{"title":"Sandhill Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eSandhill makes single-vineyard wine, and the label always tells you which of six BC sites it came from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSandhill Estate, Hidden Terrace, Rocky Ridge, Casorso Family, Osprey Ridge and Vanessa Vineyard each have their own soil, exposure and microclimate. Sydney Valentino makes the wine and calls the method gentle and non-interventionist, which on a single-vineyard programme is the only approach that makes sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery bottle ships straight from the winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinery License #: 300221\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sandhill-wines-small-lots-barbera-2019","title":"Small Lots Barbera 2019, Sandhill Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eSANDHILL ESTATE VINEYARD - 13 BARRELS\n\u003cbr\u003eFLAVOUR PROFILEDeep ruby red colour with a wonderful bouquet of ripe blue plum and red cherry fruit accented by leather, earth and oak. This medium-bodied wine has smooth, velvety tannins and classic, bright, food-friendly acidity. Juicy, fruit-forward flavours of red currant, berry and cherry fill the mouth. Red cherry and plum with a hint of leather, spice and oak linger beautifully on the clean, dry finish.\n\u003cbr\u003eA great wine for casual sipping or enjoy with mushroom or meat sauce based lasagna; meat or cheese stuffed ravioli; pappardelle with rabbit or lamb; cheesy eggplant parmesan; red sauce pasta dishes with sausage or meatballs or mushrooms, along with grated Parmigiano Reggiano; veal parmesan; Pecorino, Grana Padano cheeses and cured meat platter; gourmet pizza topped with roasted tomato, mozzarella, basil, grilled eggplant and roasted red pepper. Serve at a cool room temperature of 16 to 17°C.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sandhill Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46030343798996,"sku":"5444WINSAN","price":46.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/small-lots-barbera-2019-sandhill-wines.webp?v=1739738456"},{"product_id":"sandhill-wines-small-lots-three-2018","title":"Small Lots Three 2018, Sandhill Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eBLEND \n\u003cbr\u003e44% Sangiovese, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Barbera\n\u003cbr\u003e FLAVOUR PROFILE\n\u003cbr\u003eDeep garnet colour with a lovely bouquet of dark plum and black cherry fruit, mingling with notes of leather, baking spices, earth, mushroom, and smoky oak, plus a warm savoury note. This medium to full-bodied wine has silky tannins, great texture and food-friendly acidity. Blue plum and cherry fruit notes unfold on the palate, complemented by notes of sweet spice and earth. Dark cherry, blackberry, coffee, chocolate and Chai spice notes linger beautifully on the finish.\n\u003cbr\u003eServe with grilled red meats; rosemary lamb chops; roasted leg of lamb; rich Rigatoni Bolognese with Parmigiano Reggiano; meaty cheesy lasagna; veal parmesan; cured meats and crusty breads along with Pecorino, Parmigiano Reggiano or Grana Padano cheese.\n\u003cbr\u003eWINEMAKER NOTES\n\u003cbr\u003eHarvested from the Sandhill Estate Vineyard. Gentle crush, then fermented in small open top fermenters. Fermented with a yeast isolated from Brunello fermentations in Italy to bring out the classic Italian character of these varietals (fruit, spice and earth components). Full malolactic fermentation for a supple mouthfeel. Each varietal is aged individually in oak barrels for 18 months, then the top barrels are selected and blended together, then returned to oak barrels for a further 4 months to allow integration in barrel before bottling. Total time in oak is 22 months; French oak foudres and barrels. \n\u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar: 0.4 g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sandhill Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46030349369556,"sku":"5460WINSAN","price":51.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/small-lots-three-2018-sandhill-wines.webp?v=1739738584"},{"product_id":"sandhill-wines-small-lots-viognier-2022","title":"Small Lots Viognier 2022, Sandhill Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eFLAVOUR PROFILE Take the time to stop and smell the 'Viognier'; a beautiful aromatic wine showing notes of ripe peach, yellow apple, spring blossoms and honeysuckle. This dry-ish, medium-bodied Viognier has a slightly rich mouthfeel and flavours of peach and tropical fruit, along with floral notes. Sweet citrus, gooseberry, and a touch of floral and white cranberry linger on the finish.  Serve chilled at 11 to 13ºC and enjoy with lightly spiced pan-fried fish fillets; roast chicken; baked ham; lightly spiced stir-fries over Jasmine rice; spiced fish cakes; pan-seared scallops; coconut shrimp skewers; mild curry dishes; Tandoori turkey rolls. Residual Sugar: 7.2 g\/L GROWING CONDITIONS The months of May and June experienced cool, wet conditions which slowed growth, disrupting some spring bud development thereby reducing crop load in the vineyards. Summer began with a bang and from early July through August there was consistent sunshine, high heat units and timely rains.  A very warm September provided the perfect conditions for any lagging maturity resulting from the slow spring start. The great weather continued into October, extending hang time for some varietals that needed that extra push. Overall, it was a great growing season with healthy canopies, the ability for the vines to respond to the weather, and fewer periods of shut down due to extreme heat, therefore allowing grape maturity to continue on an even and steady rate with optimum conditions. [The Osoyoos region saw 1616 GDD]. WINEMAKING Hand-harvested from older, low yielding vines in the Osprey Ridge Vineyard in the Okanagan Valley. The grapes were whole cluster pressed and cold settled for clean fruit expression, then cool stainless steel fermented and aged.  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sandhill Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46030349402324,"sku":"5467WINSAN","price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/small-lots-viognier-2022-sandhill-wines.webp?v=1739738585"},{"product_id":"sandhill-wines-small-lots-two-2018","title":"Small Lots Two 2018, Sandhill Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eFLAVOUR PROFILE\n\u003cbr\u003eDeep garnet colour with a bouquet of black currant, black cherry, leather, cigar box, mocha, and smoky oak. This full-bodied wine has firm, but not aggressive, drying tannins, great structure, and moderate acidity. Juicy, ripe dark berries, cherry, and spice develop on the palate. The extra-dry finish shows wonderful notes of black tea, black cherry, blackberry, chocolate, and spice.\n\u003cbr\u003ePairs well with grilled steak au jus and sautéed mushrooms; beef tenderloin wrapped in bacon; pot roast; roast beef; rosemary lamb chops; roasted leg of lamb; three-year-old Canadian cheddar.\n\u003cbr\u003eWinemaking Notes: Hand-harvested from Sandhill Estate Vineyard. Gentle crush, then fermented in small open top fermenters. Full malolactic fermentation. Each varietal is aged individually in oak barrels for 18 months, then the top barrels are selected and blended together, then returned to oak barrels for a further 2 months to allow integration in barrel before bottling. Aged in new (25%) and older, French oak (60%) and American oak (40%) barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sandhill Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46030384398548,"sku":"5462WINSAN","price":51.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/small-lots-two-2018-sandhill-wines.webp?v=1739738938"},{"product_id":"sandhill-wines-small-lots-malbec-2018","title":"Small Lots Malbec 2019, Sandhill Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eFLAVOUR PROFILEBright yet deep ruby red colour with a lovely, aromatic bouquet of ripe plum, red cherry, violet, new leather, sweet oak and nougat. This full-bodied wine has smooth, silky tannins and rich fruit-forward flavours. On the palate, look for juicy black cherry and blue plum fruit flavours, along with hints of sweet spice and vanilla. The lingering finish shows notes of black tea, dark chocolate, blue plum, cherry and spice.\n\u003cbr\u003eA wonderful wine for cool evening sipping. Pairs well with grilled steaks with a chimichurri sauce; Tuscan steak on bed of arugula; rich meat pies; Tourtiere with tangy, but not sweet, chili sauce; beef bourguignon; chorizo and black bean empanadas; peppercorn steaks; Shepherd's pie; Irish stew; lightly spiced turkey black bean chili; roasted beets; black bean hummus.\n\u003cbr\u003eGROWING CONDITIONSThe mid and southern Okanagan, and Similkameen Valleys, experienced an early start to the growing season with warm, dry conditions which persisted until August. The month of August and early September experienced smoke covered valleys from local wild fires which slowed the ripening process, allowing for an extended period for ripening and development of flavours. During late September conditions improved providing an excellent harvest period for early ripening varietals. An early October frost caused some issues with late ripening varietals, but overall the 2018 vintage saw a near normal to good growing season.WINEMAKER NOTESThe very low yields in our Osprey Ridge Vineyard give a rich and concentrated, fruit-forward, slightly floral character to our Malbec. Previous vintages have been acknowledged as the best Malbec in British Columbia.\" - Sandy Leier, Winemaker\n\u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar: 0.3 g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sandhill Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46040159944916,"sku":"5446WINSAN","price":69.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/small-lots-malbec-2019-sandhill-wines.webp?v=1739739279"},{"product_id":"sandhill-wines-small-lots-syrah-2018","title":"Small Lots Syrah 2019, Sandhill Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eGROWING CONDITIONS:The mid and southern Okanagan, and Similkameen Valleys, experienced an early start to the growing season with warm, dry conditions which persisted until August. The month of August and early September experienced smoke covered valleys from local wild fires which slowed the ripening process, allowing for an extended period for ripening and development of flavours. During late September conditions improved providing an excellent harvest period for early ripening varietals. An early October frost caused some issues with late ripening varietals, but overall the 2018 vintage saw a near normal to good growing season.\n\u003cbr\u003eWINEMAKING: The grapes are cropped at a low yield on the vine to allow concentration of flavours into every berry. The grapes undergo a gentle crush, then fermented in small open top fermenters using a special Rhone yeast; pumped over 2-3 times per day during fermentation for complete extraction of pigments and flavours. The wine is then aged in new and second use American and French oak barrels for 14 months before final assemblage.\n\u003cbr\u003eFLAVOUR PROFILE: A deep purple black colour with a lovely warming bouquet of ripe blackberry, dark plum, black cherry, white pepper spice, leather, oak and violet. This full-bodied wine has soft yet drying tannins, great structure, and plenty of juicy, dark fruit flavours, accented by notes of spice and earth. Wonderful notes of black tea, bittersweet chocolate, black currant and spice linger on the finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFood Suggestions: Serve with spiced London broils; braised meats; herbes de Provence scented roasted potatoes; steak with peppercorn sauce; steak and kidney pie; bean and lentil stews; spiced veggie lentil burger; roasted beets; aged Beemster Gouda.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sandhill Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46040161550548,"sku":"5458WINSAN","price":51.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/small-lots-syrah-2019-sandhill-wines.webp?v=1739739301"},{"product_id":"sandhill-wines-small-lots-one-2019","title":"Small Lots One 2019, Sandhill Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eVANESSA VINEYARD - 19 BARRELS\n\u003cbr\u003eBLEND: Merlot (69%), Cabernet Sauvignon (17%), Cabernet Franc (14%)\n\u003cbr\u003eFLAVOUR PROFILE\n\u003cbr\u003eBright garnet in colour with lovely bouquet of black cherry, blueberry, and black currant fruit, mingling with cocoa powder, spice, oak, smoke, and violet. This full-bodied wine has firm but not aggressive tannins, great structure, and ripe dark fruit flavours. Black cherry and black currant fruit accented by spice and oak unfold on the palate. Notes of blackberry, black currant, coffee bean, vanilla extract, and spice linger on the extra-dry finish.\n\u003cbr\u003eWhile still young, enjoy with medium rare red meats including lamb and beef, or a cheese platter which includes three to five-year-old Canadian cheddar and other hard aged cheeses; after a few years in the cellar (2024 and beyond) enjoy with hearty winter stews, braised meats, roasted leg of lamb, or 70% dark chocolate. Decanting is recommended if drinking now through 2022.\n\u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar: 0.3 g\/L\n\u003cbr\u003eGROWING CONDITIONS\n\u003cbr\u003eOverall, the valley experienced above average spring temperatures for an early burst of growth, while summer temperatures were more moderate, reducing fire hazards, and providing a long slow ripening period to allow for vibrant acidity, flavour concentration, even ripening, and firm tannins for ageability. Careful management of the crop along with perfect timing was required for the September and October harvest. The very good 2019 vintage will see lower alcohol levels and vibrant natural acidity for fresh and elegant wines in much of the northern and central valley; along with ripe flavours and good texture from the more southern vineyards.\n\u003cbr\u003eWINEMAKING\n\u003cbr\u003eHarvested from Vanessa Vineyard in the Similkameen Valley. Most of the vines were cropped to a single bunch per shoot to achieve good concentration of fruit and ripeness of tannins. Fermentation took place in small stainless-steel fermenters, with daily pumping over for good extraction on the skins. [65% of the blend was co-fermented Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot; the balance of the blend was a block of Merlot that was fermented separately] After 20 months in barrel selected barrels of Merlot was blended in with the co-fermented batch then returned to barrel for 2 additional months of integration before bottling. The wine underwent full malolactic fermentation and was aged in barrel for a total of 22 months [50% American oak and 50% French oak; of which 25% of the French oak was new; the remainder was 2nd and 3rd year].\n\u003cbr\u003eWINEMAKERS NOTES“We call this wine Sandhill One because it was the first of our Bordeaux style blends made. This vintage has a higher proportion of Merlot as it was an excellent vintage for this variety, exhibiting dark fruit and rich silky tannins to round out the body and add length.” - Sandy Leier, Winemaker\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sandhill Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46040164794580,"sku":"5449WINSAN","price":51.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/small-lots-one-2019-sandhill-wines.webp?v=1739739367"},{"product_id":"small-lots-sangiovese-2019-sandhill-wines","title":"Small Lots Sangiovese 2019, Sandhill Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eBC VQA \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour Profile: \u003c\/strong\u003eBright ruby red colour with a wonderful, warming bouquet of red cherry, smoke, oak, earth, spice box and red licorice. This medium to full bodied wine has soft drying tannins, wonderful texture, and food-friendly acidity. Lovely flavours of red cherry, pomegranate, red currant, warm spice, and earth unfold on the palate. The lingering finish shows notes of black tea, pomegranate, red currant, earth, and spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003ePairs well with meaty cheesy lasagna; rigatoni Bolognese; cheesy eggplant parmesan; ratatouille; wild mushroom risotto; slow-cooked stew with a side of polenta; sage and rosemary seasoned stews and roasted meats; black bean hummus with Pita chips; Pecorino, Parmigiano Reggiano and Manchego with fresh crusty bread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker's Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eOur Sangiovese is the first Sangiovese grown and produced as a VQA wine in Canada. We did this to prove the value of the Sandhill site - intense heat, dry desert conditions, and sandy soil. 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The perfect amount of acidity refreshes the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sandhill Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48577675428052,"sku":"1183591","price":26.19,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/chardonnay-vqa-2022-sandhill-wines.webp?v=1788025444"},{"product_id":"cabernet-merlot-sandhill-wines","title":"Cabernet Merlot VQA 2022, Sandhill Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeep garnet colour with a lovely bouquet of black currant and dark plum fruit, mingling with spice box, smoke, and oak. 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Full-bodied with supple tannins and a well-balanced structure, it finishes smoothly with lingering dark fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sandhill Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48577675493588,"sku":"1205297","price":26.19,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/merlot-vqa-2023-sandhill-wines.webp?v=1788025456"},{"product_id":"cabernet-franc-sandhill-wines","title":"Cabernet Franc VQA 2021, Sandhill Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeep garnet colour with an aromatic bouquet of smoky oak, cedar box, black pepper, and tobacco leaf, with fruit notes of wild strawberry, dark plum and blueberry. This is a medium to full-bodied wine with firm drying tannins and moderate acidity. Wonderful fruit flavours of red and black berries are accented by notes of spice and smoky oak. Black tea, black licorice, spice box, currant and blackberry notes linger on the extra dry finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sandhill Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48577675526356,"sku":"1167042","price":31.84,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/1381\/1668\/files\/cabernet-franc-vqa-2021-sandhill-wines.webp?v=1788025461"},{"product_id":"harvest-series-co-fermented-red-sandhill-wines","title":"Harvest Series Co-Fermented Red VQA 2020, Sandhill Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eA deep garnet-hued red wine with an aromatic bouquet of dark fruits (plum, blueberry, blackberry, and cherry), accented by warm spice, soft oak, and melted chocolate. This full-bodied blend has youthful drying tannins and great structure. Flavours of blackberry, black cherry, black currant, spice, earth, and oak unfold on the palate. 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