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Wine Picks March 28, 2011

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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.

Red Wine

Liberty School Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, California, United States: This terrific Cabernet, so well-structured and tasty, is an excellent value. Aromas of black cherries and blackberries waft from the glass with an undertone of dark spices. A robust, concentrated and richly layered wine. Food matches: filet mignon. Drink: 2010 - 2014 738823 13.5% XD 750 mL $23.95 Score: 89/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rocca Delle Macìe Chianti Classico 2005, Tuscany, Italy: Juicy with tart cherry notes. This wine was aged in oak for 12 months before bottling. A smoky raspberry finish on the full-bodied red. Drink: 2011 - 2014 741769 13% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Ravenswood Belloni Zinfandel 2007, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, United States: Black cherry liqueur with decadent richness and berry juiciness in this full-bodied red. Classically made Zinfandel. Zinfandel food pairings: pizza, hamburgers. Drink: 2010 - 2017 672741 14.8% XD 750 mL $44.95 Score: 92/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Henry of Pelham Winery VQA Niagara Peninsula Merlot 2007, Niagara Escarpment, Canada: Rich and round with black plums and a satin texture. Medium- to full-bodied with fleshy blackberries o the finish. Perfect for movie night. Merlot food pairings: roasted red meats with simple sauces and young, firm textured cheeses. Drink: 2010 - 2012 91165 13.7% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rocca Delle Macìe Chianti Vernaiolo 2009, Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy: Juicy with ripe black plums, berries and dark spices. Some pepper on the nose. Full-bodied, tasty and good value for the price point. Chianti Vernaiolo food pairings: roasts, grilled meats, game and full-flavoured dishes. Drink: 2011 - 2013 269589 13% D 750 mL $13.95 Score: 86/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Robert Oatley Vineyards James Oatley Tic Tok Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Mudgee & Frankland River, Australia: Lovely nose of dark, fleshy blackberries, smoke and a hint of mint. Good, balanced acidity for food. Smooth and full-bodied. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: pasta with tomato sauce, sauces with mushrooms, BBQ beef, stews, braised meats and poultry, salami. Drink: 2011 - 2014 187179 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Blasted Church Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot 2008, Okanagan Valley, BC V.Q.A., Canada: Balanced and elegant Cab-Merlot, rather than the full-throttle style. Lovely rich roundness with cassis and savoury blackberry notes. Good length and depth with dried tobacco on the finish. Drink: 2011 - 2017 734541 13.9% D 750 mL $25.99 Score: 89/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Full Press Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada: A savoury, full-bodied red with attractive aromas of cassis and blackberry. Smooth on the palate. Great for potluck gatherings. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled steak, rib roast, lamb shank, pork loin and venison stew. 219949 13% MD 750 mL $11.95 Score: 85/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Full Press Winery Merlot, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada: Full-bodied and smooth, this red is bursting with black plums and blackcurrant. Crack one open on movie night. Merlot food pairings: beef and lamb dishes, roast duck, hearty red-sauce pastas, earthy pizzas. 219931 12.5% MD 750 mL $11.95 Score: 85/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Blasted Church Vineyards Syrah 2008, Okanagan Valley BC V.Q.A., Canada: Gorgeous chocolate-mocha, dark-fruited nose followed by loads of casis, black cherry, dried tobacco and plum on the palate. This crimson, robust, smooth wine needs food, and will get along with many hearty dishes. There's 7% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Viognier in the blend for extra complexity and nuance. Syrah food pairings: BBQ brisket, leg of lamb, turkey. Drink: 2011 - 2014 37531 12.6% D 750 mL $25.99 Score: 91/100. March 2011. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Linden Bay Winery Cabernet Merlot, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada: Plush and ultra-smooth with lovely dark plum and berry aromas. A superb party wine or one to enjoy with just a few friends. Fantastic price. Cabernet Merlot food pairings: beef, lamb, and pasta dishes. 212142 13% MD 750 mL $10.95 Score: 86/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Kacaba Vineyards Meritage 2006, Niagara, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Purple and juicy with mouth-watering, full-bodied goodness. Perfect for pizza night. 101477 12.5% D 750 mL $16.95 Score: 86/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Inniskillin Merlot 2007, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Smooth and medium- to full-bodied with black plums. Smoky finish. Perfect smooth jazz wine. Drink: 2010 - 2013 188177 13% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 86/100. March 2011. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Mission Hill Family Estate Five Vineyards Cabernet Merlot 2008, V.Q.A., Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada: Smooth with a medium- to full-bodied weight. Fleshy ripe plums and blackberries with a smoky finish. Bring this bottle to your next potluck gathering. 145102 13% D 750 mL $16.45 Score: 86/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

San Pedro 35 South Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Chile, Chile: Love it! Rich, robust and blackberry-rich. Layers of lap-it-up black fruit flavour. Full-bodied and so smooth. Amazing party wine, especially at this price. Wow. 170019 14% D 750 mL $12.95 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Trivento Tribu Syrah 2010, Mendoza, Argentina: You can't beat this price, wow. Blackberry and herbal-cedar notes. Full-bodied and smooth. Don't analyze it, drink it. 145292 13% XD 750 mL $8.95 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Bolla Fratelli Bolla S.P.A. Amarone Della Valpolicella 2006, Veneto, Italy: This doesn't taste like 15% alcohol: very balanced and elegant with rich, red and dark red berries and fruit. Smooth and balanced. Bring on any Italian dish. Drink: 2010 - 2019 491852 14.5% D 750 mL $36.95 Score: 92/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Negrar Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2007, Veneto, Italy: Juicy, full-bodied and loaded with black fruit goodness. Some tangy sundried tomatoes dance along the background yielding to supreme satisfaction. This is such a superbly well-made wine. 44784 14.5% XD 750 mL $36.35 Score: 90/100. March 2011. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Flat Roof Manor The Cats Whiskers Distillers Corporation Limited Merlot 2009, South Africa, South Africa: Simple, juicy, medium-bodied with purple plums. 129874 14% D 750 mL $10.95 Score: 84/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Villa Maria Private Bin Pinot Noir 2008, New Zealand, New Zealand: Juicy and vibrant with tart cherries and mouth-watering acidity. Great food companion, from salmon to roast chicken. 146548 13.5% D 750 mL $16.65 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

De Bortoli Deen Vat 10 Pinot Noir 2008, South East, Australia: Minty, medicinal with fleshy cherries. Medium-bodied and supple. Great price. Pinot Noir food pairings: gourmet burgers. 61622 12.5% D 750 mL $13.05 Score: 86/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Flying Kiwi St Helena Wine Estate Pinot Noir 2009, South Island, New Zealand: Sweet cherry fruit with a smooth, supple texture. Juicy and generous: keeps on giving in the glass. 184572 13.5% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Georges Duboeuf George Duboeuf Pinot Noir 2009, Languedoc, France: Mocha-dark-chocolate rich with fleshy cherries and berries. Smooth, supple, and medium-bodied. Lovely sipping wine that will take you through an entire evening. 184069 13% D 750 mL $11.95 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Casa Lapostolle Carmenere 2008, Chile, Chile: Dark-chocolate and mocha mingle on the nose followed by fleshy ripe blackberries and smoke. Superbly made for this price point. Carmenere food pairings: grilled steak, lamb. 168740 13.5% D 750 mL $16.05 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Wolf Blass Grey Label Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz 2007, Langhorne Creek, Australia: Deserves every penny of this not so inexpensive price point. Common splurge and enjoy yourself: aren't you worth it? Deep, brooding aromas of black fruit, smoke and fleshy plums. Bring it on! Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz food pairings: buffalo steak, angus beef, game, saddle of lamb chops, grilled lamb chops with olive oil drizzled over feta cheese. 470120 14% D 750 mL $35.00 Score: 90/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cousino-Macul Antiguas Reservas Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Maipo Valley, Chile: An amazing value on the liquor store shelf! Full-bodied and smooth with classic aromas of cassis, blackberry and blackcurrant. A nice smoky finish. 212993 14% D 750 mL $15.45 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Xplorador Concha Y Toro Carmenere 2009, Chile, Chile: Herbal and cedary with black plums. Full-bodied and smooth. Don't analyze it; drink it! 177816 13.5% D 750 mL $9.95 Score: 84/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Santa Carolina Reserva Merlot 2009, Chile, Chile: Lovely richness and depth, and a price that is a steal. Full-bodied and smooth. Crack one (or three) open at your next pizza night or get together with friends who understand you. Merlot food pairings: bbq spareribs, grilled steak, prime rib. 324590 13.5% D 750 mL $12.95 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Trove Winery Shiraz Malbec 2006, Oliver, Bc, Canada: A velvet-smooth jazz wine with dark fruit aromas. Medium- to full-bodied. This wine will please many palates: great for parties. Shiraz Malbec food pairings: peppered salami, tangy cheese. 45146 13.9% D 750 mL $18.95 Score: 85/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Saltram Wine Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, South Australia, Australia: Smoky black cherry liqueur with full-bodied power and concentration. Generous oak weaves through ripe blackberries and blackcurrant. A mocha-infused finish leaves you longing for more. Good structure and length. Decant for 1-2 hours. 48579 15.5% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Stags' Leap Winery Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, California, United States: A stunning red of great complexity and flavour! Aromas of ripe blackberries mingle with cedar. Great length, depth, balance and savoury character. This would make a superb dinner party wine, but don't just save it for then. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: filet mignon, prime rib. Drink: 2011 - 2016 142844 14.5% D 750 mL $125.95 Score: 94/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Nicolas Laloux Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada: Smooth and pleasant with a medium- to full-bodied weight. Great price for this sipper. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: hard cheeses, grilled meats and roasted chicken. 197996 12.5% MD 750 mL $8.95 Score: 84/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Beringer Bancroft Ranch Merlot 2005, Howell Mountain, California, United States: Hands-down a gorgeous wine! Loaded with aromas of coffee, black cherry, fleshy dark plum and dark spices. Superb structure, balance and length with polished, silky tannins and mouth-feel. This one will keep in the cellar for a quite a while, if you can bear to wait. Drink: 2011 - 2016 34097 14% XD 750 mL $69.95 Score: 94/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Township 7 Vineyards & Winery Okanagan Oliver Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, Okanagan Valley, V.Q.A., Canada: Solid structure and terrific balance with chewy dark fruit. Good grip on this well-crafted wine. Seductive aromas of black cherries and blackberries. Bring it on! Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: grilled ribeye steak, gouda or parmesan cheese, roasted wild game. Drink: 2011 - 2015 726315 14.5% XD 750 mL $19.99 Score: 89/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Township 7 Vineyards & Winery Okanagan Oliver, Okanagan Falls, Cawston Reserve 7 Meritage 2007, Okanagan Valley, B.C., Canada: Dark and brooding with black cherry, mocha and anise on the nose. Simmering and sensual. This wine could age at least five years more. Terrific for dinner parties. Reserve 7 Meritage food pairings: grilled beef, roasted lamb, full-flavoured cheeses such as a sharp blue, aged cheddar or Manchego. Drink: 2011 - 2017 114546 13.7% XD 750 mL $34.99 Score: 89/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Wolf Blass Yellow Label Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, South Australia, Australia: The grapes for this wine from the South Australian regions of South Australia, Langhorne Creek, Limestone Coast, Barossa and McLaren Vale. This is a solid and consistent producer who creates some of the most popular wines in the liquor store. In this Cabernet, there are aromas of blackberries and cassis with a smoky oak finish. Full-bodied and smooth, ready to drink now. Drink: 2011 - 2014 251876 13.5% 750 mL $17.95 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

HobNob Wine Company Merlot 2010, Languedoc, France: A rich, robust, smooth red with aromas of black plums and blackberries. Supple and delicious: terrific for this price point! Merlot food pairings: marinara sauces, filet mignon, roast veal. Drink: 2011 - 2014 184077 13.5% 750 mL $11.95 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Marchesi de Frescobaldi Remole 2009, Tuscany, Italy: A medium-bodied red with a good grip and mouth-watering acidity for a variety of dishes. Aromas of dark cherries. Great price. Remole food pairings: lasagna, cheese pizza, cured meats, sausage. Drink: 2011 - 2013 105429 12.5% D 750 mL $12.45 Score: 86/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Cantina Di Negrar Valpolicella Classico 2008, Veneto, Italy: Juicy and mouth-watering with dark red fruit aromas and a lovely weave of toasty oak throughout. The finish is infused with ripe dark cherries. Yum! Valpolicella Classico food pairings: cold cuts, meat lovers' pizza, roast beef. Drink: 2011 - 2015 8334 12% D 750 mL $16.00 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Township 7 Vineyards & Winery Okanagan Oliver and Osoyoos Syrah 2007, Okanagan Valley, V.Q.A., Canada: Divine! This wine is the essence of supple and all that luxurious word embodies. Full-bodied weight with excellent length and depth, this Syrah has enticing aromas of black cherry and raspberry, dark spices, and clove. From dinner parties to gifts, this wine will do you proud. Syrah food pairings: wild game, roasted lamb, creamy pastas, and sheep’s milk cheeses. Drink: 2011 - 2014 37523 14.5% XD 750 mL $24.99 Score: 92/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Robert Mondavi Winery Woodbridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, California, United States: Terrific for this price point! Opens with mouth-filling dark fruit and coffee aromas. Full-bodied but supple with a lick of blackcurrant on the finish. Comfort in a glass. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: pepper steak, prime rib. Drink: 2011 - 2014 48611 13.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Robert Mondavi Winery Pinot Noir 2009, California, United States: Full-bodied with a river of cherry liqueur pleasure running through the heart of it. Some violets and smoky vanilla wrap up this tasty package. Start a fire, put on the relaxing music and kick off those shoes ... Pinot Noir food pairings: grilled salmon, herb-roasted chicken, baked ham, or lighter pork dishes. Drink: 2011 - 2015 465435 13.5% XD 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Linden Bay Winery Merlot, Niagara Falls, Canada: Peppered black plums with a smooth, full-bodied texture and weight. Mouth-filling and tasty. Great for backyard barbecues. Merlot food pairings: beef and lamb dishes, roast duck, mushroom and black olive pizza, and soft ripening cheese. Drink: 2011 - 2012 988365 13% MD 750 mL $10.95 Score: 86/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Hardys Butcher's Gold Shiraz Sangiovese 2009, South Australia, Australia: A terrific, full-bodied red with mouth-watering savoury notes that make it extra food-friendly, especially with hearty dishes and tomato sauces. A black-cherry-infused finish. Gets my vote! Shiraz Sangiovese food pairings: pan-fried veal cutlets with oven roasted beets, kipfler potatoes, and whole shallots with mushroom and gardlic reduction. Drink: 2011 - 2014 219139 14.5% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Hardys Bankside Shiraz 2009, South Australia, Australia: Ultra-ripe plums and blackberries wrapped around a core of dark hedonism. Muscular and robust, yet succulent and smooth. Perfect for action movies where the hero is also sensitive. Shiraz food pairings: bistro beef steak with roasted vegetables. Drink: 2011 - 2014 436022 14% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fontanafredda Briccontondo Barbera 2009, Piemonte Doc, Italy: Earthy with tart cherries and mouth-watering acidity. Not tannic, great food wine. Packed with blackberries and black cherries with some spices on the finish. Bring it on! Barbera food pairings: pizza, pasta with tomato-based sauces, meat dishes. Drink: 2011 - 2014 72348 13.5% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Fontanafredda Barolo 2005, Piedmont Docg, Italy: Not too heavy, but loaded with black fruit flavour and some tarry notes. Supple and full-bodied with dried herbs. Barolo food pairings: red meats, especially braised or roasted served with a rich red wine reduction, hard cheeses such as pecorino and parmesan, the older the better, quality dark chocolate. Drink: 2011 - 2015 20214 14% XD 750 mL $30.15 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Tedeschi Classico Amarone Delle Valpolicella 2006, Docg Veneto, Italy: A corpulent, full-bodied red that floods the senses with rich, earthy aromas and black cherry liqueur notes. This singular sensation wafts out of the glass and comes more than half way to meet you with all its pleasure. Amarone Delle Valpolicella food pairings: braised meats or mushroom sauce , lamb, grilled with spices or cheese, especially aged, creamy and strongly flavoured. Drink: 2011 - 2015 433417 15.4% D 750 mL $39.95 Score: 92/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Robert Oatley Vineyards James Oatley Tic Tok Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Mudgee & Frankland River, Australia: A robust, smoky Australian red wine from a reputable and consistent producer. Classic Cabernet aromas of cassis and blackberry. Pair with meat lovers' pizza. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: pasta with tomato sauce, sauces with mushrooms, BBQ beef, stews, braised meats and poultry, salami. Drink: 2011 - 2014 187179 14% D 750 mL $15.95 Score: 89/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rosés

Blasted Church Vineyards Rose 2009, Okanagan Valley V.Q.A., Canada: Lovely and refreshing with light, aromatic notes of field berries, lime blossom and flowers. Crisp and dry. This wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (45%), Gamay (31%), Petit Verdot (14%), Marchechal Foch (5%) and Chardonnay Musque (5%). Rose food pairings: salmon, pate, chicken sandwich, bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin, salad nicoise. Drink: 2011 - 2013 711622 13.3% D 750 mL $17.99 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Cono Sur Sparkling Brut Sparkling White, Bio Bio Valley, Chile: This delightful bubbly is a blend of Chardonnay 90%, Pinot Noir 6% and Riesling 4%. Lovely aromas of green apples with a toasty, creamy texture. Simply stunning for the money. Great aperitif. Stock up for all your celebrations and parties with this one. Sparkling White food pairings: scallops, pan seared calamari and pastas in light cream sauces. Drink: 2011 - 2014 215079 12% MD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Distilleria Bottega Il Vino Dell'amore Petalo Moscato Sparkling, Veneto, Italy: Light and fun with some summery sweetness. Notes of rose petals and field raspberries. Moscato Sparkling food pairings: desserts or fresh fruits. Drink: 2011 - 2012 588780 6.5% MD 750 mL $13.40 Score: 85/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

White Wine

Coopers Creek Vineyard Silver Point Sauvignon Blanc 2009, New Zealand, New Zealand: Lovely, zesty Sauvignon Blanc with aromas of lime, chives and fresh herbs. Not grassy. Lovely bite, incredible price. Terrific, mouth-watering aperitif. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: seafood dishes, especially mussels, oysters and squid. Drink: 2011 - 2013 187013 13% 750 mL $12.95 Score: 89/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Road 13 Vineyards Jackpot Gully Vineyard Riesling 2009, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada: Lovely lime-alive acidity and mouth-watering refreshment! Some petrol (that's a good thing) with a lemon-infused finish. Superb craftsmanship! Riesling food pairings: spicy Thai curry, seared scallops, blue cheese. Drink: 2010 - 2015 626990081395 13.3% D 750 mL $29.99 Score: 91/100. March 2011. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Nicolas Laloux Winery Sauvignon Blanc, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada: Refreshing white melon aromas. Pleasant aperitif at a good price. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: fresh goat cheese, tomato-based dishes, turkey, salads. 198002 12.5% MD 750 mL $8.95 Score: 84/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Blasted Church Vineyards Gewurztraminer 2009, Okanagan Valley V.Q.A., Canada: Drop-dead decadent! Perfectly pitched gewurztrainer with classic aromas of rose petal, lychee and sunlit happiness. More! Gewurztraminer food pairings: Asian, Indian and Thai fare, curries. Drink: 2011 - 2014 711200 14.4% M 750 mL $16.99 Score: 91/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Full Press Winery Chardonnay, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada: Cream, rich and terrific! Full-bodied and robust with generous layers of green apple and vanilla smoke aromas and flavours. Incredible for the money! Chardonnay food pairings: crab cakes, grilled fish, roast chicken, pork chops, fettuccini alfredo. 219923 12.5% MD 750 mL $11.95 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Linden Bay Winery Pinot Grigio, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada: Dry and refreshing with lemon-lime notes and white grapefruit. No heavy oak or alcohol. Perfect for the deck or dock. Pinot Grigio food pairings: salad, shellfish, sushi, light seafood and poultry dishes, spicy Asian cuisine. 212134 12% MD 750 mL $10.95 Score: 85/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Malivoire Wine Company White Chardonnay Riesling Gewurztraminer 2008, V.Q.A., Niagara, Ontario, Canada: Floral, vibrant and delightful! This refreshing white if a lovely blend of three grapes. Terrific as an aperitif or a companion to salads, seafood and vegetarian. My fav though is to drink it with cheese or veggie lover pizza… oh yum. 141531 12% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Trius Dry Riesling 2009, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Love this style of riesling: bone-dry, mouth-watering acidity with some petrol notes (good thing) and white peach on the nose. Will whet your appetite with gushing juiciness. Love it! Drink: 2010 - 2015 303792 11.1% D 750 mL $17.95 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Jackson-Triggs Proprietors Reserve Black Series Sauvignon Blanc 2009, V.Q.A., Niagara, Ontario, Canada: Peachy-melon pretty! Medium-bodied and soft with some floral notes. 58438 12.3% D 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

JJ Mcwilliam's Chardonnay 2009, South Australia, Australia: A smoky, oaky, buttery chardonnay with full-bodied richness. Great for roast chicken and corn dishes. 91744 14% XD 750 mL $9.95 Score: 86/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Black Slate H. Sichel Sohne F.W. Langguth Riesling 2008, Q.B.A., Mosel, Germany: What an amazing riesling for this price point! Peach and pear and loveliness. A summer field of swaying white flowers, run through this wine in your bare feet and with all your senses. 176917 11.5% XD 750 mL $10.95 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Urban Nik Weis Selection, Weingut St.Urbans-Hof Riesling 2009, Moselle, Germany: Pure happiness in a bottle! Light, joyous and fragrant: field flowers, fleshy white peach in a sun-dappled orchard. Off-dry with a touch of sweetness for glazed ham and curries. Yum! Riesling food pairings: Thai style grilled shrimp. 184051 9.5% MD 750 mL $15.40 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Montes Classic Series Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Chile, Chile: Searing acidity requires food but is vibrant and refreshing! Notes of lime and green apple. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: aspargus spears, chicken skewers with lime marinade. 159954 13.5% XD 750 mL $13.00 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Wolf Blass Red Label Semillon Sauvignon Blanc 2010, South Eastern Australia, Australia: A blend of Semillon (65%) and Sauvignon Blanc (35%) grapes in this refreshing, zippy white with notes of passionfruit and citrus. The wine was fermented in stainless steel, which gives it a clean, crisp finish. Serve this wine at your next potluck gathering or pizza night. Drink: 2011 - 2013 323063 11.5% 750 mL $12.95 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Full Press Winery Sauvignon Blanc, Niagara Falls, Canada: Zesty and herbal, with zippy aromas of freshly-cut grass, chives and lime. Perfect with the fresh catch of the day. Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: shellfish, pan-fried trout and snapper, herb-roasted chicken, ceasar salad. Drink: 2011 - 2012 219915 12% MD 750 mL $11.95 Score: 85/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Kahurangi Estate Trout Valley Riesling 2009, Nelson, New Zealand: Love it! White peach-petrol nose with mouth-watering zesty notes of lime and chives. Awaken your senses. Wonderful, especially for this price. Riesling food pairings: salads, shellfish, seafood. Drink: 2011 - 2013 177790 12% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Township 7 Vineyards & Winery Romar Vineyard Viognier 2017, Okanagan Valley, BC V.Q.A, Canada: So very pretty! Beautifully balanced and bursting with fresh spring blossoms of white field flowers and lime essence. Spritely and refreshing. A breath of fresh air. Viognier food pairings: creamy pastas, fruit salsas with grilled fish or chicken, spicy Asian dishes. Drink: 2018 - 2020 12.8% D 750 mL $19.99 Score: 89/100. March 2011. Best Value White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Township 7 Vineyards & Winery Okanagan Naramata 7 Blanc 2009, Okanagan Valley, V.Q.A., Canada: A lovely, refreshing white with spring daisy notes fluttering in a soft breeze and white peach. Some orange blossom wavers and teases in the background. This wine is a blend of gewurztraminer (45%), pinot gris (41%) and muscat ottonel (14%). Delightful! 7 Blanc food pairings: sushi, spicy south Asian dishes, mild creamy cheeses, corn fritters. Drink: 2011 - 2012 19880 12.5% MD 750 mL $18.99 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Trove Winery Riesling Gewurztraminer, Oliver, Bc, Canada: Love it! Floral and fruity, and fragrant like a fresh spring day. Attractive aromas of ripe peach. A terrific picnic wine. Riesling Gewurztraminer food pairings: spicy Asian cuisine, light to medium curries, jalapeno harvarti. 176156 12.5% M 750 mL $12.99 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Penfolds Chardonnay 2008, Thomas Hyland, Australia: Lots of buttery smoky goodness. So generous with green apples and peach. Layers of white peach: loaded with richness and a voluptuous mouth-feel.Yum! Drink: 2011 - 2015 611228 13.5% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Louis Jadot Bourgogne Chardonnay 2008, Burgundy, France: Lovely balance here with classic Old World Burgundian aromas in this chardonnay: green apple with vanilla spice from the judicious use of oak. Lots of depth and richness. Don't serve it too cold so that you can enjoy the aromas. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, turkey, seafood. Drink: 2011 - 2015 933077 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 89/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Woodbridge Winery Moscato 2009, California, United States: Perfumed lilies waft from the glass in a dance for your senses. There's some sweetness here but it's the delight orange blossom kind, not cloying. An amazing bring-on-summer wine! Moscato food pairings: glazed ham, fruit-based desserts. Drink: 2011 - 2013 199216 9% MD 750 mL $13.25 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Flourish Wines Riesling Vidal 2010, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Lovely tangerine essence and apricot blossoms in this spring-fresh wine! Brilliant as an aperitif, or charming companion to many dishes. Perfect for your next book club gathering or girls' night in. 988262 11.6% D 750 mL $10.95 Score: 88/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

SeaGlass Sauvignon Blanc 2010, California, United States: Zesty, grassy and herbal with incredible refreshment in every gulp! This white is mouth-watering and as cool as an iceberg glinting in the summer sun. It's a great companion to many dishes, from seafood to salads. Priced for parties (large quantities). Sauvignon Blanc food pairings: shellfish, salads, pasta, trout. Drink: 2011 - 2012 173575 13.5% XD 750 mL $16.75 Score: 89/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Clos du Bois Sonoma Reserve Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2009, Russian River Valley, Sonoma, United States: A luscious, round, full-bodied Chardonnay with generous aromas and flavours of green apple, hazelnut and butterscotch. A wisp of toasty oak weaves it way throughout and to the finish. Very Frank Sinatra: they did it their way. Chardonnay food pairings: roast chicken, corn dishes, lobster in butter. Drink: 2011 - 2015 479527 13.8% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 91/100. March 2011. Top Rated White Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Hardys The Gamble Chardonnay Pinot Gris 2009, South Australia, Australia: A vivacious white, with refreshing notes of peach and pear. The pinot gris adds lift and brightness to the creaminess of the chardonnay. Not too heavy; just right. Satisfy your thirst. Chardonnay Pinot Gris food pairings: crab ravioli, creamy bacon carbonara. Drink: 2011 - 2013 219147 13% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 87/100. March 2011. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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