Perry – Heirloom Series

Description

Size: 750 mL
Alcohol: 6.5% alc./vol.
SKU: +11080
Packaging: Clear champagne glass; crown closure with a flip top for re-closure.

The story

Perry is a rare drink originating in northern France and Britain and traditionally crafted from inedible “perry” pears grown solely to produce Perry. Sea Cider’s Perry was inspired by the discovery of a Perry Orchard several years ago near our farm on the Saanich Peninsula. A few dozen fifty-foot perry pear trees planted nearly a century ago still stand majestically and are all that remain on what was once acres of rural orchard farmland. An orchard that produces biennially, Sea Cider picks these inedible perry pears every other year to produce small batches of perry in the traditional Herefordshire style. Fermented with champagne yeast, the hard tannins of the perry pears are tamed with the addition of other pear varietals from our leased orchard in the Similkameen Valley to produce this delicately nuanced drink. 

tasting notes

Appearance: Clear, light straw in colour, gently effervescent, bright
Aromas/Flavours: Herbaceous, pear juice
Acid/Sweetness: Ultra-dry but with hints of perry’s natural unfermentable sugars to balance the acidity.
Mouthfeel: Lightly tannic, delicate, sharp

suggested food pairings

Grilled salmon, shellfish, creamy pasta, Thai green curry, samosas, fried foods (fish & chips, spring rolls, french fries), fresh salads, soft mild cheeses.

Awards

• 2025 BRONZE – GLINTCAP 
• 2015 BRONZE – GLINTCAP