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Roche Chateau 2017
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaYear two of the Roche Grand Vin brings some added complexity to the blend that mixes 54/36/10/ cabernet sauvignon, merlot, and cabernet franc. The merlot is grown in Kozier Organic Vineyard on the Naramata Bench on granite gravel and fine glacial sediments. In contrast, the cabernets are grown on well-sorted rounded river rock, gravel and a post-glacial riverbed north of Oliver. Roche has an attractive less-is-more style which suits this wine just fine. Look for subtle notes of vanilla (14 months in 50 percent new French oak) with medium-dark berries and flecks of cedar and tobacco. There is still some tannin to shed here, but this is approachable now with a side of lamb chops or mushroom risotto. Cellar through 2022.Tasted: 29 April 2021Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $49.90 | 750ml | winery online/direct |
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot - Cabernet FrancCSPC: 183705UPC: 711841858759
