Haywire Winery Switchback Vineyard Pinot Gris 2011

LCBO: 1 bottle

Okanagan Valley, B.C., Canada
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Reviewed June 22, 2012 by Natalie MacLean

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In 2011, our Switchback Vineyard in Summerland was harvested in three very distinct lots. Each batch was fermented separately with the two choicest lots being selected for fermentation in our concrete eggs. Concrete is a “new” “old” winemaking technique: cynics think it is merely a good photo op, but at Haywire we agree with some of the best winemakers around the world who clearly see many benefits. In addition to regular and extended lees stirring, the shape of the “eggs” offers a continuous 24/7 lees stirring by the egg’s internal convection currents. This really helps shape the wine and bring more weight and complexity. The other big influence was the maturity of the vineyard (one year older and wiser) and the fact that 2011 was the first year towards our vineyard movement to go organic. The grapes provided more structure and body than the previous vintage. The wine has a crisp acidity, juicy apricot flavours and a chalky, limestone taste along with a flinty finish which is the hallmark of clone 52. It is all bundled up with a silver label to denoted that it is one of the vineyard designated wines we are most proud of this season.

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Serve this wine between 55-60 degrees Farenheit or 12-16 degrees Celsius. Tip: If your bottle is at room temperature, put it in ice water for about 30 minutes or in the fridge for about three hours to chill it.