2020 Estate Petite Cuvee

Select barrels were chosen from across our Estate vineyards to create a distinct and full-bodied Bordeaux blend. On the nose this wine offers notes of ripe bramble fruit, cigar box, cedar, allspice, and graphite. The palate is nuanced and lively with retained acidity. Dark berry fruit mingle with earthy undertones and hints of Okanagan desert herbs. This juicy wine is well balanced and approachable with supple tannins and a lengthy fruit finish – a true expression of the South Okanagan. 

WINEMAKER NOTES

A cool start to spring resulted in a slightly later than average bud break. However ideal flowering conditions were possible thanks to warmer temperatures and dry conditions in late spring. Summer was warm allowing for continued fruit development. And the classic long, dry and sunny fall conditions in October really helped with increased flavour development and acidity retention. Harvest 2018 was longer than usual due to the unique conditions experienced during the growing season, nevertheless a promising one.

VINEYARD NOTES

This wine comes from our Estate vineyards located on the Black Sage Bench and Golden Mile Bench. Our vineyards on the Black Sage Bench produce finessed, elegant wines while the southerly aspect of our Golden Mile Bench vineyard allow the vines to bask in the early morning sun. On gravelly soils, wines from this vineyard are known for being mineral-driven, well structured, with a balanced ripeness and fresh acidity.

Wine Specs

Vintage: 2020
Acid: 5.3 g/L
pH: 3.7
Residual Sugar: 0.3 g/L
Alcohol: 14.5%
Harvest Date: October 22 - November 5
Bottling Date: August 17th, 2020
Maturation: 19 months in French oak, 24% new

Aging Potential: 5-8 years
Varieties: Cabernet Franc 45%, Cabernet Sauvignon 31% and Merlot 24%