Recently, I came across two early tasting notes on a couple of 2002 vintage wines from Scotch Block Winery in Halton Hills, which I am reposting below. After a change of ownership of Andrews Scenic Acres, the winery continues to exist, but these days it is called Andrews Winery. These vintage tasting notes recall the original Scotch Block wines. At the time of this writing, the original Toccalino vineyard no longer exists.
The 2002 Scotch Block Halton White was a unique blend of Cayuga White, Seyval Blanc, Vidal and Auxerrois. It was a truly regional wine, being made with grapes grown on Scotch Block's local vineyard nestled against the backdrop of the Niagara Escarpment. Halton White was clear-straw in colour with a pale greenish glint. It was fresh and citric on the nose, with aromas of ripe pineapple and a touch of white grape jelly. On the palate, the wine was full and textured and had impeccable balance. The acidity was lively and fresh, and there was just a touch of residual sweetness that was not intrusive at all. It was pleasant both as a food wine and as a sipping wine. The warmth of the 13.7% alc./vol. demonstrated the high ripeness of the 2002 vintage.
Scotch Block's Halton Red complemented their Halton White. Halton Red was an exciting, truly regional red wine made from Baco Noir, Lucy Kuhlmann and De Chaunac—all planted locally and sourced from the Toccalino vineyard. 12.1% alc. Deep and saturated black-ruby/vermilion. Aromas of tulips and linden flowers gave way to tart red berries, hints of brown sugar and an earthy undertone, all framed by a subtle oak aroma. Tangy acidity was balanced by a substantial, almost glycerolic palate feel and a dusting of tannin. Just a bit of residual sugar was noted. Tasty and full-textured; well-balanced. Long, earthy finish.
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