Gray Monk Merlot

Gray Monk MerlotGrapes from the southern Okanagan Valley were used for the Merlot. The juice underwent malolactic fermentation for 2 3 weeks and was then aged in oak barrels for 8 months. Before bottling the wine went through fining and minimal filtration to enhance varietal characteristics. Appearance: Deep garnet red in colour. Nose: Aromas of black cherry, roasted coffee bean, sweet oak and dark chocolate. Palate: Medium bodied with soft tannins and flavours of

complemented by earth and mineral notes

Approximately half of the grapes are from our own vineyards in Haro and nearby towns

but in each vintage our aim remains the same: to create a fresh

It fills the mouth with flavors of blackberry preserves

Conundrum Red features dark red varietals including Petite Sirah

The finish will add notes of chocolate

Flavors of dark plums

The color is pale yellow with light green reflections

blackberry and blueberry

The excellent balance of fruit intensity with fine tannins indicates a cellar-worthy wine

with diversification enabling us to make the best possible wine in a given year

which features vibrant