Chaberton Vintage One (CVO)
Chaberton Estate Winery
2023 Chaberton Vintage One (CVO)
British Columbia BC VQA
Elegant, structured, and cellar-worthy, the 2023 Chaberton Vintage One (CVO) represents the pinnacle of our red wine program. Crafted from a carefully selected blend of premium British Columbia varietals, this wine showcases depth, complexity, and exceptional balance while highlighting the character of the vintage.
The blend combines the plush fruit of Merlot with the structure of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Pinot Noir for elegance and small additions of Petit Verdot and Malbec for colour, depth, and refinement. Twelve months of aging in a combination of new and neutral oak barrels allowed the wine to develop seamlessly integrated tannins and layered complexity while preserving the purity of the fruit.
Winemaking
- Appellation: British Columbia BC VQA
- Alcohol: 13.6% alc./vol.
- Residual Sugar: 3 g/L
- Acidity: 5.95 g/L
- Varieties: 42% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, 15% Pinot Noir, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Malbec
- Aging: 12 months in 5% new oak barrels and 95% neutral oak barrels
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Deep garnet with ruby highlights and excellent clarity.
Nose
Complex aromas of baking spice, tobacco leaf, ripe blackberry, and dark plum are layered with subtle notes of cedar and oak.
Palate
Full and beautifully balanced with flavours of fresh mint, red currant, and ripe dark fruit. Integrated oak contributes subtle vanilla, toast, and spice, while fine-grained tannins and balanced acidity lead to a long, elegant finish.
Style
Medium to full-bodied dry red wine with refined tannins, layered complexity, and excellent aging potential.
Food Pairing Suggestions
An exceptional companion for rich, savoury cuisine:
- Grilled ribeye or New York strip steak
- Herb-crusted rack of lamb
- Braised short ribs
- Wild mushroom risotto
- Aged cheddar, Gouda, and Gruyère
- Roast duck with berry reduction
Serving
- Serve at: 16-18°C
- Enjoy: Now through 2033
Available in 750 mL bottles
Produced and bottled at Chaberton Estate Winery, Langley, British Columbia
Crafted to showcase the depth, elegance, and aging potential of premium British Columbia vineyards through meticulous blending and thoughtful barrel maturation.