Hello Everyone!
We trust this newsletter finds you all doing very well and enjoying the full onslaught of summer. We hit the tasting room the day after Canada Day and found an interesting selection of quaffers. The theme of this week's release is "HITTING THE HEIGHTS" – featuring Malbec from Argentina. Bordeaux is Malbec's birthplace, where this fine grape is used as an auxiliary blender. As a stand-alone grape from Argentina – the result is a full-bodied wine with plentiful fruit and silky tannins. We are recommending two of the Malbecs on offer, but have a plethora of other tasty tipples to recommend.
WHITE WINES
707158 Zenato Lugana San Benedetto 2007 (Lombardy – Italy) $15.95
This is one of our returning faves showing delicate floral aromas with peach, citrus and melon flavours. Delightfully crisp and refreshing, enjoy solo or paired with light summertime dishes.
669531 Michel Gassier Les Piliers Viognier 2007 (Midi – France) $18.95
Half the juice for this Viognier was fermented in new French oak and the other half fermented in stainless steel featuring subtle aromas of candied fruit and hints of vanilla, with apricot, peach and tangerine on the palate and an ample finish.
045138 Anakena Single Vineyard Viognier 2007 (Rapel Valley – Chile) $13.95
Quite full bodied featuring some oak and apple and citrus. A fantastic summer wine. Pair with a variety of dishes.
037127 Alta Vista Premium Torrontés 2007 (Medoza – Argentina) $13.95
Torontés is Argentina's white grape and this number pleases the palate and the pocket book, featuring floral and tropical fruit aromas, citrus and stone fruit flavors, and crisp acidity.
RED WINES
065664 Finca El Origen Reserva Malbec 2006 (Uco Valley, Mendoza – Argentina) $14.95
Well priced medium bodied Malbec featuring dark fruit, leather, cedar and some peppery spice.
686113 Septima Malbec 2006 (Mendoza – Argentina) $15.95
Big and dry featuring plenty of dark fruit and some silky smooth tannins.
14183 Cremaschi Furlotti Family Edition Cabernet Sauvignon/Syrah/Carmenère 2004 (Chile) $15.95
Lots of bold, ripe fruit with leather and spice undertones. A wee bit of shtank can be found in this gem. Definitely crowd-pleasing…
63412 Finca Sophenia Reserve Merlot 2006 (Argentina) $17.95
A by-product of the renowned Michel Rolland – global wine consultant from Bordeaux. Rolland was brought in to assist with the crafting of this wine. Subtle dark plum flavours married with chocolate and a smooth elegant finish make this a thoroughly enjoyable wine.
59493 Anakena Ona Cabernet/Merlot/Carmenère 2005 (Chile) $17.95
A great balance of berries, plums and minerals. This is an easy-drinking red.
718932 Château Le Raz Cuvée Grand Chêne 2005 (France) $18.95
A great value for those who love the dry, old world style. This wine is quite elegant and tastes more expensive than it is.
971689 D'Angelo Aglianico Del Vulture 2004 (Italy) $20.95
Aglianico is Italy's unsung heroic grape. Notes of white pepper, black cherry, spice and coffee are present. It is absolutely delicious and fantastically smooth. Well worth the $$!
DESSERT WINE
996181 Bacalhôa Moscatel De Setúbal 2001 (Portugal) $11.95
This is a lovely taste of honey with a nutty finish. A terrific bargain for 750ml of unctuous loveliness. Enjoy it with blue cheeses and roasted almonds.
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