Schloss Laderheim - Riesling

Ahh.. Schloss Laderheim, the candy of my eye at the end of every workday. It has been a real treat reviewing this bountiful box of Okanagan Reisling.

Schloss Laderheim is a product of Andres Wines Ltd. Andrew Peller introduced his first wine, Hochtaler, to Quebec in 1970. Since then, Hochtaler has come a long way, producing wines such as Domaine D'or, Sommet, Copper Moon, Royal, Peller Estates and of course last night's wine baby, Schloss Laderheim.

I am so very grateful to be blessed with a local BC Liquor Store (just a 2 minute drive, or 5 minute bike ride away). I went in, picked out this stunning box, and paid. WOW! Andres Wines Ltd. did a great job with the marketing side of things, The box looks to be something out of the early 1900's and makes you feel like you are carrying something that has been aged for years. On this particular day, I was driving, but I could only imagine the jealousy I would have if I was walking or riding my bike with this wine in hand. At just $34.99 CDN, you'll feel like you stole it!

Once my arrival at home, I got the beats flowing, and the hot tub jets turned on medium, It was time to 'un-box' yet another great boxed wine product. The first thing I noticed was how easy it was to push back the cardboard tab and pull the nozzle out. The nozzle appears to be made of premium plastic and is black in colour. They even added a red rubber button to release the sweet Riesling nectar. I like to call this the "cherry on top".

While the acidity of Schloss Laderheim is high, it remained rather un-oaked. The flamboyant fruity flavours went down with ease, leaving my palette with somewhat of a bitter after taste. I highly recommend this fine product and recommend you to enjoy all 4 liters until the very. last. drop.

Thanks to one of  our[BOXED] models, Breeze, for her help.

[BOXED] Rating: 8.5/10
Price: $34.99/4L
Variety: Riesling
Region: Okanagan Valley, Canada
Cellared: Calona Vineyards, Kelowna, BC


Yours in boxed wine,

Benjamin