while the mid palate shows signs of oak barrels and lots of black licorice
Apple-crumble is very appealing on the palate
just the shining spice and lush fruit of Niagara
dark cocoa and blackcurrant on the nose announce a big wine in the making
This rosé takes us to Summerland
2021 Monte Creek “Living Land Series” Cabernet Merlot | 91pts Wine while the mid palate showsThe BC VQA designation tells me that the fruits were sourced between the Okanagan Valley, the Similkameen and the homeland of the Thompson River Valley in Kamloops, BC. This is a plush and juicy wine showing a readiness and approachability that make it very enjoyable right now. 19 months of aging in French oak, which included 20% in new barrels, definitely adds depth and complexity. On the nose, fragrance of cassis, dark cherry, cherry wood, mocha,