Cedar Creek Pinot Noir Platinum East Kelowna Slopes 2022

CedarCreek Estate Winery, founded in 1986, is a cornerstone of British Columbia's Okanagan Valley wine scene. Dedicated to organic farming and sustainable viticulture, the winery focuses on crafting site-specific wines that capture the unique expressions of their terroir. The East Kelowna Slopes vineyard, shaped by glacial activity, offers varied soils and elevations that are ideal for growing premium Pinot Noir.

This vintage reveals a deep ruby colour, offering dark, brooding aromas of plum, blackberry, and raspberry leaf. The palate is structured and expressive, with firm yet polished tannins and a layered core of dark fruit and earthy spice. Naturally fermented using wild yeasts, the wine was vinified in a mix of concrete and stainless steel vessels, then aged for 14 months in 35% new French oak. The result is a balanced, age-worthy Pinot Noir with both tension and elegance.

Accolades
Anthony Gismondi – 92 points

Food Pairing
Excellent with grilled salmon, roasted quail, or a wild mushroom risotto. This pairing highlights the wine’s depth and character.

Vintage Quality
The 2022 growing season in the Okanagan Valley delivered warm days and cool nights, encouraging excellent ripening conditions. CedarCreek's commitment to organic vineyard practices and precise winemaking yielded a Pinot Noir of exceptional structure and finesse.