Stylish, pristine, juicy.
Made from Pinot Gris grown in the certified organic Whispered Secret Vineyard on the cooler south side of the Similkameen Valley, this outstanding white was slow fermented (one month) in a mix of stainless steel tanks and barrels, and French oak puncheons. It was then matured for three months on fine lees.
Sweet Bartlett pear aromas are layered with honey, melon, peach, fresh mountain stream and wildflowers. The palate is fresh, lively and slick with notable purity. Juicy and stylish, and of the best Pinot Gris' coming out of BC.
©copyright 2023 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - May 30th, 2023

Piquant, zesty, feisty.
This 76% Sauvignon Blanc and 24% Semillon is a classic Bordeaux blend, but with the California name (fume blanc) given to a lightly oaked version of Sauvignon Blanc, a term coined by Robert Mondavi.
It has a smoky, sweet quality to the nose; peat and peaches, vanilla and cedar, grass clippings and wild herbs are lifted with citrus notes. Snappy and crunchy tree fruits, green apples and lime flavours dominate the palate. It is dry and zesty with lovely weight and concentration. It is both focused and feisty.
Pair: oysters and other seafood, white meats, appetizers or cheese platters.
©copyright 2020 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - May 14th, 2020

Pretty, juicy, zesty.
This vintage, a blend of 67% Sauvignon Blanc and 31% Semillon this classic Bordeaux blend was partially fermented in stainless steel and oak puncheons, then aged on lees in both oak and stainless.
It's likely my favourite wine from Clos du Soleil as it has a joyful character and plenty aromatic. Expect melon and peaches, pear, grass clippings, honey and wildflower aromas. The palate is zesty, ever-so-slightly off-dry with nice snap. Bold honeydew melon and sparkling peach flavours dominate. Such a pretty and approachable wine.
Pair: oysters and other seafood, white meats, appetizers or cheese platters.
©copyright 2023 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - May 29th, 2023

Piquant, juicy, fresh.
This vintage, a blend of 61% Sauvignon Blanc and 39% Semillon this classic Bordeaux blend was partially fermented in stainless steel and oak puncheons, then aged on lees in both oak and stainless.
Gooseberry and sweaty passionfruit, elderflower, crushed stone, lime, green apple and snap pea aromas lead to a juicy and mineral-laden palate. Lovely balance, it's dry and slick with a creamy edge and persistent tangy finish.
Pair: oysters and other seafood, white meats, appetizers or cheese platters.
©copyright 2022 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - November 2nd, 2022

Piquant, zesty, fresh.
This 74% Sauvignon Blanc and 26% Semillon is a classic Bordeaux blend, but with the California name (fume blanc) given to a lightly oaked version of Sauvignon Blanc, a term coined by Robert Mondavi.
Notes of honeycomb and white flowers, lime and grapefruit, fresh mountain stream and undertones of gooseberry and elderflower. It's a zesty wine, juicy and fresh with length and levity and a snappy grapefruity finish.
Pair: oysters and other seafood, white meats, appetizers or cheese platters.
©copyright 2021 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Scores Reviewed - September 3rd, 2021