Two Oceans 2009 Cab Sauv Merlot

Posted on August 20, 2010 by John Galea

This wine is dark in color with cab dominating the nose. On the mid pallet are some sweet dark berry flavors. This is a young wine. There’s not a lot of complexity on the mid pallet. On the finish the wine has some nice dryness and a bit of tannins. This is definitely more of a fruit forward wine with very little oak present. I would give the wine an 87 or so.

From the LCBO web site:
TWO OCEANS CAB SAUV/MERLOT LCBO 340398 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 9.95

Wine, Red Wine 13.0% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1

Made in: South Africa, South Africa By: Distillers Corporation Limited

Tasting Note
Deep ruby colour; smoky, cherry and candied fruit aromas with notes of leather, oak and cassis; dry, medium bodied, with soft tannin, smooth, smoky, oaky berry flavours; approchable, easy drinking style.

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SCOPETANI CHIANTI RISERVA 2006

Posted on August 18, 2010 by John Galea

This wine is dark in color with a bouquet of dark fruits. On the mid pallet the wine is lovely and matches nicely the bouquet. This is a varietal Chianti. On the finish the wine has some nice tannins and dryness that builds nicely on the mouth especially without fruit. The oak is noticeable but not out of control. There are some leathery, smokey flavors, also present. The finish was medium in lenght. I enjoyed this wine and thought it was a good deal for the price. I would give it a 89-90!

From the LCBO web site:
SCOPETANI CHIANTI RISERVA 2006 VINTAGES 164814 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 13.95
Wine, Red Wine 12.5% Alcohol/Vol.

Sugar Content : D

Made in: Tuscany, Italy By: Scopetani Srl

Release Date: Jun 26, 2010

Description
This blend of Sangiovese with dollops of Malvasia and Trebbiano was aged for two years in oak. Soft and elegant, it delivers aromas and flavours of black cherries, dried herbs and a touch of spice. Eminently versatile with foods, it will match a range of dishes and finger-foods, from pasta salad with tomatoes, to herb-sprinkled grilled lamb, to thinly sliced pancetta and soft cheeses.

Winecurrent.com’s write up on this wine:
12.5% alcohol Well paced and well priced earning its final -+ star on value it jumps from the glass with heady aromas of toast sweet field berry and mixed spice. There are racy flavours of Montmorency cherry and cranberry adorned by herb and spice. Nicely balanced and still showing a perceptible tannin backbone it finishes dry with nice fruit balance. Try with thin crust tomato and pepperoni pizza or pasta in arrabbiata sauce. (Vic Harradine) Spain: White Wine (164814) $13.95 Rating 4/5
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Beringer 2009 Pinot Grigio

Posted on August 17, 2010 by John Galea

This wine is pale in color mild on the nose. On the mid pallet is candied pear and a bit of peach. The peach came out more as it warmed up. The wine is medium in finish with some of the sweetness lingering. The wine is definitely biased by sugar. I would give it an 87 or so. Too sweet for my tastes but not way over the top.

From the LCBO web site:
BERINGER CALIFORNIA COLLECTION PINOT GRIGIO LCBO 112995 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 9.95
Wine, Still Table Wine, White Still Table Wine 12.5% Alcohol/Vol.

Sugar Content : 1

Made in: California/Californie, United States By: Foster’S Wine Estates Americas

Tasting Note
clear, pale straw colour; floral, melon and soft lime aromas; dry, medium body; round, spicy apple flavour and soft finish

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ESPIRITU DE CHILE SAUVIGNON BLANC

Posted on August 17, 2010 by John Galea

Sauvignon blanc is quickly becoming one of my favorite white wines. I find them very food friendly. This particular one is very pale in color with some mild citrus and some grassy smells coming through on the nose. On the mid pallet the wine has some varietal Sauv Blanc flavors with mild citrus, and lemon coming through. This wine is very light on the finish. There’s nothing horrible about this wine, but nothing great either. For a few bucks more I think there are much better wines out there. This is a thin, flabby wine with not a lot going on. I’d give it an 86 or so …

From the LCBO web site:
ESPIRITU DE CHILE SAUVIGNON BLANC LCBO 60640 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 10.00
Wine, White Wine 13.3% Alcohol/Vol.

Made in: Chile, Chile By: Espiritu De Chile Limited

Tasting Note
An elegantly structured Sauvignon Blanc which impresses with its pronounced fruit notes. Aromas of peach and citrus blend perfectly with spicy freshness and subdued earthy tones.

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L’Ecole No 41 Cabernet Sauvignon 2007

Posted on August 12, 2010 by John Galea

Another wine from the Calibrium hosted L’Ecole tasting event where they showcased 8 wines from the Columbia Valley in Washington. None of these wines are available at the LCBO so you will have to buy a case from them 🙂

This wine is mild on the nose with lots of deep rich fruit coming through. On the mid pallet is a taste to match! Lots of deep rich cherries with some lovely long pallet coating tannins! This is a beautiful example of a Cab. I would give it a 91 due to it’s lovely rich complexity. If it wasn’t for the $39.50 a bottle price tag I would buy a case … Available in 12x750ml cases. Wow. Very nice …

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DOMAINE BOUDAU LE CLOS 2008

Posted on August 10, 2010 by John Galea

A friend gave me this wine as a gift. The wine is dark in color with lots of deep dark fruits coming through on the nose as well as some alcohol. On the mid pallet are flavors to match the bouquet. Deep rich dark fruits abound with some oak. On the finish the wine is quite complex with layers of flavors living on in a long finish with tannins but well under control. There are also hints of spice and pepper on the finish which comes from the syrah in the blend. The alcohol is quite high on this one, and it is noticeable. I suspect I should have let this breath but I was concerned it would loose it’s complexity in the process. I suspect what this really needs is some aging. I quite enjoyed this wine in spite of the alcohol and would have no trouble going out and getting some more. For the price this wine is a good deal. I would give it an 90. We paired it with a bbq steak and while it went well, the food overwhelmed the wine a bit and it lost it’s complexity. I encourage you to try it on it’s own without food first.

From the LCBO web site:
DOMAINE BOUDAU LE CLOS 2008 VINTAGES 149989 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 16.95
Wine, Red Wine 15.2% Alcohol/Vol.
Sugar Content : XD

Made in: Roussillon, France By: Véronique et Pierre Boudau, Vign.-Récolt.

Release Date: Apr 17, 2010

Description
A Gold Medal winner at the 2009 Concours des Vins des Vignerons Indépendants.

Tasting Note
This is a very attractive red blend of 80% grenache and 20% syrah. Look for good complexity in the flavours and a nice balance that produces an edgy, slightly tangy texture. The flavours are solid and well extracted but not dominant, and this is an excellent choice for grilled lamb and other red meats. Score – 4 1/2 Stars (out of 5). (Rod Phillips, www.rodphillipsonwine.com, Feb. 3, 2010).

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L’Ecole No 41 Syrah 2007

Posted on August 9, 2010 by John Galea

Another wine from the Calibrium hosted L’Ecole tasting event where they showcased 8 wines from the Columbia Valley in Washington. None of these wines are available at the LCBO so you will have to buy a case from them 🙂

This wine is 93% Syrah and 7% Grenache. As you may know Syrah and Shiraz are based on the same grape with the difference being style. More often than not a good Shiraz will display some peppery spiciness on the finish.

This wine is mild on the nose with some rich cherries coming through. On the mid pallet are deep rich cherry flavors coming through to match the nose. On the finish the wine is tart with some acidity present on a medium finish. The wine has some tannins coming through but nothing overwhelming. This is a nice varietal Syrah, well made, I would give it a 90. It’s $34 a bottle and is available in cases of 12x750ml …

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El Burro Shiraz

Posted on August 8, 2010 by John Galea

This wine was given to me by a friend. The wine is dark in color with a nice nose of black fruits. On the mid pallet are some uncharacteristic sweet flavors. Something like strawberry jam. I had a little difficulty placing it. Similar to a Petite Syrah. There are also some dark fruits as well, but I was distracted by the sweetness. On the finish the wine has some peppers, a bit of spiciness and some tannins. The finish was medium in length but just barely. I paired it with a steak and it went Ok. All in all this is a unique Shiraz. With the right open mind this is a good wine, but not what I would call a varietal Shiraz. This is my first Spanish Shiraz. I would give it an 88 or so, which for the price is not horrible. If your able to open up your mind, give it a try. But don’t expect a typical Aussie Shiraz or you will be disappointed.

From the LCBO web site:
EL BURRO SHIRAZ LCBO 70938 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 12.90
Wine, Red Wine 13.5% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1

Made in: Spain, Spain By: Guy Anderson Wines

Tasting Note
Deep purple colour; aromas of cassis, plum, and white pepper; dry, full-bodied, rich texture, flavours of ripe black fruDeep purple colour; aromas of cassis, plum, and white pepper; dry, full-bodied, rich texture, flavours of ripe black fruit and a long spicy finish.

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L’Ecole No 41 Estate Perigree 2007

Posted on August 5, 2010 by John Galea

Another wine from the Calibrium hosted L’Ecole tasting event where they showcased 8 wines from the Columbia Valley in Washington. None of these wines are available at the LCBO so you will have to buy a case from them 🙂

This wine is 60% Cab Sauv, 30% Merlot 10% Cab Franc.

The wine is surprisingly quite mild on the nose with the usual dark fruits coming through. On the mid pallet comes some lovely bold, deep rich dark fruits, cherries and the cab franc being easy to pick out. On the finish the wine has some lovely tannins and a medium to long finish. This is another well made wine from these folks. I would give this one a 91! If it wasn’t for the $63 price tag I would be getting some of this … It’s available in cases of 6x750ml. Wow another lovely wine!

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L’Ecole No 41 Chenin Blanc 2008

Posted on August 3, 2010 by John Galea

This was another wine from the Calibrium hosted a L’Ecole tasting event. None of these wines are available at the LCBO so you will have to buy a case from them 🙂

This wine is pale in color mild on the nose. It was on the lighter side of medium in finish and quite frankly after following the Semillon was difficult to appreciate. The wine was light in tastes with a slightly tart finish. I would give it an 88 or so. Not a bad wine, and I might have appreciated it more if it didn’t follow the semillon. $22 available in cases of 12×750

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PIEDEMONTE CRIANZA 2006

Posted on August 1, 2010 by John Galea

A good friend of mine gave me this bottle. They call this a Crianza which is a little odd because normally a Crianza is 100% tempranillo but this one is a blend of tempranillo, cab sauv, and merlot. The wine is dark in dolor with a lovely nose of dark fruits. On the mid pallet the wine is a deep rich with some of the plum from the merlot coming through, lots of varietal tempranillo coming through and some dark fruits, cherries etc. The oak is quite pronounced but not out of control. The wine is lovely and dry with lots of tanins. The finish is on the long side, with some tartness and some nice complexity. All in all this is a lovely wine and a bargain for the price. I would give it a 90! I paired with with a BBQ’d steak and it held up very well. Thanks Manuel!

From the LCBO web site:
BODEGAS PIEDEMONTE CRIANZA 2006 VINTAGES 166603 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 13.95
Wine, Red Wine 14.0% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : D

Made in: Navarra Province, Spain By: Bodega Piedemonte

Release Date: Jun 12, 2010

Description
A Silver Medal winner at the 2009 Concours Mondial de Bruxelles.

Tasting Note
A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo and Merlot. Deep ruby, with forward floral, cherry, fresh herbs, and earthy aromas leading to delicate flavours of plum, strawberry, herbs and spice mingling with coffee notes on the mid-palate. Medium bodied, braced by firm tannins and a bright cherry finish. Pair with grilled steak, hamburgers, or grilled vegetables. (VINTAGES panel, Nov. 2009)

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Terrace Vale Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc

Posted on July 31, 2010 by John Galea

We stopped by Hair of the Dog to check out their patio on a Thursday and I had this wine. I enjoy Sauv Blancs and I was having a cream sauce so I thought this would be a good choice. The wine is pale in color VERY mild on the nose. On the mid pallet are some light, delicate, Sauv Blanc like flavors with a little bit of citrus coming through. The finish is on the light side. Depending on your tastes you might just love this wine. It is smooth, easy to drink and the flavor does not last. It would be perfect for sitting on a patio on a hot day and you want something simple and light. You know like water … Well of course water would be cheaper 🙂 As you may be guessing this one is not to my tastes. Just not a lot going on in this wine. Lucky for us this one is not available in the LCBO. The wine comes from Hunter Valley Australia. I would give it an 87. Nothing awful about it. Just plain nothing 🙂

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L’Ecole No 41 Estate Apogee 2007

Posted on July 30, 2010 by John Galea

Another wine from the Calibrium hosted L’Ecole tasting event where they showcased 8 wines from the Columbia Valley in Washington. None of these wines are available at the LCBO so you will have to buy a case from them 🙂

Alas a night has to come to an end. This is the last wine from this event. As you can tell by my write ups I truly enjoyed the wines that were presented. Not one was bad and there were a number of really good ones!

60% Cab Sauv, 30% Merlot, 6% Malbec 4% Cab Franc
This wine is again surprisingly mild on the nose. On the mid pallet the cab comes through more dominant than on the Perigee. This wine is softer with some deep rich dark fruits coming through. The wine is medium in finish and lighter than the Perigree. This is a more smooth elegant wine. So it would depend on your tastes. For me this one is not as big or bold. I would give it a 90. For $63 a bottle the price is a bruiser. Available in 6x750ml cases.

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2008 Van Western Vino Gris

Posted on July 28, 2010 by John Galea

This wine is from the Naramata bench in BC and was given to us from a friend who brought it back with him. We don’t get a lot of BC wines here in Ontario since a number of them are made in small lots, so I enjoy the opportunity to check them out. BC’s wine industry are doing some great work with some unique results!

This one is a Pinot Gris. The wine is pale in color, mild on the nose with some citrus and sweetness coming through. On the mid pallet are some pronounced citrus and some pear maybe even some melon coming through. The description on the back of the bottle said peach but I don’t get that. The wine was fermented and aged in stainless steel leaving a clean smooth easy drinking wine which would be very food friendly. The wine is on the lighter side of medium on the finish. This wine is not available in the LCBO and is only made in small lots. I would give it an 88 or so. $18.80 at the winery. We paired it with a BBQ pork chop and enjoyed it on the deck at the cottage in Muskoka. Ah what a tough life it is indeed!

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L’Ecole No 41 Recess Red 2008

Posted on July 27, 2010 by John Galea

Another wine from the Calibrium hosted L’Ecole tasting event where they showcased 8 wines from the Columbia Valley in Washington. None of these wines are available at the LCBO so you will have to buy a case from them 🙂

Onto the reds. This wine is a blend of 42% Merlot, 27% Syrah, 22% Cab Sauv, 5% Grenache, 2% Petit Verdot, 2% Cab Franc and the kitchen sink tossed in for good measure. On the nose there are some slightly sweet bouquets with some strawberries coming through. On the mid pallet are some lovely deep rich dark berries with the cab Sauv coming through loud and clear. You can get some of the merlot subtly on the mid pallet as well. On the finish the wine has some lovely firm tannins, that gently coat the pallet and linger nicely. This wine has a beautiful long finish and was one of my favorites for the night. I would give it a 91. Its $29 and available in cases of 12x750ml. Yummy!

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L’Ecole No 41 Merlot 2007

Posted on July 22, 2010 by John Galea

Another wine from the Calibrium hosted L’Ecole tasting event where they showcased 8 wines from the Columbia Valley in Washington. None of these wines are available at the LCBO so you will have to buy a case from them 🙂

This wine is 81% Merlot, 11% Cab Franc, 5% Petit Verdot, 3% Cab Sauv. On the nose the varietal Merlot comes through with some plum. On the mid pallet is lots of lovely dry pucker power with black fruits dominating. You can really appreciate the cab Franc and cab sauv. The finish has some tannins and slight bit of bitterness but nothing too nasty. I would give it a 90 or so. Quite a nice wine. $36 available in cases of 12x750ml.

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LAURENT MIQUEL PERE ET FILS CHARDONNAY

Posted on July 20, 2010 by John Galea

Pale in color mild on the nose with some chard smells coming through. On the mid pallet this wine is VERY subtle. When I first tried it I paired it with a pork chop and I must say I was underwhelmed. I suspect it was too cold. As it warmed up some of it’s character came through and it started to build in the mouth. My first though was this is simple sugar water. As it built up I started to appreciate some of the complexities in different layers that came through. In the end the wine had a nice finish, slightly tart. Don’t expect this one to blow your socks off but it is an interesting experience with a lot of patience and the right temperature. I would give it an 88 or so. Won’t be rushing out for more.

LAURENT MIQUEL PERE ET FILS CHARDONNAY LCBO 157909 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 11.35
Wine, Still Table Wine, White Still Table Wine 13.0% Alcohol/Vol.

Made in: Languedoc, France By: Laurent Miquel

Tasting Note
Pale straw colour; green apple and citrus aromas; matching green apple and lemon flavours for a crisp finish

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L’Ecole No 41 Semillon 2008

Posted on July 18, 2010 by John Galea

Calibrium hosted a L’Ecole tasting event where they showcased 8 wines from the Columbia Valley in Washington. None of these wines are available at the LCBO so you will have to buy a case from them 🙂 The event was nicely run at the Fine Wine Reserve and inlcuded a few cheeses, and finger foods.

This wine was the first wine they served. The wine is 89% Semillion and 11% Sauv Blanc. On the nose the wine is quite sweet in bouquet with pear screaming through and some florals. On the mid pallet this wine has some nice apple flavors with a lovely long green tart apple finish lingering nicely. I was quite impressed with the length of this wine. It is not sweet as the nose would expect. I would easily give this a 90. Quite an impressive wine. $22 and is available in a case of 12x750ml.

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GRAHAM BECK CHARDONNAY 2008

Posted on July 15, 2010 by John Galea

This one is quite pale in color mild on the nose with some mild chard smells coming through. On the mid pallet are citrus flavors, slightly tart. This one is more like a sauv blanc would taste than a chard. Not a bad wine, but not a good chard either. The finish was on the lighter side of medium. I would give it an 88 or so simply because I think a chard ought to taste like a chard. I won’t be running out to grab more.

From the LCBO web site:
GRAHAM BECK CHARDONNAY 2008 VINTAGES 593475 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 14.95
Wine, White Wine 13.5% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : D

Made in: South Africa, South Africa By: Graham Beck Wines
Release Date: Jun 12, 2010

Tasting Note
Citrus-, peach-, apple-, toast and mango-scented Chardonnay with a lovely round and ripe texture on the palate. Mid-palate acids come in to bring a fine balance. It’s fairly full bodied and has a long fruity/oaky finish. Try it with grilled chicken with a wild mushroom sauce. (VINTAGES panel, July 2009)
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Gabbiano 2008 Pinot Grigio

Posted on July 11, 2010 by John Galea

I’m not a fan of Pinot Grigio’s. Generally I find them thin, with not a lot going on. They can be great on a patio in the heat. Light refreshing and can hit the spot. So given the latest heat wave I bought this one. I quite enjoy theiir Chianit which I have previously written up so I thought I would give this one a try. Pale in color mild on the nose. The mid pallet is quite non-descript, thin with not a lot going on. The finish is on the lighter side of medium and is dominated by a green apple tartness. Not strong, not overwhelming but dominant. I was disappointed by this wine and would not buy it again. I would give it an 87 or so.

From the LCBO web site:
GABBIANO PINOT GRIGIO LCBO 77990 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 12.85
Wine, White Wine 12.5% Alcohol/Vol.

Made in: Venezie, Italy By: Castello Di Gabbiano

Tasting Note
Pale yellow colour; aromas of ripe pear, citrus with tropical notes; dry, light bodied, with citrus, mineral and apple flavours; medium long finish.

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Jackson-Triggs 2007 Delaine Vineyard Merlot

Posted on June 25, 2010 by John Galea

My regular readers know I am hung up on a narrow definition of what I think a Merlot ought to taste like. Sometimes I am able to decouple from that and just enjoy the wine. To enjoy this one you are going to have to do that. The wine bears no resemblance to a Merlot for me. Not on the nose, mid pallet or the finish. Now that we have that ought of the way … the wine is deep in color. On the nose are some reasonably nice cab like smells. Black fruits, some cherries etc. On the mid pallet are some nice rich black fruits to match the nose and again some cherries. On the finish the wine has some nice tannins, some pucker power and a dryness that builds in the mouth. I would even go so far as to say chaulkyness. It was pointed out by one of the folks I was chatting with while tasting it, and she was right. Thanks Ellie. All in all this is an interesting wine. I enjoyed it. I would give it an 88-89 or so. Unfortunately it is not in the LCBO so a trip out to the winery will have to be endured!

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Henry of Pelham 2007 Chardonnay Speck Family Reserve

Posted on June 24, 2010 by John Galea

Another wine from the Sip and Savour wine event this wine is light in color mild on the nose. On the mid pallet are some subtle chard flavors. This is a smooth well balanced middle of the road chard. It won’t overwhelm you and would be very food friendly. It’s on the lighter side of medium on the finish. I would give this one an 88, another great patio wine. Now, for the price ($35) I think there are much better wines out there, but it is a tasty Chard …

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MONTES CLASSIC SERIES SAUVIGNON BLANC 2009

Posted on June 22, 2010 by John Galea

I’ve been on a roll with great Chilean Sauv blancs. Sadly this one breaks the role. The wine is pale in color very mild on the nose. The wine has some strong green flavors and some tartness (not quite bitter) on the finish. This wine is not horrible, but not to my tastes. There are better wines with more complex flavors and a better finish. The wine is reasonably food friendly but the flavor is just not there. I bought this one on a flyer with no research. I would give it an 86 or so. For me they missed the mark.

From the LCBO web site:
MONTES CLASSIC SERIES SAUVIGNON BLANC LCBO 159954 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 12.95
Wine 13.5% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: Chile, Chile By: Montes S.A.

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Chateau Des Charmes 2008 GAMAY NOIR DROIT

Posted on June 20, 2010 by John Galea

Another wine from the Sip and Savour event. The grape is a clone of the Gamay Noir. The wine is dark in color (darker than you would expect) with an earty/herb nose. The nose was more like a Pinot Noir. On the mid pallet are some nice dark fruits coming through. More going on than a typical Gamay. There are some nice cherry, a little bit of sweetness on the mid pallet. It’s slightly dry on the medium finish. I would give it an 88-89. I think I will try and find a bottle of this one for a more in depth tasting. I enjoyed it. One of the highlights of the evening’s wines!

From the LCBO web site:
CH DES CHARMES GAMAY NOIR DROIT VQA LCBO 582353 | 750 mL bottle Price: $ 16.95
Wine, Red Wine 13.5% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1 This is a VQA wine

Made in: Ontario, Canada By: Chateau Des Charmes

Tasting Note
Medium deep red violet colour; aromas of crushed berries, mineral and cocoa; dry, light to medium bodied, fresh black cherry and cranberry, refreshing acidity; a great food wine.

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Mike Weir 2008 Sauv Blanc

Posted on June 18, 2010 by John Galea

Ok, I have to admit it, I don’t like celebrity wines. I’ve ranted about this once or twice and will digress again. Having a celebrity put his or her name on a product is a throw back to the past IMHO. That said I gave this one a try. Creekside use to make the wines for Mike Weir, the person serving this at the Sip and Savour wine event last night tells me that Chateau des Charmes now makes wines for them. Interstingly enough Chateau des Charmes St David Bench Sauv Blanc is one of my favorite Niagara Sauv Blanc. This one from Mike Weir displays some similar tastes. All the usual suspects are present and accounted for, some nice lemon, grass and citrus. The wine is well made with a nice smooth finish. The price on the Mike Weir interestingly enough is exactly the same as the Chateau des Charmes one. So to be honest, I’m not sure why I would bother with the Mike Weir knowing this. None the less I would give it an 88. Very food friendly, refreshing, perfect for the patio!

From the LCBO web site:
MIKE WEIR SAUVIGNON BLANC 2008 VINTAGES 686972 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 15.95
Wine, White Wine 12.5% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : XD

Made in: Ontario, Canada By: Mike Weir Wine Release Date: Nov 21, 2009

Description
This homegrown Savvy features concentrated aromas of mineral, lemon, and grapefruit with clean grassy notes. Refreshing, with hints of ripe tropical and citrus fruit flavours and a racy, crisp finish. Enjoy it as an aperitif or pair it with fish pan-fried in lemon butter.

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