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.
The Bedrock is made from 55% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Franc, 7% Syrah and Petit Verdot and 3% Malbec, which was aged 18 months in French oak barrels (23% new). It has a black cherry cola nose along with raspberry tea, sarsaparilla, chocolate and a hint of white pepper. The palate entry is supple, the fruit expressive and the finish trails peppery spices and cigar flavours. Quite extracted but overall nice freshness.
Rich Meats , Cheese - Hard/Aged
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Wine Diva reviewed - 2025-05-22 10:06:23.0
