Narrative Non-Fiction Red Blend by Okanagan Crush Pad 2017

Narrative Non-Fiction Red Blend by Okanagan Crush Padtext

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Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaA blend of 67 percent cabernet sauvignon and 33 percent cabernet franc from a certified organic vineyard in Osoyoos, this was aged in concrete for eight months prior to bottling. It's bright and restrained in style with sappy black fruits and an herbal lift. A year of bottle age has helped to soften the tannins, and the vibrant acidity makes this a surprisingly easy pour, especially if served with a slight chill. Good value.Tasted: 28 October 2019Tasted by: Prices:

$19.90

750ml

winery direct, private wine shops

Producer: Haywire by Okanagan Crush PadDistributors: Le Sommelier Inc.
Renaissance Wine Merchants Ltd.
Blend: Cabernet Franc - Cabernet SauvignonUPC: 626990279860

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Narrative Non-Fiction Red Blend by Okanagan Crush Pad 2017

Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaThe mix is 67/33 cabernet sauvignon/cabernet franc from a certified organic vineyard in Osoyoos. Eight months in concrete has given this red a fragrant, black fruit nose and a very juicy upfront attack but there are some, rich, grippy tannins in the back end suggesting it needs time in the bottle to settle. The minty, medicine chest cherry has a spicy mineral undercurrent that runs tod a savoury fresh finish. Grilled sausages would be a fine choice today if you are drinking for the fruit and high energy it brings to the glass, but personally I would wait a couple of years before trying this vintage again.Tasted: 29 December 2018Tasted by: Prices:

$19.90

750ml

winery direct, private wine shops

Producer: Haywire by Okanagan Crush PadDistributors: Le Sommelier Inc.
Renaissance Wine Merchants Ltd.
Blend: Cabernet Franc - Cabernet SauvignonUPC: 626990279860

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Narrative Non-Fiction Red Blend by Okanagan Crush Pad 2017

Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaCabernet sauvignon (2/3) and cabernet franc from a certified organic vineyard in Osoyoos make up this textural big red, one that comes by its firm, amply grippy frame from fermenting and aging in concrete for eight months. Thorny black fruit, espresso, medicinal cherry, crushed stones and cracked peppercorns is kept fresh with acidity, and that aforementioned grippy texture keeps it feel fresh and from being weighty on the 13 degree, medium bodied palate. Savoury and unapologetically so, this is killer good with grilled sausages.Tasted: 06 November 2018Tasted by: Prices:

$19.90

750ml

winery direct, private wine shops

Producer: Haywire by Okanagan Crush PadDistributors: Le Sommelier Inc.
Renaissance Wine Merchants Ltd.
Blend: Cabernet Franc - Cabernet SauvignonUPC: 626990279860

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89/100Narrative Non-Fiction Red Blend by Okanagan Crush Pad 2019Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada

90/100Narrative Non-Fiction Red Blend by Okanagan Crush Pad 2018Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada