Cave Spring Estate Chardonnay 2017, Cave Spring Vineyard, Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Wine grapes for this lush and creamy Chardonnay were sourced from three parcels in the Cave Spring Vineyard from vines over 30 years of age. Love the ripe apricot, apple, tropical fruit, nutty and smoky vanilla flavours on this buttery Chard. Chill and enjoy with roast chicken. Drink: 2019-2022. 256552 13% XD 750 mL $24.95 Score: 90/100. April 24, 2020
Best Value White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review 37 bottles available at Innes & Tenth Line (613) 837-5527
28 bottles available at Rideau & King Edward (613) 789-5226
27 bottles available at Vansickle & Fourth (905) 685-8000
25 bottles available at St. Clair & Keele (416) 653-8202
24 bottles available at Fairview & Maple (905) 333-3111
Vaucher Père & Fils Fleurie 2016, Fleurie, Beaujolais A.C., France: Great value under $20 on this medium-bodied Gamay red from Beaujolais. Happy, fresh pink florals with ripe red currant, cherry, red plum flavours and a smattering of cracked pepper overall. Juicy and fresh with great acidity for food. Pair with pepper steak. Drink: 2019-2022. 534339 13.10% XD 750 mL $20.95 Score: 88/100. November 7, 2019
Best Value Red Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review 14 bottles available at Highway 7 & Weston (905) 851-2500
12 bottles available at Dundas & Mavis (905) 949-6100
10 bottles available at Regent & Long Lake (705) 522-8000
10 bottles available at Bathurst & Centre (905) 889-7787
10 bottles available at Lasalle & Barrydowne (705) 566-3882
Domaine de la Baume Elisabeth Viognier 2018, Pays D'oc, South Of France I.G.P., France: An elegant and complex 100% Viognier aromatic with orange blossom florals and soft baking spicy aromas on the nose. Dry, full-bodied with ripe stone-fruit, lemon meringue flavours finishing zesty on the palate. Pair with butternut squash risotto. Drink: 2019-2022. 438796 13.50% XD 750 mL $18.95 Score: 91/100. May 27, 2020
Best Value White Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review