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Narrative XC Method by Okanagan Crush Pad NV
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaXC is a charmat method (tank fermented) 60/40 blend of pinot noir and chardonnay sourced from Oliver's Secrest Mountain Vineyard and Summerland's Watkins Family Vineyard. In this case the tank is set on its side, reminiscent of a Champagne bottle during its secondary ferment, increasing the lees to juice contact. Lively and off-dry, fresh and clean this red apple, ripe pear bubble with a toasted brioche base is simply fun to drink. A riff of mandarin acidity works to offset the RS here, though pleasant pear / orange blossom notes remain. Treve Ring has nailed its demeanour calling it “a grown up, and local, variant of Prosecco.” All hail diversity and winemakers, Jordan Kubek and Matt Dumayne.Tasted: 28 November 2016Tasted by: Prices:BC | $24.90 | 750ml | winery direct, private retail, restaurants |
Blend: Pinot Noir - ChardonnayCSPC: 501049UPC: 626990242956