Discovering Kismet Wines in Oliver and 2019 The One from Noble Ridge
The SHOW
Our first guest is Manpreet Dhaliwal, the family winemaker for Kismet in Oliver.
Manpreet Dhaliwal
The Dhaliwal family, lead by brothers Sukhi and Balwinder, originally came to the Okanagan from South Asia as farmers, which is exactly what they did when they arrived.
Over the years, they built a winery that can access some 600 acres of farming land.
“staying true to 100% BC wine is not only a promise to our customers but a reflection of our family’s values” Sukhi/Balwinder
Staying within the family structure, the winemaker is Manpreet Dhaliwal and the GM is her sister Neelam.
Manpreet and I will discuss these seasonal releases...
2022 Cabernet Franc Reserve. Platinum award winner, All Canadian Wine Championships
24 months in French Oak. Power, balance and long finish. $59.99
2022 Karma
Top 50 wine, BC Wine Awards
Bordeaux inspired blend. A true favourite with guests and wine club members. $24.99
2022 Viognier Roussanne
Rhone inspired, a beautiful white, that welcomes with oak and spice and a long creamy finish. $25.99
Besides taking us through those wines she created, Manpreet gives all of us an update on the new on-site accommodations and a private guest house that will open in June.
Not to forget their outstanding restaurant Manzil will welcome you as well. Imagine pairing these wines with those dishes.
Lots to talk about with Manpreet. Enjoy!!
We head north up the valley to Okanagan Falls and Noble Ridge..
Home of the 2019 The One and Benoit Gauthier. CEO and Director of winemaking and viticulture.
Benoit Gauthier Noble Ridge
I’m so impressed with this sparkling release. I fully expected the fresh brioche but there’s a wonderful freshness and beautifully rounded finish, all washed down with intense bubbles. $34.99
The One is just the start of a full release year from the team at Noble Ridge. We’ll be back to tell the rest of the story.
STORIES WE’RE WORKING ON
Fort Berens
Hillside Estate
