2021 Hillside “Heritage Series” Viognier grilled wild rice stuffed red pepper easy drinking

easy drinking

and a finish on citrus peel and salty minerality

aromas of blue and black fruits like blue plum

and stewed strawberries greet you on the nose

A fun and unpretentious sparkling rosé with character and a “flirty” personality

2021 Hillside “Heritage Series” Viognier grilled wild rice stuffed red pepper easy drinkingA big and bold Viognier with a high level of alcohol, which is typical of the 2021 vintage in the Okanagan. On the flip side, Kathy Malone, the veteran winemaker at Hillside, managed to keep a vibrant acidity which makes this wine balanced and enjoyable. In addition, a generous portion was fermented in barrels, which likely played a role to develop its power, texture and complexity. On the nose this is very exuberant and flamboyant with aromas of ripe