Nk'Mip Cellars 2021 Winemaker's Talon
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Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Aromas and flavours of raspberry, blueberry, anise, pepper and a hint of chocolate. The entry is soft with smooth and complete fine-grained tannins and a pleasing acidity which leads to a lengthy finish.
Vineyard Notes
March and April were cooler than normal - the weather shifted in late April when temperatures rose to seasonal averages, accelerating bud break to historical norms. May and June continued to be warmer than usual, but temperatures decreased in July. September was challenging - it was wetter than normal making it difficult to establish pick dates and causing fragile grapes with signs of botrytis. We quickly harvested susceptible varietials before the disease could affect the quality. Overall, while a challenging vintage, the quality of the 2019 wines are wonderful and, in many cases, exceptional!
Production Notes
A blend of primarily Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon with some Malbec and Cabernet Franc. Talon is made from various blocks located in the southern Okanagan. The lots were vinified and aged separately for a period of 18 months in predominately French oak barrels prior to final blending and bottling.
Food Pairing Notes
Try our Talon with grilled lamb, grilled eggplant and barbecued pork. This wine is also a great match with hard cheeses like Gouda.
Other Notes
Serving temp: 16-18 C