Reserve Wines
Throughout the growing season, winemakers often find a golden spot – or two – in the vineyard that tempts creativity and allows for experimentation and to push the boundaries. The Reserve wines are our premium tier wines that truly showcase what best defines that vintage.
89 Points Wine Align David Lawrason
2021 Decanter World Wine Awards - Bronze Medal - 88 Points
WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada 2021 - Gold Medal – 92 points
The 2021 vintage of our Rosé is 72% Syrah, 17% Cabernet Franc and 11% Merlot. Each of the three blocks, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Syrah, were harvested with the aim of achieving perfect balance between sugar, acidity, and flavors. Each parcel of fruit was whole bunch pressed, aiming for a light color extraction that would match the elegance of this wine. The juice was fermented in stainless steel barrels and tanks, keeping the ferment temperature between 14C and 16C to preserve the aromatic intensity. After primary fermentation, the wines were cold settled and prepared for blending. The final blend was aged for three months on fine lees before bottling, to impart further complexity and textural elements and richness A perfect wine for spring and Summer!
89 Points Wine Align David Lawrason
Enjoy a striking combination of fruit and spice aromas on the nose - fresh prune plums, blueberries and hints of black pepper. Layers of raspberry compote, mocha and toasty oak come through next, showing the richness of the wine.
The palate is soft and textured with more plum jam and a berry medley coming through in a fresh lifted style. A smooth drinkable style with a savoury Okanagan finish of olive tapenade and smoked, cured meats.
2021 Decanter World Wine Awards - Bronze Medal - 88 Points
88% Cabernet Franc, 12% Merlot
WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada 2021 - Gold Medal – 92 points
