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16¼/20
Rigour and Whimsy Cowabunga! RD # 2 2019
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaThis is my second time tasting this base wine, though this bottle carries the RD labelling, indicating it was Recently Disgorged and spent more time on lees than the first release and second releases. The initial release had six months on lees, whereas the second saw 24, and this, 36 months. This trad-met was a fortunate turn of events, as the barrels set aside for a pét-nat finished ferment too quickly to be bottled, so this surprise was born instead. Cowabunga! 80% pinot blanc and 20% roussanne from West Kelowna and Osoyoos vineyards was whole cluster, native fermented, and fermented in used puncheon, where it remained for four months before heading to bottle for second ferment. It was disgorged earlier this year, with zero dosage. Pouring a shining yellow hue, this is still tart and riffing with pear skin, elderflower, and river stones, with an ale-like sourness, and some subtle toast to season. Certainly a very natural take on traditional method, and if you're a fan of that style, do look here.Tasted: 04 December 2025Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| BC | $45.00 | 750ml | winery direct |
The Living Vine
Blend: Pinot Blanc - Roussanne
