Benjamin Bridge Méthode Classique Non Vintage Brut Sparkling, Gaspereau, Nova Scotia, Canada: A stunning Nova Scotia sparkling wine from Benjamin Bridge. This is a non- vintage (NV) bubbly that's a blend of L’Acadie, Vidal, Seyval, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay estate grown grapes. Aromas of freshly baked bread and golden apple. Winemaker Jean-Benoit Deslauriers has blended several vintages to create this signature style. Pair with shellfish and seafood. Drink: 2022-2025. 528752 11.50% D 750 mL $32.95 Score: 93/100. December 2, 2023
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L'Acadie Vineyards Cuvée Rosé 2012, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada: A deeply flavoured sparkling rose from Nova Scotia from one of the best producers of this style in the province. This is a blend of organically grown Marechal Foch and L'Acadie Blanc grapes, both Maritime hybrids. The wine is aged on its lees. Pair with NS lobster. Drink: 2012-2017. 11% XD 750 mL Score: 89/100. January 31, 2016
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Domaine de Grand Pré Tidal Bay 2016, Grand Pre, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2013-2016. 1013651 11% MD 750 mL $22.50. June 2, 2015
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Domaine de Grand Pré Seyval Blanc 2017, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2018-2022. 12% D 750 mL $17.00. October 20, 2019
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Domaine de Grand Pré Ortega 2017, Grand Pre, Annapolis Valley, Canada Drink: 2018-2021. 12% D 750 mL $20.00. November 26, 2019
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Domaine de Grand Pré Vintner's Reserve Castel 2016, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2018-2024. 13.50% D 750 mL $20.00. October 20, 2019
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Benjamin Bridge Méthode Classique Brut Sparkling Rosé, Nova Scotia, Canada: A plushy, persistent sparkler with red berry, blanched almond, citrus zest and spicy flavours on the palate. Nicely done, versatile and fun to sip anytime. Drink: 2023-2025. 15688 12% D 750 mL $34.95 Score: 93/100. November 18, 2023
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Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards Terroir Series Riesling 2017, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2017-2019. 11% D 750 mL. September 27, 2018
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Lightfoot & Wolfville Ancienne Pinot Noir 2017, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2019-2027. 16076 12% XD 750 mL $45.00. August 11, 2020
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Lightfoot & Wolfville Blanc de Blanc Extra Brut 2013, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada: A spectacular sparkling wine from NOva Scotia, made from Chardonnay grapes. Aromas of freshly baked bread and green apple. Pair with shellfish. Drink: 2016-2024. 12% XD 750 mL $60.00 Score: 94/100. November 27, 2019
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Planters Ridge Winery Elevation Frissante 2016, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2018-2024. 10.50% D 750 mL $23.99. November 26, 2019
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Avondale Sky Winery Select Small Lots Riesling 2017, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2018-2022. 8.70% D 750 mL $21.99. October 20, 2019
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Avondale Sky Winery Montavista 2014, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2017-2022. 12.40% D 750 mL $17.99. October 20, 2019
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Avondale Sky Winery Select Small Lots Ortega 2017, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2018-2022. 10.20% D 750 mL $21.99. October 20, 2019
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Lightfoot & Wolfville Ancienne Chardonnay 2016, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2018-2023. 462093 13% XD 750 mL $56.95. October 20, 2019
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Avondale Sky Winery Small Lots Muscat 2017, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2018-2021. 9.20% D 750 mL $20.00. October 20, 2019
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Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards Terroir Series Riesling 2016, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada: A lovely, medium-sweet Riesling from Nova Sotia's latest wine rockstar, Lightfoot and Wolfville. The vines grow in glacial till and sandy loam of Annapolis Valley. Aromas of apricot, pear, peach and lime blossom. Pair with seafood. Drink: 2017-2021. 11% D 750 mL Score: 91/100. November 27, 2019
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Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards Terroir Series Kékfrankos 2016, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada: A terrific, juicy NS red wine made from the Austro-Hungarian grape Kékfrankos, also known as Blaufränkisch. Aromas of red and blackberries and dark spice. Perfect for grilled meats. Drink: 2019-2022. 11.50% D 750 mL $30.00 Score: 89/100. June 7, 2020
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Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards Bubbly White 2015, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2018-2024. 12% D 750 mL $24.35. April 14, 2020
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Lightfoot & Wolfville Vineyards Brut Rose 2018, Wolfville, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2020-2026. 11% D 750 mL $39.13. July 11, 2020
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Lightfoot & Wolfville Small Lot Sparkling Chenin Blanc 2016, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada: This vibrant, zesty small-lot NS bubbly is made from Chenin Blanc. Aromas of green apple and Asian pear. Match it with grilled seafood. Drink: 2020-2026. 10% D 750 mL $47.83 Score: 91/100. August 10, 2020
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Benjamin Bridge Pet-Nat 2020, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2021-2022. 10% D 250 mL $8.99. July 8, 2021
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Blomidon Tidal Bay 2019, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada: A zesty, come-alive Tidal Bay from one of the province's top producers. A heady blend of L'Acadie Blanc, Seyval Blanc, and New York Muscat grapes. Aromas of apple blossom, peach and Atlantic sunshine. Pair with fresh seafood. Drink: 2022-2024. 1013995 10% MD 750 mL $22.99 Score: 91/100. May 12, 2022
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Domaine de Grand Pré Riesling, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2018-2023. 11% MD 750 mL $19.40. November 10, 2021
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Benjamin Bridge Brut Sparkling Rosé 2018, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2020-2025. 12% MD 750 mL $44.50. November 10, 2021
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Lightfoot & Wolfville Ancienne Wild Fermented Chardonnay 2018, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2021-2026. 462093 11% XD 750 mL $56.95. February 3, 2022
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