2020 Pinot Noir Golden Retreat

Source

Golden Retreat Vineyard in Summerland.

Winemaking

Pinot Noir clones 667, Pommard, 115 and 777 are each hand harvested as ripening is reached. The grapes are destemmed and cold soaked for approximately 5-7 days prior to fermentation. Fermentation begins spontaneously and the total time on skins is 16-21 days.  After gentle pressing, the wine is aged for 13 months in French oak barrel (25% new) and undergoes a spring malolactic fermentation. 

Tasting Notes

This is a rich wine with aromas of dried thyme, cocoa, and dense black fruit. Hints of cured meat hide behind complex layers of dark berry compote, plum, and chocolate. The wine is well balanced with a sticky caramel finish. 

Enjoy now or cellar up to 8 years.

Production

506 cases produced.

Awards

Gold - 2023 National Wine Awards of Canada
Silver - 2022 All Canadian Wine Championships

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