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Blue Mountain Estate Cuvée Gamay Noir 2022
Okanagan Falls, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaBC gamay is woefully under-appreciated, although in many ways, in the south Okanagan and certainly at Blue Mountain, it is reminiscent of some of the top Beaujolais Crus. With a blend of vines from 12 to 30 years old and pretty much hands-off winemaking, the destemmed fruit is native fermented and aged in old neutral French barrels in various sizes. The result is a resilient, earthy, red-fruited wine with desert sagebrush savoury notes and fine acidity. It opens slightly reductive, so get it in a decanter for 30 minutes before serving. and a dusting of sea salt at the finish. It is a save-or-hold wine. Either way, it is a solid effort and reasonably priced for the quality.Tasted: 06 March 2024Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $29.90 | 750ml | winery direct, select private wine shops and restaurant |
| AB | $28.95 | 750ml | select private retailers |
Rogers & Company
Grape: Gamay NoirCSPC: 389882UPC: 626452401228
