Tasting Notes: C.C. Jentsch Cellars
The Quest 2018
74.9% Unoaked Chardonnay, 13.3%Viognier, 10.3% Gewürztraminer, 1.5% Schoenberger
Medium bodied, well balanced, unoaked blend of chardonnay, viognier, schoenberger and gewürtztraimer. Bright fruit aromas join flavours of green apple, lime and pear.
Price $17.90 SKU 153993 Alcohol 13.9 %
Small Lot Series Barrel Fermented Chardonnay 2018
100% Chardonnay
Notes of apple, cinnamon, lemon rind and buttery caramel greet the nose. The rich midpalate delivers flavours of Honey Crisp apple, baking spices, toasted nuts and toffee. Subtle oak aromatics and good acidity balances and enhances the lush fruit and the smooth finish.
Price $35.90 SKU 218379. Alcohol 13.8 %
Small Lot Series 2019 Blanc de Noir
47.5 % Merlot, 42.5% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2019 Blanc de Noir has a creamy textured approach with flavour notes of sweet cherry, sugar plum and vanilla.
Lighter in alcohol, and a tad drier than last vintage. A departure from our single varietal rose´ of the past.
Price $22.90 SKU 33759 Alcohol 12.6 %
The Chase 2018
35.3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32.0% Merlot, 28.7% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, 2% Malbec
The 2018 Chase is a blend of four estate grown bordeaux varietals from our south Okanagan vineyards. This years’ harvest resulted in merlot having to step up and play a major role. The Chase offers, medium body and smooth tannins. Aromas of cherry blossoms and flavours of black cherry, a hint of oak and a little smokiness on the finish.
Price $21.90 SKU # 13993 Alcohol 14.2%
The Chase 2016
35.3% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32.0% Merlot, 28.7% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, 2% Malbec
Syrah 2016
100% Syrah
This earthy and juicy syrah has an aroma that is rich and complex. Whiffs of black pepper, anise, plums and leather mingle delightfully. The long and savoury palate plays between brambly and cherry flavours. This Syrah, aged in barrel for 16 months, offers rich flavours on both palate and nose, while having great balance, velvety tannins and a long finish.
Price $31.90 SKU 237498. Alcohol 14.1%
Small Lot Series Merlot 2016
100% Merlot
Barrel aged for seventeen months, this concentrated Merlot is meaty and juicy, having aromas of dark cherry, pomegranate and ripe red apple, black pepper, dark roasted mocha and smoked ham. The palate has a rich mouthfeel with cocoa-like tannins and flavours of ripe fruit.
Price $35.90 SKU 30984 Alcohol 14.5%
Small Lot Series Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Aromas of black cherry, baking spice and cedar combine with flavours of black currant, plum, peppercorns and a hint of graphite on the finish.
Price $49.90 SKU 105911 Alcohol 14.7%
Small Lot Series Cabernet Franc 2015
100% Cabernet Franc
Barrel aged for sixteen months, this small lot of Cabernet Franc bursts with the sweetness of concentrated red fruit aromas such as raspberries and alpine strawberries, aromas of dried herbs, cranberries and traces of white pepper. Harmonious on the palate boasting complex tannins and flavours of caramel with sea salt, roasted coffee, cherry wood, wild licorice & thyme.
Price $49.90 SKU 30993 Alcohol 15.1%
Small Lot Series Malbec 2016
100% Malbec
A soft and seductive malbec with rich flavours of dark cherries and hints of violets and vanilla. A warm and welcoming wine reminiscent of grandmas dark cherry pie.
Price $49.90 SKU 196400 Alcohol 14.3%