David Brodati, DipWSET
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Fazi Battaglia Passerina 2022, Igt Marche
Marche, Italy$16.95
It's nice to see the LCBO bringing in more Italian native varieties like this very affordable Passerina from the Marche in west-central Italy. Expressive aromatics here and flavours of citrus, a tropical note, fennel and herbs. It's mid weight with a pleasant textural element. The acidity is medium and the length very good. A touch warming despite only 12.5% abv. Enjoy with cream of asparagus soup as you welcome in Spring. March 2024.
3.5 Stars
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Segura Viudas Brut Reserva Cava
Spain$17.90
Fine persistent bubbles in this bright refreshing Cava. Apple, pear, peach, citrus and butter notes. More fruity than yeasty. Doesn't have great depth but nicely balanced and decent length. Excellent value. This sparkler is versatile as an aperitif or a table mate for lighter fare. March 2016.
3.0 Stars
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Foss Marai Extra Dry, D.O.C. Prosecco
Veneto, Italy$17.95
A pleasant light refreshing off dry sparkler. Not complex or lengthy, but nice frothy bubbles with notes of apples and pears. A good choice for festive gatherings, as a host gift and as an app accoutrement. Dec. 2015.
3.0 Stars
(1000+)E+(28)O
Kaiken Malbec 2010, Luján De Cuyo, Mendoza
Argentina$14.95
Ruby coloured in the glass. Unabashed fruit scents hit the nose with herbs and fireplace ash. Palate picks up fruit forward black fruits that linger through the middle of a decent length, then leather, spice, and a hot finish reflecting the high alcohol. A little too hot even when chilled 15 minutes. Tannins are on the softer side. Would suit smokey BBQ fare with plenty of sauce.
3.0 Stars
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Santa Carolina Sauvignon Blanc Reserva 2011, Leyda Valley
Chile$11.95
This review is for the 2012. Pale colour with the slightest hint of green. Fruit bursts onto the schnoz with pear, peach, citrus and tropical aromas. Fruit forward, then distinct minerality and decent acidity. Short to medium length. It ends with a slight bitterness and some alcohol (13.5%!). Not a bad offering and decent value. A workable match for spicy curries. Sept. 2013.
3.0 Stars
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Palacios Remondo La Montesa 2009, Rioja
Rioja, Spain$21.00
This review is for the 2010. A light ruby Rioja that is Grenache dominant. Red fruit is primary in this approachable easy going Crianza style, but there's good savoury characteristics and judicious oak influences (vanilla and spice). Light to medium body, there's some structure to support the dominant fruit with tannins present but subdued. Very good length. A bit of alcohol burn holds back a higher rating. July 2014.
3.0 Stars
Stoneleigh Sauvignon Blanc 2012, Marlborough
Marlborough, New Zealand$17.45
A bouquet of fragrant citrus from this pale Marlborough sav blanc with a slight green tinge. Mineral citrus on the palate with lime the dominant fruit. A viscous medium bodied mouthfeel with bracing acidity. There's some bitterness on the lengthy finish that's a bit too pronounced, but overall consistent Stoneleigh quality. If seafood is on the menu, then grip it n' sip it! July 2013.
3.0 Stars
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Huff Estates Winery Off Dry Riesling 2011
Ontario, Canada$17.95
Huff's off dry riesling presents a rounded fruit driven riesling that while lacking enough precision to move into the 90 range, offers citrus and apple fruit, and late palate lime that with sufficient acidity, harnesses the sweetness. Medium bodied with some viscosity on the palate. Very good to excellent length. June 2014.
3.0 Stars
Babich Black Label Sauvignon Blanc 2011, Marlborough, South Island
Marlborough, New Zealand$17.95
Pear, citrus and petrol notes for the nose and honey, lemon and grapefruit on the palate. There's a fullness of mouthfeel with good minerality and juicy acidity integrated well with the alcohol. Not overly complex or lingering, but a good solid quaff. Grip it n' sip it! May 2013.
3.0 Stars
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Rocca Delle Macìe Chianti Riserva 2008
Tuscany, Italy$15.95
Mostly Sangiovese with a little help from its cab sauv and merlot friends. A solid Chianti with notes of red fruits, chocolate, spice box and oak. A full body, the 14.5 ABV is integrated and tannins are moderate. Not overly complex or long but juicy acidity makes this a favourable food companion, particularly for tomato sauce based dishes. Jan. 2014.
3.0 Stars
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