La Stella is the sister winery to Le Vieux Pin. Le Vieux Pin is located in Oliver, La Stella is in Osoyoos. So, to compare Le Vieux Pin’s flagship Apogee to La Stella's Maestoso was quite intriguing, especially when they share their winemaker and the vineyard manager. The main difference is the vineyard sites.
The Maestoso is earthier, quite savoury on the nose with aromas of dried fruit, leather, dill, oregano and tomato paste with rich, almost stewed dark fruits. The palate is very impressive - lifted, bright concentrated fruit with lingering spice and fine tannins.
Wine Scores Reviewed - May 14th, 2009