McWatters Collection 2020 Meritage

Penticton, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada

Pictured is Christa-Lee McWatters, General Manager of Time Wines and the daughter of BC Wine legend Harry McWatters, who helped pioneer British Columbia as a world-class wine region. The McWatters Collection of wines is their family legacy brand.

A blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 5% each Malbec and Petit Verdot. The grapes are sourced from the South Okanagan. Dry, balanced and full-bodied with flavours of plum, blackberry, wood. It scored 90 points at the 2021 National Awards of Canada blind tasting. Pair this serious wine with grilled meats.

Rated: Very Good (89-90 Points)
Tasted: April, 2023
Price: $44.99 Winery online: timewines.ca
When to drink: 2023-26