Coolshanagh Vineyard

Last Updated April 11, 2024

Coolshanagh, translated from “a meeting place of friends” is the name of Skip and Judy Stothert’s perfectly situated property on the Naramata Bench overlooking Okanagan Lake.

The Coolshanagh Vineyard belongs to Skip and Judy Stothert and is located on a plot of land that had never before been cultivated. Planted in 2004 and 2009 to select clones of Chardonnay and in 2011 to clones of Pinot Noir, this special place is a shining example of what the unique Naramata terroir can produce.

In 2014, renowned terroir specialist Dr. Pedro Parra assessed the soil of Coolshanagh and notedthe vineyard’s soil was in the top 15% in the world, comparing it to Meursault.

Coolshanagh produces a small batch Chardonnay (~750 cases) sourced only from estate fruit, and (~75 cases)Pinot Noir. To bereleased are a limited-edition reserve Chardonnay and traditional method Blanc de Blanc sparkling. Wines that echo Burgundy were the initial inspiration, however, the ultimate Coolshanagh wine style that emerges specifically expresses and reflects the terroir of the Okanagan Valley and of the diverse soil inthis uniquevineyard.

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