Archive Reserve 2021
Release Date: November 10, 2023
Archive Reserve is a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Zweigelt grown in Lake Country, BC. Together, they provide our best example of a bold, structured red wine grown in our region.
Where it was grown
Arrowleaf Estate, Lake Country, Okanagan Valley
Ritchie Vineyard, Lake Country, Okanagan Valley
When it was grown
2021 was one of the hottest and driest years on record in British Columbia. The early part of summer brought the highest temperatures ever recorded in the Okanagan followed by prolonged drought that lasted well into the fall. This resulted in a smaller than average crop of very ripe, concentrated grapes. Harvest started in early September and was finished by mid October. All in all, it was an extreme growing season that has created the potential of some truly unique wines.
How it was made
Merlot from the steepest part of our estate vineyard was blended with Zweigelt from Ritchie Vineyard to add acidity and structure. The wine was aged in French and Eastern European oak barrels for 18 months before a light filtration and bottling.
How it tastes
The bouquet features blackcurrant, dark chocolate, hints of espresso, cedar and black pepper. Elegant on the palate with rich fruit, well integrated tannins and spicy oak on the finish. 🌱 Vegan Wine
Technical Details
Residual Sugar 1.6 g/l
Acidity 5.9 g/l
Alcohol 14.9%
Cases Made 247
Shipping Information:
Shipping rates apply
Must be 19+ years to place order
Release Date: November 10, 2023
Archive Reserve is a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Zweigelt grown in Lake Country, BC. Together, they provide our best example of a bold, structured red wine grown in our region.
Where it was grown
Arrowleaf Estate, Lake Country, Okanagan Valley
Ritchie Vineyard, Lake Country, Okanagan Valley
When it was grown
2021 was one of the hottest and driest years on record in British Columbia. The early part of summer brought the highest temperatures ever recorded in the Okanagan followed by prolonged drought that lasted well into the fall. This resulted in a smaller than average crop of very ripe, concentrated grapes. Harvest started in early September and was finished by mid October. All in all, it was an extreme growing season that has created the potential of some truly unique wines.
How it was made
Merlot from the steepest part of our estate vineyard was blended with Zweigelt from Ritchie Vineyard to add acidity and structure. The wine was aged in French and Eastern European oak barrels for 18 months before a light filtration and bottling.
How it tastes
The bouquet features blackcurrant, dark chocolate, hints of espresso, cedar and black pepper. Elegant on the palate with rich fruit, well integrated tannins and spicy oak on the finish. 🌱 Vegan Wine
Technical Details
Residual Sugar 1.6 g/l
Acidity 5.9 g/l
Alcohol 14.9%
Cases Made 247
Shipping Information:
Shipping rates apply
Must be 19+ years to place order
Release Date: November 10, 2023
Archive Reserve is a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Zweigelt grown in Lake Country, BC. Together, they provide our best example of a bold, structured red wine grown in our region.
Where it was grown
Arrowleaf Estate, Lake Country, Okanagan Valley
Ritchie Vineyard, Lake Country, Okanagan Valley
When it was grown
2021 was one of the hottest and driest years on record in British Columbia. The early part of summer brought the highest temperatures ever recorded in the Okanagan followed by prolonged drought that lasted well into the fall. This resulted in a smaller than average crop of very ripe, concentrated grapes. Harvest started in early September and was finished by mid October. All in all, it was an extreme growing season that has created the potential of some truly unique wines.
How it was made
Merlot from the steepest part of our estate vineyard was blended with Zweigelt from Ritchie Vineyard to add acidity and structure. The wine was aged in French and Eastern European oak barrels for 18 months before a light filtration and bottling.
How it tastes
The bouquet features blackcurrant, dark chocolate, hints of espresso, cedar and black pepper. Elegant on the palate with rich fruit, well integrated tannins and spicy oak on the finish. 🌱 Vegan Wine
Technical Details
Residual Sugar 1.6 g/l
Acidity 5.9 g/l
Alcohol 14.9%
Cases Made 247
Shipping Information:
Shipping rates apply
Must be 19+ years to place order
