2020 Small Lot Similkameen Riesling
- Vintage
- 2020
- Region
- Similkameen Valley
- Country
- Canada
- Alcohol Content
- 13.5%
- Grape Variety
- Riesling
WINE TASTING NOTES
This small lot Riesling is a true expression of the unique terroir of the Similkameen Valley. Bright fruit aromatics are predominant on the nose with a hint of petrichor, a characteristic of where it comes from. It showcases a superb balanced between fruit and acidity, with crisp and juicy flavours of citrus fruits on the palate and a hint of spice complementing this textural, complex wine.
WINEMAKER NOTES
The 2020 growing season was slow to start, with slightly higher than average rainfall and mild temperatures throughout the spring. Hot and dry conditions prevailed from late Spring until harvest and were ideal for berry and tannin development. Harvest was completed before a sudden cold snap occurred towards mid October, ending the season quite abruptly for the region. 2020 had a less than average harvest volume due to small berry size, however, smaller berries resulted in more concentrated fruit flavours.
VINEYARD NOTES
Our vineyard in the Similkameen Valley has extremely rocky soils and long, hot days. This vineyard has the potential to be one of the greatest sites for white wines in the Okanagan.
Wine Specs
Vintage: 2020
Acid: 4.9 g/L
pH: 3.2
Residual Sugar: 1.2 g/L
Alcohol: 13.5%
Harvest Date: October 15-16th
Bottling Date: July 13th, 2022
Maturation: 19 months in foudres (Austrian oak)
Aging Potential: 3-5+ years
Varieties: 100% Riesling
