Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaThe Home Block vineyard, planted on the eastern shores of Okanagan Lake, dates to 1991, and has a proven record of turning out quality pinot noir from a mix of clones planted on clay, silt, and stone. The different local expressions within Home Block capture the character and style of that site. The attack is silky soft, pitching a pinot that fills the mouth with earthy mushroom undercurrents supporting black cherry, black raspberry that runs through the wine. This is a wine made for duck or pheasant, and you can try both at Home Block restaurant, one of the finest winery restaurants in the country, if not the continent.Tasted: 21 October 2022Tasted by: Prices:
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$60.00
750ml
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Producer: CedarCreek Estate WineryDistributors: Mark Anthony Wines and Spirits Grape: Pinot NoirUPC: 778913801112
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaHome Block Vineyard sits high above the eastern shores of Okanagan Lake. The 1991 vines are planted over a mix of clay, silt, and stones. 2020 is certified organic, and at 13.5 percent, it has a lovely balanced vibe. Look for fresh plummy fruit with a swirl of spicy black raspberry and a dry, earthy, soya finish. The finish is shorter than I would like for the price, but the wine is otherwise solid. Anything mushroom works here, as does a grilled veal steak or baked salmon.Tasted: 04 July 2022Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$60.00
750ml
winery online/direct
Producer: CedarCreek Estate WineryDistributors: Mark Anthony Wines and Spirits Grape: Pinot NoirUPC: 778913801112
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaTheir Home Block vineyard was planted on the eastern shores of Okanagan Lake in 1991, on a mix of clay, silt, and stones. This was native fermented with one year in French oak. Fleshy dark plums, black raspberry rule the medium bodied palate, with a tart blackcurrant lift, and furry tannins to frame. There is a tobacco and toasty baking spice seasoning, courtesy of the time in barrel. A worthy pour alongside duck.Tasted: 26 July 2022Tasted by: Prices:
BC
$60.00
750ml
winery online/direct
Producer: CedarCreek Estate WineryDistributors: Mark Anthony Wines and Spirits Grape: Pinot NoirUPC: 778913801112