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Black Hills Nota Bene Hiatus Collection 2024
Oregon, United StatesThe 2024 Nota Bene marks a break in continuity for one of BC's iconic reds. Severe winter damage in 2023 and 2024 accelerated replanting in the Black Hills' vineyards along Black Sage Road in the south Okanagan, forcing winemaker Ryan McKibbon to create the Hiatus Collection, sourcing fruit from The Rocks District AVA on the Oregon side of the Walla Walla Valley. The cross border red blend is a 43/34/23 mix of merlot, cabernet sauvignon, and cabernet franc, offering a completely different style. It has a certain elegance and leaness you don't get in the Okanagan version. It's a very drinkable, classy red blend with more plum and cherry, and a subtle savoury/umami component to add complexity. The finish is dry, with a bit of acidity ushering through the mineral ending. It lacks a bit of the heft of the BC version, but it has a bit more polish. Drink through 2029.Tasted: 22 May 2026Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $75.00 | 750ml | winery online/direct, select private retailers |
Blend: Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet FrancUPC: 058976503483
