Charming, finesse, juicy.
Stoneboat, on the Black Sage gravelbar in Oliver, is now owned by Rudy Verhoeff and Kyla Richey, former professional volleyball athletes. They also own Valley Commons, is a winery established in the District Wine Village in Oliver in 2021. Both wineries fall under the Verhoeff Group of Companies, which is headed by Paul Verhoeff, Rudy's father. The family also owns a flooring company, a brewery and restaurants in the Fraser Valley.
Made primarily from clone 115 (with splashes of 114 and 828) it was aged 11 months in French oak (11% new).
It's a delightful Pinot brimming with sweet wild raspberry and violet aromas layered with cedar, rainforest floor and a dash of finely ground spices. The palate is as juicy and bright as the nose; it is fine-boned and finessed with lovely balance and structure overall. Charming.
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Wine Scores Reviewed - May 1st, 2025