"The temperature dropped below -8° Celsius early this morning allowing us to start picking this year's Icewine crop," said Matthew Speck, Co-Owner and Senior Vice President of Operations, Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery. "With the incredibly warm growing season of 2024, we expect the Icewine grapes to be very ripe, making powerful Icewine with almost tropical fruit over tones. It is beneficial to be able to start picking early this year, as the grapes are more advanced in ripeness than what is typical. This will help maintain freshness, a very desirable characteristic in Icewine."

"Exiting a great summer and warm fall, fruit from the 2024 vintage is packed with flavour and intensity" said Lawrence Buhler, Head Winemaker, Henry of Pelham. “As we head into the start of the winter season, we are excited for a fantastic Icewine harvest!"

Henry of Pelham has produced award-winning Icewine since 1989. A delicacy on its own, Icewine is an elevated complement to charcuterie, spicy cuisine or rich dishes, such as foie gras and pâté. A decadent mixing agent for cocktails, Icewine can be enjoyed immediately or cellared for 10+ years.

About Henry of Pelham

Henry of Pelham Family Estate Winery is owned and operated by the Speck Brothers and located in the Short Hills Bench sub-appellation of the Niagara Peninsula. The winery produces handcrafted, award-winning wines that are available across Canada and around the world. Henry of Pelham is certified by Sustainable Winegrowing Ontario and is committed to minimizing its environmental footprint in the vineyard and winery. This is critical for the long term preservation of both Ontario's Greenbelt, and the Niagara Escarpment, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.

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Emily Alonzo, Director of Marketing, Henry of Pelham

Phone: 905-684-8423 x234

Email: emily.alonzo@henryofpelham.com

www.henryofpelham.com