2012 Mosaic

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2012 Mosaic

The 2012 growing season returned the Okanagan Valley to “normal” with good summer heat coupled with a long season. A Naramata Bench planting of Cabernet Franc yielded excellent quality fruit, and the blend returned to the 5-varietal meritage we had in the past, with a nice twist on Malbec presence Barrel matured for 16 months…

About this wine

The 2012 growing season returned the Okanagan Valley to “normal” with good summer heat coupled with a long season. A Naramata Bench planting of Cabernet Franc yielded excellent quality fruit, and the blend returned to the 5-varietal meritage we had in the past, with a nice twist on Malbec presence Barrel matured for 16 months in small French oak (36% new).           

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Type
Red
Varietal
Bordeaux Blend
Region
British Columbia
Appellation
Naramata Bench
Vintage
2012
Grape Variety
48% Merlot, 20% Malbec, 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot
Élevage
16 Months French Oak (36% New)
Cases Produced
395
Alcohol
13%