Monthly Archives: May 2021

Voyager Estate Girt by Sea Cabernet/Merlot 2017

Posted on May 31, 2021 by John Galea

I’ve had this one at a tasting before and was thrilled to see it come through the LCBO. Inky dark in color with a nice black berry nose. On the mid palate the wine matches the nose with lovely rich, … Continue reading →

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Domaine de Triennes Rosé 2020

Posted on May 29, 2021 by John Galea

A lovely salmon in color with a mild nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some nice crisp tartness, strawberries and the like that dance on the tongue beautifully. On the medium length finish the tart acidity lingers nicely. … Continue reading →

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Litorale Val delle Rose Vermentino 2019

Posted on May 27, 2021 by John Galea

I love Vermentinos but sadly we don’t get a lot of them in Ontario. This one is pale to slightly golden in color with a nice crisp dry nose. On the mid palate the wine packs some lovely tart green … Continue reading →

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Private Reserve True North 100% Canadian 2017 750ml

Posted on May 14, 2021 by John Galea

As always the term reserve, in Canada, has no specific designation … This one is dark in color with a nice dark berry nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some nice dark berries, some mocha and the like. … Continue reading →

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Sidewood Sauvignon Blanc 2020

Posted on May 5, 2021 by John Galea

Pale straw in color with a vibrant citrus nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some vibrant citrus notes and zest. On the medium length finish the wine displays some vibrant acidity, some grapefruit and lemony notes. The acidity … Continue reading →

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Stefano Farina Barbera d’Alba 2018

Posted on May 3, 2021 by John Galea

Dark in color with a nice dark berry nose. On the mid palate the wine has some vibrant dark berry notes to match the nose. On the medium length finish the wine displays some vibrant acidity, some mocha/dark chocolate, and … Continue reading →

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McManis Pinot Noir 2019

Posted on May 2, 2021 by John Galea

Garnet in color with a nice rustic, red fruit nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some nice rustic raspberry notes. On the lighter side of medium in length the wine displays some nice vibrant acidity. This is a … Continue reading →

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