The first time I tried Plum Creek’s Ice Wine was at the winery. It was about two years ago, and they were just bottling their first vintage. Plum Creek, one of Colorado’s finest wineries, and this Riesling Ice Wine from them is quite possibly the best they have produced. 

Plum Creek Cellars is located directly in the heart of Colorado Wine Country, downtown Palisade. They grow all of their own grapes, and occasionally even sell grapes to some of the other wineries in the area. This is the most recent release of their Colorado Ice Wine, and if past vintages are any indication, it will sell out quickly, last year I couldn’t even get any. 

This vintage is sweet! But don’t let that stop you from trying it. The initial bouquet is very floral, with hints of carnation and rose. The sweet fruit flavors are very forward initially, and then give way to a mild citrus acidity. 

Try pairing this wine up with chocolate dipped strawberries or fresh peaches. Or get wild and give it a try with a chunk of white chocolate. 

This wine doesn’t just taste good, it’s beautiful. Really. A great golden color catches the light that brings to mind sunset on the ski slopes. 

You might think Ice Wine isn’t something you would want to drink on a cold winter night, but in fact, I highly recommend it, especially with a loved one and a roaring fire. We have it priced at $11.99 a bottle, and quantities are limited. 

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