# Haywire Gamay (2022)

- **Producer:** Haywire Winery by Okanagan Crush Pad
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Gamay Noir
- **Region:** Okanagan Valley, Canada
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Average price:** €22
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 12–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, cranberry, plum, boysenberry, cherry, blackberry, rose, violet, black pepper

## About this wine

Haywire Gamay 2022 is a 100% Gamay Noir from the Okanagan Valley, BC VQA. Produced by Haywire Winery, part of Okanagan Crush Pad, it reflects a commitment to minimal intervention winemaking. The grapes are sourced from diverse sites, including old vines in Kelowna and the elevated Secrest Mountain Vineyard in Oliver. The 2022 vintage in British Columbia is noted for its exceptional quality. Haywire is recognized as a benchmark BC Gamay, distinguished by its vibrant acidity, peppery notes, and silky texture, with a winemaking approach that emphasizes showcasing the terroir.

## Interesting facts

- Fermented with 50% whole clusters to enhance mid-palate weight and spice.
- Utilizes native yeasts for fermentation, adding complexity and a sense of place.
- Certified Vegan.
- Fruit sourced from vineyards with vines up to 45 years old.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity cuts through richer dishes, while its soft tannins complement proteins without overpowering them. The peppery notes in the wine can echo spices in the food, creating harmonious pairings.

## Wine making process

The Haywire Gamay 2022 is crafted using 100% Gamay Noir grapes. The winemaking emphasizes a natural approach, with fermentation initiated by native yeasts in small open-top and concrete tanks. A significant technique employed is the use of 50% whole clusters during fermentation, which contributes to mid-palate structure and spicy notes. The wine undergoes twice-daily punchdowns for four weeks. Following fermentation, it is aged in concrete tanks, a method chosen to maintain the wine's freshness and fruit-forward character. The grapes are sourced from vineyards managed under organic farming principles, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and minimal intervention.