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Xavier Vignon Côtes Du Rhône 2020, Ap

David’s comment sums this up well; medium weight, easy drinking, and juicy. Very enjoyable desistir the 14.5 alcohol.

The Wolftrap White 2016, Boekenhoutskloof

Quite full bodied and good complexity. As David notes, a slight bitter finish.

I actually prefer the Roodeberg White, a similar blend, which is available in Manitoba for a little less. The Roodenberg has a slightly rounder and sweeter flavor profile, but is also quite complex and good value for the money.

Flat Rock Chardonnay 2016, VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment

This is electricity in a glass. Clear evidence of oak, but combined with good acidity, all in balance, make this a wonderful wine.

Fergie Jenkins Limited Edition Riesling 2014, VQA Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Escarpment

Bargain of the decade. David's tasting notes are spot on, but I will give this one more point. Quite lush.

Château Saint Roch Chimères Grenache/Carignan/Syrah 2020, Ap Côtes Du Roussillon Villages

Enjoyable despite the high alcohol level.

Via Nostrum 2019, A.P. Corbières

Smooth upfront. Nice, solid wine.

Kutjevo Grasevina 2021, Danube Kutjevo Vineyard, Slavonia

A very assertive wine with a dry, if a little rough, finish. Good acidity. Would definitely buy again.

Lavau Tavel Rosé 2017, Ac

Ditto. Quite excellent. Just got around to opening a bottle that I bought at the end of last summer.

Maria Papoila Loureiro/Alvarinho 2021, Doc Vinho Verde

I can’t believe how complex and powerful this is. So much energy - very mineral and tart but also sumptuous. I’ve never had a vinho verde quite as good as this.

Decelle Côtes Du Rhône Villages Valréas Blanc 2021, A.C.,

Really delicious. As noted by the critics, balance is key. Has a full bodied creaminess but also manages to be racy and lean. Love this.