Zweigelt 2022
Release Date: May 18, 2024
Background
Pronounced 'ts-vi-gelt', this grape variety was created by crossing the Austrian grapes Blaufränkisch and St.Laurent. Zweigelt is one of the few varieties that can produce excellent red wines in a cool climate, and we are one of a handful of BC wineries producing a varietal wine from it.
Where it was grown
Ritchie Farm, Lake Country, Okanagan Valley
When it was grown
The story of the 2022 growing season started with a blast of arctic air in late December 2021. The cold weather damaged some buds on the vines, reducing their potential yields. The spring was cool and damp, which delayed budbreak and suggested it was going to be a short growing season. Summer was hot and dry but the highlight of the growing season was the fall, which felt more like an extension of summer. It was a phenomenal stretch of warm and dry weather that lasted through most of October. The extended season coupled with low yields produced grapes of excellent quality.
How it was made
The grapes were cropped at 2.7 tons/acre and harvested in mid October with a high degree of ripeness. The grapes were destemmed and crushed into a stainless-steel tank for a 2-week fermentation and maceration. After pressing, the wine was transferred to Eastern European oak barrels for malo-lactic fermentation and aging for 12 months (25% new oak).
How it tastes
Dark cherry, plum, black pepper with notes of tobacco. Medium to full-bodied on the palate with well integrated tannins and richly concentrated fruit on the finish. 🌱 Vegan Wine
Technical Details
Residual Sugar 1.2 g/l
Acidity 5.4 g/l
Alcohol 13.7%
Shipping Information:
Shipping rates apply
Must be 19+ years to place order
Release Date: May 18, 2024
Background
Pronounced 'ts-vi-gelt', this grape variety was created by crossing the Austrian grapes Blaufränkisch and St.Laurent. Zweigelt is one of the few varieties that can produce excellent red wines in a cool climate, and we are one of a handful of BC wineries producing a varietal wine from it.
Where it was grown
Ritchie Farm, Lake Country, Okanagan Valley
When it was grown
The story of the 2022 growing season started with a blast of arctic air in late December 2021. The cold weather damaged some buds on the vines, reducing their potential yields. The spring was cool and damp, which delayed budbreak and suggested it was going to be a short growing season. Summer was hot and dry but the highlight of the growing season was the fall, which felt more like an extension of summer. It was a phenomenal stretch of warm and dry weather that lasted through most of October. The extended season coupled with low yields produced grapes of excellent quality.
How it was made
The grapes were cropped at 2.7 tons/acre and harvested in mid October with a high degree of ripeness. The grapes were destemmed and crushed into a stainless-steel tank for a 2-week fermentation and maceration. After pressing, the wine was transferred to Eastern European oak barrels for malo-lactic fermentation and aging for 12 months (25% new oak).
How it tastes
Dark cherry, plum, black pepper with notes of tobacco. Medium to full-bodied on the palate with well integrated tannins and richly concentrated fruit on the finish. 🌱 Vegan Wine
Technical Details
Residual Sugar 1.2 g/l
Acidity 5.4 g/l
Alcohol 13.7%
Shipping Information:
Shipping rates apply
Must be 19+ years to place order
Release Date: May 18, 2024
Background
Pronounced 'ts-vi-gelt', this grape variety was created by crossing the Austrian grapes Blaufränkisch and St.Laurent. Zweigelt is one of the few varieties that can produce excellent red wines in a cool climate, and we are one of a handful of BC wineries producing a varietal wine from it.
Where it was grown
Ritchie Farm, Lake Country, Okanagan Valley
When it was grown
The story of the 2022 growing season started with a blast of arctic air in late December 2021. The cold weather damaged some buds on the vines, reducing their potential yields. The spring was cool and damp, which delayed budbreak and suggested it was going to be a short growing season. Summer was hot and dry but the highlight of the growing season was the fall, which felt more like an extension of summer. It was a phenomenal stretch of warm and dry weather that lasted through most of October. The extended season coupled with low yields produced grapes of excellent quality.
How it was made
The grapes were cropped at 2.7 tons/acre and harvested in mid October with a high degree of ripeness. The grapes were destemmed and crushed into a stainless-steel tank for a 2-week fermentation and maceration. After pressing, the wine was transferred to Eastern European oak barrels for malo-lactic fermentation and aging for 12 months (25% new oak).
How it tastes
Dark cherry, plum, black pepper with notes of tobacco. Medium to full-bodied on the palate with well integrated tannins and richly concentrated fruit on the finish. 🌱 Vegan Wine
Technical Details
Residual Sugar 1.2 g/l
Acidity 5.4 g/l
Alcohol 13.7%
Shipping Information:
Shipping rates apply
Must be 19+ years to place order
