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Wine Review: Domaine Sébastien Magnien, Vieilles Vignes, Hautes Côtes De Beaune 2017

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Domaine Sébastien Magnien, Vieilles Vignes, Hautes Côtes De Beaune 2017 This old-vine Burgundy calls for wine tasting on a Vintage Boat on a beautiful summer day in Ontario! Tasting Notes: This Pinot Noir is made from the fruit of a single vineyard (La Dalignère); is richer and more powerful than Sebastien’s other Hautes Côtes wines. […]

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Wine Review: Franck Millet Sancerre Blanc

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Tasting Notes: This nervy wine comes from Bué, one of the top villages of Sancerre, which is grown in limestone-clay soil and reflects the unique terroir of the region. Powerful nose with lots of aromatic qualities developing over a period of time. Tangy with mineral texture, and offering lime flavors, displaying a surprising suppleness and

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Spring has finally arrived and so has the arrival of Sperling Vineyards “Spring Releases”

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This vintage marks the third year of certified organic wines from Sperling Vineyards. Sperling Vineyards is British Columbia’s oldest heritage vineyard, and home of Canada’s leading organic and biodynamic winegrower Ann Sperling. Ann Sperling and her family are pioneers, first in the history of agriculture in the Kelowna region, and in both biodynamic and organic

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Wine Review: Champagne Gosset Grand Reserve Brut NV

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The “Grande Reserve” is a mix of three vintages, with a blend of the three standard grape varieties: Chardonnay 45%, Pinot Noir 45%, and Pinot Meunier. Vineyard Sources: Aÿ, Bouzy, Ambonnay, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Villers-Marmery The wine does not go through a malolactic fermentation, which is typical of the house style. Tasting Notes This cuvée sums

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Wine Review: Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1989

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Wine Review: Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1989 First Growth. Premier Grand Cru Classe in 1973 Special Occasion – celebrating a family member’s one-year anniversary. It’s a lovely Pauillac that has reached its plateau of maturity; notably dark ruby in colour; It has an engaging cedar and tobacco bouquet with hints of mint; not much fruit concentration; the

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Wine Review: Pierre Amadieu Gigondas Le pas de L’Aigle, 2013

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Varietal/s: Grenache, Syrah   Region: Gigondas, France Producer: Pierre Amadieu  Alcohol: 14.5% Character: Rich and intense Vintage: 2013 Pierre Amadieu Gigondas Le pas de L’Aigle has a deep ruby color; it exudes aromas of black raspberry, plum and spicecake; on the palate red and dark berry flavors, with some pepper notes are framed by supple tannins that

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Wine Review: Fleur Du Cap 2016 Bergkelder Selection Chardonnay

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Varietal: Chardonnay (100%) Region: Western Cape, South Africa Producer: Bergkelder Ltd. Alcohol: 13.6% This lush offering is medium-bodied, brilliantly clear with light straw hues; boasts fresh citrus notes on the nose followed by hints of tropical fruit, revealing hints of oak and spice, which unveils right through on the taste; a beautiful balance between sweetness

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Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay 2015  – Wine Review

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Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay 2015   Wine Review Lush tropical fruit integrated with some citrus notes. These flavors are carried through to the palate with some hints of vanilla spice to round out the long, lingering finish. Recommended Food Pairings: White meats, brie, goat cheese, parmesan, butter and cream sauces. Notes: America’s #1 selling Chardonnay

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Southbrook Triomphe Chardonnay 2015 [Niagara] – Wine Review

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Southbrook Triomphe Chardonnay 2015 [Niagara]  Wine Review Aromas of orchard blossoms and fruit, with hints of dark earth and integrated oak. Shows elegance on the palate with creamy orchard fruits (apple and pear), seamless spice with a tangy lengthy finish. Recommended Food Pairings: Bloomy-rind cheeses, creamy seafood, roasted chicken and roast pork with apples. Tip:

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Wine Review: 2014 La Crema Willamette Pinot Noir

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2014 La Crema Willamette Pinot Noir   Varietal:  Pinot Noir (100%) Region:  Williamette Valley, Oregon, USA Winery:  La Crema/Jackson Wine Estates International Review by Liz Palmer liz-palmer.com – November 27 2016 Rating: 90 points This lush offering is a medium-bodied, satin-smooth Oregonian Pinot Noir that has classic aromas of fleshy ripe cherry and berry in a delicate frame

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