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Black Hills 'Ipso Facto', Okanagan Valley, BC
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Region: British Columbia Oliver
Vintage: 2016
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This new blend of 60% Syrah, 25% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon was first released in 2014 for the Wine Club at Black Hills. There was no 2015, so here we are at 2016 and it's available to buy online. Ipso Facto by that very fact. It has a seductive nose; blackberry, Italian plums, espresso, licorice, finely ground white pepper and baking spices. It is wonderfully vibrant on the palate, high-toned fruit leads and spice and bittersweet chocolate trail across the finish. Excellent structure and balance.


 
Recommended Pairings
Rich Meats , Good First Impressions, Cellar Keepers


©copyright 2026 Daenna Van Mulligen
Wine Diva reviewed - 2018-05-29 16:59:30.0

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