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Calliope Figure 8 Red 2020
British Columbia, CanadaThe generous 2020 vintage is a 75/12/8/3/2 mix of merlot, cabernet franc, cabernet sauvignon, malbec, and syrah. The attack is full-bodied with plenty of florals and fruit, such as violets, black cherries, and dark plums. A touch of bitter dark chocolate balances the ripe fruit and pulls the wine through the finish line with a dusting of Okanagan sagebrush. The grapes are a mix of estate and purchased fruit from across the Okanagan Valley. Post ferment, the varieties were kept separate, ageing in barrel (mostly neutral, and mostly French) for 9 to 14 months.Tasted: 19 September 2023Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:BC | $21.99 | 750ml | BCLS, winery online and select private retailers |
AB | $20.95 | 750ml | select private retailers |
MB | $26.95 | 750ml | select private retailers |
Blend: Merlot - Cabernet Franc - Cabernet Sauvignon - Syrah - Petit Verdot - MalbecCSPC: 893453UPC: 688229104206