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The Formula Robert's

Small Gully The Formula Robert's Shiraz 2020

South Australia, Australia
7 hours, 7 minutes ago

Lori scored this wine: 89/100

Full bodied almost opaque in colour. Ripasso style with almost 16% alcohol. Smoke, black pepper and ripe cherry on the nose. Some heat from the alcohol that overpowers the palate. A decant might help! A big bbq wine. Tasted June 8/2026

Vasanti Estate Winery Cabernet Franc 2022

Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada
7 hours, 17 minutes ago

Lori scored this wine: 91/100

Deep Garnet - almost purple in the glass. Very aromatic - blackberry, mint and smoke. Full bodied and delicious! Black cherry, smooth tannins and balanced acidity. Paired with some charcuterie and washed rind cheese! Tasted June 8/2026

Pink Twisted

Flat Rock Pink Twisted Rosé 2025

Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada
7 hours, 28 minutes ago

Lori scored this wine: 89/100

Pink Twisted is an appropriate name - the colour in the glass has this gorgeous pink hue! Fresh strawberry aromas. Crisp and acidic with strawberry and fresh cherry flowing through on the palate! Delightful Rosé for the summer patio! Tasted June 8/2026

Estate

Westcott Vineyards Estate Chardonnay 2021

Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada
7 hours, 50 minutes ago

Lori scored this wine: 90/100

Brilliant gold in the glass. Aromas of lemon, pear and subtle oak. Soft mouthfeel and integrated oak. Very balanced fruit and acidity. Long finish. Paired with a French semi-soft creamy cheese and they complimented each other nicely. Tasted June 8/2026

Columbia Valley Collection

Hester Creek Estate Winery Columbia Valley Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2024

Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada
8 hours, 7 minutes ago

Lori scored this wine: 89/100

A lovely BC Sauvignon Blanc with typical notes of gooseberry and citrus. Crisp, mouthwatering and a nice citrus finish! Tasted with some goat cheese which was the perfect pairing. Tasted June 8/2026

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Memorable Wine

Tignanello - Marchesi Antinori

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First Wine

Chardonnay - what else!

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Unusual Wine Experience

VinItaly 2013 - 3 days with over 4,000 Italian wineries in one location!

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Current Fav Wine

Anything Italian

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