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I can’t think of anything more exciting than the opportunity to introduce you to a new winery, En Terre Wines. En Terre is brought to you by Terravista Vineyards. There is no better introduction and recommendation. I know you are going to enjoy these wines as much as I do. Whether for yourself or as gifts these wines are going to soon be on your own favourites list. Please note that quantities are very limited for these new and exciting wine offerings.
En Terre Sparkling Brut 2022
Okanagan Valley VQA
Grown under the embrace of four solar panels where our vineyard sheep graze, our Pinot Noir is rooted above our geothermal system and blended with Chardonnay from our friend’s vineyard in Kaleden. Our family’s heart and the perpetual motion of organic farming are encapsulated in every sip, reflecting our dedication to the land and community.
TASTING NOTES
Pale gold in color with lasting, fine bubbles, this wine is a true celebration of elegance. The nose reveals a symphony of brioche, lemon, apple, and white blossom. On the palate, it is dry with bright acidity and a fine mousse, offering flavors of lemon/lime, apple, meringue, brioche, white cranberry, and floral notes. The creamy texture and very long finish make every sip indeed an indulgence.
WINEMAKER’S NOTES
Our first Traditional Method Brut was made with 69% Pinot Noir and 31% Chardonnay grapes and were gently whole cluster pressed. The juice was co-fermented, at cool temperatures, for an initial 16 day primary fermentation until fully dry. After aging for 3 months, the base wine was bottled and the secondary ferment was carried out in bottle, in the traditional method – a timeless technique. After 16 months en tirage, the wine was disgorged, with no dosage added.
CELLARING NOTES
From 2024-2030
Vineyards: En Terre Vineyard (Solar Pinot Noir) – Naramata Bench, BC &
Ercego Vineyard – Kaleden, BC
Food Pairing – Dried Cured Venison, Dungeness Crab or a handful of roasted cashews.
75 Cases
Nadine Kinvig ~ winemaker
July 2024:
2024 National Wine Awards – Bronze
En Terre Riesling 2023
TASTING NOTES:
This En Terre Riesling expresses as much elegance as it does energy, leading with bergamot, pear and layers of elevated citrus. The touch of sweetness on the palate rounds out with a medley of stone fruits and delicate florals, with complexity building with each sip.
WINEMAKER’S NOTES:
En Terre meaning ‘earthen’ or ‘of the earth’ is the embodiment of this special wine project. Crafted with an inventive spirit, this Riesling is from Gold Digger and Boulders Blocks from our new property in Okanagan Falls. This wine is a testament to sustainability. It harmonizes vibrant fruit and thoughtful farming to reflect the beauty of these two blocks at Storm Haven Vineyard. A symbol of collaboration and conservation, its precise balance and distinctive terroir celebrate innovative winemaking.
The fruit was hand harvested from the two separate blocks at our Storm Haven Vineyard located in Okanagan Falls. The Boulders block was harvested on Sept 19, 2023 followed by the Gold Digger block which was harvested on September 21st. The two lots were gently whole cluster pressed, then blended together and co-fermented at cool temperatures. After 31 days the fermentation was arrested to retain residual sugar, in order to balance out the fresh acidity.
265 Cases
Nadine Kinvig ~ winemaker
National Wine Align Awards 2024 – SILVER MEDAL 91 points
En Terre Cabernet Franc 2022
Vineyards: Rock Oven, Okanagan Falls, BC
En Terre, meaning ‘earthen’ or ‘of the earth’ is the embodiment of this special wine project. Grown under Peach Cliff’s warmth, this small-lot Cabernet Franc from Rock Oven Vineyard captures the late sun. A celebration of collaboration and innovative farming, it’s inspired by Da Vinci’s exploration, embodying our commitment to intentional and sustainable farming. This wine is a tribute to the unique spirit of our land and the bighorn sheep that witness its growth.
TASTING NOTES
This wine has a medium ruby hue with a fuchsia rim that captivates at first glance and then reveals ripe black cherry, cola, raspberry jam, and warm baking spices on the nose. On the palate the wine is dry with medium-plus acidity, medium fine, ripe tannins and medium body, delivering flavours of ripe cherry, red plum, raspberry, dried herbs, and baking spices, with a long lasting finish.
WINEMAKER’S NOTES
Cabernet Franc was hand picked from Rock Oven, then destemmed and lightly crushed. After a 3 day cold soak, the must was fermented in two oak fermentation barrels (700 L and 450 L French oak), with manual punchdowns occurring twice a day over a 16 day fermentation. Following a 7 day post ferment maceration, the wine was pressed off and racked to French oak barrels where it spent 18 months.
Food Pairing – As a summer red, chill slightly and pair with grilled meat and sheep or goat cheese or enchiladas verdes.
Only 56 Cases
Nadine Kinvig ~ winemaker
Heart of En Terre 2024
This is a limited release of three bundled En Terre Wines.
1 bottle of 2023 En Terre Riesling
1 bottle of 2022 En Terre Sparkling Brut (Only 75 cases)
1 bottle of 2022 En Terre Cabernet Franc (Only 56 cases)
The limited 3 packs are now live – enjoy the first three releases in the En Terre Wine Series, including the recently released En Terre Cabernet Franc.
TerraVista Vineyards En Terre Wines
Seven years in the making our new project from our Terravista Vineyards Family is unveiled. En Terre meaning ‘earthen’ or ‘of the earth’ is the embodiment of this special wine series and also the name of our home vineyard. En Terre reflects our commitment to sustainability and mindful winemaking practices. It is about striking the balance between nature, land and innovative techniques.
Its distinctive logo, a captivating symbol of the brand’s ethos of perpetual motion, draws inspiration from Davinci’s golden ratio—a timeless representation of nature’s balance and beauty. This project reflects our commitment to continuous learning and exploration from the heart. Just as nature changes, so does En Terre, always striving for thoughtful balance.
Crafted with an inventive spirit, the inaugural release features the En Terre Riesling 2023, a vibrant testament to the distinctive Gold Digger and Boulders Blocks from our property in Okanagan Falls.
Under this label, we will be releasing 5 wines in 2024 and we invite you to explore with us as we practice the art of informed intuition through the heart of our terroir.
Our next En Terre release is a Traditional Method Sparkling Brut 2022 on July 10, 2024 to wine club members and then approximately 1 week later to the public. Subscribe to our newsletter to learn more or to our wine club to receive first access.
The En Terre Cabernet Franc 2022 is now released – read more about this small-lot wine from our Rock Ovens vineyard in Okanagan Falls.
The limited 3 packs are now live – enjoy the first three releases in the En Terre Wine Series, including the recently released En Terre Cabernet Franc.
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Wines notes and all images courtesy of the winery. I received complimentary wine to facilitate this feature.
