2007 SLC Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon
A complex and refreshing wine, with a rich array of tropical fruit, sweet pea, herb, sage and lemon-lime, turning elegant and polished on the fi nish. The lingering aftertaste echoes these primary fruit and herb themes along with a suggestion of creamy vanilla.
Wine Specs
| Vintage | 2007 |
| Varietal | Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon |
| Appellation | Okanagan |
| Harvest Date | September 2007 |
| Fermentation | Aged in French Oak - 47% barrel fermented aged 4 months sur lie |
| Tannin | 5.7 g/l |
| Alcohol % | 12.5 |
Wine Profile
Awards
Gold Medal
2009 Decanter World Wine Awards
Silver Medal
2008 Canadian Wine Awards
89 Points
This mix of mostly Sauvignon Blanc with Sémillon has refreshing mineral and citrus notes on the nose complimented by French oak and a pleasant herbal aspect. The palate is rich and varied, with oak, citrus fruit, honeyed richness and a long finish. A serious dinner wine for rich fish dishes and white meats.
Craig Pinhey, Wine Access, September 2009
Production Notes
Spring and early summer were normal with the weather during bloom very good, and so an excellent fruit set occurred. Despite the onset of La Nina in the autumn, significant work on canopy management including leaf thinning, cluster pruning, careful fruit exposure, and irrigation management allowed us to proceed into the fall with berry growth and ripeness as expected and the fruit in excellent condition. Chief Winemaker John Simes comments, “early tastings of the whites are highly aromatic and lively, with a natural balance of fruitiness and the young reds indicate a pleasing suppleness of tannins and excellent colour. Overall, the colour, flavours, tannins and acidity all matured together beautifully and initial tasting reveals well-balanced wines.”
Production
79% Sauvignon Blanc, 21% Semillon