CRU INTERNATIONAL
Inspired by the finest winemaking regions.
Whether you enjoy tantalizing reds or exciting whites, Cru International has the perfect international wine style for you.
California Chardonnay Style
Captivating flavours of green apple and tropical fruit enhance an upfront floral bouquet as is expected by the finest California Chardonnays. It will develop to reveal layers of ripe fruit and integrated oak.
Food Pairings
Serve with Bok-choy asparagus frittata or French chicken dijon.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Medium |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *12.3% |
California Muscat Style
A luscious blend with flavours and aromas of peach, apricot, baked apple, and pear. This soft white crowd-pleasing California wine also has a hint of tropical fruit.
Food Pairings
Pairs best with desserts including chocolate cake and peach cobbler.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Muscat |
| Sweetness | Off-dry |
| Oak | Unoaked |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *11.4% |
Germany Gewürztraminer Style
Made in the style of one of Germany’s most renowned whites, this Gewürztraminer style is balanced and crisp with bold tropical fruits on the palate.
Food Pairings
Excellent with Vietnamese-style shrimp or Thai red curry chicken.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Gewürztraminer |
| Sweetness | Off-dry |
| Oak | Unoaked |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *11.5% |
Germany Müller-Thurgau Style
Made from a quintessential German white grape variety, this wine features subtle fruit notes and a mild acidity. Its long and lasting finish will leave you wanting more.
Food Pairings
Try with German asparagus casserole or light vegetable dishes.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Müller-Thurgau |
| Sweetness | Off-dry |
| Oak | Unoaked |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *11.5% |
Germany Riesling Style
Clean, crisp, and slightly fruity, this wine is full of fruit flavour with an intense and pleasing aroma. You will want to savour through to the last sip.
Food Pairings
Works well with Thai and Chinese take-out, pork tenderloin and light seafood fare.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Riesling |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Unoaked |
| Body | Light |
| Alcohol % | *11.6% |
Ontario Pinot Grigio Style
A dry wine with overtones of green melon leading to a crisp, clean finish. A bouquet of honey and herbs combined with aromas of clove, nutmeg and butterscotch from the addition of oak, completes the experience of this perennially favourite white.
Food Pairings
The delicate aromas and crisp acidity of this light and refreshing Pinot Grigio compliments the flavors of herbed butter seared scallops, feta and grilled asparagus pizza, or even a pasta al olio (olive oil, chili, garlic).
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Pinot Grigio |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Medium |
| Body | Light |
| Alcohol % | *11.5% |
Italy Pinot Grigio Style
An enticing deep apple and grapefruit bouquet with apple and citrus notes that follow through to the palate and linger with a dry finish. This Pinot Grigio is made in the true northern Italian style.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with Creole shrimp or Italian orzo risotto.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Pinot Grigio |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Unoaked |
| Body | Light |
| Alcohol % | *12.3% |
Italy Verdicchio Style
Herbal aromas dominate the bouquet, while flavours of lemon and pear entice the palate. The finish is crisp and clean. A refreshing style white wine.
Food Pairings
A crisp and refreshing, food friendly wine that pairs with salads, mild cheeses and lemon chicken.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Verdicchio |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Unoaked |
| Body | Light |
| Alcohol % | *11.5% |
Ontario Sauvignon Blanc Style
Straw in colour with a refreshing grassy nose; bold herbal tones and fresh citrus flavours on the palate. This wine is as delightful as a cool Ontario Fall day, its finish both long and fruity.
Food Pairings
Great with mild Asian food including white fish or sushi.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Unoaked |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *12.3% |
South Africa Chenin Blanc Style
The fruity nose has hints of green apple and lemon with a subtle floral bouquet. On the palate, true to its South African origins, it is delightfully refreshing.
Food Pairings
Perfect with sushi or Italian fried and stuffed rice balls (Arancini di Riso).
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Pinot Noir Merlot |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Unoaked |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *12.3% |
RED WITH SKINS
Australia Cabernet Sauvignon Style
A classic Cabernet Sauvignon with a nose of blackcurrants, dark chocolate and subtle toasty notes with hints of coffee and vanilla notes on the palate.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with meatloaf and mashed potatoes or prime rib au jus.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Medium |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *13.3% |
British Columbia Meritage Style
This dry, medium-bodied wine opens on the nose with delicious aromas of red currant, cassis, vanilla, cigar box, and spices. On the palate, it unveils a round mouthfeel with polished tannins for a supported finish.
Food Pairings
Enjoy with red wine braised beef with pomme purée, bison burgers with blue cheese, garlic lamb chops with chickpea purée, or triple cream cheese.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Meritage |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Medium |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *14.6% |
California Syrah Style
Raspberries and peppery spice blend in harmony to create an elegant flavour with soft, balanced tannins and a lingering, smooth finish. This is a California wine at its best.
Food Pairings
Try with teriyaki beef or Shanghai stir fry and cabbage.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Syrah/Shiraz |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Medium |
| Body | Full |
| Alcohol % | *13.3% |
California Zinfandel Style
Zinfandel creates a wine with a luscious bouquet of ripe black cherry and delicate spices. The palate boasts a hint of toasted oak with well-rounded, berry fruit, and a long finish.
Food Pairings
Tastes great with Italian meatball subs or Chinese-style ribs.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Zinfandel/Primitivo |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Medium |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *13.3% |
Chile Malbec Style
Warm spice notes and aromas and flavours of ripe blackberry and blackcurrant. Chile is well known for these chewy, deep, rustic red wines with intense cherry flavours and blended oak undertones.
Food Pairings
Enjoy with chicken drumsticks and Asian BBQ sauce or Mexican fajitas.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Malbec |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Medium |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *13.3% |
Italy Nebbiolo Style
Luxurious flavours of dark plums and chocolate greet the nose, while hints of blackberries, toasted oak and spices are found on the palate of this great Italian classic.
Food Pairings
Serve with Italian pastas such as gnocchi or wild mushroom and risotto.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Medium |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *13.7% |
Washington Merlot Style
A cooler climate style Merlot from Washington, this wine features classic flavours of cassis and chocolate. It is dark and rich with complex notes of blackberries and velvety tannins.
Food Pairings
Great with Italian sausage pizza or Mediterranean lamb.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Merlot |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Medium |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *13.3% |
RED WITHOUT SKINS
British Columbia Pinot Noir Style
As one would expect from a BC style Pinot Noir, this wine features aromas of black cherries and fresh strawberries. Silky tannins while subtle notes of pepper and spice round out the palate.
Food Pairings
Tastes great with Mexican enchiladas or Indian green lentil curry.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Medium |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *13% |
California Cabernet Sauvignon Style
A hint of violet is present in the bouquet, typical of this variety. It’s superbly enhanced with the addition of oak, and while it can be drunk young, it also does well with age
Food Pairings
A classic served with your favorite BBQ ribs, mushroom or lamb burgers and hard cheeses.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Medium |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *11.8% |
Chile Merlot Style
A smooth, rich wine, medium dark in color with notes of blackberry and currants. A hint of green olive in the bouquet will pleasantly surprise and delight you.
Food Pairings
An easy sipping wine to be enjoyed on its own or with mustard glazed pork chops or chicken-pesto pasta.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Merlot |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Medium |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *12.3% |
California White Zinfandel Style
This easy drinking, classically California style blush offers fresh floral notes on the nose and pleasing berry flavours with a soft, off-dry finish on the palate.
Food Pairings
Perfect with Atlantic lobster or grilled lemon halibut.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | White Zinfandel |
| Sweetness | Off-dry |
| Oak | Unoaked |
| Body | Light |
| Alcohol % | *11.6% |
French Rosé Style
Made in the classic French rosé style, it is light bodied and pink in colour with spiced strawberry and crisp, citrus aromas. The palate features fresh strawberry flavours with a refreshing fruity finish.
Food Pairings
Try with Italian paninis or an Israeli cous cous salad.
| Weeks | 5 |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Rosé |
| Sweetness | Dry |
| Oak | Unoaked |
| Body | Medium |
| Alcohol % | *11.8% |
