David Brodati, DipWSET
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Cantina Di Negrar Garganega 2016, Bianco Veronese Igt
Veneto, Italy$8.15
Here's a great value in a lovely aromatic Garganega. White flower, peach, nectarine, slightly tropical. Medium plus acidity, medium body, well balanced and good to very good length. Under $10, can't be beat. It's an IGT so not Soave DOC, but would give many a Soave a good run for the money. Excellent summertime patio sipper. Went quite nicely with creamy curried chicken. April 2018.
3.0 Stars
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Farina Valpolicella 2016, Doc
Veneto, Italy$14.95
Here's a nice Valpolicella showing good typicity for the appellation. Fresh and ripe cherry, spice and pepper, framed by good acidity, medium body and milder tannin. Good length. Not overly complex, but a very friendly table wine. March 2018.
3.0 Stars
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Famille Perrin Reserve Cotes Du Rhone Blanc 2018, Ac Rhone
Rhône, France$14.95
The pale lemon almost watery colour belies some heft in weight for this Cote du Rhone Blanc that over delivers. Aromas/flavours of white flower, mandarin, peach, apricot, licorice and a bitter garrigue herbal element. A slight alcohol burn on the very good length. Great value. Nov. 2020
3.0 Stars
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Sella & Mosca Riserva Cannonau Di Sardegna 2018, Doc
Sardinia, Italy$19.95
A reliable Cannonau (Grenache) from Italy's second largest Island - Sardegna. Fairly intense nose of roses, red berry fruit, anise, earthy forest floor, cedar and baking spice. Replays on the palate with vanillin thrown in. Chalky tannins, high alcohol, medium plus acidity and ok length. Offers decent complexity for the price, but depth and length lacking somewhat. Good value while on sale. March 2021.
3.0 Stars
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Reif Estate Riesling 2012, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$13.95
This is for the 2013. Decent riesling typicity with a nose of peach, citrus, honey, mineral and a hint of petrol. The palate is slightly creamy with more citrus, tangerine and honey. There's medium plus lemony acidity and a slight late palate alcohol burn unusual for the 12% ABV. Decent length. A good enough food riesling that would complement lightly flavoured fish, poultry and Asian cuisine. June 2015.
2.5 Stars
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Frisky Zebras Seductive Shiraz, Western Cape
South Africa$14.90
A good value and approachable shiraz that should please a crowd if a large gathering is on hand for a summer bbq. Typical S.A. entry level shiraz with up front spice, fruitiness, not a great deal of length nor complexity, but acceptable as a party red when meat is on the grill. Grip it n' sip it. June 2013.
2.5 Stars
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Creekside Pinot Grigio 2010, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$14.95
I'm not a big fan of Pinot Grigio but this Creekside Estate version offers bountiful Niagara fruit aromas and flavours. My novice schnoz picks up apple, peach, lemon and lime. The fruit carries on nicely to the palate. Ok length with some minerality wrapped up by tart, slightly bitter acidity. Quite versatile as a sipper and with a variety of food. Picked it up on sale at LCBO making it a good value for my bottom feeder budget. Grip it and sip it!
2.5 Stars
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Chapoutier Belleruche Blanc 2010
Rhône, France$16.95
Very pale colour with a slight green tinge. Fruity nose. Nice viscous mouthfeel. Citrus taste that becomes a bit bitter and alcohol heat brings up the rear. Not bad (not great), Tasted June 2013.
2.5 Stars
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13th Street White Palette 2011, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$15.95
A bright and expressive Niagara blend featuring a floral nose with fig, peach, apricot, orange and lychee notes. The mouthfeel is somewhat viscous with medium acidity and good length. A citrusy and slightly bitter finish. A decent sipper and food playmate. Tasted May 2014.
2.5 Stars
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Five Stones Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Kpm) 2010, Margaret River
Western Australia, Australia$19.95
This is a medium bodied cab with decent fruit supported by measured oak. Quite well balanced with softer tannins and medium to good length. Not very complex, but widely appealing. April 2014.
2.5 Stars
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