Wine Specs
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Sauvignon Blanc Semillon
Appellation
Naramata Bench
Vineyard Designation
Thomas Vineyard, Naramata Bench
Harvest Date
September 20 & 29, 2021
Sugar
23.3
Acid
7.1 g/L
pH
3.13
Bottling Date
March 14, 2022
Residual Sugar
2.15 g/L
Alcohol %
13.0
2021 Sauvignon Blanc - Sémillon
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IN THE GLASS: nectarine, kiwi, lemon, star fruit, lime leaf; dry, fresh & crisp, in a style reminiscent of a traditional white Bordeaux.
VINEYARD NOTES
The grapes for this wine are sustainably grown on our Thomas Vineyard – Tightrope Estate on the Naramata Bench & then hand-picked.
WINEMAKER NOTES
The Sauvignon Blanc was destemmed, crushed, then pressed, while the Sémillon was whole cluster pressed. Fermentation started slowly at low temperatures (12°C) to preserve the aromatics and took 28 days to complete. Post fermentation, the wines were blended to make this wine reminiscent of a traditional Bordeaux blend.
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
IN THE GLASS: nectarine, kiwi, lemon, star fruit, lime leaf; dry, fresh & crisp, in a style reminiscent of a traditional white Bordeaux.
Vineyard Notes
The grapes for this wine were sourced from Tightrope's Thomas vineyard on the Naramata Bench.
Production Notes
509 cases
Winemaker Notes
The Sauvignon Blanc was handpicked, destemmed, crushed & pressed. The Semillon was grapes handpicked, whole cluster pressed. Fermentation was slowly at low temperatures, (12°C) to preserve the aromatics and took 28 days to complete. Post fermentation the wines were blended together.
Food Pairing Notes
asparagus risotto; grilled pork chops
Other Notes
Drink now through 2023
Product Reviews
Valerie MyVanCity.ca
(Jul 9, 2022 at 2:58 PM)
Another beaute in the glass. The aromas draw you in with ripe peach and stone fruits, excellent acidity, some tropical and citrus notes.