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The Organized Crime Gewurztraminer 2009, VQA Niagara Peninsula

sweetly spicy nose of grapefruit peel, white roses, lychee, ginger, Turkish delight and toasty sandalwood. Big and mouthfilling, with medium-full body and a tactile unctuousness on the palate. Good intensity throughout. Enjoy with chicken vindaloo, Thai chicken stir-fry or spiced pork dishes.

De Gomariz Grande Eschola Vinho Verde 2010, Doc Douro

"grilled white fish;
aromas of grapefruit, lime sorbet, peach, gooseberry and mineral;
Dry and quite fresh with a good fruit core"

Malivoire Musqué Spritz 2011, VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula

mussels in a light curry sauce, or with filet of pickerel en papillote with a spicy lemon zest-coconut emulsion. For a desert pairing, have with a piece of pineapple up-side-down cake.

nose is of honeydew melon, poached pear, quince, wildflowers and white jellybean. While tasting, take a moment to enjoy the interplay of vibrance, richness and minerality. Flavours delicately imply peach, tart green apple, lemon-lime and canteloupe.

Concha Y Toro Marques De Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Puente Alto

Quinta Das Camélias Reserva 2010, Doc Dão

Rich, dark berry fruit, wood smoke and menthol herald a deep, concentrated gusher of richly flavoured dark, juicy cherry and tangy bramble berry coating the palate persisting through the rich, balanced aftertaste. There's structure, complexity and no shortage of flavour. Wisps of tannin suggest a two-hour aeration decant or a further six months before opening. It pairs well with grilled ribs, steak or a hearty stew. Special Designation: Value Wine. Score - 4 Stars (out of 5 (Wine of excellence)). (Vic Harradine, winecurrent.com, Aug. 28, 2013)

Dr. Pauly Bergweiler Riesling 2009, Qba Mosel

2011-2012
Ham,

Anakena Lilén Single Vineyard Viognier 2010, Requínoa

"grilled chicken breast or pasta primavera;
aromas of exotic flowers, white peach and honeydew melon. Dry with a medium-full body and a lovely round, mouthfilling texture"

The Foreign Affair Cabernet Sauvignon 2007, VQA Niagara Peninsula

Madrigal Vineyards Petite Sirah 2006, Napa Valley

2008-2016
Beef stew and soup, French Onion (with cheese), grilled Lamb kabobs, Middle Eastern, Pasta carbonara, Pork chops

Jules Taylor Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Marlborough, South Island

2011-2012