Remo Farina Montefante Riserva Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2006, Doc, Veneto, Italy

 

This Amarone is a blend of 70% Corvina, 20% Rondinella, 5% Molinara and 5% Dindarella with maturation taking place in 5 hectolitre Slavonian oak casks for 4 years, plus 1 year in bottle, before its release. The alcohol comes in at a reasonable 15% (for an Amarone).

This wine opened up with aromas of stewed berries, raisin, prune, dried figs, soft leather and savoury spices. On the mouthfeel, medium-full bodied, rich with silky smooth texture, a lot of fruit and alcohol but it is perfectly balanced by crisp acidity and fine tannins. This wine has a very good length and depth on the finish with a hint of chocolate with raisins, red and black fruit flavours with a little heat and very smooth. This Amarone is very tasty and flavourful with lots of everything but no excess. A real treat, very comforting and strongly recommended, score 92 points.

Purchased September 1, 2012 LCBO New Release (63636) at $59.95

PB Hein Cabernet Sauvignon 2005, Napa Valley, California, USA

 

This wine is made with 100% estate grown Cabernet Sauvignon grapes with maturation taking place in new French oak for 26 months and alcohol coming in at 14.5%. This wine is from a small boutique winery that only produced 293 cases of this Cabernet. 

This Cabernet opened up with exquisite maturing aromas of dark cherry and plum, black currants, toasty with peppery-sandalwood notes. On the mouthfeel, medium-full bodied, rich, velvety texture with balance acidity and chewy tannins. This wine finish is very long, creamy with soft seductive fruit flavours, vanilla, gentle wood spices and light tannins lingering.   

A superb, very tasty California Cabernet where the extra cellaring and the quality work at the vineyard paid big dividends for the consumer, strongly recommended. Score 94 points.

Purchased October 27, 2012 LCBO New Release (305086) at $46.95. 

Poderre Sapaio Volpolo 2009, Doc Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy

 

This wine is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 15% Petit Verdot with maturation taking place in French oak for 14 months and a further 6 months in the bottle before being released, finally the alcohol comes in at a generous 14.5%.

This wine opened up with aromas of black cherry, blackcurrant, prune, exotic spices and toasty oak. On the mouthfeel, it is full bodied and dry, robust, well structured by firm tannins, low acidity with rich and concentrated flavours. This Italian Bordeaux blends finish is long, masculine with flavours of dark fruit, smoky notes and fine dusty tannins lingering. Right now this wine is drinking much better than when I first opened a bottle last December (2011), the wine then was very tannic but it’s definitely heading in the right direction. Additional time in bottle should give this wine a more elegant texture and softening the tannins even more. I would give this wine an additional 2-3 years in your cellar and pairing it with a rack of lamb or BBQ steak. Strongly recommended to those of you who like them big, score 90 points.

Purchased at the SAQ December 27, 2011 (11002941) at $28.05

Domaine De Billa-Haut Occultum Lapidem 2009, Ac Côte Du Rousillon-Villages Latour De France, France

 

This wine is a blend of 40% Syrah, 40% Grenache and 20% Carignan with maturation taking place in equal part in vats and casks and alcohol coming in at 15%.

The first thing that stands out for me is how aromatic this wine is, with aromas of crushed ripe cherries, blackberry, dark plum, dried sage, rosemary and underbrush with a smoky and a stony minerality. On the mouthfeel, medium bodied, with a creamy and juicy texture and flavours of dark ripe fruit, savoury notes and gentle wood spices, balanced acidity and silky tannins. The finish is long and juicy with great flavours.

This was my first experience with this wine and a much more enjoyable experience than the straight Rousillon Village from Bila-Haut and worth the extra dollars. Real easy to enjoy and worthy of another purchase; the bad news is that it’s already sold out in this market. I will approach the next vintage a little wiser, score 89 points.

Purchased September 29, 2012 LCBO New Release (643239) at $24.95

Camus Vineyard Zinfandel 2009, Napa Valley, California, USA

 

This wine is mostly Zinfandel with a small amount of Petit Sirah, the wine lots were aged separately in a combination of French barrels over 70% of then seasoned rather than new, and finally alcohol comes in at 15.2%.

Wow what exquisite aromatics on this Zin with aromas of wild berries, blackberry jam, white pepper, cedar, savoury and vanilla notes. On the mouthfeel, full bodied, very rich and sensuous with good acidity and fleshy tannins. This wine’s finish is very long, slightly warm with a solid core of ripe fruit, spicy and sweet oak flavours. Lovers of Zinfandel are unlikely to be disappointed with this one; it has everything that people are looking for in a Zin. Lots of fruit and flavours? You bet. Low tannins? Yes. Big alcohol? Yes With all that, it still manages to be well balanced. Love the fruity and savoury personality of this Zinfandel, strongly recommended. Score 91 point.

Purchased October 15, 2012 at the SAQ (282459) AT $40.25

Fassati Pasiteo Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2009, Docg, Tuscany, Italy

This wine is a blend of Sangiovese at 95% with the remaining 5% a combination of Colorino and Mammolo with alcohol coming in at 13.5%.

This wine poured much lighter than I expected, a pale ruby with an interesting bouquet of red fruit, soft leather, red liquorice, herbal and floral notes. On the mouthfeel, light to medium bodied, soft in texture with lively acidity and dusty tannins. Medium length on the finish, not especially concentrated but the flavours were very nice. Initially I didn’t quite like this wine, but after about one hour, it really grew on me. My recommendation is to served lightly chilled after an hour in the decanter. One final note, the cork was very dry and hard to remove. Recommended and definitely worth re-purchasing, score 88 points.

Purchased December 8, 2012 LCBO Vintages New Release (642009) at $22.95

Fontodi Chianti Classico 2008, Docg, Tuscany, Italy

This wine is made using 100% Sangiovese with maturation taking place in French Allier oak barrels and alcohol coming in at 14%.

This is certainly a serious example of Chianti Classico to be sure, from its dark opaque ruby color to its earthy bouquet with aromas of black cherry, plum, dried mushroom, tobacco, leather, oak spices and earthy/peaty notes. On the mouthfeel, medium-full bodied, firm structure with grippy tannins and flavours dominated by oak characteristics. This Chianti finish is long and intense with very concentrated flavours of cherries and cedarwood plus those same grippy/chewy tannins lingering. I usually enjoy Chianti with pasta but this one calls for meat like steak or lamb. This wine is not quite ready for prime time yet, to do it justice, 3-5 years in your cellar would be beneficial. Great potential, score 89 points.

Purchased February 4, 2012, LCBO Vintages New Release (933317) at $29.95

Susana Balbo Brioso 2006, Agrelo, Mendoza, Argentina

This wine is a blend of all five Bordeaux varieties; 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Malbec, 5% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot and 5% Merlot with maturation taking place in 100% new French oak for 14 months, unfined and unfiltered and alcohol coming in at 14%.

This wine opened up with aromas of crushed wild berries, plum, black currant, soft leather, exotic spices and vanilla notes. On the mouthfeel, medium-full bodied, lively acidity, soft tannins with a silky smooth texture. This blend has a medium length on the finish, somewhat sweet with flavours of vanilla, soft seductive fruit and gentle wood spice. This wine was six years old and in my view, drinking at its prime. I would have preferred more tannins to give this wine a little more structure. It's strength, is its aromatics. No doubt that this Susana Balbo Brioso 2006 is easy to enjoy, recommended. Score 89 points.

Purchased November 24, 2012 LCBO New Release (095265) at $36.95

Tenuta Sette Ponti Crognolo 2008, Igt Tuscany, Italy

This wine is a blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Merlot with maturation taking place in French Allier barriques, between 12-18 months, and alcohol coming in at 14%.

Intense ruby in color, this wine opened up with aromas of ripe black cherry, plum, cassis, vanilla, gentle oak spices and earthy/minerally notes. On the mouthfeel, medium-full bodied, bone dry, fresh acidity, dusty tannins with flavours of dark fruit and spices. Great length on the finish with intensely masculine and rich, concentrated flavours. A serious and very enjoyable wine that is just as good as their 2007 vintage, reviewed in March on this blog. Score 91 points.

Purchased December 10, 2011 LCBO New Release (727636) at $32.95

Lealtanza Reserva Selección 2007, DOCa Rioja, Spain

 

This wine is 100% Tempranillo with maturation taking place in French oak (1-2 years old barrels) for 18 months with a further 3 months in French oak vats with alcohol coming in at 13.5%.

This wine opened up with a very attractive aromas of blackberry, wild strawberry, savoury spices, vanilla and spicy notes. On the mouthfeel, medium bodied with ripe fruit and sweet oak flavours, fresh acidity and fine grained tannins. This wines finish is long, creamy, flavourful and wraps up with a little tartness and light tannins. This wine is very enjoyable, made with a crowd pleasing style that represents a very good value. Strongly recommended, score 90 points.

Purchased December 8, 2012 LCBO New Release (208223) at $19.95

Summers Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Calistoga, Napa Valley, California, USA

 

This wine is made with 100% Cabernet Sauvignon fruit and opened up with attractive aromas of cherry, blackberry, black currants, black pepper, smoky and damp forest floor notes. On the mouthfeel, medium bodied (alcohol comes in at 14.1%), mild acidity, silky tannins with layers of creamy richness. This wines finish is very long and fruit focused with a smooth velvety texture. Another very nice wine from Summers Estate Winery that is true to the style of the house and represented a good value for a rich and juicy Cabernet. Very enjoyable, loved the aromatics, loved the mouthfeel and the finish, enough said, well done. Score 90 points.

Purchased July 21, 2012 LCBO New Release (279380) at $29.95

Clos Saint Michel Châteauneuf-du-Pape Cuvée Réservée 2007, Rhône, France

 

From the superb 2007 vintage in the Rhône Valley, this Châteauneuf is a blend of 40% Grenache, 30% Syrah and 30% Mourvèdre with alcohol coming in at 14.5%.

On the nose, this wine opens up with aromas of ripe plum, blueberry, licorice, incense, leather and most likely Mourvèdre, adding a touch of earthy funk. On the mouthfeel, medium bodied, soft, elegant with low acidity and fine well integrated tannins. Medium length on the finish with ripe berry fruit and wood spices flavours lingering. A nice example of a softer version of Châteauneuf, however I was expecting a little more structure and tannins at this stage. I usually prefer Châteauneuf-du-Pape with a higher portion of Grenache in the blend, but I still enjoyed this wine. Score 89 points.

Purchased December 4, 2010 at the SAQ in Montréal $49.00

Conde de Valdemar Gran Reserva 2004, Rioja, Spain

 

This wine is a blend of 85% Tempranillo, 10% Mazuela and 5% Graciano with maturation taking place in a combination of French and American oak barrels and alcohol coming in at a reasonable 13.5%. The finished wine spent 48 months in bottle before being released.

 

This blend opened up with aromas of blackberry/cherry fruit, stewed plums, wood smoke and Asian spices. On the mouthfeel, medium bodied, stewed fruit (prunes and figs) and smoky flavours, low acidity and fine grained tannins. A medium length on the finish, lacking freshness and energy, the vestige of barrels fermentation were still quite apparent. Most likely will be much better in a year or two but will never achieve elegance in my view. Still enjoyable but I was hopping for better. Suggestive pairing, leg of lamb, score 88 points.

 

Purchased September 5, 2012 at the SAQ in Gatineau (00325084) at $32.25  

Road 13 Rockpile 2009, VQA Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada

 

 

This wine is a blend of mostly Merlot and Syrah at 45% each with the remaining 10% is Cabernet Franc at 5%, Lemberger at 3%, Cabernet Sauvignon 1% and Dornfelder at 1%. Maturation took place in a combination of French and American oak for 16 months and alcohol arrived at 14.9%. The Lemberger and Dornfelder are rarely seen in this country but are commonly grown in Württember, Germany.

 

I had previously enjoyed this wine in a restaurant in Victoria, BC last May and decided to purchase a bottle to add to my cellar for enjoyment later. This wine opened up with aromas of cherry, plum, vanilla spices, black pepper, bittersweet chocolate, espresso and savoury notes. On the mouthfeel, medium-full bodied, quite well structured and complex with flavours of ripe berry fruit, peppery, cedary and savoury spices, balance acidity and fine grained tannins. My favourite part of this blend was the finish, very smooth, very rich concentrated fruit and vanilla spice flavours lingering. Definitely much better than in May, the flavours and all elements are starting to blend nicely together with better days to come. I must admit here that I really like this wine label, I know that you shouldn’t buy a wine because you like the label but in this case, for me, its represents what a good wine should be about. There is little chance of making a great wine without great fruit, great wines start in the vineyard and farming is a very important part of wine making process. Very enjoyable and strongly recommended. Score 90 points.

 

Purchased at Spinnakers in Victoria, BC on May 5, 2012 for $22.99

Paul's Picks from the LCBO New Release of December 8, 2012 - An Encore Presentati​on and Pairing Wine with Turkey

Hello to all my wine friends,

Here is a great opportunity to start and / or wrap up your planned list of wines to enjoy over the holiday season.  You could expect that Vintages only new release (NR) in December and the last before Christmas would be loaded with eye popping temptations and gift ideas, that the crescendo that’s been building since the first release in November would culminate by a jaw dropping release. Unfortunately this is not the case, in this “hard to get too excited” NR; you get the first indication of the let down by the picture on the NR booklet, an un-inspiring and not very festive cover. The picture didn’t showcase great wines or Champagne, but instead what looks like a glass of blueberry juice and a plate of nuts. This is surely the time of year where people usually splurge on a special bottle for themselves or as a gift.  In this NR, the offering looks like an average release, actually more like the first two releases of January, which the LCBO would call their “Value Release”. If this NR looks like a January release, can you imagine what the January release will look like? I say you should stock up from the better offerings from the last 2 or 3 releases where very good to great wines at all price points including those valued between $15.00 to $20.00.

 

I looked back at the Vintages NR from December 2010 and 2011 (I keep all these books) where all regions were well represented and where more mature, ready to drink older vintages like Bordeaux or Spanish reds where released and where the selection of Champagne was outstanding. For those us living in Ottawa area, we always have the option to cross the provincial border into Quebec and visit their SAQ, where they have a superb selection, especially French wines including Champagne, Italian and Spanish wines. My thought on this NR, is that I feel that the LCBO thinks that most people will not be paying much attention to their wines; the stores will be so busy, there will simply grab a few bottles and get in line. But for the rest of us, who research before buying, here are a few suggested wines from this New Release, including the last two NR as well, for your consideration. Now, apart from the wines featured in the following two highlighted segments, here are a few wines I would like to bring to your attention. 

 

First the white wines; 

• For fans of Chardonnay, in this NR, there is a pretty good selection from cool climates to the hot California climate; cool climate Bachelder Oregon Chardonnay from Oregon State (273334) at $29.95 and from the excellent 2009 vintage in France, Vincent Girardin les Vieilles Vignes Puligny-Montrachet 2009 (300293) at $52.95 now from warmer climate; Grigich Hills Chardonnay 2009 from California (184929) at $52.95 and La Crema Chardonnay 2009 from California (184929) at $39.95. 

• Two Chenin Blanc to consider, Kanu KCB Chenin Blanc 2006 from South Africa (907089) at $14.95 and from a very good producer, Marc Brédif Vouvray 2010 from France (685362) at $19.95.
  
  
• Finally, a very good alternative to Chardonnay, Alamos Viognier 2011 from Chile (507830) at $13.95. 

 

Now for the reds wines; 

• Red wines from the very good 2010 vintage in Ontario are starting to appear on our shelves. Here are two that should spend a little time in your cellar, to fully appreciate their complexity, Henry of Pelham Estate Cabernet-Merlot 2010 (395855) at $24.95 and Jackson-Triggs Delaine Syrah 2010 (086553) at $32.95.
  
  
• Here one of the few splurge option in this NR and one of my favourite wines tasted at the California Wine Fair in Ottawa last March. This elegant Bordeaux blend from Chateau St. Jean Cinq Cépages 2008 (710913) at $75.95 with its great nose and structure.
  
  
• Here is one of the better 2009 Bordeaux released at Vintages, Château la Tour Carnet 2009 from France (194555) at $51.85. A few years in your cellar and your patience will be rewarded.
  
  
• The selection of Tuscan wines is very solid I must say, with five of them for your consideration including; Castello Di Querceto Chianti Classico 2010 (680496) at $21.95, Fassati Pasiteo Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2009 (642009) at $22.95, Fontodi Chianti Classico 2009 (933317) at $29.95, Pietranera Brunello Di Montalcino 2006 (189761) at $35.95 and Tenuta San Guido Le Difese 2010 (147876) at $26.95.
  
  
• And finally a beautiful Rioja which I just enjoyed last night (06 Dec 12), savoury, ripe fruit with fine grained tannins ready to drink, Lealtanza Reserva 2007 from Spain (208223) at $19.95. Now let’s get started;

An Encore Presentation;  Here are three wines which have previously been released and reviewed on this blog;

 

§ Wynns Coonawarra Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 from Australia (084996) at $24.95 – This wine was previously released on September 17, 2011 with the same price and product number. When released earlier this Cabernet was very tannic but I had the opportunity to open one of these over the last week and I am happy to report, its drinking beautifully.

To see my review, follow this link;

http://paulnjoywine.blogspot.ca/2012/12/wynns-coonawarra-estate-cabernet.html

 

§ Elderton Ode to Lorraine Cabernet/Shiraz/Merlot from Australia (976423) at $39.95 – This wine was previously release on December 11, 2010 and again on October 15, 2011. I have no doubt this wine is still drinking very well, it would be smoother since I reviewed it, but it still has lots of structure and is nicely layered. I reviewed it on October 13, 2011.

To see my review, follow this link;

http://paulnjoywine.blogspot.ca/2011/10/elderton-ode-to-lorraine-2008-barossa.html 

 

§ Ramon Bilbao Tempranillo Gran Reserva 2004 from Spain (244715) at $26.95 – This wine was previously release on December 10, 2011 with the same number but $3.00 cheaper. I am not sure how it tastes right now but after I reviewed this wine last December. 

To see my review, follow this link;
 

http://paulnjoywine.blogspot.ca/2011/12/ramon-bilbao-gran-reserva-2004-rioja.html

 

Pairing Wine with Turkey; There is always a lot of flavours happening on a Christmas dinner plate; the turkey, gravy, stuffing, potatoes, vegetables, bread or biscuits and French Canadian tourtière (my mother’s recipe is my all time favourite). Here are my recommendations in both red and whites from this NR and found in the last two NR in November.  

White Wines; My suggestions for white wines are Chablis (Chardonnay grapes from Burgundy, France), a light oak Chardonnay and no oak bombs.  A Chenin Blanc, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc with no oak or very little oak. You should look for wines with food friendly acidity like these; 

§ Astrolabe Province Sauvignon Blanc 2011 from New Zealand (010421) at $21.95 – November 10 NR.

§ Mulderbosch Sauvignon Blanc 2011 from South Africa (933424) at $18.95 – November 10 NR.

§ La Chablisienne Fourchaume Chablis 1er Crus 2010 from France (656835) at $29.95 – November 10 NR. 

§ Rodney Strong Reserve Chardonnay 2009 from California (210039) at $34.95 – November 24 NR.

§ C. H. Berres Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling Kabinett 2009 from Germany (207274) at $19.95 – November 24 NR.

§ Bachelder Oregon Chardonnay from Oregon State (273334) at $29.95 – December 8 NR.

§ Alamos Viognier 2011 from Chile (507830) at $13.95 – December 8 NR.

§ Marc Brédif Vouvray 2010 from France (685362) at $19.95 – December 8 NR

§ St. Urbans-Hof Riesling 2011 from Germany (995746) at $16.95 – December 8 NR.

 

Red Wines;  What you should be looking for is a lighter wine with low tannins and alcohol, good acidity with more fruit than oak. I usually recommend Beaujolais, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese based wines, Valpolicella, Zinfandel (preferably not above 15% alcohol) and mature Rioja like these;

§ Villa Ponciago La Réserve Fleurie 2011 from France (299917) at $21.95 – November 24 NR.

§ Salcheto Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2006 from Italy (685180) at $24.95 – November 24 NR.

§ Cennatoio Chianti Classico 2010 from Italy (232561) at $15.95 – November 24 NR.

§ Musella Vigne Nuove Valpolicella Superiore 2009 from Italy (205757) at $15.95 – November 24 NR

§ Tawse Quarry Road Pinot Noir 2009 from Ontario (307686) at $34.95 – This NR December 8

§ Domaine Gagey Clos du Roy Marsannay 2009 from France (124826) at $34.95 – This NR December 8

§ Lealtanza Reserva 2007 from Spain (208223) at $19.95 – This NR December 8

  

My top three wines from this release;   

1. Château la Tour Carnet 2009 from France (194555) at $51.85

2. Chateau St. Jean Cinq Cépages 2008 from California (710913) at $75.95

3. Vincent Girardin les Vieilles Vignes Puligny-Montrachet 2009 from France (300293) at $52.95 

 

My top three wines for Holiday Gift; (around $30.00) 

1.  Wynns Coonawarra Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 from Australia (084996) at $24.95

2.  Bachelder Oregon Chardonnay from Oregon State (273334) at $29.95

3.  Tenuta San Guido Le Difese 2010 from Italy (147876) at $26.95

 

My top three wines for value;  

1.  St. Urbans-Hof Riesling 2011 from Germany (995746) at $16.95

2.  Lealtanza Reserva 2007 from Spain (208223) at $19.95

3.  Lailey Unoaked Chardonnay 2011 from Ontario (299776) at $14.95 

 

My wine picks from this New Release for your considerations;

 

Red Wines; 

1.  Henry of Pelham Estate Cabernet-Merlot 2010 from Ontario (395855) at $24.95

2.  Jackson-Triggs Delaine Syrah 2010 from Ontario (086553) at $32.95

3.  Tawse Quarry Road Pinot Noir 2009 from Ontario (307686) at $34.95

4.  Borrowing Owl Syrah 2009 from British Columbia (073072) at $40.95

5.  Chateau St. Jean Cinq Cépages 2008 from California (710913) at $75.95

6.  Stonestreet Monument Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2007 from California (285098) at $49.95

7.  Wynns Coonawarra Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 from Australia (084996) at $24.95

8.  Ben Glaetzer The Bishop Shiraz 2010 from Australia (627869) at $39.95

9.  Elderton Ode to Lorraine Cabernet/Shiraz/Merlot from Australia (976423) at $39.95

10. Tahnlik Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 from Australia (138818) at $22.95

11. Domaine du Vieux Lazaret Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2009 from France (983650) at $34.95

12. Château la Tour Carnet 2009 from France (194555) at $51.85

13.  Domaine Chanson Beaume Clos des Marconnets 1er Cru 2009 from France (299792) at $49.95

14.  Domaine Gagey Clos du Roy Marsannay 2009 from France (124826) at $34.95

15. Castello Di Querceto Chianti Classico 2010 from Italy (680496) at $21.95

16. Fassati Pasiteo Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano 2009 from Italy (642009) at $22.95

17. Fontodi Chianti Classico 2009 from Italy (933317) at $29.95

18. Pietranera Brunello Di Montalcino 2006 from Italy (189761) at $35.95

19. Tenuta San Guido Le Difese 2010 from Italy (147876) at $26.95

20.  Allegrini Palazzo Della Torre 2008 from Italy (672931) at $25.00

21. Lealtanza Reserva 2007 from Spain (208223) at $19.95

22. Ramon Bilbao Tempranillo Gran Reserva 2004 from Spain (244715) at $26.95

 
White Wines;

1.  Lailey Unoaked Chardonnay 2011 from Ontario (299776) at $14.95

2.  Bachelder Oregon Chardonnay from Oregon State (273334) at $29.95

3.  Grigich Hills Chardonnay 2009 from California (184929) at $52.95

4.  La Crema Chardonnay 2009 from California (184929) at $39.95

5.  Alamos Viognier 2011 from Chile (507830) at $13.95

6.  Jim Barry The Lodge Hill Dry Riesling 2011 from Australia (262469) at $19.95

7.  Kim Crawford Pinot Gris 2011 from New Zealand (680983) at $19.95

8.  Kanu KCB Chenin Blanc 2006 from South Africa (907089) at $14.95

9.  Marc Brédif Vouvray 2010 from France (685362) at $19.95

10. Vincent Girardin les Vieilles Vignes Puligny-Montrachet 2009 from France (300293) at $52.95

11. St. Urbans-Hof Riesling 2011 from Germany (995746) at $16.95

12. Reichsrat Von Buhl Forster Jesuitengarten Riesling Spätlese 2009 from Germany (946673) at $24.95

 

Champagne and Sparkling Wines;

 1.  Beaumont des Crayères Grand Prestige Brut Champagne from France (903443) at $44.95

2.  Bonnaire Blanc de Blancs Brut Grand Cru Champagne from France (721035) at $59.95

3.  Tarland Rosé Brut Champagne from France (664680) at $49.95

4.  Blue Mountain Brut from British Columbia (206326) at $27.95

That is it for me. Please accept my best wishes and may you all have a wonderful Christmas, and a safe, healthy Holiday Season with your stockings overflowing with your favourite Vino. 

My team and I will be back for next year’s first New Release, on January 5, 2013.

Cheers

Paul YWG