Release Date: May 1, 2023

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
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  finished by mid October. All in all, it was an extreme growing season that created the potential for some truly unique wines.

How it was made
The grapes were cropped at 1.9 tons/acre and harvested in early October with a high degree of ripeness. They were fermented and macerated for three weeks for a full extraction of colour and tannins from the grape skins. The wine was aged in Eastern European oak barrels for 12 months.

How it tastes
Plum, dark chocolate, 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 1.4 g/l
Acidity 5.6 g/l
Alcohol 14.0%

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