Tasted July 10th 2021

Note: A single vineyard expression taking from the versatile Jagged Rock vineyard. Exotic, fragrant, rich, and complex with well integrated oak. Like visiting a bustling oasis market in the desert. When a Pawn reaches the eighth rank it gets promoted to a Queen, can’t be under estimated.

First Impression: Pale lemon with golden hue. Exotic but homey. Seems to always have more depth to be discovered.

Flavours: Medium plus intensity of flavours. Lime, citrus, floral notes like a desert rose, dusty yet fragrant, almond, hints of banana, nougat, bacon, baking spices.

Structure: Round, medium plus acidity, pronounced flavour intensity on the palate, medium plus body and a long, rich, complex finish.

Producer: Checkmate Artisanal Winery, Oliver, BC, Canada

Location: Jagged Rock Vineyard, Black Sage Bench

Elevation: 1230 ft - 1247 ft / 375 m - 380 m

Harvest: Hand-picked at night

Fermentation: 50% wild fermentation

Aging: 100% French oak (57% new) for 18 months.

Clonal Selection: Dijon, Dekleva

Technicals: 14.4% ABV / TA 5.98 / pH 3.33

Production: 17 Barrels

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