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Black Sage Vineyard Zinfandel, Okanagan Valley BC
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Region: Okanagan Valley Peachland / Summerland
Vintage: 2012
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Supple, expressive, seductive.
Sumac Ridge has renamed and re-labelled its wines from the iconic Black Sage Vineyard in the South Okanagan near Oliver. Planted over 20 years ago by previous Sumac Ridge owner, Harry McWatters, this vineyard was a turning point in BC's wine evolution - especially that of red wines.
The wines are made by Jason James and the label now stands independent from Sumac Ridge. Currently they produce: Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and the well-known Pipe, a fortified, Port-style dessert wine.
It is laden with plush fruit aromas - purple berries, allspice, licorice, mocha and dried flowers. The palate has a seductive weight and a potent fruit expression. Very good concentration of berries, Christmas cake, chocolate and pipe tobacco.
Good length and intensity.


 
Recommended Pairings
Chocolate, Barbeque, Good First Impressions, Game Day Wines


©copyright 2025 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Diva reviewed - 2014-12-04 13:24:34.0

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