"Deep ruby in colour, this Cabernet Shiraz displays a rich bouquet of dark berry fruit and peppery notes. The palate is smooth in texture, showing concentrated flavours of black plum and cassis complemented by an undercurrent of spicy layers."

Emerging from an overall mild winter, the 2006 season began with a warm and early spring allowing the vines to recuperate from previous harsh years. The summer provided evenly warm temperatures only slightly above average. Niagara experienced above normal rainfall in June and July, and the precipitation continued in September and October. The moist and humid conditions in the fall meant that regular care was necessary for the health of the vines and maturing berries. Hard rains prevented harvesters from picking the grapes but the extended season provided plenty of time to pull in a higher than expected crop. The last of the red grapes were harvested in November which resulted in some great fruit concentration.