Mead is the oldest art of fermentation. Consumed by all from kings to peasants mead has gained a reputation as a giver of life, wisdom, courage and strength down through the ages.
The term “honeymoon” has been associated with drinking mead during the month long celebration following a wedding in pagan times. If you would like to combine this ancient tradition with your wedding celebration, we will be delighted to supply it locally or ship to your location. Read More on Mead and Weddings
In addition to the health giving properties of honey, mead was thought by Romans to lengthen life and to possess unique healing qualities. The ancient Nordic people considered the drinking of mead as a most important aspect of daily life. Legends of great mead halls, feasts and celebrations abound in the cultural histories of the countries of this area.
It is the bee’s tireless search for nectar from thousands of blossoms that creates the honey in each bottle of mead. 100% natural honey is diluted with pure water and special yeast cultures. Spices or berry juice are added for further dimension and complexity. A fermentation and slow ageing process in European oak barrels occurs for up to three years before bottling.
Vintage Sac - Sweet Mead 2007
18% alc / vol PH 31
RS 8degrees brix 225cases
Silver Metal Winner, North West Wine Summit 2010
Source- honey and spice, no fruit -barrel fermented and aged in French oak, fortified
This mead is closer in style to the traditional meads that some people have experienced in Europe. It is an exciting new alternative to dessert wines and should be something to talk about at the holiday dinner table this season. Sweet floral honey notes lead into a long finish that is well appreciated alone or with your favourite desserts. Currently Available
Kickass Currant, Family Reserve
13.3% Alc/Vol PH 5.5
RS 2 degrees brix 166 cases
Bronze Medal Winner, Northwest Wine Summit 2008
Fruit Source - black currant, wildflower honey, lightly aged in oak
A modern style of mead, this full bodied wine has a robust fruity nature. A rich cassis flavour with intense mouth appeal combines with a subtle honey background and a kiss of oak. Try this wine with cured and red meats or wild game. Serve at cellar temperature. This mead will cellar for up to 10 years. Currently Available
Solstice Metheglin
13% alc / vol PH 3.3
RS 4 degrees brix 210 cases
Silver Medal Winner, Northwest Wine Summit 2008
Fruit Source - honey, ginger root, and spice,-no fruit- barrel aged in French oak
A family recipe with a modern twist. Wildflower Honey and a blend of ginger and spices is added to pure water and fermented with special yeast. Aged for 6 months in French Oak barrels, this off dry mead makes an excellent dinner wine to serve with fowl, fish, or spicy foods. Serve at cellar temperature. This mead cellars well for 10-15 years. Currently Available.
Wassail Gold - Sack Mead
12% alc / vol PH 3.4
RS 6 degrees brix 417 cases
Fruit Source- honey and spice, no fruit -barrel fermented and aged in French oak
This mead is for those liking a sparkling wine. This style of mead is made with an extra amount of premium natural honey, less water, special yeast cultures and is fermented and aged in French oak barrels. A sophisticated palate cleanser between courses, pairs nicely with fruits, aged cheeses, delicate seafood dishes and lighter deserts. Serve at cellar temperature. Currently Available
Harvest Melomel
12% alc / vol PH 3.2
RS 2 degrees brix 221 cases
Fruit Source - marion berry, loganberry, gooseberry, and wildflower honey lightly aged in French oak
Our seasonal mead. This off dry mead is made with 100% Vancouver Island Honey and a blend of berries from our farm.
Clean and crisp with a distinct fruity palate, it finishes with a soft whisper of honey. Melomel was the mainstay of ancient agricultural communities, their festivals, and traditions long before the cultivation of grapes and barley. Lighter alcohol and acidity and slight effervescence are a historical part of this style of mead. Enjoy this mead with our famous wild BC salmon, cream pastas, fowl, or your favourite cheeses. Serve at cellar temperature. This mead cellars well for up to 10 years.
Brazen Blackberry
RS 2 degrees brix, 12.5% alc / vol
2005 Northwest Wine Summit Gold Medal winner
This robust blackberry honey wine is rich and rewarding. Aged in French Oak with hints of honey and warm summer blackberry flavours. It pairs well with rich meat dishes, pastas, your favorite cheese or dark chocolate. Serve at cellar to room temperature.
This mead cellars well for up to 8 years.
*Please call or email our store to confirm which products are currently in stock. You may also wish to find out about special seasonal meads not listed here. |
