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Raymond Classic Chardonnay 2010, North Coast, California
California, Usa$17.05
This is a well balanced, full bodied, fruit forward chardonnay. Yellow apple and sweet, canned corn are apparent on the nose with ripe, tropical fruit roundness on the palate. Tasted at WWAC Sept 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Church & State Quintessential 2009, BC VQA Okanagan Valley
British Columbia, Canada$54.90
This Bordeaux blend from the Okanagan Valley has great intensity and the sturdy tannic structure expected from a cabernet based blend. The fruit profile is ripe verging on stewed. Plum and blueberry compote aromas are enhanced by a graphite quality. Port like aromas of toasted nuts and baking spice add further complexity. Tasted at WWAC Sept 2013.
3.5 Stars
Fifth Leg Cabernet Sauvignon Shiraz Merlot 2011, Western Australia
Western Australia, Australia$9.45
This red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Merlot from Fifth Leg showcases each varietal beautifully. Cassis, blueberry and damson plum are complemented by aromas of black pepper, dark chocolate and dried mint. The wine is full bodied, with lovely complexity and a fairly long finish. The tannins are slightly harsh and would do well with being opened and decanted ahead of time. Tasted at WWAC Sept 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Errazuriz Max Reserva Sauvignon Blanc 2013
Aconcagua Valley, Chile$16.00
This Chilean Sauvignon Blanc from Errazuriz has lovely acidity and good complexity. Soft grapefruit and ripe citrus notes are enhanced by passionfruit and savoury tomato vine and rapini. This wine has an intensity and mouthfilling juicy freshness with a farily long finish. Tasted at WWAC Sept 2013.
3.5 Stars
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Jackson Triggs Okanagan Red Meritage Sunrock Vineyard 2010, Okanagan Valley
British Columbia, Canada$23.75
This is a full bodied, fruit forward example of a Bordeaux blend from the Okanagan Valley. The fruit profile of plum, bramble berry and blueberry follows through to a lengthy finish. The structure is balanced by a soft, plush fruitiness and grippy tannins and good acidity. Tasted at WWAC Sept 2013.
3.0 Stars
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Mission Hill Sauvignon Blanc Rsv 2012, BC VQA Okanagan Valley
British Columbia, Canada$19.99
British Columbia is better known for bold reds, chardonnay and pinot gris but this sauvignon blanc is a beautiful example of the varietal. A ripe, rich, fuller bodied example with honey notes, tangerine, and macadamia along with the typical green grassy notes of sauvignon. This wine has a long finish with softer acidity than most sauvignon. Tasted at WWAC Sept 2013.
3.0 Stars
Caliterra Tributo Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Leyda Valley
San Antonio Valley, Chile$14.95
This, medium bodied Leyda Valley Sauvignon Blanc is loaded with green vegetal characteristics. Green bell pepper and tomato vine overpower the subtle white grapefruit and lemon. The wine has nicely balanced acidity and good length on the finish but this is a wine you will want to drink very cold to soften the aromas. Tasted at WWAC Sept 2013.
3.0 Stars
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Burning Kiln Harvest Party White 2012, Ontario
Ontario, Canada$15.95
This is a dry, fuller bodied white blend of with a lot of character. Though the dominant grape in the blend is Chardonnay, the aromatic characters of the Riesling, Gewurztraminer and Sauvignon Blanc add complexity. Floral notes of honeysuckle are complemented by ripe yellow apple, meyer lemon, tangerine and pineapple. Adding further complexity are herbal notes of fennel and subtle nutmeg. Tasted at WWAC Sept 2013.
3.0 Stars
Château Ducla Bordeaux Supérieur 2011, Ac
Bordeaux, France$12.90
This is a classic example of an entry level Bordeaux. Red and black currant, dark plum and vanilla spice from the slightly overpowering oak influence are lifted by a tart, tannic structure. Tasted at WWAC Sept 2013.
3.0 Stars
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Deinhard Green Label Riesling 2012, Mosel Saar Ruwer, Germany
Germany$11.95
Pale green, lime zest, lively, grapefruit marmalade, high acidity, with well integrated and balanced rs, off dry, white grapefruit tartness, soft white floral notes on nose. Tasted at WWAC Sept 2013.
3.0 Stars
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