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Our small-lot Blanc de Noir continues to shine within our traditional method sparkling program, crafted from our estate-grown Pinot Noir on the East Kelowna Slopes. Harvested early to capture bright freshness and delicate finesse, year after year it balances lively fruit character with the nuanced depth gained from extended aging on lees.
A delicate sunset pink in the glass with a fine bead and persistent mousse. Aromas of red apple and raspberry coulis are layered with roasted cashew and fresh-baked brioche, with a hint of early season strawberry. The palate is generous yet focused, lifted by fresh acidity and notes of Gala apple, pomelo, and pomegranate. A subtle mineral edge and whisper of sea breeze carry through the finish.
WINEMAKER'S NOTES
Fruit for this Pinot Noir sparkling wine was hand-picked early in a warm 2023 growing season to retain low potential alcohol and elevated acidity. The juice was fermented in old oak puncheons and barriques using a Champagne-specific yeast culture.
The base wine spent six months on fermentation lees in barrel before being bottled en tirage for secondary fermentation. After 22 months aging on lees in bottle, the wine was disgorged in February 2026 with a small dosage of 2022 Pinot Noir, enhancing the wine’s aromatics and subtle toasty character.
TECHNICAL INFO
100% Pinot Noir
Alcohol: 12.7%
Residual Sweetness: 6.34g/L
pH: 3.01
Total Acidity: 8.33 g/L
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The 2023 growing season was a true rollercoaster. After an extreme cold snap in late December 2022, the vines were slow to awaken, with bud break not arriving until early May. From that point forward, growth accelerated rapidly—turning the season into a race against the vintage.
The heart of the growing season and ripening period was marked by sustained warmth, minimal rainfall, and periods of high humidity. Thanks to the vigilance of our viticulture team, the fruit moved through the season clean and healthy, with no disease pressure. Winter damage left us with a smaller crop, but one of remarkable concentration, leading to earlier-than-usual harvest dates for many varieties. Late-summer wildfires added another layer of complexity, making careful, nuanced winemaking decisions essential to the vintage.
