Okanagan Valley, British Columbia

Kalala Organic Estate Winery is a producer of wines made with 100% certified organic grapes, located on the upper bench of West Kelowna in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Canada.

The results are in every bottle of their award-winning BC VQA wines: The balance between fruit and acidity, perfect aging, body and flavour true-to-varietal. Kalala produces light-to-crisp white wines, bold red wines, and has one of the largest portfolios of organic icewines in British Columbia.

Certified organic in September 2010, Kalala’s philosophy is to allow the varietal characteristics and terroir to be truly expressed and enhanced by minimal handling during winemaking. In 2020, the B.C. Grape Growers’ Association presented its inaugural Viticulturist of the Year award to Karnail. The award is given to individuals in the BC grape growing industry who strive to grow the very best wine grapes.

Kalala Organic Estate Winery Wines 2021 wines included in monthly subscriptions

July 2021

DOSTANA CHARDONNAY, 2018
ASPIRE, 2014
DOSTANA RIESLING, 2016
PINOT NOIR, 2018
PINOT GRIS, 2019
HARMONY RED, 2018

DOSTANA CHARDONNAY, 2018

Tasting notes written by Tony Aspler.

Geographical Indication: BC VQA Okanagan Valley
Varietal: Chardonnay
Vineyard: Westbank Vineyard
Alcohol: 13.5%
Residual Sugar: 4.19 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 111

Appearance: Straw colour.
Nose: Minerally, sage and apple nose with oak spice.
Palate: Medium-bodied, savoury, green apple flavour with lively acidity and an herbal finish.
Quality: Very Good+. Drink now through 2022.
Critic Rating: 89 points - Tony Aspler

Food Pairing: Garlic-sesame green beans, salmon piccata, soft pretzels with mustard dip, stone fruit gazpacho with scallops, and roasted carrot soup.

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ASPIRE, 2014

Tasting notes written by Tony Aspler.

Geographical Indication: BC VQA British Columbia
Varietal: Merlot (60%), Cabernet Sauvignon (25%), Syrah (15%)
Vineyard: Merlot - Naramata Vineyard; Cabernet Sauvignon & Syrah – Paulson Vineyard, Osoyoos
Alcohol: 14.4%
Residual Sugar: 3.46 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 1,462

Appearance: Deep purple-ruby in colour.
Nose: Cedary, toasty, spicy, savoury nose of blueberry with herbal notes and evident aromas of American oak.
Palate: Full-bodied, dry, plum and blackcurrant flavours with licorice notes. Well-balanced and rich in the mouth.
Quality: Outstanding. Cellar for at least two years for maximum enjoyment.
Critic Rating: 91 – 93 points - Tony Aspler

Awards:
Gold - 2019 All Canadian Wine Championships


Food Pairing: Braised beef brisket with daikon, skirt steak with pinto beans, lentil and aubergine stew, bacon-wrapped pork loin with blackberry glaze, and roasted lamb with gravy.

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DOSTANA RIESLING, 2016

Tasting notes written by Tony Aspler.

Geographical Indication: BC VQA Okanagan Valley
Varietal: Riesling
Vineyard: Mariposa and Chandra Vineyards
Alcohol: 13.8%
Residual Sugar: 0.2 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 309

Appearance: Light golden colour.
Nose: Honeyed petrol nose with a floral note and a touch of oak.
Palate: Medium-bodied, just off-dry, honeyed apple, lychee and tangerine flavours. Beautifully balanced and lingering.
Quality: Outstanding. Drink now or hold a couple of years to intensify the bouquet.
Critic Rating: 90 points - Tony Aspler

Food Pairing: Garganelli pasta with crab and broccolini, lime and basil-cured trout, pork chops with apple and ginger chutney, artichoke and white bean hummus crostini, and chili-spiced grilled pineapple.

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PINOT NOIR, 2018

Tasting notes written by Tony Aspler.

Geographical Indication: BC VQA Okanagan Valley
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vineyard: Chandra & Westbank Vineyards
Alcohol: 13.8%
Residual Sugar: 2.89 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 342

Appearance: Deep ruby in colour.
Nose: Spicy, meaty nose of black fruits with oak spice and notes of violets.
Palate: Medium-bodied, dry, red plum and cranberries with earthy, powdery tannins carried on fresh acidity.
Quality: Very Good+. Can be enjoyed now but will reward holding until 2022.
Critic Rating: 89 points - Tony Aspler

Food Pairing: Beef bulgogi spring rolls, black pepper prawn chow mein, beetroot risotto, roasted chicken and cranberry flatbread, and gratin with golden squash, pepper, and tomato.

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PINOT GRIS, 2019

Tasting notes written by Tony Aspler.

Geographical Indication: BC VQA Okanagan Valley
Varietal: Pinot Gris
Vineyard: Westbank Vineyard
Alcohol: 13.4%
Residual Sugar: 7.37 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 146

Appearance: Bright, straw colour.
Nose: Minerally, lightly floral, peach pit nose.
Palate: Light to medium-bodied, crisply dry, white peach flavour with lemony acidity. Sustains well on the palate.
Quality: Very Good+. Drink now through 2021.
Critic Rating: 89 points - Tony Aspler

Awards:
Gold - 2021 All Canadian Wine Championships


Food Pairing: Fried flounder sandwich with creamy coleslaw, mozzarella-stuffed meatballs, grilled chicken and grapefruit salad, cornbread muffins, and baked jicama fries with sauerkraut.

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HARMONY RED, 2018

Tasting notes written by Tony Aspler.

Geographical Indication: BC VQA Okanagan Valley
Varietal: Merlot (35%), Cabernet Sauvignon (25%), Zweigelt (20%), Syrah (15%), Pinot Noir (5%)
Vineyard: Merlot, Zweigelt, Syrah, Pinot Noir - Westbank Vineyard; Cabernet Sauvignon - Paulson Vineyard, Osoyoos
Alcohol: 13.2%
Residual Sugar: 4.40 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 660

Appearance: Deep ruby in colour.
Nose: Spicy, lightly floral plum and cherry bouquet.
Palate: Medium-bodied, dry, firmly structured with ripe tannins and flavours of sour cherry and plum.
Quality: Very Good+ / Outstanding. Hold until 2022.
Critic Rating: 89 – 90 points - Tony Aspler

Food Pairing: Crispy duck with fire-roasted plum sauce, lamb burgers with tzatziki, grilled eggplant with freekeh and yogurt dressing, chipotle chicken burrito bowl, and beef teriyaki crisps with wasabi mayo.

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DOSTANA SAUVIGNON BLANC, 2017

Geographical Indication: BC VQA Okanagan Valley
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vineyard: Chandra Vineyard
Alcohol: 13.5%
Residual Sugar: 1.57 g/L
Volume: 750mL
Cases Produced: 114

Appearance: Clear. Bright. Pale straw core.
Nose: Tropical fruit, peach, green apple, and green herbs. Hint of minerality.
Palate: Medium acid, medium body. Green apple, lime, stone fruit, white flowers. Baked bread note on the finish. Well balanced.
Quality: Very Good+ / Outstanding. 89 – 90 points.

Food Pairing: Greek pasta salad with orzo, lobster grilled cheese, pork chops with herbed goat cheese butter, poached bass with endives, and bruschetta with capers and olives.

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