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Petales d'Osyoos  Canada

Tasting Notes: Made of a single-piece vineyard overlooking the superb Osoyoos Lake. The youngest vines of the 32-hectare estate are behind this cuvee. It is a delicious, juicy red blend containing all five Bordeaux varieties. The blocks are kept separate, hand sorted, destemmed, and crushed at the winery. The fermentation is done in stainless steel cone-shaped tanks. Then, over 12 months, each variety is aged separately in two and three-year-old French oak barrels. The density and roundness of the tannins and textures make this wine so exciting for the price.Perfectly balanced, it's one to hold.

Price: $41.99

 

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Manoir du Carra Beaujolais-Villages (Gamay)  France

Tasting Notes: The Manoir du Carra Beaujolais Villages is made from Gamay grapes harvested from 70 to 100 year old vines situated at 350 meters above sea level on south facing slopes. Hand picked, the grapes are separated on a vibrating sorting table and fermented with semi-carbonic maceration for 10 to 12 days. Aged in old oak barrels on fine lees for 3 to 4 months, the wine is bottled without filtration. Bright purple red in colour, this wine wafts from the glass with aromas of juicy black currant, raspberry, peach and violet. Although light in body, it is jam packed with flavours of juicy red fruits. It is tart and refreshing. The tannins are light with a slight bitter finish.

Price: $25.99

 

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Morgan Bay Chardonnay  California USA

Tasting Notes: A delightful white wine that captivates with its elegant and refreshing character. With its origins rooted in the renowned Rutherford Ranch vineyards, this Chardonnay showcases the best of what the varietal has to offer. Well balanced and fruit forward, with luscious flavours of ripe pear and golden apple dancing on the tongue. These flavours are complemented by subtle notes of vanilla and buttery oak, adding depth and complexity to the wine.

Price: $18.99

 

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Old Soul Petit Syrah 2020  California

Tasting Notes: I love Petit Sirahs from California and this one does not disappoint. Opaque and purplish, with aromas of juicy blackberries and toasted s'mores. Grilled plums and vanilla and oak round out this well structured wine. Great with late summer BBQ's or into the fall with grilled or roasted meats and vegetables, cheeses etc.

Price: $21.99

 

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Garzon Albarino Reserva 2021  Uruguay

Tasting Notes: This Albariño is of a pale yellow colour with greenish reflections and fruity aromas of peach and balanced with citrus notes. It is fresh and minerally with a marked acidity and a long and rounded aftertaste in mouth. Its ripening time takes place between 3 to 6 months on fine lees in stainless-steel tanks. A perfect wine for summer on a patio, with fresh seafood, salads.

Price: $26.99

 

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Creation Rose  South Africa

Tasting Notes: 50% Grenache Noir & 50% Syrah, hailing from Walker Bay, South Africa. This is delicate petticoat-pink, translucent and tempting in the glass. Exquisitely perfumed with the come-hither bouquet of a Madame Meilland rose, blending with the freshness of sun-kissed berries. Profoundly chic yet playful on the palate: lush ripe raspberry laced with evocative hints of dried apple; racy white pepper flirting with the tiniest scoop of honey. All enlivened by the crisp acidity and savoury minerality characteristic of this cool-climate, maritime wine. Regularly $30 now on sale at $17.99 - an absolute must have this summer!

Price: $17.99

 

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Yalumba Old Bush Vine Grenache  Australia

Tasting Notes: A beautiful depiction of The Grenache grape from Barossa Valley! This is light- bodied, highly aromatic, yet earthy and herbal with bright, sunny cherries! Richly textured and juicy. Great with game meats, like duck, or charcuterie, or even Jambalaya.

Price: $25.99

 
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