Canada
Sage Hills 2022 Second Pick Merlot
Ripe plum and dark cherry give the palate a generous core, balanced by fresh acidity and a lightly savoury edge. Partial whole-cluster fermentation adds lift, while twelve days on skins and seven months in neutral barrel build supple texture without overt oak. Unfined and unfiltered, it finishes smoothly with measured structure.
Unsworth Vineyards 2022 Pinot Noir
Bright red fruit and floral notes lead a light-bodied, almost ethereal profile, with baking spice adding warmth. The palate is clean and balanced, shaped by lively acidity and fully integrated tannins. Graceful and food-friendly, it works especially well with grilled salmon, roast chicken, root vegetables or mushroom dishes, and can take a slight chill.
50th Parallel 2019 Estate Pinot Noir Okanagan Valley
Dark cherry and dried red currant lead, joined by sage, chocolate mint and a measured touch of oak spice. The palate is poised and lively, with fresh acidity carrying sour cherry and cinnamon through a supple middle. Fine tannins and savoury detail shape a vibrant, clean finish. Serve with duck, salmon or wild mushrooms.
Nichol 2021 The Village Syrah
Narrative 2019 Cabernet Franc Okanagan Valley
Dusty red currant, tart cherry and raspberry meet dried herbs, strawberry leaf and a subtle suede note. Concrete ageing keeps the profile free of overt oak, leaving the fruit and savoury character clearly exposed. Medium-bodied with present, slightly furry tannins, it finishes dry and herbal. Pair with sausages, lentils or roast vegetables.
Orofino 2021 Gamay
Hermit Wine 2017 RMX
Deep ruby in colour, with cedar, plum and warm oak spice joined by a subtle herbal note. The dry palate is medium to full-bodied, bringing blackberry and ripe plum into sharper focus. Racy acidity gives the fruit lift, while firm structure and a gently warming finish keep the generous profile composed.
Therapy Vineyards 2014 Super Ego
Tobacco and smoke open with baked cherry, blackberry and plum, followed by vanilla, mocha and measured oak. The palate is full and balanced, with firm, well-shaped tannins framing the ripe fruit. Earthy and herbal notes add savoury depth, carrying the wine into a warming, persistent finish with mature complexity.
Cassini 2018 Maximus Red
Cassis and black currant lead, joined by black pepper, dark berries, vanilla, cocoa and tobacco. Full-bodied and generous, the palate layers blackberry, raspberry and black cherry with measured oak and warm spice. Soft tannins keep the structure polished, carrying concentrated fruit and savoury detail through a long, silky and composed finish.
Meyer Family Vineyards 2023 Okanagan Valley Pinot Noir
Earthy and juicy, with cherry and raspberry at the centre and a gentle touch of spice around the edges. The palate is fresh, dry and immediately approachable, with neutral French oak adding texture rather than overt flavour. Four Okanagan sites contribute nuance and balance, giving the wine a composed regional character and a clean, savoury finish.
Rust 2022 Gamay
Juicy raspberry and red cherry lead a bright, vibrant palate, with a light touch of spice bringing savoury contrast. Fresh acidity keeps the fruit lively and the finish clean, energetic and easy to return to. Lightly chilled, it is a versatile match for charcuterie, roasted squash or richly seasoned vegetable dishes.
Tawse 2019 Gamay
Light and softly textured, with fresh cherry and red berries opening over a clear mineral note. Dried flowers and a gentle earthy tone add mature detail, while bright acidity keeps the fruit lively and direct. Fine tannins carry the pale, graceful palate into an easy, savoury finish suited to roast poultry, charcuterie or mushroom dishes.
Rust 2020 Solus
Dense black cherry and blackberry meet espresso, dark chocolate and toasted cedar in a compact, full-bodied red. Chewy tannins frame the concentrated fruit, while a firm cocoa bitterness keeps the finish savoury and composed. Structured and cellar-worthy, it benefits from air and suits deeply flavoured beef or mushroom dishes.
Painted Rock 2020 Syrah
Plum and dark fruit rise with classic black and white pepper. The palate is powerful and generous, layering blackberry, black cherry and ripe plum over a luscious texture. Eighteen months in French and American oak adds breadth and polish, while the peppery character keeps the fruit defined through a persistent finish.
Osoyoos Larose 2020 Le Grand Vin
Opaque garnet, opening slowly on dark fruit. The palate is fuller-bodied, round and smooth, with medium acidity giving shape to the sweet black-fruit core. Vanilla adds warmth without obscuring the fruit, while firm tannins gather through the finish. Decant for an hour and serve with osso buco, roast lamb, savoury mushrooms or other slow-braised dishes.
Poplar Grove 2018 The Legacy Okanagan Valley
Dark fruit and cassis lead into cedar, dried herbs and a restrained savoury note. Dense and firmly gripped, the palate still carries Okanagan freshness and supple fruit beneath its Bordeaux-inspired structure. Fine tannins extend the long, composed finish. Decant for an hour and serve with grilled ribeye, roast lamb, braised short ribs or a mushroom pie.
Poplar Grove 2018 Syrah Okanagan Valley
Blueberry and raspberry rise with white pepper, warm spice and a subtle herbal note. The palate is bright and balanced, bringing ripe fruit together with lively acidity and measured tannins. Savoury spice keeps the finish focused and food friendly. Pair with grilled lamb, roast duck, peppered mushrooms or lentils with rosemary.
Niche 2021 Near & Far Pinot Noir
Cherry, raspberry and strawberry lead a vivid red-fruited profile. The palate is rich without feeling heavy, bringing the character of two distinct Okanagan sites together through layered structure and depth. Free-run juice and wild fermentation preserve freshness, while the small-batch texture remains composed through a quietly complex finish.