Hester Creek Character Red 2022
Every winery needs a crowd-pleaser, and Hester Creek's Character Red is that wine that'll make both wine geeks and casual drinkers happy. Deep ruby with a bright core, it's the kind of wine that says, "I'm here to party," without being obnoxious about it.
The nose is all about accessibility – ripe red berries, a hint of baking spice, and just enough complexity to keep things interesting. It's smooth on the palate, with layers of cherry, plum, and a subtle herbal note that adds some intrigue. It's the vinous equivalent of a good conversationalist – approachable but with something interesting to say.
What's smart about this wine is its versatility. It'll happily pair with everything from pizza to a weeknight roast chicken, and it won't break the bank. This is the kind of wine that proves Hester Creek understands exactly what wine drinkers want. Tasted June 2024.
Process: Aged for eight months in French and American oak barrels.
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Style: Still Wine
Producer: Hester Creek
Country: Canada
Region: British Columbia, Okanagan Valley
Classification: VQA
Vintage: 2022
Colour: Red
Primary Grape: Merlot
Secondary Grape: Syrah, Petit Verdot, Malbec
Organic: N/A
Biodynamic: N/A
Sustainable: N/A
Vegan: N/A
Regeneratively Farmed: N/A
