Vintage Report
Spring was cooler and later than usual which delayed budburst, but with an overall fruit set that was quite good. A long run of dry, warm weather followed in the summer helping accelerate ripening. Ideal grape growing conditions continued into fall through all of September, which saw record warm temperatures and enabled a long hang-time on the vines. Harvest began on September 16 and finished November 3, with the Icewine picked just over a month later in early December. The warm autumn temperatures gave us whites with big, ripe tropical flavours and reds that show juicy tannin development.
Tasting Notes
Our 2009 Sauvignon Blanc is racy and lively! This refreshing white is full of sun-soaked, tropical fruit with a bit of grassiness. Dry, crisp and zippy on the palate.
Food Pairing Notes
Pairs nicely with local cuisine; fresh seafood, smoked salmon, and creamy goat’s milk cheeses are ideal matches for the wine’s fresh tropical notes.
Winemaker’s Notes
| 100% Sauvignon Blanc | |
| 13.5% Alc. | R.S. 4.8 g/l | T.A. 5.8 g/l | 750 mL | |
| Oaked: | Unoaked |
| Harvest: | September & October 2009 |
| Vineyards: | Oliver & Osoyoos |
