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Wine Picks February 10, 2021

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Note: This batch of wine reviews is not part of the bi-weekly Vintages Releases. Instead, it's a collection of wines outside the Vintages section in store (general list) or wines sent to me directly from wineries that may not yet be available in liquor stores. Click on the Winery or Wine Agency link to get more info.

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No Boats on Sunday Cider, Ontario, Canada: A wonderful, zesty Ontario cider made from Ontario apples! Aroma as of green and red apple with some spice on the finish. Perfect for pizza and burgers. 568287 5% MD 500 mL $4.95 Score: 91/100. February 2021. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

Wayne Gretzky Estates Okanagan Cabernet Franc Syrah 2018, Okanagan Valley, BC V.Q.A., Canada: A robust, savoury BC blend of Similkameen and Okanagan Valley Syrah and Cabernet Franc grapes. Aromas of dark fruit and toasty oak. Pair with a rare steak. Drink: 2021 - 2025 13.6% D 750 mL $16.99 Score: 89/100. February 2021. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Wayne Gretzky Estates Okanagan Cabernet Franc Syrah 2019, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada: A full-bodied, velvet-smooth BC red wine blend of Cabernet Franc and Syrah. Aromas of dark fruit and smoke. Pair with grilled meats. Drink: 2021 - 2025 13.6% D 750 mL $16.99 Score: 90/100. February 2021. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rosés

Xoxo Botanicals Strawberry Hibiscus, Ontario, Canada: A terrific strawberry/hibiscus-flavoured wine! So pretty and vibrant with notes of fresh strawberries, field berries and hibiscus. Lovely on it's own as a chilled aperitif or create your own cocktail. 6% M 750 mL $10.95 Score: 89/100. February 2021. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Gray Monk Estate Winery Odyssey Brut White Sparkling Wine 2018, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely, vibrant BC sparkling wine with aromas of lime zest and Granny Smith apple. The Odyssey White Brut is an aromatic blend of Riesling, Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay Musque grapes. Perfect for seafood and shellfish. Drink: 2020 - 2023 711218 11.3% D 750 mL $26.00 Score: 92/100. February 2021. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Sandhill Sovereign Opal 2019, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada: A wonderfully aromatic white wine blend from BC. This medium-bodied, off-dry wine is bursting with notes of lychee and fresh meadow flowers. Perfect as an aperitif or companion to seafood. Drink: 2020 - 2022 11% M 750 mL $17.00 Score: 90/100. February 2021. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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