Jason Chenier

Ruca Malen Reserva Petit Verdot 2010, Mendoza

Very nice. Scents of violets, blackberries, leather and pepper on the nose. Tannins are on the heavy side. Good length on the finish. Tasted September 2012.

Domaines Schlumberger Les Princes Abbés Gewürztraminer 2009, Ac Alsace

Terrific. Lots of floral notes on the palate. Excellent finish. Tasted January 2014.

Stoneleigh Marlborough Pinot Noir Rose 2011, Malborough

Cousiño Macul Antiguas Reservas Cabernet Sauvignon 2010

Pretty good for the price. Tasted December 2013.

Casal Di Serra Verdicchio Dei Castelli Di Jesi Classico Superiore 2011

Huff Estates Sculpture Series Riesling Reserve 2011

From the winery:. "Pale straw in colour, our dry-edged riesling
is marked by white peach and mandarin aromas supported by delicate floral notes. A gush of acidity rewards the palate with recurring peach and notes of orange peel on the way to a mineral-laden finish."

Outstanding. We picked up a couple bottles while visiting the Huff Estates. Wish we had of picked up a few more in hindsight. Tasted September 2012.

Bailly Lapierre Chardonnay Brut Crémant De Bourgogne, Traditional Method, Ac, Burgundy, France

Huff Estates Pinot Gris 2011, VQA Ontario

From the winery website. "Lively white floral aromas suggesting orange blossom underscored by grapefruit and lime. A backbone of acidity enhanced by minerality paves the way to flavours of recurring citrus. A clean appealing finish. An ideal aperitif offering."

A very nice wine that we picked up while visiting the winery. Tasted September 2012.

Domaine Mouton Les Grands Prétans Givry 1er Cru 2009, Ac

Very approachable with a nice amount of toasted oak on the finish. Wish I had ordered a few more. Tasted December 2012.

Santa Carolina Chardonnay Reserva 2011, Casablanca Valley

Can't be beat for the price. Very enjoyable. Noticble but restrained oak. An absolute bargain. October 2012.