The perfect match to full-flavoured ocean and shellfish dishes including grilled calamari, pan seared tuna steaks and Lobster Thermidor. Superb also with Pasta Primavera, grilled chicken and rich, creamy cheeses.

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Grape Varieties: 100% Chardonnay
Source: 100% Ontario, Niagara Peninsula
Appellation: Niagara Peninsula VQA
Wine Classification: Premium dry white varietal table wine
Cellaring Potential: 2 to 4 years
Winemaking Notes: Grapes harvested at 22.0° Brix. Juice cold clarified prior to inoculation. Fermentation conducted in stainless steel at between 18-20°C over a period of two weeks using EC1118 yeast strain. Wine aged in stainless steel over a period of six months. Wine cold stabilized prior to bottling.
Tasting Notes: Bartlett pear and green apple notes combine with tropical fruit hints in this medium-bodied wine. A perfect complement to light meats and appetizers.
Appearance: Straw yellow
Appropriate Food Pairings: This impressive wine provides the perfect match to full-flavoured ocean and shellfish dishes including pan seared tuna steaks, grilled calamari, Oysters Rockefeller or Lobster Thermidor. Enjoy it with seasoned roast Ontario pork loin or Pasta Primavera. Superb also with grilled chicken dishes in addition to rich, creamy cheeses.
Serving Notations: Serve at 6-10°C/43-50°F in traditional white wine glasses.

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