Wine Picks October 6, 2023 | Natalie MacLean: Canada's Best Wine Courses, Tasting Classes, Food Pairings, Expert Reviews

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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.

White Wine

Closson Chase The Brock Chardonnay 2021, Niagara River, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Closson Chase The Brock 2021 Chardonnay is a dry, full-bodied, smooth and delicious Chardonnay produced from grapes sourced from The Brock Vineyard, Niagara River wine region. Fresh, elegant and consistently good with fresh pear, apple, lemon zest, minerally and subtle toasty oak spice flavours harmonious with spot on acidity. So good now through to 2025. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, grilled veal chops, lobster rolls. Drink: 2023 - 2025 20899 13% XD 750 mL $26.00 Score: 91/100. October 2023. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Red Wine

La Crema Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2018, Sonoma Coast, California, United States: A silky, juicy cool climate California Pinot Noir from the Sonoma Coast. Fleshy red cherry and dark spice with a long, silky finish and nervy acidity for seafood, roast chicken and turkey. Medium-bodied and delicious! Pinot Noir food pairings: veal medallions, roasted pork loin, roasted and braised lamb, chicken stuffed with asparagus and goat cheese, venison burgers. Drink: 2019 - 2023 719435 13.9% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 91/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart