A new look bottle that suppresses the Niagara College moniker in favour of a subtle bolded “nc” in the word “balance” … ingenious; thus limiting criticism that the wine is made at a College, which might be a detractor to some for their table experience. But here it’s all about the wine in the bottle, not the label and this one is a beauty. Aromas are extremely aromatic: vanilla, peach and lemon … palate shows hints of the 30% barrel it rest in for 4-5 months, but not enough to overwhelm: citrus pith, melon rind, fresh, clean and lively – well-balanced with good acidity on the finish. Price: $15.95 – Rating: ****+