2022 Nota Bene

Okanagan Valley

Our latest vintage of the cult favourite, Nota Bene. Secure your bragging rights now and be the envy of all your wine friends. Quantities are limited for this exceptional vintage.

95 points
John Schreiner

"Black Hills Estate Winery releases its flagship Nota Bene 2022, celebrating what arguably is the best Nota Bene ever made."

94 points
hired belly

"An appealing and approachable plush and plummy palate with mulberry and spice undertones. Supported by fine, well integrated tannins, generous mouthfeel and a lingering, smooth finish. IMHO one of the best to date."

91 points
Anthony Gismondi, On Wine

"Plump and plush blackberry and wild cassis flood the core, while the sides are structured with firm, finely grippy tannins. Though drinking well now, winemaker Ross Wise is certainly crafting this for the cellar and future enjoyment."

Tasting Notes

The 2022 Nota Bene embodies our South Okanagan terroir. Merlot, thriving in moderate temperatures, offers succulent dewberry and black cherry, blending with Cabernet Sauvignon's herbal notes and Cabernet Franc's floral lift. Evolving in the glass, it reveals red currant, sweet mint, and raspberry blossom. Rich yet fresh, with fine-grained tannins, it will cellar gracefully for 20+ years, while also enjoyable in its youth with decanting.

Vintage Notes

The 2022 growing season started with temperatures well below seasonal averages in May and June, while rainfall was plentiful. The cool and damp spring delayed budburst and shoot development, and as a result flowering and fruit set occurred up to three weeks later than average. July and August brought a return to more typical weather conditions with warm temperatures, clear skies, and very little rain. This allowed the vines to thrive and make up for any lost ripening time. A warm and dry fall enabled extended hang time, allowing the grapes to reach excellent levels of ripeness. The 2022 wines are textural and elegant, showing great aromatic intensity, vibrant fruit characters, and bright acidity.

Wine Facts

Acid: 5.7

Alcohol: 14.5%

Bottle Size: 750mL

Fermentation: Fermented with wild yeasts.

Ph: 3.8

Residual Sugar: 0.2 g/L

Vineyard Designation: Double Black

Blend: 46% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Cabernet Franc

Cellaring: 18 months in French oak barriques and puncheons - 47% new oak.

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