Carol Ann Jessiman

Creekside X Blanc De Blanc 2000, VQA Niagara Peninsula

Lovely sparkling made in the traditional method and only disgorged in 2011. What a nice treat. Thanks Rob!

Rolly Gassmann Weingarten De Rorschwihr Sylvaner 2009, Alsace

Light floral and honey aromas, off-dry, pear and citrus on the palate. Paired very well with the mild curry flavour of my husband's Mulligatawny Soup.

Bonterra Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Mendocino County

Rich black cherry and vanilla, but not sweet. Nice acidity and tannin balance and a hit of spice on the finish. I'm really enjoying this one.

Lake Sonoma Winery Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel 2010

Jacques Tissot Arbois Chardonnay 2011

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Pierre Sparr Réserve Gewurztraminer 2007, Ac Alsace

Medium bodied with flavours of grapefruit, honey and lychee. Nicely balanced and smooth finish.

Sabor Real Viñas Centenarias Tempranillo 2005, Do Toro

Went back to pick up some more of this one. Very nice.

Yalumba Y Series Riesling 2008, South Australia

Enjoyed this one with the Turkey and after! Went back today to pick up a couple more to hold.

Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Gold Label Chardonnay 2009, Monterey County

Chateau De L'ille Cuvée Angélique Corbières 2008, Ac

Pronounced peppery nose, for sure, but not enough fruit for my liking. What was there was too sour. My bottle had a lot of sediment, so I'll try another one to see if things change.