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Van Westen Vineyards Violetatext
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Van Westen Vineyards Violeta 2021

Naramata Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaThis is a ripe, cola spiced malbec, laden with lush blackberries and blueberries. Rich, plush, and full bodied, this would make just about the perfect zinfandel substitute, though the warm 2021 vintage lacks the florals that gives this wine its name and which have become a hallmark of Okanagan malbec. No surprise, this clocks in at a generous 14.8% abv.Tasted: 22 October 2024Tasted by: Prices:
BC$45.00750mlwinery online/direct, select private retailers, restaurants
Producer: Van Westen VineyardsDistributors: Winery Direct
Grape: MalbecCSPC: 850883UPC: 626990173588