Gamay
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Delicious by Nature
At 40 Knots, our wines are Delicious by Nature. This guides us in every step we take in farming, cellar management, crush pad operations, our service to the customer, and our sustainability promise: Environmentally; Socially; and Economically.
Vegan and Gluten-Free
100% Estate Knotty Vineyard grapes.
Light-bodied, bright, and refreshingly vibrant, it bursts with flavors of cranberry and cherry, finishing with long, elegant notes of pepper and cedar. A perfect companion for celebrations and beyond.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Gamay Noir
Appellation
British Columbia
Vineyard Designation
Knotty Vineyard
pH
3.2
Residual Sugar
1.03
Alcohol %
11.0
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
40 Knots Gamay bursts with juicy ripe berries, balanced by
fresh acidity, soft tannins, and a touch of spice and earthiness. Light- bodied yet vibrant, it
finishes smooth and fruit-forward, making it perfect for pairing with charcuterie, roasted poultry,
or simply enjoying on its own.
Vineyard Notes
The 2023 vintage on the Comox Peninsula was exceptional, thanks to a favorable climate. After a strong start with good moisture, a warm May spell boosted vine vitality. Cooling temperatures and rain led to an early harvest, with careful hand-picking to ensure the best quality and capture the unique characteristics of each varietal.
Winemaker Notes
What can we say, we got Knotty! Destem to bin ferment,
cold soak skins for 4-7 days. Punch daily. Inoc Gamay with classic D254. Press just prior to cap
sink, age all in stainless (Knotty I know), micro-ox at simulated altitudes ranging from Comox
Valley to Mount Washington, in the presence of light-medium toasted oak. Blend and stablize. Very
natural and traditional may produce tartrates. Bottle by hand, label by hand.
Intimate.
Product Reviews
Belle Henderson
(Jun 17, 2017 at 3:35 PM)
Just opened the first of my June Wine Club shipment. I chose the Fan at in part because I lacked the energy to go downstairs to the wine cooler for a white and in part because Gamays have traditionally not been my favorite...so might as well get that one out of the way and move on...well I was pleasantly surprised I must say!!!the aroma is fabulous...imagine violets after a gentle rain, cranberries when you are cooking them and they just begin to pop, and for me, just a hint of strawberry....the taste is pleasantly fruity, light with just a slight dry finish. All in all a very pleasant sipping experience for a summer Saturday. And to top it all off I am glad my wine club shipment included a second bottle...something to look forward to for another day.
Melissa McIntosh
(Nov 28, 2017 at 10:26 AM)
I've always been more of a white wine person, but this Gamay is so delicious and versatile, we can't get enough! Full of balanced flavours, a hint of red berry, and doesn't leave the dry tannic aftertaste that I don't like about some heavier reds.
Shannon Molloy
(Nov 28, 2017 at 9:03 PM)
Just yummy
Eileen Hall
(Aug 12, 2018 at 2:11 PM)
I am usually a white wine drinker, but this red is light and so yummy.
Jackie R
(Apr 10, 2021 at 5:42 PM)
I have tasted and loved reds through all the heavy and lush Cab’s and Shiraz to the lighter Pinot Noir’s in North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. Then something shifted for me and I preferred whites and rose’. THEN I tried the 40 Knots Gamay and was captivated by it’s lightness yet full flavour. I think of dark berries expertly crafted with a subtle aroma. If given the choice, I will choose this gamay over anything else (but the 40 Knots Spindrift makes it a hard decision!!). As always - well done!
Ali Scully
(Aug 25, 2021 at 9:52 AM)
My favorite! Perfectly light and wonderfully tasty. Chilled or not this is my go to wine.
Markus Story
(Nov 14, 2021 at 10:20 AM)
This is by far the best wine I've ever had. It pairs well with just about everything or on it's own. I still try different wines from 40knots as there are many other good ones, but the Gamay stands out as being my first choice. I've yet to share it with someone and have them not like it - try it, you will not be disappointed
Laura Collin
(Dec 18, 2023 at 6:06 PM)
Took my adult kids to 40 knots and did 8 different wines ! This was the winner by far !
Brittany
(Dec 19, 2024 at 10:26 AM)
Light and delicious. Love that this wine is local to me!
Krystle
(Dec 19, 2024 at 11:01 AM)
Gamay is like a party in a glass it’s perfect for picnic vibes or pizza nights. Love this!
