Dry, purity, nutty.
Like many wineries in the Okanagan after suffering vine and fruit loss from a destructive cold snap in 2024, Bartier Bros' reached out across the border to source grapes. Their new Pristine label is a series of wines made by Michael Bartier in the Okanagan Valley, from grapes grown in Washington State.
From 40-year-old vines from the Wahluke Slope AVA, this unoaked Chardonnay still delivers nutty hazelnut and toast aromas, which are layered with yellow plum and lemonv verbena. It's a dry and lighter-bodied style, fresh and citrusy with sweet yellow fruit flavours. Lovely purity with a sort of Juicy Fruit gum character.
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Wine Scores Reviewed - June 25th, 2025