Vladimir Torres

Château Haut Selve Réserve 2010, Ac Graves

Tawse Meritage 2012, Niagara Peninsula

Sorry, yes, it is good, but overrated and seriously overpriced. For $60 you can get yourself a real Bordeaux of true quality.

Château Des Charmes St. David's Bench Vineyard Gamay Noir Droit 2012, VQA St. David's Bench, Niagara Peninsula

Muga Reserva 2008, Doc Rioja

I love a good Rioja, deep beautiful colour, inviting nose, full body, fruity and oaky. I love all the things that others list when saying why they are not partial to them. But, when the Tempranillo-Granacha blend is right, how could you not love its richness? This Muga Reserva, 2008, is very close to perfection. Match it right (food and company wise) and it is a winner!

Domaine Baud Blanc De Blanc Brut, Crémant Du Jura

Delicious, creamy, bubbly Chardonnay!

Orestiadi Ludovico 2008, Igt Rosso Sicilia

What a lovely surprise, not knowing what this was (found out later it is a cab sauv/nero d'avola blend) I was delighted with a richly textured and full of varied spice flavours wine at a very reasonable price.

Confidences De Prieuré Lichine 2010, Ac Margaux, 2nd Wine Of Château Prieuré Lichine

Finesse. There is nothing overwhelming or salient about this one. Everything is well integrated, and all the subtleties are there to be discovered with careful attention. Your nose and palate will be rewarded.

Catena Appellation Vista Flores Malbec 2015

Very nice, with plenty of blackberry to greet you, some licorice, and what I would call an earthy undertone (my wife said "mushroomy")... this is a full bodied and very satisfying Malbec.

Domaine De La Côte De L'ange Châteauneuf Du Pape 2010, Ac

I could say some overused cliche about the rewards that come to those that wait... But, suffice it to say that if you have kept one of these in your cellar, it is ready! Recommend decanting as there was a bit of sediment. Very succulent CdP.
Enjoyed August 2018.

La Crau De Ma Mère Châteauneuf Du Pape 2010, Ac