2021 Stratus Gamay

Expect a bright and lively wine with aromas of lilac, fresh berries, licorice and hints of black pepper so characteristic of this grape. The palate has a crunch and verve that is balanced by fine tannins and notes of sweet and spicy clove.

Defined by highly variable weather, 2021 was unpredictable from start to finish. The year started with warmer than average, January temperatures. Spring settled into predictably seasonal temperatures and generally dry conditions – a great start to the growing season. As the summer progressed, hot and dry conditions prevailed. Despite unexpected scattered rain and severe thunderstorms at the end of the month, extreme heat and drought were the predominant challenges faced in August. Unstable weather in the fall presented challenging harvest conditions. Rain and
humidity at inopportune times required a
strategic approach to picking grapes at their
peak. Many of the red varieties were harvested
at the tail end of November and in early
December.