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Tawse Winery Inc. Sketches Of Niagara Riesling 2012, V.Q.A., Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada: Incredibly juicy and mouth-watering with seductive aromas and white peach and pear. Dry with a great finish. So balanced. Medium-bodied, no oak. Drink: 2013-2017. 89029 10% M 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. February 15, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Thirty Bench Riesling 2012, V.Q.A., Beamsville Bench, Ontario, Canada: One of the best value white wines on the liquor store shelves! Loaded with white peach and lime blossom aromas and flavours, medium-bodied, mouth-watering and superbly crafted. Pair with seafood and roast chicken. Drink: 2013-2017. 24133 11.10% MD 750 mL  $22.95 Score: 92/100. July 26, 2013 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Coffin Ridge Bone Dry Riesling 2011, V.Q.A., Ontario, Canada: Lovely nose of lemon-lime zest and some flinty stone. Dry and refreshing with terrific acidity for seafood and cream sauces. Medium-bodied and balanced. Great craftsmanship! Drink: 2013-2017. 232744 11.50% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. August 17, 2013 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Kim Crawford East Coast Unoaked Chardonnay 2012, Marlborough, Hawke's Bay, East Coast, New Zealand: Fresh and crisp with no oak. Citrus character from Hawke's Bay combines with tropical fruit from Marlborough. Malolactic fermentation with 7 months on the lees to impart richness and creaminess: gives the impression of oak without the heaviness. Butterscotch notes but still ultra-fresh fruit. Drink: 2013-2016. 991950 14% XD 750 mL  $18.95 Score: 91/100. January 18, 2014 Best Value White Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review
Martín Códax Albarino 2011, D.O., Rías Baixas, Spain: Lovely lemon lift and lime vibrancy throughout this medium-bodied wine. Clean, crisp and refreshing without any heavy oak. Great aperitif or companion to a wide range of dishes. Crisp and clean on the finish. Very nice! Drink: 2012-2015. 984906 13% XD 750 mL  $17.95 Score: 90/100. July 6, 2013 Best Value White Wine. Splendid Salad Wine Full Review
Cygnus U Mes U Fan Tres (1+1=3) Méthode Champenoise Organic Brut Nature, D.O., Cava, Penedès, Spain: Toasty and earthy not fruity. Still refreshing at an exceptional price. Buy by the caseload for holiday parties. Drink: 2013-2015. 352856 11.50% XD 750 mL  $20.95 Score: 91/100. October 12, 2013 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Terrific Turkey Wine Full Review
La Crema Chardonnay 2012, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: Sonoma Coast vineyards enjoy a long, cool growing season due to the moderating influence of the Pacific Ocean, and its fogs and winds that blow inland. This is perfect for slowly ripening grapes to develop complex flavours and nuances without lots of sugar that translates to heavy alcohol. Classic Californian Chardonnay with toast, oak and green apple on the nose. Full-bodied, and generously layered. Generous flavours of pear and peach on the palate with a long, dry finish and a hint of wild white flowers in a spring rain. Perfect for roast chicken or mild curries. This wine is matured in both new and seasoned French and American oak for seven months which rounds out the package with a toasty finish. Drink: 2013-2016. 962886 13.90% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 91/100. November 8, 2014 Top Rated White Wine. Perfect Pasta and Tomato Sauce Wine Full Review
Gallo Family Laguna Vineyard Chardonnay 2009, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California, United States: A rich, creamy chardonnay that was 100% barrel fermented with about 10,000 cases produced of this wine. Loaded with toasted oak, green apple, butterscotch and toasted almond. Balanced and luscious. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2013-2017. 544981 14.40% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 92/100. August 31, 2013 Top Rated White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review
Ghost Pines Zinfandel 2011, California, United States: Enticing aromas of black and purple plums on the nose followed through by gloriously luscious flavours of these same fruits on the palate. Full-bodied and juicy. This wine cries out for any grilled meat on the barbecue. Drink: 2013-2015. 269373 14.90% D 750 mL  $20.75 Score: 91/100. August 3, 2013 Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review

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