2015 Syrah
First Vintage: 2009
Bud Break: April 14, 2015
Veraison: July 29, 2015
Oak Regime: 16 months in 60% French and 40% American oak
Barrel Age: N/A
Primary Coopers: Radoux, Mistral, Saury American
Harvest Date: September 25, 2015
Bottling Date: January 6, 2016
Alcohol: 14.0%
"A terroir-driven wine, with a rich aroma of black cherry, pepper and charred meat. The palate reveals black plum, more cherries and cocoa with a hint of fennel. Fine tannins and youthful acid lead to a lingering finish of vanilla and blueberry. Enjoy this opulent Syrah now or cellar for up to 8 years.”
Graham Pierce, Winemaker
"The 2015 vintage experienced record-breaking weather. An early spring put us three weeks ahead of 2014. The dry weather continued as the Okanagan experienced its driest June on record. A beautiful warm summer led into a cool period in September that helped balance the ripeness of the fruit and develop those complex flavours we look for. The rest of the fall was warm which allowed for a long hang time for the fruit."
Steve Carberry, Winegrower