2024 Bona Fide
Hiatus Collection
Tasting Notes
The rugged terrain of The Rocks District comes through in the glass, offering a distinct mineral driven profile that anchors the wine from the first sip. Juicy layers of ripe blackberry and dark cherry unfold, creating a vivid expression of Walla Walla Valley with the signature style of Black Hills winemaking—meticulous extraction, supple tannins, and a beautifully textured finish. A masterful balance of fruit concentration and refined elegance.
Vintage Notes
Preceding the harsh winter of 2024 in the Okanagan Valley, we sourced fruit from the The Rocks District AVA on the Oregon side of the Walla Walla Valley. A cooler-than-average spring slowed early vine development across much of the region. As the season advanced into late August and September, cooler night time temperatures introduced the diurnal shift needed for flavour development and the retention of natural acidity. Fortunately, fall frosts held off until November, giving the fruit exceptional hang time in the lower-lying vineyard blocks. These favourable late-season conditions, combined with attentive vineyard management, culminated in a successful and balanced harvest.
Wine Facts
Acid: 5.6
Alcohol: 13.5%
Bottle Size: 750ml
Fermentation: Fermented with wild yeasts.
Ph: 3.9
Residual Sugar: 0.6
Vineyard Designation: Rocks District, Walla Walla Valley, Oregon
Blend: 44% Syrah, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, 8% Merlot, 5% Malbec, 3% Sangiovese