As spring turns to summer wine lovers who are looking for bright, crisp, deliciously lighter wines can look no further than the Pristine line of Bartier wines. Grown in Washington State, made in Oliver, B.C.
For my first foray I selected two Pristine wines to try, and unequivocally, these are everything I look for in a spring and summer wine to enjoy on the patio, at the beach, on a boat or anywhere that gives you that relaxed vibe.
Pristine Vin Gris 2024 (Pinot Gris Rosé)
Vin Gris refers to the process where dark-skinned grapes are treated like a white wine in their processing, leaving a light colour to the finished wine.
Origin:
Grown in the Zillah Vineyard, Rattlesnake Hills AVA, Washington State
Made in Oliver, BC
Vineyard Notes:
High elevation, cool, rocky silty loam, south aspect
Processes:
Night harvested, destemmed, crushed, and pressed immediately. Moderately cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks using Prise de Mousse yeast. Filtered cold with no fining.
A note on the wine:
Lily fresh, crustacean friendly.
Blend: 100% Pinot Gris
Production: 317 cases
Chemistry:
Alcohol 11%
Enticing aromas of strawberries and lighter stonefruit. White peach with a touch of citrus. Pleasantly floral with just a hint of fresh brioche.
The wine is light in colour with just a touch of amber that gives the wine a golden hue.
Freshness on the palate with excellent acidity. Lingering flavours of stone fruits exhibiting good body and a spicy finish.
$19.99 available online or at the winery.
Pristine Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé 2024
Origin:
Grown in the Soaring Eagle Vineyard, Wahluke Slope AVA, Washington State
Made in Oliver, BC
Vineyard Notes:
40 year old vines, hot, fine sandy loam, south aspect
Processes:
Night harvested, destemmed, crushed, and pressed immediately. Moderately cool fermentation in stainless steel tanks using Prise de Mousse yeast. Filtered cold with no fining.
A note on the wine:
Structured and expensive tasting, without the expense.
Blend:
100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Production: 333 cases
Chemistry:
Alcohol | 12.5%
A show stopping clear colour that changes depending on the time of day you enjoy the wine. It ranges from rose gold to sunset amber.
Initially aromas of gardenia followed by wild strawberries, Mandarin oranges, and a little tropical scent.
Light and fresh with some very slight tannins with fruity notes and an excellent level of acidity. Red apple and mild stonefruit flavours make this a pleasant, and excellent, pairing wine.
$19.99 available online or at the winery
Carefully Curated Collections
Bartier Bros. wines represent unique and precious Okanagan Valley attributes: purity, freshness, vibrancy, and above all, intensity. They present elegance and balance and strive to sit comfortably with top wines from anywhere.
Michael & Don are proud to offer specially selected wine collections, to be delivered to you four times per year and unique gift selections to share the enjoyment with friends, family and business associates.
Wine notes and bottle shots courtesy of the winery. My notes (in bold italics) Feature image: MyVanCity. I received complimentary wine to facilitate this feature.
