2020 Monarch Vineyard Cabernet Merlot

Vineyard Source: Monarch Vineyards, Osoyoos

Winemaking: Aged 50 months in oak — 70% second-fill French and 30% neutral — enhancing complexity while preserving the vineyard’s expressive character.

Nose: Thyme, blueberry crumble, green pepper

Taste: Black currant, vanilla bean, cherry pie filling

Vintage: 2020 — marked by early bud break, warm summer days, and cool nights that preserved aromatics and balance. Smoke slightly delayed harvest and reduced yields, resulting in fresh, concentrated wines with vibrant acidity and ripe tannins.