2020 Kobau Cuvee

TASTING NOTES

This Cuvée, from the exceptional 2020 vintage, shows exquisite fruit ripeness, led by opulent cassis, wild brambles, and dark plum. The intensity of the fruit balances the luxurious oak, with savoury notes of graphite, dried flowers, and cedar adding depth to this impressive Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant blend. Inky and concentrated, there’s a natural freshness that brightens that palate alongside fine, suave tannins that provide the backbone for this Cuvée to gracefully age in bottle over the next 5-7 years.

WINEMAKER NOTES

2020 growing season was slow to start, with slightly higher than average rainfall and mild temperatures throughout the spring. Hot and dry conditions, typical of the South Okanagan climate prevailed from late Spring until harvest and were ideal for berry and tannin development. Fortunately, most of the harvest was completed before a sudden cold snap occurred towards mid October, ending harvest quite abruptly for the region. Although 2020 had a less than average harvest volume due to small berry size this resulted in more concentrated fruit flavours.

VINEYARD NOTES

The southerly aspect of the Kobau vineyard on the Golden Mile Bench 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: 5.8 g/L
pH: 3.69
Residual Sugar: 0.89 g/L
Alcohol: 14.8%
Harvest Date: September 24th-Ocotober 24th 
Bottling Date: September 22nd - September 23rd, 2022
Maturation: 21 months in French oak, 50% new
Aging Potential: 5-7 years
Varieties: 30% Cabernet Sauvingnon, 28% Cabernet Franc, 27% Merlot, 15% Syrah