Elegant, creamy, dry.
Specializing in small lot (primarily white) wines, Terravista Vineyards is a gem on the vibrant winemaking region anchored to Penticton called the Naramata Bench.
Their second label En Terre is a new project, seven years in the making. En Terre meaning earthen or of the earth is the embodiment of this special wine series and also the name of Terravista's home vineyard. En Terre reflects their commitment to sustainability and mindful winemaking practices. It is about striking the balance between nature, land and innovative techniques.
The label's distinctive logo, a symbol of the brand's ethos of perpetual motion, draws inspiration from Davinci's golden ratio; a timeless representation of nature's balance and beauty.
There will be five wines in total, but for now, three have been released including this serious traditional method sparkling brut made from 69% Pinot Noir and 31% Chardonnay. It was aged 16 months on lees and no dosage was added after being disgorged.
Toasted apple brioche and grilled lemon, yellow apple, hazelnut and wildflower aromas lead to a dry palate with a creamy texture and fine bead. It has a savoury complexity and notes of dried pineapple, hazelnut and racy citrus flavours. Long and elegant.
©copyright 2024 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - September 19th, 2024

Fragrant, juicy, smooth.
Specializing in small lot (primarily white) wines, Terravista Vineyards is a gem on the vibrant winemaking region anchored to Penticton called the Naramata Bench.
Their second label En Terre is a new project, seven years in the making. En Terre meaning earthen or of the earth is the embodiment of this special wine series and also the name of Terravista's home vineyard. En Terre reflects their commitment to sustainability and mindful winemaking practices. It is about striking the balance between nature, land and innovative techniques.
The label's distinctive logo, a symbol of the brand's ethos of perpetual motion, draws inspiration from Davinci's golden ratio; a timeless representation of nature's balance and beauty.
There will be five wines in total, but for now, three have been released including a traditional method sparkling brut, an off-dry Riesling and this medium-bodied Cabernet Franc.
Notes of licorice and leather, sweet cherry and wild berries, purple flowers and coffee lead to a juicy palate. In the mouth it is a little shyer and earthier with tart red fruit, tealeaf and vanilla flavours. It is smooth and enjoyable.
©copyright 2024 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - September 20th, 2024

Precise, racy, taut.
Specializing in small lot (primarily white) wines, Terravista Vineyards is a gem on the vibrant winemaking region anchored to Penticton called the Naramata Bench.
Their second label En Terre is a new project, seven years in the making. En Terre meaning earthen or of the earth is the embodiment of this special wine series and also the name of Terravista's home vineyard. En Terre reflects their commitment to sustainability and mindful winemaking practices. It is about striking the balance between nature, land and innovative techniques.
The label's distinctive logo, a symbol of the brand's ethos of perpetual motion, draws inspiration from Davinci's golden ratio; a timeless representation of nature's balance and beauty.
There will be five wines in total, but for now, three have been released including a traditional method sparkling brut, a Cabernet Franc and this off-dry Riesling harvested from Okanagan Falls.
Classic aromas of crunchy peaches, green apples and lime with undertones of orange blossom.The palate is taut and racy but balanced; snappy citrus flavours mask the residual sugar beautifully. A lovely expression of Riesling.
©copyright 2024 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - September 20th, 2024

Precise, racy, fcrunchy.
Specializing in small lot white wines (and a Syrah), Terravista Vineyards is a gem on the vibrant winemaking region anchored to Penticton called the Naramata Bench.
This blend of 63% Albarino and 37% Verdejo is only wine of these grapes produced in Canada. Grapes are grown at Terravista's home vineyard on the Naramata Bench at estate Lone Hand Ranch vineyard. Tough granitic soils of glacial origin characterize the vineyard.
It's a racy and verdant gulp with green apples, still crunchy peaches, wild flowers, grass clippings and lemongrass aromas. Cheek-sucking acidity describes the palate; mineral and citrus flavours dominate. Precise and lip-smacking it has a creamy edge and delicious weight on the tongue.
©copyright 2020 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - August 21st, 2020

Considerate, slick, powerful.
Specializing in small lot white wines (and a Syrah), Terravista Vineyards is a gem on the vibrant winemaking region anchored to Penticton called the Naramata Bench.
Made from Roussanne from Naramata Bench and 20% Viognier (2019 is the first vintage Vionier was not the dominant grape) from the Black Sage Bench. The Roussanne was fermented in puncheons and the Viognier in neutral oak barrels. It's a powerful wine with candle wax and honey, golden fruits and lemongrass, wild herbs, spice and wet stone notes. A considerate wine, concentrated and slick on the tongue.
©copyright 2020 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - August 24th, 2020