When you want homemade wine in Penticton, we can help! The process of making wine at Logan's Mini Brew starts with choosing the type and quality of wine you want to create. You then purchase the ingredients and begin by sprinkling the yeast on the juice to begin fermentation. We assist you at all times, to whatever extent is required. After the batch is started, you have no further obligations until the wine is ready to be bottled. When you arrive for your bottling appointment, you will need to sanitize the bottles, fill and cork them, and finish by applying labels and shrink caps. We provide all the necessary equipment and assistance needed for you to accomplish this with ease. You can read more about the wine options on this page. For more information about each particular varietal, you can visit winexpert™.
LE20
Ready in 6-8 Weeks
AVAILABLE DECEMBER 2020
Gamay Noir and Pinot Noir are the perfect pair – both varieties feature high natural acidity and low tannins making this an extremely food-friendly wine. Cherry and cranberry on the nose with a subtle floral note. Strawberry and cherry flavours are accented by an undertone of savoury spice. Vibrant and versatile with freshness and finesse. Try chilling Double Noir an hour before serving.
MARLBOROUGH, NEW ZEALAND • LODI, CALIFORNIA
Marlborough garners much acclaim for its cool climate Pinot Noirs. The region enjoys plenty of sunshine and the moderate temperatures see a strong swing between day and night, fostering strong varietal expression. Lodi also sees big temperature swings from day to night, which helps Gamay retain its characteristic acidity.
SIGNATURE FOOD PAIRING: Pull Apart Ham and Gruyere Loaf
ADDITIONAL FOOD PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Charcuterie, mushroom pizza, barbecue, honey glazed duck breast, marinated pork ribs, brie with cranberry or raspberry sauce, strawberries, spanakopita
LE20
Ready in 6-8 Weeks
AVAILABLE APRIL 2021
Australian Grenache and Shiraz combine with California Tannat to make this plush, charismatic blend. Grenache provides notes of raspberry and spice. Tannat brings gripping tannins and a whisper of licorice, while Shiraz imparts black plum and peppercorn. This wine layers delicious dark fruit & red berry with complex notes of vanilla, peppery spice, and subtle smoke completed by racy acidity, big tannins and a lengthy finish.
RIVERLAND, AUSTRALIA • LODI, CALIFORNIA
The Riverland region wraps around the Murray Darling river, basking in the hot South Australia sun. The Mediterranean climate and long sunny days make for vibrant fully ripened grapes. The winding river provides relief from the sometimes-intense heat, vital access to water for irrigation, and contributes to the region’s fertile soils.
SIGNATURE FOOD PAIRING: Asian Marinated Sirloin With Grill-Steamed Greens
ADDITIONAL FOOD PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Hearty meat dishes like roast beef, bison burgers or lamb shawarma, cassoulet. Dark chocolate, mature hard cheeses.
LE20
Ready in 6-8 Weeks
AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 2021
Grown on the slopes of an active volcano, Nerello is a wine that knows how to get your attention and keep it. Appealing aromas of cherry, strawberry and rose unfold into juicy red berry and crushed strawberry flavours with hints of cinnamon and herbs. Sleek and savoury with earthy and mineral nuances, fresh acidity and smooth, polished tannins.
SICILY, ITALY
Sun-kissed Sicily has been growing grapes for more than 3,000 years; the hot temperatures, consistent sunshine and moderate rainfall make it a wine haven. The slopes around Mount Etna on the island’s east coast are a sweet spot for Nerello, where the higher elevation brings cooler nighttime temperatures which help maintain the grape’s desirable acidity. The volcanic soils impart mineral notes on the grape, and with Etna’s frequent eruptions, soil composition is constantly transforming.
SIGNATURE FOOD PAIRING: Sheet Pan Sausage & Vegetable Dinner
ADDITIONAL FOOD PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Tuna and swordfish, meatballs, roasted tomatoes, marinated bell peppers, Pasta alla Norma (traditional Sicilian pasta dish with sautéed eggplant and tomato sauce topped with ricotta), chorizo, stuffed red peppers with goat cheese
LE20
Ready in 6-8 Weeks
AVAILABLE MARCH 2021
Chardonnay, Riesling, and Pinot Grigio come together in perfect synergy in this lively off-dry white with tropical and stone fruit flavours, bright acidity, and a crisp balanced finish. Chardonnay provides texture, notes of green apple, pineapple and citrus. Riesling offers lively acidity and floral aromas. Pinot Grigio rounds out the blend with juicy peach, apricot, and pear flavours.
LODI, CALIFORNIA
Located in the middle of California’s Central Valley, Lodi has a classic Mediterranean climate of warm days and cool nights and benefits from cool breezes blowing inland from the San Francisco Bay area – a climate that helps lend grapes a refreshing natural acidity. The mineral rich, sandy soils and dry growing season allow growers to precisely manage vine growth through irrigation, producing more concentrated flavours
SIGNATURE FOOD PAIRING: Kimchi Mac & Cheese
ADDITIONAL FOOD PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Curried chicken kebabs, pad thai, chicken with grilled pineapple, buttered popcorn (goes great with casual cuisine!) Serve well chilled as an aperitif.
LE20
Ready in 6-8 Weeks
AVAILABLE JANUARY 2021
Torrontes and Muscat, two aromatic whites, share many similarities making them ideal blending partners. Expect floral aromas, fresh peach and citrus flavours and bright acidity. Torrontes, Argentina’s signature white wine grape, lends notes of rose petal, geranium and peach, complemented by Muscat’s honeysuckle, mandarin orange, and stone fruit flavours.
MENDOZA, ARGENTINA
At the foot of the Andes and an average of 900m above sea level, Mendoza boasts some of the highest vineyards in the world and Torrontes grows particularly well as this elevation. The hot, semi-arid climate is tempered by cool mountain nights, helping the varietal to retain acidity. Dry, rocky soils mean the vines have to work harder for nutrients thereby producing smaller, more concentrated grapes.
SIGNATURE FOOD PAIRING: Coconut Curry Poached Cod
ADDITIONAL FOOD PAIRING SUGGESTIONS: Smoked salmon grilled chicken or fish, empanadas, risotto, pasta with cream sauce, spicy Thai noodles, goat cheese canapes, fruit biscotti, panna cotta
Amarone Style, Veneto, Italy – with grape skins
Reserve
Ready in 6-8 weeks
Rich aromas of dark fruit and spice with layers of cherry, plum, mocha, dried fruit flavours, warm oak, and a firm, lingering finish.
Bordeaux Style, Languedoc, France – with grape skins
Private Reserve
Ready in 6-8 weeks
Plum, black currant, and red berries with warm spice character, subtle cedar, and chocolate. Smooth and silky from start to finish.
Cabernet Sauvignon, Lodi Ranch 11, California – with grape skins
Private Reserve
Ready in 6-8 weeks
Black currant and dark cherry flavours enhanced with notes of baking spice and toasted oak. Big in flavour and structure with well-integrated tannins.
Chardonnay, Sonoma Dry Creek Valley, California
Private Reserve
Ready in 6-8 weeks
Gentle citrus aromas and generous tropical fruit flavours accented with a subtle touch of oak. Rich mouthfeel with vanilla undertones.
Merlot, Stag’s Leap District, California – with grape skins
Private Reserve
Ready in 6-8 weeks
Juicy plum and raspberry combine with savoury spice, smooth tannins, and oak for a lush, polished texture.
Nebbiolo, Piedmont, Italy – with grape skins
Private Reserve
Ready in 6-8 weeks
Earthy and floral notes add depth to the cherry and red fruit character of this intense red. Firm tannins with solid structure and a big personality.
Pinot Gris, Yakima Valley, Washington
Private Reserve
Ready in 6-8 weeks
Bright and fresh palate of green apple, melon, and lemon zest. Fruit-forward with crisp acidity.
Pinot Noir, Marlborough, New Zealand
Private Reserve
Ready in 6-8 weeks
Black cherry and raspberry with herbs, dark spice, and earthy notes. Silky texture and balanced acidity make this very food-friendly.
Alcohol: 13.5%
*Alcohol level based on following Winexpert winemaking instructions.
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Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
Private Reserve
Ready in 6-8 weeks
Inviting passionfruit, cut grass, and grapefruit aromas carry through to the palate of this crisp wine with juicy fruit intensity and bright acidity.
Super Tuscan, Tuscany, Italy – with grape skins
Private Reserve
Ready in 6-8 weeks
Loaded with ripe red cherry, blackberry, and juicy plum complemented with vanilla and spice notes. Rich and smooth with velvety tannins.
Zinfandel, Lodi Old Vines, California – with grape skins
Private Reserve
Ready in 6-8 weeks
Crushed berry and smoky aromas, full of dark berry flavours, nuanced oak and spice. Rich, fruity, and bold with a lingering finish.
Alcohol: 14%
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Cabernet Merlot, California
Reserve
Ready in 6 weeks
Ripe cherry, plum, chocolate, and supple tannin.
Cabernet Shiraz, Australia
Reserve
Ready in 6 weeks
Blackberry, dark chocolate, licorice, and smoke.
Chardonnay, Australia
Reserve
Ready in 6 weeks
Ripe pineapple, mango, and vanilla with creamy texture.
Gewürztraminer, Germany
Reserve
Ready in 6 weeks
Orange blossom, stone fruit, and lychee.
Luna Rossa, Italy
Reserve
Ready in 6 weeks
Ripe black cherry, blackberry, and plum with toasty oak.
Merlot, California
Reserve
Ready in 6 weeks
Chocolate, black cherry, and vanilla spice.
Pinot Grigio, Italy
Reserve
Ready in 6 weeks
Green apple, lemon zest, and refreshing acidity.
Riesling, California
Reserve
Ready in 6 weeks
White peach, pineapple, and mouth-watering acidity.
Shiraz, Australia
Reserve
Ready in 6 weeks
Blackberry, sweet spice, and leather.
Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre, Australia
Classic
Ready in 4 weeks
Blackberry, dark chocolate, and spice.
Malbec, Chile
Classic
Ready in 4 weeks
Blackberry, black plum, and spice.
Valroza, Italy
Classic
Ready in 4 weeks
Sour cherry, raspberry, and plum.
Viognier, California
Classic
Ready in 4 weeks
Peach, apricot, and honeysuckle.
Bahama Mama
Island Mist
Ready in 4 weeks
Lush pineapple with flavours of coconut, sweet brown rum, and a twist of tangy orange.
Black Cherry Lemonade
Island Mist
Ready in 4 weeks
Freshly picked dark cherry and plum flavours combined perfectly with the slight tart acidity from the lemonade.
Blackberry
Island Mist
Ready in 4 weeks
Succulent blackberry with a slightly tart zing.
Green Apple
Island Mist
Ready in 4 weeks
Crisp green apple with pleasant tartness and a delicious juicy finish.
Raspberry Dragon Fruit
Island Mist
Ready in 4 weeks
Sweet dragon fruit is perfectly blended with tangy raspberry.
Raspberry Peach Sangria
Island Mist
Ready in 4 weeks
Ripe red raspberry mix with juicy peach undertones. Fruity, refreshing, and easy drinking.
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