Evan Keaschuk
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Mastroberardino Aglianico 2010, Igt Campania, Estate Btld.
Campania, Italy$20.00
Very nicely done wine that shows off what aglianico can be, though in a friendlier manner than most. Lots of black fruit, dried rosemary and thyme, and loads of minerality on the nose. On the palate, the flavours continue with the true characteristics of the grape shining through its medium+ acidity and grippy tannins. It's reasonably consumer friendly though and is a nice introduction to this varietal. Tasted May 2014.
3.5 Stars
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Main Divide Riesling 2010
Waipara, New Zealand$17.25
This is really nice hot afternoon thirst-quenching wine. The nose is bursting with apricot, nectarine, mandarin orange and ripe red apple notes along with a bit of honey and petrol. On the palate, it's off-dry and light-bodied with a bit of effervescence, with adds to it's refreshing character. Not overly complex, but it has good length and is a steal at it's under $14 price right now. Snatch up what's left of this one. Tasted April 2014
3.5 Stars
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Waipara Hills Pinot Noir 2010, Central Otago, South Island
Central Otago, New Zealand$15.75
Quite rich and ripe, this one has classic pinot notes of dark cherry, strawberry, raspberry, cinnamon, vanilla and forest floor on the nose. It's dry, medium bodied with medium+ acid, medium tannins, and medium+ intensity. On the palate, the flavours replay, with a bit more chocolate and cola coming through. This was really nicely done, especially considering the price, and is a definite crowd pleaser. Tasted January 2014.
3.5 Stars
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Domaine De La Tête Noire Vacqueyras 2010
Rhône, France$18.75
Exactly what I look for from Southern Rhone, especially at this price. Lots of black fruit, verging on to jammy/liqueur notes, along with baking spice and pepper on the nose. Medium-full bodied on the palate with slightly grippy tannins and reasonable acidity. This is definitely a ripe wine, but it's nice and balanced. A lovely wine to open on a cold night. Terrific value. Tasted November 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Rosewood Estates Semillon 2011, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$17.95
The nose on this one sort of fooled me as to how it would taste. Lots of green apple and lemon-lime notes on the nose, thought it's rounder and sweeter on the palate with some honey and butter notes, along with a bit of minerality. It's quite round in the mouth with medium-high acid and medium length finish. Tasted September 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Chateau Des Charmes Gamay Noir 'droit' St. David's Bench Vineyard 2010, St. David's Bench
Ontario, Canada$16.95
Not what I think of when I think of gamay, but I can dig this. Loads of black fruit, pepper, and a bit of earthiness on the nose. It's medium-bodied with soft tannins and the refreshing acidity makes gamay so food friendly. This one has a very good length on the finish. Excellent value! Tasted September 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Tollgate Fumé Blanc 2009, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$15.20
Pale gold in the glass, the oak ageing of this one is instantly recognizable. The nose is quite intense, white notes of papaya, mango, clementine, peach, a hint of fresh cut grass and green pea, and minerality. It's dry and medium bodied with medium+ acid and intensity and a creamy mouthfeel. The flavours replay on the palate with the ripe tropical fruit at the forefront along with a bit of honey and spice. This is not only a seriously good value, but also an excellent example of what barrel ageing can do for sauvignon blanc. Tasted January 2014
3.5 Stars
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Torres Celeste Crianza 2010, Do Ribera Del Duero
Ribera Del Duero, Spain$20.95
Really enjoying this one. Ripe, dark fruit and baking spice and dark chocolate on the nose. On the palate, those flavours replay with some more savory notes coming to the forefront . it has medium acidity with grippy tannins and a long finish. This is an excellent example of New World-style Spanish wine! Tasted October 2013
3.5 Stars
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Coyote's Run Red Paw Vineyard Pinot Noir 2011, VQA Four Mile Creek, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$24.95
This is a nicely put together Pinot. Classic tart cherry and raspberry notes on the nose along with a lot of baking spice and a bit of earthiness. It's light-medium bodied with light tannins and refreshing acidity and a medium length finish. it's not a stunner, but it's a tasty Pinot at a quite good price. Tasted September 2013
3.5 Stars
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Ciù Ciù Merlettaie Pecorino Offida 2011, Docg
Marche, Italy$16.95
Not what I expect when i think of pecorino, in the sense that the oak is quite upfront. Really enjoying this one though with its spicy/nutty notes that accompany the lime, peach, pear, and floral notes. On the palate, it's medium-full bodied with medium acid with excellent length. The finish is somewhat bitter though. This would pair beautifully with citrus and herb marinated fish or white meats. Excellent value! Tasted October 2013.
3.5 Stars
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