Media

“…and Closson Chase Vineyards 2005 Chardonnay, also from
Prince Edward County, was a most delicious and sophisticated
accompaniment.”

Excerpt from James Chatto's culinary report from the Ottawa Gold Medal Plates Awards, November 23, 2007

Foodinc.ca Canada's restaurant source

click here to go to the July '06 Wine Club write up of Closson Chase

“…it shows substantial weight, structure and terrific length, reminiscent of Grand Cru Chablis.”

Click here for a story about the Buckhorn Festival and a rating on our 2005 Chardonnay by David Lawrason

Grape Expectations
Planting vines and picking apples in scenic Prince Edward County, some Queen's alumni are emerging as key players in the development of Canada's newest centre for the production of quality wines and ciders.

download a pdf of the full Queen’s Alumni review featuring Seaton MacLean

“Superstar winemaker Deborah Paskus on her next big adventure”

download a pdf version of Deborah's interview in the April 2005 Report on Business Magazine

2003 Chardonnay rating in Wine Access Magazine
“…this is a fabulous wine with decadent richness and vibrancy. The nose billows apricot, honey, wood smoke and cashews.”

download a pdf of the full Wine Access review

Nuvo magazine

download a pdf version of Sonja's interview in Spring 2005 NUVO

March 29: Nuvo Hosts Sonja Smits at Verity

NUVO was delighted to host an exclusive evening with Sonja Smits at the Verity Club on March 29th. Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and Moët & Chandon Champagne while Sonja shared her uniquely Canadian success story, engaging stories and her latest project, Closson Chase winery. Deborah Paskus, the winemaker also joined us to present the wine. The evening was a tremendous success. We thank you for joining us and extend our appreciation to Sonja, Deborah and Mary Aitken at Verity for their generous participation.

Newsletter 2003

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Newsletter 2001

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