Located in the Okanagan’s premier grape growing region, Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery (VQA) is nestled in the heart of the well-known Golden Mile Bench, south of Oliver, British Columbia. The dream of an estate winery goes back to 1973 when Walter and Gordon Gehringer’s father Helmut & his brother Karl completed a seven-year microclimate evaluation of the Okanagan, finally purchasing the current vineyard site in 1981. In 1985 the winery was built and the first vintage produced! The past 30 years of passionate winemaking on the Golden Mile Bench has been reflected in the unparalleled level of consistency and excellence of the Gehringer Brothers wines.
View Supplier PageSKU | 398107 |
Country | Canada |
Region | Okanagan Valley |
Type | White |
Varietal | Blend - Auxerrois, Chardonnay, Riesling |
Listing | Direct Order |
Case Config. | 12x750ml |
Available In | BC |
Clear pale lemon.
Desert Sun has a moderate bouquet intensity, of a fruity nature.
The off-dry style allows the acidity to highlight the subtle & delicate flavours and truly cleanse the palate, finishing in a crisp style.
A perfect picnic, patio or weeknight sipper. Pairs with grilled chicken, pork, salmon and shrimp as well with pasta and salads.
Located in the Okanagan's premier grape region, Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery is nestled in the heart of the well-known Golden Mile area south of Oliver. It is tucked in among five neighbouring wineries, overlooking an expanse of vineyard and orchards as far as Osoyoos Lake. The vineyard's southeast aspect and gentle slope gives the vines excellent exposure to sunshine, while the elevated location on the bench keeps the vines safely above the fall frost zone of the valley floor. The high mountain slopes behind the vineyards to the west provide evening shade, resulting in a rapid cool-off during summer, which in turn prevents grape acid levels from falling. This is what shapes the Gehringer style: a fine balance between ripe, sweet fruit and firm, clean acidity.
2020 -
Silver Medal
2019 -
Silver Medal
2017 -
Silver Medal
2017 -
Gold Medal
2017 -
Silver Medal
2017 -
Silver Medal
2016 -
Double Gold
2015 -
Gold Medal and Best of Class
2015 -
Silver Medal
2015 -
Bronze Medal
2015 -
Double Gold Medal