Gamay Noir, 2022

Tasting Notes: This classic Gamay Noir features a vibrant profile of black cherry and black pepper. Nuances of orange blossom, clove and a touch of smoke add complexity to the palate.

VQA Niagara Peninsula

Production Note: Our 2022 Traynor Classic Gamay Noir was hand harvested from the Kirby vineyard and subjected to a wild ferment process. The grapes were crushed and destemmed into 8 separate fermenters. This method allows each tank to develop slightly different characteristics, creating more layers of aromatics and flavours after blending. The juice was gravity drained and only lightly pressed to reduce tannin and phenolic extraction. It was then aged in neutral French oak for 4 months, during which malolactic fermentation occurred. The final blend was transferred into stainless steel tanks and bottled unfined and unfiltered.

Serving Suggestions: Though not always necessary with a young Gamay Noir, decanting the wine for 15-30 minutes before serving can help open up the aromas and flavours, particularly if it's more complex or structured.

Residual Sugar: 3 g/L