Reviews & Accolades

Top 20 Ontario Chardonnays

2021 Chardonnay CSV, Beamsville Bench, Estate Grown


Author: Tina Gellie
Publication: Decanter Magazine
Published: 12 / 2023
Rating: 91
Riesling and sparkling are the highlights here but this top-end Chardonnay, from the seven oldest rows (47 years) of the estate vineyard, is worth a look. Racy and fresh, with firm, chalky minerality… Read More

Best of 2023 Buying Guide

2020 Riesling CSV, Beamsville Bench, Estate Grown


Author: Michael Alberty
Publication: Wine Enthusiast Magazine
Published: 12 / 2023
Rating: 92
An almost perfect aromatic combination of freshly sliced Kaffir limes and Anjou pears mingles beautifully with a wee bit of petrol. The dry, acidity driven wine feels taut and clean in the mouth,… Read More

Fizz Buyer's Guide 2023

NV Blanc de Blancs, Beamsville Bench, Estate Grown


Author: John Szabo, MS
Publication: WineAlign
Published: 12 / 2023
Rating: 92
Rating Stars: 5
Quietly, consistently, Cave Spring continues to turn out some of the best value traditional method sparkling wine in Ontario, and Canada. This is premium Blanc de Blancs in everything but price, with… Read More

Best of 2023 Buying Guide

2021 Riesling, Niagara Peninsula


Author: Michael Alberty
Publication: Wine Enthusiast Magazine
Published: 12 / 2023
Rating: 90
A sweet and tangy blood-orange aroma fills the air as wisps of petrol and coconut water stake their claim on the fringes. The wine’s elevated acidity and lean, crisp mouthfeel are complemented by… Read More

This Year's Most Amazing Wines Under $20

2020 Riesling Estate, Beamsville Bench, Estate Grown


Author: Michael Alberty
Publication: Wine Enthusiast
Published: 11 / 2023
Rating: 91
Wine Enthusiast reviewers uncovered an amazing and wide array of high-scoring, lower-priced wine from around the world for this year’s Best Buy report. How amazing? All of them scored 90 points or… Read More

2021 Pinot Noir Estate, Beamsville Bench, Estate Grown


Author: Panel Rating
Publication: Decanter Magazine
Published: 11 / 2023
Rating: 91
Shy, but rather deep with aromas of dried herbs, cherry, plum and earthy spice. Sophisticated, showing good concentration with salty tannins and a complex, savoury finish.

The Sipster's Pocket Guide to 50 Must-Try Ontario Wines

2021 Riesling, Niagara Peninsula


Author: Luke Whitall
Publication: The Sipster’s Pocket Guide to 50 Must-Try Ontario Wines
Published: 10 / 2023
Cave Spring Riesling displays… lateral thinking at its best. On the one hand, it’s pure Ontario – flowers and minerals wrapped in a beautifully crisp and balanced package. On the other hand, you can… Read More

2019 Riesling Icewine, Lincoln Lakeshore, Estate Grown


Author: Bruce Sanderson
Publication: Wine Spectator
Published: 09 / 2023
Rating: 92
This light-weight dessert wine is highlighted by apricot, spiced baked apple and almond aromas and flavours. Vibrant, this is offset by a creamy texture and a persistent, well-defined finish. From… Read More

2021 Cabernet Franc, Beamsville Bench, Estate Grown


Author: David Lawrason
Publication: WineAlign
Published: 09 / 2023
Rating: 90
Rating Stars: 5
When Niagara can turn out Cab Franc like this at $20, the grape’s future as a commercial success is assured. It’s a mid-weight, well-balanced and approachable example with typical raspberry fruit,… Read More

2021 Cabernet Franc, Beamsville Bench, Estate Grown


Author: Michael Vaughan
Publication: Vintage Assessments
Published: 09 / 2023
Rating: 90
This excellent 2021 has a bright, fairly deep purple colour. The nose is slightly spicy with intense, bright, plummy fruit along with some gentle minerally, faint cedar-sandalwood notes. Dry,… Read More

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