Fleshy, dry, fresh.
This Chardonnay (with 11% Viognier) was predominantly sourced from Hidden Terrace Vineyard in Oliver, with small additions from the Fool's Gold Vineyard in North Oliver and from the Naramata Bench. A portion was fermented in neutral French barriques, with the remaining in stainless steel. The wine in barrel then underwent malolactic fermentation.
It has fleshy sweet fruit aromas of peach and golden apples with lemon, vanilla and hints of honey and caramel. The palate is fresh and dry with flavours of yellow fruits and citrus. It has vague mineral undertones and a leesy finish.
Pair: lobster, cedar planked salmon, creamy chicken dishes, creamy fettucini, grilled white fish, breaded and fried oysters, roast chicken or squash ravioli.

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Wine Scores Reviewed - February 22nd, 2024

Citrus, spiced, fresh.
This Chardonnay was predominantly sourced (75%) from Vista Lago Vineyard in Oliver, with small additions from other locations in Oliver. One-half was fermented in French barriques, with the remaining 50% in stainless steel. The wine in barrel then underwent malolactic fermentation to enhance the texture further.
Notes of golden apples, apricot, pineapple and charred honey are layered with brown butter, toasted spice, coriander and chamomile. It has a fresh palate laden with golden fruit, citrus peel, buttered toast and wet stone. Spice clings to the finish.
Pair: lobster, cedar planked salmon, creamy chicken dishes, creamy fettucini, grilled white fish, breaded and fried oysters, roast chicken or squash ravioli.

©copyright 2022 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - May 26th, 2022

Generous, fresh, expressive.
The 2020 vintage estate Merlot was harvested from T7's North Oliver Bench’s Blue Terrace Vineyard and Front Yard Vineyard in Naramata. In Oliver the rich, rocky soils provide a foundation for superior grape quality while those from Front Yard Vineyard on the Naramata Bench add complexity and dimension. It saw two-to-three weeks of maceration time and was aged in American and French barrels for 18 months before bottling. Expect warm and welcoming notes of chocolate cherries and plums, vanilla, violets, cedar and earth and a hint of mint. It is a supple wine with solid balance and structure; plum, chocolate, coffee, earth, toasted spice and leather flavours dominate. The tannins are super fine. Pair: BBQ, hearty/meaty stews and pastas, roasted lamb, or medium to hard cheese
Pairs great with Gone Crackers Parmesan & Rosemary
 
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Wine Scores Reviewed - January 17th, 2023

Generous, fresh, expressive.
The 2019 vintage estate Merlot was harvested from T7's North Oliver Bench’s Blue Terrace Vineyard and Front Yard Vineyard in Naramata. In Oliver the rich, rocky soils provide a foundation for superior grape quality while those from Front Yard Vineyard on the Naramata Bench add complexity and dimension. It saw two-to-three weeks of maceration time and was aged in American and French barrels for 18 months before bottling.
Aromas of patchouli and plums, cherry cola and dried flowers, leather, cedar and pipe tobacco lead to an equally bright and expressive palate. Cherry, vanilla, cocoa, red berry and licorice flavours are infused with spice. Nicely balanced; a very pleasing wine. Pair: BBQ, hearty/meaty stews and pastas, roasted lamb, or medium to hard cheese
Pairs great with Gone Crackers Parmesan & Rosemary
 
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Wine Scores Reviewed - March 29th, 2022

Generous, supple, balanced.
The 2018 vintage Merlot was harvested from T7's North Oliver Bench’s Blue Terrace Vineyard and Front Yard Vineyard in Naramata. In Oliver the rich, rocky soils provide a foundation for superior grape quality while those from Front Yard Vineyard on the Naramata Bench add complexity and dimension. It saw two-to-three weeks of maceration time and was aged in American and French barrels for 18 months before bottling.
Plums and blackberry aromas are woven with cedar, baking spices, dried violets, chocolate, vanilla, leather and licorice. It's a supple wine, concentrated yet balanced with generous black and red fruit, cedar, earth fine spice and cocoa; the finish is smooth and trails espresso flavours. Pair: BBQ, hearty/meaty stews and pastas, roasted lamb, or medium to hard cheese
Pairs great with Gone Crackers Parmesan & Rosemary
 
©copyright 2020 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - October 5th, 2020