Naramata Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaA blend of 80 percent roussanne (which was fermented in puncheons) and 20 percent viognier, with fruit sourced from two vineyards in Oliver. This has a deep, rich nose of beeswax, orange blossom, and yellow fruits, alongside nicely integrated oak vanillin. It has an oily, viscous texture without being cloying or excessively rich; there’s a real freshness here, which isn’t always the case for this style of blend. It's one of the best Rhone white blends I've tried from BC, and a steal at this price.Tasted: 22 May 2020Tasted by: Prices:
Naramata Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaFor the first time in eight vintages, roussanne bests viognier in Figaro, with the former sourced entirely puncheon fermented, and the remaining 20% Viognier partially fermented in neutral oak barrels. Lush yet sleek, with orange blossoms, ripe pear, apricot all held in check by a potent stream of tangerine acidity. There's a bed of river stones basing this fuller white, lending a dusting of stony salts on the finish. Would be ideal with spot prawns, or a papaya salad.Tasted: 16 June 2020Tasted by: Prices:
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