Estate Grown Late Harvest Ortega
Chaberton Estate Winery
2025 Estate Grown Late Harvest Ortega
Fraser Valley, British Columbia VQA
Luscious, aromatic, and beautifully balanced, our 2025 Late Harvest Ortega showcases the concentrated character of estate-grown Fraser Valley fruit. Crafted predominantly from Ortega with a small addition of oak-aged Viognier, this dessert-style wine combines rich natural sweetness with vibrant acidity, creating an elegant balance of fruit, freshness, and texture.
The Ortega grapes were left on the vine until mid-October, allowing the fruit to develop greater concentration and naturally elevated sugar levels. Whole clusters were gently pressed before fermentation, which was arrested by cooling the wine to -4°C to preserve its natural residual sugar. Following fermentation, 5% oak-aged Viognier was blended into the wine, adding another layer of aromatic complexity and texture.
Winemaking
- Appellation: Fraser Valley BC VQA
- Alcohol: 12.8% alc./vol.
- Residual Sugar: 107 g/L
- Acidity: 8.4 g/L
- Viticulture: Left Ortega grapes to hang on the vine till mid October to concentrate natural sugars
- Pressing: Whole cluster press
- Fermentation: Arrested fermentation at -4°C to preserve natural sugar levels
- Aging: 5% oak aged Viognier blended post fermentation
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Brilliant golden straw with rich, luminous highlights.
Nose
Expressive aromas of fresh citrus, caramelized fruit, and fragrant honeysuckle, with subtle honeyed and floral undertones.
Palate
Luscious and concentrated with flavours of honey, lemon tart, and dried fruit. Bright acidity provides freshness and balance to the natural sweetness, creating a rich yet lively palate with a long, elegant finish.
Style
Rich, late-harvest dessert wine with concentrated fruit, vibrant acidity, and beautifully balanced natural sweetness.
Food Pairing Suggestions
A versatile dessert wine that can be enjoyed on its own or paired with sweet and savoury dishes:
- Lemon tart and citrus desserts
- Crème brûlée
- Apple or pear tart
- Blue cheese and aged cheeses
- Foie gras or pâté
- Dried fruits and toasted nuts
Serving
- Serve at: 6-8°C
- Enjoy: Now through 2040
Available in 375 mL bottles
Estate grown, produced, and bottled at Chaberton Estate Winery, Langley, British Columbia.
Crafted from late-harvested Fraser Valley Ortega to capture concentrated fruit, natural sweetness, and the vibrant acidity characteristic of our cool-climate estate vineyards.