I drove and stayed in Saint John for a few days for work- while I was there I figured I would indulge in some local wines.
I headed for NB Alcool and grabbed the first store clerk I could find to direct me to the best local wines available. That poor girl didn't know what was coming....
1) "Verger Belliveau" a pear wine from Memramcook, NB.
The wine was sweet. smooth and fresh tasting. It went down like fruit juice without any issues. You could very easily enjoy this as a treat, with dinner, or at an event.
2) "Richibucto River" from Mundleville, NB
This wine was much more dry than my first choice, and also much more tarte. Better for someone who prefers their wine a little stronger and not with the personality of juice (I can be in the mood for either sometimes).
I found this was best combined with a meal, it's not sweet enough for a treat and a bit strong to sip on at an event.
3) "Dunhams Run Long Reach" made with honey from Kingston, NB
This bottle was SWEET I would even place it as more of a dessert wine to be frank. It has a very strong honey taste as was quite dry. I recommend one glass at a time as a treat with this one- it can get over powering very quickly.
The verdict:
3 nights, 3 bottles (I'm sure the hotel cleaners thought I was a lush... But after my experience with the hotel I'm not overly concerned of what they thought of me. My favorite of the 3 was definitely the Verger Belliveau- it's sweet and smooth personality made it perfect for a relaxing evening.
