Cherry Lane – Canadian Invasion Series
Cherry trees herald the beginning of our island spring, when their blossoms festoon city boulevards and island orchards alike. With Cherry Lane, we raise a glass to ALL cherries, both cultivated and indigenous, that usher in the blossom season. This radiantly blush cider is infused with a dosage of sweet and sour cherries, creating a perfectly balanced semi-sweet sip. As part of our Canadian Invasion Series, Cherry Lane supports the protection of natural areas to help native plant species thrive by supporting environmental education and action to protect our environment. We raise a glass to cherry blossoms and the essence of spring!
9.9% alc./vol.
Description
Size: 750 mL
Alcohol: 9.9% alc./vol.
SKU: +123860
Packaging: Clear champagne glass; crown closure with a flip top for re-closure.
the story
Cherry Lane continues with the Canadian Invasion Series theme of building awareness around invasive plants which are a threat to farms and natural areas alike. The Cherry Blossom trees in Victoria are non-native species gifted to the city and are praised for their beautiful blossoms by locals and visitors alike. British Columbia is also home to many native varieties of cherries, such as the Bitter Cherry, Choke Cherry and Pin Cherry, as well as several cherry species cultivated by farmers on Vancouver Island.
As the poet Kobayashi Issa once wrote, “In the cherry blossom’s shade there’s no such thing as a stranger.” If so, there’s no better way to make new friends than over a glass (or two) of Cherry Lane.
how we make this cider
To craft Cherry Lane we slowly ferment cider from British Columbia apples in stainless steel tanks using carefully selected champagne yeast. Once fermentation is complete, the cider is racked and clarified, and finally, just before bottling, we add a dosage of sweet cherries and sour cherries juice.
tasting notes
Appearance: Deep rose with amber notes
Aromas/Flavours: Cherries and apple skins
Acidity and Sweetness: semi-sweet, balanced with sour cherry acidity
Mouth feel: gently effervescent, smooth with minimal tannins, long finish
suggested food pairings
Cherry Lane pairs well with darker meats such as roast duck or venison. For dessert try it with a dense chocolate cake or traditional cheesecake.
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