{"title":"Painted Rock 2026 Releases","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"2017-painted-rock-syrah","title":"2017 Painted Rock Syrah","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis wine is for big\/full-body wine drinkers. Decanting and cellaring are recommended. Here's a big, deep and swarthy yet well balanced syrah, with some finesse despite its size. The fruit is very ripe black cherry\/plum, some meatiness, smoke and roasted herbs. It is full bodied, very dense, very rich and concentrated with firm tannins and lots of heat. Going for the gusto here. The length is excellent. (notes from David Lawrason, WineAlign)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47610842710309,"sku":null,"price":39.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/products\/2017-painted-rock-syrah-710125.jpg?v=1704577430"},{"product_id":"2022-painted-rock-rose","title":"2022 Painted Rock Rosé","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a bold and juicy Bordeaux assemblage showing great structure, flavour definition and bright acidity. The Malbec was processed by the direct press method while the other four varietals were done via the saigné method. On the nose, the aromas of red cherry, raspberry, poached red apples, citrus and fresh herbs. The freshness of the Malbec early pick shows great results on the palate, lifting the other varietals and bringing a critical element in the balance of this wine. You’ll discover flavours of red cherry, strawberry-rhubarb pie, lime zest, and lots of white pepper on the lingering finish. This is a rosé built for the dinner table. It can stand up to a multitude of different food flavours, from traditional to ethnic. Bold but refreshing, powerful and expressive!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47661533069605,"sku":null,"price":32.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/products\/2022-painted-rock-rose-863755.jpg?v=1704577456"},{"product_id":"2020-painted-rock-red-icon","title":"2020 Painted Rock “Red Icon”","description":"\u003cp\u003eA robust Bordeaux blend including all five classic varietals showing a tremendous aging potential and a balanced approach between power and elegance. The Red Icon is one of the most iconic wines of British Columbia and shows consistency of style year in and year out. The 2020 was barrel aged for 18 months in 30% new French oak. On the nose, expressive aromas of blackberry, black cherry, licorice, dark chocolate, cedar box and a hint of fresh herbs showcase a dark and concentrated wine. The palate is rich, dense, muscular and articulate showing great expression of ripe Merlot with plum and cassis flavours but also distinctive elements of Cab Franc like cherry and chocolate. There’s also the herbaciousness of the Cab Sauv, and don’t forget the floral intensity and spice of the Petit Verdot. This is another EPIC showing of the Red Icon, and five years of cellaring will reward you greatly. A potential candidate for my Top 10 Wines of the Year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47661533266213,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/products\/2020-painted-rock-red-icon-711685.jpg?v=1704577083"},{"product_id":"2021-painted-rock-cabernet-sauvignon","title":"2021 Painted Rock Cabernet Sauvignon","description":"\u003cp\u003eA spectacular Cabernet Sauvignon from a special terroir overlooking the lake on the Skaha Bench. A very perfumed wine on the nose, with forest floor and pine needles, pencil lead, deep dark fruits like blackcurrants and blackberry, cedar and black tea. Full body, this Cabernet Sauvignon is tangy and energetic with a clear line of fresh tannins and acidity. Very attractive now in a youthful and vibrant way, but this will be SPECTACULAR in three to four years. Dark, fleshy and expansive on the palate, which offers flavours of blackberry jam, ripe raspberry, balsamic, crushed gravel, spice, new leather, licorice, mint and crème de cassis. The 2021 seems to have an extra dimension of textural intensity - it's an intensity that is hugely appealing. This is a very special wine. Another potential candidate for my Top 10 Wines of the Year. Decanting is strongly recommended! - Carl Boucher\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Skaha Bench is a west-facing slope to Skaha Lake, stretching about 10 kilometers from the southern outskirts of Penticton. Layers of glacial deposits and volcanic ash lend complexity to the wines while the location is perfectly suited for many grape varietals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout Painted Rock Estate Winery: In 2004 John and Trish Skinner purchased the renowned 56 acre \"BlackHawk\" property on Skaha Lake in Penticton. Renamed for the 500 year old pictographs bordering the property, Painted Rock has gone on to win countless awards for their estate-only wines, led by winemaking consultant Alain Sutre and winemaker Gabriel Reis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout John Skinner: John was a stockbroker in Vancouver for more than 25 years, during which time he became an avid wine enthusiast with a dream to start his own winery. John has remained passionately involved in every aspect of the winery since it’s first release in late 2009. John also works tirelessly to help build the international profile and brand awareness of Canadian wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2021 Painted Rock Cabernet Sauvignon | 100% Cabernet Sauvignon | BC, Okanagan Valley, VQA Skaha Bench | 94+pts Carl’s Wine Club | $68.99\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47661533430053,"sku":null,"price":68.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/products\/2021-painted-rock-cabernet-sauvignon-408654.jpg?v=1704577543"},{"product_id":"2021-painted-rock-syrah","title":"2021 Painted Rock Syrah","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the biggest and the boldest Syrahs of the vintage. It’s unapologetically full-body, inky, and delivers tremendous concentration and complexity. While the aromatic profile of this Syrah is definitely on dark fruits and floral notes, the spice from the oak and the fruits is omnipresent, especially after mid-palate. The palate is rich in texture and offers generous flavours of blackberry, black plum, expresso coffee, tar and crushed wet stones, while the finish is extremely long showing notes of black pepper, white pepper, cloves and cinnamon. The high alcohol level is typical of the 2021 vintage mostly caused by the historic heat dome, which developed the grapes in a very unusual way. This wine is still a baby and will benefit from extra time in the cellar. Decanting suggested!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47661533626661,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/products\/2021-painted-rock-syrah-757902.jpg?v=1704577363"},{"product_id":"2021-painted-rock-cabernet-franc","title":"2021 Painted Rock Cabernet Franc","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis was the highest rated BC Cab Franc from our annual Cab Franc Marathon (among 54 tasted). It’s showing a well layered profile, great structure and very intense delivery. Full-bodied, richly textured, perhaps a bit warm and open-knit because of the summer's heat dome, but with a long, velvety and attractive finish. The nose offers classic Cabernet Franc components like blackberry, black currant, red cherry jam, roasted pepper, dark chocolate, cedar and spices. The texture of this wine is grandiose, creamy and supple, with oak influence already melting in the wine. The flavours match the nose perfectly, showing the red cherry jam, blueberry, figs, dark chocolate and a hint of jalapeño flavours that beautifully layer over the oak spices (vanilla, clove, graham cracker). Simply fantastic. A distinguished wine holding the 14.8% alcohol very well. Decanting is strongly suggested!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47661533888805,"sku":null,"price":54.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/products\/2021-painted-rock-cabernet-franc-210767.jpg?v=1704577584"},{"product_id":"2020-painted-rock-merlot","title":"2020 Painted Rock Merlot","description":"\u003cp\u003eAnother Painted Rock wine made in a bold and robust way, with nearly 15% alcohol definitely expressing a house style that helps this producer become a staple of the Okanagan. A great blend of ripe fruits, density and savouriness provides a solid wine with great aging potential. The nose is perfumed with notes of violet, potpourri, pine, and a mix of red and black fruits like blackberry, red currant and dark cherry. The palate is well structured with a solid frame of acidity and tannic structure. While those tannins are omni-present at the moment, they are soft enough to make the mouthfeel appealing and pleasant at an early stage. Dominant flavours of cassis, fig, red currant and black cherry (with a hint of green pepper) on the front-palate open the way for the savoury and juniper components of the mid palate. The finish offers vanilla, chocolate and a multitude of spices which linger for a good amount of time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47661534052645,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/products\/2020-painted-rock-merlot-311503.jpg?v=1704577587"},{"product_id":"2021-painted-rock-red-icon","title":"2021 Painted Rock \"Red Icon\" 🔥 93pts","description":"\u003cp\u003eWinery Price: $79.99 plus tax \u0026amp; deposit\u003cbr\u003e18 months french oak, 30% New - 133 cases prod\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carl's Wine Club","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50028482887973,"sku":"","price":88.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"1-5l-magnum-2021-painted-rock-red-icon-🔥-93pts","title":"1.5L MAGNUM 2021 Painted Rock \"Red Icon\" 🔥 93pts","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWinery Notes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePerfumed and dynamic, the 2021 vintage showcases dark fruit, violets, dark chocolate and pepper, complemented by cassis, blackberry, plum, and black cherries, with hints of sage, anise, and baking spices. Structured with well balanced tannins that will continue to integrate with time in the cellar. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e18 months French oak, 30% New | 133 cases prod\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h4 inline-richtext\"\u003e93 points Carl's Wine Club | 96 points John Schreiner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h4 inline-richtext\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBC Okanagan Valley VQA Skaha Bench\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h4 inline-richtext\"\u003e41% Merlot, 23%Cab Franc , 16% Cab Sauv, 12% Malbec, 8% Petit Verdot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product__text inline-richtext\"\u003eDry Wine | RS: 2.0g\/L | 14.6% ABV | Drink from 2024 to 2040\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52375359258917,"sku":null,"price":179.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/files\/rediconmagnum_2322cf9e-f985-4ca4-9b24-054490e11e99.avif?v=1778802749"},{"product_id":"2022-painted-rock-merlot-92pts","title":"2022 Painted Rock Merlot | 92pts","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 2022 Painted Rock Merlot is a textbook example of what the Skaha Bench does so well with this varietal. Bold but balanced, rich but lifted, and very well built from start to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nose is savoury and dark fruit driven, with blue fruit surfing throughout. Floral notes emerge with a little air, alongside tobacco and dark chocolate. Layered and inviting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe palate delivers everything you'd expect from a world-class warm-climate Merlot. Black cherry, crushed raspberry, black currant, with a pleasant streak of savouriness, tobacco, and loads of dark chocolate on the finish. The oak is perfectly integrated. The tannins show a little grip right now, but that will resolve beautifully over the next couple of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll in all, a great Merlot with premium character and the structure to age gracefully. I was ready to give this wine 93 points or higher, and the only reason I didn't was a slight bitter note on the finish. I hope it resolves over time and reward those with patience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e92 points Carl's Wine Club, 92 points David Lawrason, Silver, WineAlign\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h4 inline-richtext\"\u003eBC Okanagan Valley VQA Skaha Bench VQA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h4 inline-richtext\"\u003e100% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product__text inline-richtext\"\u003eDry Wine | RS: 1.9g\/L | 14.6% ABV | Drink from 2025 to 2037\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product__text inline-richtext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebeef Wellington, vegetarian chili\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52375362306341,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/products\/2020-painted-rock-merlot-311503.jpg?v=1704577587"},{"product_id":"2022-painted-rock-cabernet-franc🔥93pts","title":"2022 Painted Rock Cabernet Franc🔥93pts","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eI've followed Painted Rock's Cabernet Franc for years, and 2022 is a spectacular delivery. At 14.3%, this is arguably the most elegant wine of the entire current release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe nose is classic BC Cabernet Franc, ripe and expressive with red pepper, violet, espresso, tobacco, and dark currant and black cherry, all showing up in the right order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe palate is full, intense and powerful, but the elegance never disappears. Black cherry, red cherry, cocoa, and tobacco lead the way, with a hint of charcoal emerging on the back end. Toasty oak notes dance through the mid-palate and into the finish, beautifully integrated, never a nuisance. The spice on the finish is stunning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt lingers, and lingers, and then lingers some more. A wonderful wine!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h4 inline-richtext\"\u003eBC Okanagan Valley VQA Skaha Bench VQA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h4 inline-richtext\"\u003e100% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e93 points Carl's Wine Club, 94pts John Schreiner, Gold, WineAlign\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product__text inline-richtext\"\u003eDry Wine | RS: 2.1g\/L | 14.3% ABV | Drink from 2024 to 2032\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product__text inline-richtext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esteak frites, herb crusted rack of lamb\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52375371022629,"sku":null,"price":54.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/products\/2021-painted-rock-cabernet-franc-210767.jpg?v=1704577584"},{"product_id":"2022-painted-rock-cabernet-sauvignon🔥94pts","title":"2023 Painted Rock Cabernet Sauvignon🔥94pts","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe young and grippy 2023 Cabernet Sauvignon, aged 18 months in French oak barrels including 30% new oak, is another absolutely spectacular wine from the Painted Rock Estate Winery team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWell-balanced but grippy, young and super precise, this wine will age for a long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe nose of graphite, blackcurrant, black cherry, savoury herbs, and beautifully integrated oak spice is incredibly classic and expressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe palate is opulent and rich, but still lifted and very well integrated. The finish definitely lingers and evolves, while flavours of black fruit, plum, tobacco, cedar, a hint of mint and lots of oak spice continue to build with air. There is a bit of projection in my score, but the future is looking very bright for this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlready one of the best BC Cabernet Sauvignons out there. (Carl Boucher, May 13, 2026).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e94 points Carl's Wine Club, 93 points John Szabo, 92 points David Lawrason\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eBC Okanagan Valley VQA Skaha Bench\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h4 inline-richtext\"\u003e100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product__text inline-richtext\"\u003eDry Wine | RS: 1.6g\/L | 14.8% ABV | Drink from 2026 to 2035\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product__text inline-richtext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebeef tartar, deer tenderloin\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52375506354469,"sku":null,"price":59.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/products\/2021-painted-rock-cabernet-sauvignon-408654.jpg?v=1704577543"},{"product_id":"2022-painted-rock-cabernet-sauvignon🔥95pts","title":"2022 Painted Rock Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon🔥95pts🔥Club Exclusive","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eThe Painted Rock Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the rarest wines in the entire portfolio, 76% Syrah, 24% Cabernet Sauvignon, and it almost never sees the light of day with only 240 cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eThis wine is made exclusively for wine club members and rarely lands in the hands of critics. When it does, it delivers. Multiple 95-point scores across different outlets. On my side, this is my top-rated wine in this release: 95 points  and a strong candidate for our Top 10 Wines of the Year. And if you know, you know: Syrah Cabernet Sauvignon is one of my favorite combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eBold and balanced. Rich, with a lifted acidity that keeps everything alive. This wine has everything you could ask for from a bold red blend out of the South Okanagan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eOn the nose: graphite, mint, blue plum, dark cherry, black currant, and loads of tobacco. The palate is well built with tremendous depth and layers. Acidity is right where it needs to be, and the overall profile is pinpointed and almost perfect. Complexity that goes well above and beyond expectations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm;\"\u003eBlack cherry, blackberry, savouriness, and espresso coffee are all front and centre. The finish is spicy and oaky, lingering for a very long time. This one is very special. (Carl Boucher, May 13, 2026).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h4 inline-richtext\"\u003eBC Okanagan Valley VQA Skaha Bench VQA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-CA; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e74% Syrah, 26% Cab Sauv\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e95 points Carl's Wine Club, 95pts John Szabo, 93pts Michael Godel, Gold, WineAlign\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product__text inline-richtext\"\u003eDry Wine | RS: 2.1g\/L | 14.3% ABV | Drink from 2024 to 2032\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product__text inline-richtext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esteak frites, herb crusted rack of lamb\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Painted Rock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52375627399461,"sku":null,"price":49.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/products\/2021-painted-rock-cabernet-franc-210767.jpg?v=1704577584"},{"product_id":"2022-painted-rock-red-icon🔥94pts🔥exclusive-release","title":"2022 Painted Rock \"Red Icon\"🔥94pts🔥Exclusive Pre-Release","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMaybe one of the greatest “Red Icon” releases I’ve tasted to date, from an outstanding vintage as well. Made from all five Bordeaux varietals with a splash of Syrah, which I’m always a big fan of. Big and bold, but also charismatic and fresh, despite the high alcohol.  Aged 18 months in French oak barrels, including 30% new oak. The oak is present, but never overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEven at this early stage, the nose is already complex and expressive, showing layers of ripe raspberry, black currant, black cherry, tobacco box, a hint of graphite, spice, pepper, and well-handled wood. Not fully open yet, but you can clearly see where this is going.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe palate is dense and structured, with a core of ripe, dark fruit layered in velvety tannins and well-balanced acidity. It’s quite elegant, but at the same time powerful and concentrated…a rare combination. The finish is long, deep, and the finish evolves for almost a minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAbsolutely spectacular. 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