Okanagan Valley
Le Vieux Pin 2023 Syrah Cuvee Violette
Blackberry and red bramble fruit lead with violet, olive and liquorice, followed by cracked pepper and warm spice. The palate is silky and fleshy, balancing ripe fruit with an elegant, graceful shape rather than overt weight. A lifted floral note carries the composed finish. Serve with duck, lamb, lentils or grilled mushrooms.
La Frenz 2021 Cabernets
Raspberry, cassis and ripe black cherry open an expressive, dark-fruited profile, with mulberry and a cool thread of spearmint. The palate is full and structured without becoming heavy, layering licorice, earth and cigar-box savouriness around the fruit. Fine-grained tannins provide a measured frame and carry the finish with clarity.
Rigour & Whimsy 2021 Bite of the Dragon Riesling
Bright and focused, with a dry, high-acid profile built for the table. Whole-cluster pressing preserves clarity, while barrel fermentation and four months in seasoned oak add measured texture without obscuring the wine's energy. The finish is firm, clean and persistent, making the wine especially suited to bold, savoury flavours.
Haywire Merlot Pouch 1.5 L
Ripe blackberry and plum lead into subtle herbal and savoury notes in this medium-bodied Merlot. The palate is smooth and dry, with juicy dark fruit, soft tannins and a clean, fresh finish. Its practical larger format makes it an easy choice for burgers, pizza or weeknight pasta, while the wine remains polished and approachable.
Wesbert 2020 Wise Guy Red Blend
Ripe cherry and dried fig open a polished red, with dark chocolate, oak smoke and leather adding quiet savoury depth. The palate is smooth and composed, its generous fruit shaped by measured structure rather than weight. Subtle warmth carries the finish, making it a natural match for grilled lamb, mushroom risotto or mature cheese.
Echo Bay 2021 Synoptic
Dark fruit comes first, followed by mineral and herbal detail that gives the wine a distinctly savoury edge. The tannins are polished yet still grippy, holding the fruit in a youthful, firmly structured frame. A lingering finish suggests useful cellar potential, though a generous decant will help now. Pair with roast lamb, grilled beef, braised mushrooms or firm aged cheese.
Le Vieux Pin 2020 Ava
Ripe stone fruit and warm spice lead a broad, inviting nose, with floral notes and restrained oak adding depth. The palate is full-bodied and dry, layering apricot and pear over a creamy, generously weighted texture. Fresh acidity keeps the richness in balance, while subtle vanilla and spice carry a long, polished finish.
Poplar Grove 2019 Syrah Okanagan Valley
Savoury blackberry and raspberry lead with clove, vanilla and cracked black pepper. The palate is bold and concentrated, balancing medium acidity with firm tannins and a clear oak frame. Dark fruit and spice carry the long, complex finish. Decant generously and serve with braised beef, grilled lamb, smoked mushrooms or hard cheese.
Poplar Grove 2012 Benchmark
Ripe plum, blueberry and dark cherry lead, with fruitcake and brown sugar bringing a mellow, developed sweetness to the aroma. The palate is dry and medium-full, with plush tannins, steady acidity and a measured frame of French oak. Mature but still fruit-led, it suits braised beef, roast lamb, lentils or firm cheese, with a short decant before serving.
Poplar Grove 2014 Benchmark Okanagan Valley
Ripe plum and Bing cherry lead with subtle vanilla and a quiet savoury note. The palate is rounded and generous, balancing dark fruit with fresh acidity and supple tannins that keep the profile approachable. A lightly spiced finish adds enough structure for the table. Serve with grilled beef, roast pork, tomato-braised lentils or a mushroom burger.
Poplar Grove 2015 Benchmark Okanagan Valley
Dark berries and bramble rise with leather, black plum and a touch of dry spice. Full and generous on entry, the palate is grounded by firm but polished tannins and a savoury line that keeps the ripe fruit from feeling heavy. The finish is long and quietly earthy. Decant briefly and pair with lamb, steak, sausages or grilled mushrooms.
Poplar Grove 2016 Benchmark
Red berries and bramble lead, with blackcurrant adding depth and leather, sage and vanilla bringing savoury detail. Medium-plus in weight, the palate is framed by ripe tannins and balanced acidity, giving the dark fruit a firm but polished shape. Elegant and persistent rather than heavy, it is well suited to roast lamb, grilled beef, braised mushrooms or mature cheddar.
Poplar Grove 2017 Benchmark Okanagan Valley
Sweet molasses, vanilla and smoky flint introduce dark plum, blackberry and warm spice. The palate is concentrated yet composed, with ripe fruit framed by steady acidity and a firm line of tannin. Smoke and dark fruit return on the persistent finish. Give it some air and serve with braised beef, lamb shoulder, grilled peppers or aged cheddar.
Poplar Grove 2012 Cabernet Franc Okanagan Valley
Smoky tobacco and black plum lead with mocha, cherry and blackberry. The palate is round and softly textured, carrying generous dark fruit over a savoury, lightly resinous line. Fine density and steady freshness keep the finish composed. Decant briefly and serve with grilled lamb, roast beef, mushroom ragout or firm aged cheese.
Poplar Grove 2013 Cabernet Franc Okanagan Valley
Black plum and cassis meet smoky cedar, graphite and a dusting of cocoa. Round and supple on entry, the palate brings cherry and dark fruit together with soft tannins and a restrained savoury edge. The finish is polished and already approachable. Give it a little air and pair with lamb, braised beef, grilled peppers or aged cheddar.
Poplar Grove 2014 Cabernet Franc Okanagan Valley
Black plum and dark berries open with smoke, red currant and a measured touch of vanilla. The palate is layered and full without feeling heavy, shaped by fresh acidity and fine-grained tannins. A savoury note gathers through the balanced finish. Serve with grilled pork, roast lamb, lentils with herbs or mature cheddar.
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.
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.
Mayhem 2018 Anarchy Merlot
Ripe strawberry, black cherry and raspberry-rhubarb pie lead a generous, layered nose, with milk chocolate and restrained French oak adding depth. The palate is youthful and structured, bringing the dark fruit into focus with fresh acidity. Peppery spice shapes the finish and keeps the wine poised rather than heavy.