White Seas$27.50Bottle - 750 mlVarietal:
BlendVintage:
2023SKU:
34465Discover 40 Knots White Seas, our flagship wine, featuring a proprietary blend of all the grapes from our vineyard. This elegant wine showcases a bouquet of vibrant citrus and tropical fruit aromas, with a spicy finish that lingers on the palate. Its balanced acidity and complexity make it perfect for pairing with a variety of dishes or enjoying on its own.
Awards Notes: 89 Pts: John Schreiner - This is a blend of 93% Epicure and 7% Pinot Gris. The wine was aged on the lees for eight months. It begins with aromas of apple and lemon, leading to flavours of apple and grapefruit. Bright acidity balanced with a touch of residual sugar gives the wine a tart and refreshing finish. 89.Tasting Notes: 40 Knots White Seas is a refreshing and vibrant white wine with juicy acidity and a bright, crisp profile. It delivers a lively burst of citrus and orchard fruits, with notes of green apple, pear, and zesty lime, balanced by a hint of sea breeze minerality reminiscent of the Salish Sea. A clean, refreshing finish makes this the perfect pairing for fresh seafood, light salads, or simply sipping on a sunny day.Farm Notes: The 2023 vintage on the Comox Peninsula was exceptional, thanks to a favorable climate. After a strong start with good moisture, a warm May spell boosted vine vitality. Cooling temperatures and rain led to an early harvest, with careful hand-picking to ensure the best quality and capture the unique characteristics of each varietal.Maker Notes: Gradual field blend hand harvest, destem, press, settle, rack clear juice with fluffly and knotty lees. Inoc in SS with EC1118 and QA23, chill ferment 14°C until 3-6°B, then let it buck. Age on lees for 8 months, stir weekly the knotty way. Monthly checks plus SO2 plus bubbles. Stablize the Knotty Way with organic bento, temp and time. Filter and bottle.Food Pairing Notes: 40 Knots White Seas is crisp, vibrant, and refreshing, with bright notes of citrus, green apple, and tropical fruit. Pairs beautifully with light seafood, oysters, ceviche, and grilled shrimp, as well as fresh salads, goat cheese, and vegetable dishes. Its lively acidity and clean finish balance creamy pastas or lightly spiced Asian cuisine, perfect for summer dining and easy-drinking enjoyment.Cases Produced: 594Appellation: Vancouver IslandFarm Designation: Comox CoastalAcid: 9.36PH: 2.99Residual Sugar: 5.63Sweetness Scale: 1 DryAlcohol Percentage: 12.6Grower: Knotty Vineyard