About 8th Generation Wines

8th Generation Wines

According to the Schales, wine-making knowledge, skills and a little bit of luck in the barrels are not the only requirements for producing a good wine—a good wine, they say, begins in the vineyard. After purchasing the vineyard, Bernd and Stefanie have spent countless hours tending to the vines—pruning, tucking, and maintaining the grapes themselves—a true labour of love. Coupled with their “German-touched” winemaking style, and meticulous harvests, 8th Generation boasts fresh and fruity white wines. While their specialty, the Riesling, showcases the deep-textured mineral note of the Rolling Hills location’s grapes.

Chardonnay 2006
appears light, clear yellow color, nice vanilla flavors and fresh peaches in the bouquet. Slightly oaked. In the taste it shows honey lemon with a hint of creamy chocolate and fresh green walnut. Everything backed up with a balanced acidity. A good partner with chicken, veal, creamy pasta …
GOLD at All Canadian Wine Championship 2008
$18.34/ 0.75L

Chardonnay 2007
medium body with elegant notes of pear and apple and round middle palate makes this a crowd pleaser. Enjoy by itself or serve with seafood and white meats in cream or butter based sauces.
SILVER at All Canadian Wine Championship 2008
$18.90/ 0.75L

Pinot Gris 2007
Barrel fermented for added complexity this medium bodied Pinot Gris offers smooth citrus and banana flavors. Very versatile in food pairings from creamy sauces to richer spicier dishes.
BRONZE at Northwest Wine Summit 2008
$20.90/ 0.75L

Riesling 2006
harvested from our over 20 year old vines, this wine saw only stainless steel tanks. The “Queen” of German wines offers lots of fruit and acidity in a balance- bright color and a fruity lemon nose with ripe apples in the back. Perfect for seafood and pork…or just a book!
$19.33/ 0.75L

Riesling dry 2007
Classic German Riesling from our over 20 year old vineyard in Okanagan Falls. Fresh green apple flavors on the nose followed by a citrus and mineral complexity. Excellent by itself or serve with seafood, white meats, and light cheeses.
SILVER at All Canadian Wine Championship 2008
SILVER at Northwest Wine Summit 2008
$19.90/ 0.75L

Riesling 2007
Intense fruit aromas from our over 20 year old vineyard greets your nose followed by notes of peach, apricot and ripe pear. Excellent by itself, with Pacific Rim dishes or with fruit and soft cheeses.
GOLD at All Canadian Wine Championship 2008
SILVER at Northwest Wine Summit 2008
$19.90/ 0.75L

Pinot Rose` 2007
Bright strawberry and cherry flavors highlight this refreshing patio wine. These Pinot Rose` out of 100% Pinot Meunier grapes suits all occasions and light meals, serve chilled.
SILVER at All Canadian Wine Championship 2008
BRONZE at Northwest Wine Summit 2008
$17.90/ 0.75L

Merlot 2005
aged in oak barrels for a period of 23 month. Deep rich, dark red color with inviting aromas of cassis, blackberry & spicy nutmeg. The Merlot is full of character and an athletic body. At this time- it is the “Ironman” of our wines. Great with barbecued meats and will stand up to any rich sauces. (or dark chocolate)
BRONZE at All Canadian Wine Championship 2008
$18.34/ 0.75L

Riesling Late Harvest 2007
A small lot wine from our 20 year old vineyard. The nose offers generous ripe flavors of honey, stone fruit and quince. Share with friends on its own, or with creamy cheeses and nuts.
$28.90/ 0.375L

Pinot Noir 2007 & Syrah 2007 & Merlot 2007
are still ageing in the barrels. Releasing will be announced.