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Flat Rock Rusty Shed Chardonnay 2008, Twenty Mile Bench
Ontario, Canada$20.15
Still lively and drinkable. A bit on a light side, and finish getting shortish. Smoke and some fruit. (Aging) celebrity equivalent: Donald Sutherland.
4.0 Stars
Hamilton Russell Chardonnay 2010, Hemel En Arde Valley
Walker Bay, South Africa$32.95
King of Chardonnays where flavour meets minerality, elegance and flavour. Do not think this is a masculine Chard, as mentioned by some critics. Rather strong, but feminine side. Quality of Montrachet. Celebrity equivalent: Edith Piaf.
4.0 Stars
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Julien Schaal Mountain Vineyards Chardonnay 2011, Wo Elgin
Elgin, South Africa$14.75
Sorry, Rod. Chardonnay from Alsace would not taste like this, as they are more about terroir and style than grape variety. My opinion: nice balance of fruit and concentration, very bright acidity. Reminds me of cru Chablis, minus the saline note. Extremely food friendly, elegant and classy. Celebrity equivalent: Kara Lang.
4.0 Stars
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Ravine Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay 2009, Niagara Peninsula VQA
Ontario, Canada$40.00
I generally find that Ontario Chardonnay does not age that well. Drinking this one in 2014 and it is amazing. Feels young, nervy and full of toasty flavor. No signs of aging. Veeeery long finish. Worth every penny. Celebrity equivalent: Kristen Bell as Veronica Mars.
4.0 Stars
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Domaine Marchand Grillot Morey Saint Denis 2008, Ac
Burgundy, France$54.95
Found this one a bit died. Elegance? Yes. However, tannins a a bit too drying. Does not meet the expectation of Moray St. Denis. Still, fine price on LCBO sale.
3.5 Stars
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De Toren Z 2008, Wo Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch, South Africa$32.95
Tasted it @Stellenbosch with Emile, the owner of De Toren against Fusion V. My preference has been Fusion, while my wife liked Z better. Bought Z on release at LCBO. Gorgeous wine, only slightly less complex than Fusion V. Think top Pomerol with a bit of a New World twist. Feminine. Celebrity equivalent: Charlise Theron.
3.5 Stars
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Muratie Ansela Van De Caab 2008, Wo Simonsberg Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch, South Africa$29.00
This is what would have happened if best Bordeaux winemaker would have come to California - old world elegance and sensibility with some new world power. Cassis, hint of mint (SA feature), velvety tannin. A bit feminine. Comparable to great wines of De Toren. Celebrity equivalent: Charlize Theron.
3.5 Stars
Château Des Charmes Old Vines Riesling 2008, VQA Niagara On The Lake
Ontario, Canada$13.75
Tasting it May 2012. Petrol note of gracefully aging German Rheingau with good orchard fruit. Intensity of Spaetlese, but sweetness of Kabinett (translation - not too sweet). it looks like age has toned down the sweetness. Love it, Canada can really do stunning Riesling. Celebrity equivalent: Uma Thurman in Kill Bill.
3.5 Stars
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Hitching Post Hometown Pinot Noir 2008, Santa Barbara County
California, Usa$26.95
More youthful and aromatic than more expensive Cork Dancer cuvee. Great balance of acidity and fruit. Delicate (by California standards). Very enjoyable. Celebrity equivalent: Miles from Sideways movie.
3.5 Stars
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Stoney Ridge Warren Classic Chardonnay 2010, Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$16.95
It is a wow moment for a $17 chardonnay. Keeping the vintage in mind, this one reminds me of California Central Coast (Edna or Arroyo Grande). Plump, with sweet oak and caramel nose, but kept in check by acidity and minerals. Manly. Overperforms. Celebrity equivalent: Kiefer Sutherland.
3.5 Stars