87POINTS
15¾/20
Oak Bay Vineyard Gebert Family Reserve Meritage 2012
East Kelowna Slopes, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaIn what they term ‘special years’ the Gebert family selects its top lots for reserve ageing in French oak. The 2012 is a bit on the cool, lean side but that’s a positive in my view. More linear than fat, it still has a cedar, tobacco nose, red fruit, coffee/mocha flavours, and smooth tannins with a spicy, savoury undercurrent to keep it focused. Ready to drink now. Best with grilled meats.Tasted: 13 April 2017Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:BC | $32.00 | 750ml | winery direct, private wine shops |
Blend: Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet FrancCSPC: 114207UPC: 625255320125