"The aromas mingle spice, oak, cassis and cherry. The palate delivers layers of dark fruit. The finish is long and harmonious." 

94 Points ~ John Schreiner

APPELLATION
Okanagan Valley

SUB-APPELLATION
Golden Mile Bench

VINEYARD SOURCE
An estate grown blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (35%), Merlot (35%),Cabernet Franc (23%), and Malbec (7%) from Arise Bench.

WINEMAKING
Matured for 16 months in a combination of new (35%), 1-2 year-old (65%), and neutral (100%) French oak barrels.

TASTING NOTE
Opulent and refined, the bouquet brings complex aromas of cedar bark, leather, cocoa nibs and dark cherries. The generous palate is layered with succulent dark fruits, licorice and baking spice supported by balanced acidity and silky tannins. The nuances unfurl gradually over a long and persistent finish.

FOOD PAIRING
Smoked beet, pomegranate and warm farro wheat salad topped with roasted almonds; Crispy risotto al salto topped with a wild boar ragu; Roast squab & fois gras en croute with porcini mushrooms and warba potatoes; Venison tenderloin with sunchoke dauphinoise and black trumpet mushrooms; Full flavoured hard cheeses such as two-year aged Gouda.