Values Wine Picks October 2, 2009

by Natalie MacLean


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Note: I publish batches of reviews that I call Good Values Wine Picks. These are from the regular section of the liquor store rather than the Vintages section, and tend to be lower priced and the most widely available of all wines. The last four reviews I did were: March 7, January 4, December 16 and November 20.

[ Compress ] White Wine

Wolf Blass Yellow Label Riesling 2008, Barossa Valley, Australia: A refreshing, mouth-watering bone-dry Riesling with zippy, vibrant notes of limes and green apples. A lovely underlay of flint and slate minerality. Not fruit-forward or cloying in any sense. Terrific!  505370  12%  D  750 mL  $14.95  Score: 88/100. October 2, 2009
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Inniskillin Wines Chardonnay Reserve 2007, V.Q.A. Okanagan Valley, Canada: Enticing smoky buttered notes on the nose with ripe Asian pear, vanilla and almond on the palate. Full-bodied and richly layered. Drink: 2009-2012.  127696  14%  D  750 mL  $14.95  Score: 88/100. October 2, 2009
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Calamus Estate Winery Pinot Gris 2008, Niagara Escarpment, Canada: Light and refreshing with notes of white melon, lime and grapefruit. Terrific aperitif. Drink: 2009-2010.  202  12.20%  MD  750 mL  $15.20  Score: 88/100. October 2, 2009
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Inniskillin Wines Riesling Reserve 2008, V.Q.A. Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada: Lime-fresh zest with mouth-watering notes of green apples and pink grapefruit. Terrific aperitif. Drink: 2009-2012.  32045  11.50%  D  750 mL  $14.45  Score: 87/100. October 2, 2009
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Inniskillin Wines Chardonnay Varietal Series 2007, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada Natalie has not yet reviewed this wine. It's listed here for your convenience so that you can find it easily in your local liquor store. Drink: 2009-2012.  66266  13%  D  750 mL  $10.95. October 2, 2009
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Inniskillin Wines Riesling-Varietal Series 2008, V.Q.A. Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada: Light and carefree with pleasant notes of grapefruit and lime. Drink: 2009-2011.  83790  10.50%  D  750 mL  $12.25  Score: 86/100. October 2, 2009
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Vigne dei Mastri Chiara 2007, DOC Monferrato, Italy: Very similar to Pinot Grigio: refreshing, zesty and brimming with notes of green melon, fresh white flowers and lime. Light and lovely: great aperitif.  301175  12%  D  750 mL  $30.95  Score: 87/100. October 2, 2009
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Mount Cass Sauvignon Blanc 2008, Waipara Valley, New Zealand: Herbal grassy goodness in this zesty Sauvignon Blanc. Refreshing acidic attack with mouth-watering flavors to the finish. Terrific aperitif or companion to many dishes.  294420  12.50%  D  750 mL  $21.95  Score: 89/100. October 2, 2009
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Mount Cass Riesling 2007, Waipara Valley, New Zealand: Gorgeous, bone-dry Riesling with aromas of fresh lime, lemongrass and chives. A green melon-infused finish. Lovely! Drink: 2009-2011.  9419599234597  11%  D  750 mL  $21.95  Score: 90/100. October 2, 2009
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Mount Cass Chardonnay 2006, Waipara Valley, New Zealand: I adore this style of Chardonnay! It's buttery and generous but balanced with a lovely streak of acidity. Enticing notes of hazelnut, green apples and ripe pear.  9419599234665  13.50%  D  750 mL  $21.95  Score: 90/100. October 2, 2009
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[ Compress ] Red Wine

Organic One The BillabongVineyard,Jerilderie Shiraz 2007, NSW, Australia: Juicy plums and ripe blackberries waft out from the glass in this supple, full-bodied organic Shiraz that has a good grip on the finish. Closed with a screwcap.  149401  13%  D  750 mL  $20.00  Score: 87/100. October 2, 2009
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Inniskillin Wines Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 2006, V.Q.A. Okanagan Valley, Canada: A mouth-watering and balanced red with gorgeous notes of blackberry, black plum and a dark spices. Full-bodied and supple. Lovely! Drink: 2009-2015.  126672  14%  D  750 mL  $18.95  Score: 90/100. October 2, 2009
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Calamus Estate Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, Niagara Escarpment, Canada: Redolent of blackberry, cassis and blackcurrant. Round and smooth and full-bodied with a peppery finish. Drink: 2009-2011.  127  12.60%  D  750 mL  $23.20  Score: 89/100. October 2, 2009
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Calamus Estate Winery Cabernet Franc 2007, Niagara Escarpment, Canada: A pleasant wine with notes of dark berries. Full-bodied and tasty. Drink: 2009-2014.  141  12.80%  D  750 mL  $18.20  Score: 86/100. October 2, 2009
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Calamus Estate Winery Calamus Red 2007, Niagara Escarpment, Canada: Juicy and vibrant, this red brims with tasty notes of dark plums and berries. Supple texture with a nice length on the finish. Drink: 2009-2013.  189  12.10%  D  750 mL  $16.20  Score: 89/100. October 2, 2009
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Inniskillin Wines Cabernet Franc 2007, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada: Supple and full-bodied with lovely dark berries and mocha-layered goodness. Drink: 2009-2013.  317016  12.50%  D  750 mL  $13.50  Score: 88/100. October 2, 2009
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Vignoble Faytout Haut Lucas 2006, AOC Cotes-de-Castillon, France: A robust and rustic red with tasty notes of black plums and cedar. Balanced and full-bodied. decant for 1-2 hours.  298371  12.50%  D  750 mL  $15.95  Score: 86/100. October 2, 2009
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Vignoble Faytout Château Puisseguin 2006, AOC Puisseguin Saint-Emilion, France: A medium-bodied silky-textured red with pleasantly tart, vibrant cherry notes with some cranberry and red currant on the finish. Drink: 2009-2012.  3530030301060  12.50%  D  750 mL  $19.95  Score: 87/100. October 2, 2009
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J Drouhin Pinot Noir/Cote De Beaune-Village 2006, France: A lovely Pinot with notes of tart cherry, beetroot and fresh earth. Classic Old World style with generous length and a polished texture.  47845  13%  D  750 mL  $19.85  Score: 89/100. October 2, 2009
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Vigne dei Mastri Marcello 2007, DOC Monferrato, Italy: Vibrant, juicy and tasty: love it! Very aromatic with notes of black cherry and raspberry. Drink: 2009-2012.  301183  13.50%  D  750 mL  $32.95  Score: 90/100. October 2, 2009
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Torres Penedes Cabernet Sauvignon/Gran Coronas 2006, Catalunya, Spain: A rich and deeply layered red with gorgeous notes of black plum, blackberry and mocha. Some dark pepper and spices with a coffee-infused finish. Part of the Vintages Essentials Collection. Superb! Drink: 2009-2016.  36483  13.50%  D  750 mL  $18.95  Score: 91/100. October 2, 2009
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