2024 Désir

DÉSIR ROSE IN 7 WORDS

Strawberry, Cherry, Watermelon, Tart, Violet, Bright, Vibrant

WINEMAKING NOTES:

Désir is a Rose made from 100% Cinsault grapes grown in "Wahluke Slopes" of our southern neighbours: Washington State. Désir (to desire) is made entirely with the “presse method”.  This rosé is produced from the gently pressed juice of Cinsault grapes and entirely steel tank aged. It is a vibrant, fun, delicate wine perfect for the summer. The 2024 Désir comes in at a respectable 13% alc./vol. and presents a very pale baby pink colour (4 hours of skin maceration) along with explosive aromas of strawberry sorbet, sour cherries, watermelon and the amazingly bright and vibrant zippy quality Cinsault is known for. In sum, Sunshine is captured in a bottle.

PAIRINGS:

Meat-Based
Charcuterie and artisan cheeses make for a delicious and classic pairing.

Plant-Based
A tossed baby greens salad with fresh berries and warmed vegan cultured cheese on a summer day.

TECHNICAL DETAILS:

Region: Wahluke Slopes, WA State

Soils: Sandy from ancestral alluvial fans and wind blown loess. low fertility and high drainage.

Age of Vines: mid teens

Yields: 3.9 Tons per acre

Production: 475 cases

Alcohol: 13%

Ferment and Aging: in 100% stainless steel tanks for 5 months on the lees.