British Columbia, CanadaCelestial is a nod to Bordeaux, blending four classic varieties: 54/32/7/7 cabernet sauvignon/merlot/ cabernet franc/malbec from Keremeos and Cawston in the Similkameen, and Osoyoos in the southern Okanagan. The superheated 2015s were barrel aged for 15 months in French oak, and while good, it lacks the lift and energy of the 2013 or 2014s. Look for a jammy, smoky, cassis nose with resiny black fruit that finishes warm with some peppery highlights and light tannins. Drier than usual, but will be excellent with grilled meats.Tasted: 30 May 2019Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$23.50
750ml
winery direct
ON
$26.00
750ml
fine wine shops
Producer: Clos du Soleil WineryDistributors: Select Wines & Spirits Blend: Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet Franc - Petit Verdot - MalbecCSPC: 21249UPC: 857088000527
British Columbia, CanadaCelestiale is one of the winery's Bordeaux blends, combining fruit from Keremeos and Cawston in the Similkameen, with fruit from Osoyoos in the southern Okanagan. This year it's a blend of 54/32/7/7 cabernet sauvignon / merlot / cabernet franc / malbec, all harvested and vinified separately, and then barrel aged in French oak for 15 months. Soft cassis, blackberry jam is seasoned with whiffs of charcoal, wintermint, black pepper across a savoury palate to a warm finish. Tannins are plush and sticky, and acidity is en pointe, making for a serious, and seriously drinkable classic red now. Impressive.Tasted: 18 May 2019Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$23.50
750ml
winery direct
ON
$26.00
750ml
fine wine shops
Producer: Clos du Soleil WineryDistributors: Select Wines & Spirits Blend: Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet Franc - Petit Verdot - MalbecCSPC: 21249UPC: 857088000527
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