Mikhail Polienko

Cantina Del Castello Soave Classico 2015, Doc

Garganega 90%, Trebbiano di Soave 10%.
Rich fresh nose, reminiscent of acacia and wisteria flowers and white fruits, soft palate, distinctive mineral notes thanks to the volcanic soils where our Garganega and Trebbiano di Soave grapes are grown.
Serve at 7°C, as a sipper or an aperitif, great with white fish and light meals.
“Aromas of exotic fruit, white spring flower and yellow stone fruit lead the nose while the round creamy palate doles out apricot, mineral, chopped herb and nectarine. A mineral vein lifts the finish.” 90p,Wine Enthusiast'16.
**** ViniBuoni d'Italia'17

Irida Agiorgitiko/Syrah Rosé 2018, Greece

Irida is a goddess of rainbow and a messenger of the Greek gods connecting them to humanity. She travels across the worlds. Irida wine brings you a message of joy from us.
Select Roditis and Syrah grapes from mountainside 600 m elevation vineyards of Achaia.
Serve at 12ºC with variety of dishes including salads, cold cuts and cheese platters, white sauce pastas and light fruit desserts.

Livia Feteasca Alba 2015, Doc Cmd Cotesti

Crama Girboiu is a family 200 hectares winery started in 2005. Cotesti commune, in the south-east part of Romania.
The wines of Livia range are a delight for those seeking uniqueness and refinement. Inspired from the noble Latin name, Livia wines are powerful and refined, from the best varieties.
Feteasca Alba probably the most noble Romanian Wine variety is sustained by a velvety taste in which you can find the aromas of vineyard flowers and apricot jelly.
Perfect accompaniment to white meat dishes, poultry, fish and seafood.

Domaine De Joÿ Envie 2017, Igp Côtes De Gascogne

90p Wine Enthusiast, 2018.
Family owned for 4 generations Dom.de Joy is in the heart of Gascony, in Panjas (Gers), 170 Ha (10% for Armagnac) in Bas Armagnac terroir, clay-silica soils & rough sand (silt-silica).
Blend of Colombard, Gros Manseng and Ugni Blanc from the heart of Gascony.
Fresh and fruity, reveals notes of citrus and litchi. Round, delicate and the fruity on the palate with a very pleasant aftertaste.
Serve at 12°C. A wine to enjoy alone or with good food, to drink with friends! Enjoy as an aperitif, with seafood and shellfish, grilled fish, Comté, fresh goat's cheese.

Koncho Winery Saperavi 2016, Kindzmarauli, Kakheti

Oldest Georgian brand in Canada.
The best qualities of the famous ancient Saperavi grape are expressed in this particular vine. Dark colour, complex aroma, tones of currants and cherry match harmoniously with the pleasant tones of oak.
Aged in Caucasian oak barrels for 12 months.
Viticultural history ~8,000 y.o. Vineyards at ~450 m altitude near the river. Biggest part of the grapes from PDO Kindzmarauli micro-zone. Carbonate alluvial soils rich in black/blue slate.
Serve at 20°C, decant if softer structure is desired. Pairs well with red meat dishes, especially lamb and cheese platters.

Teliani Valley Medium Sweet Red 2014, Alazani Valley, Kakheti, Georgia

Expect plenty of dark cherry and blueberry fruit enlivened by floral notes, dried herbs and orange zest. The medium-sweet palate makes this a splendid after-dinner sipper, but it will also work with duck with a plum sauce, or with semi-sweet pastries. Ideal with semi-sweet fruit pies, pastries. It will make a great choice for elk with blueberry sauce or duck with plum sauce. Try it with Asian cuisine!
Prodced by one of the most known and awarded on the export markets Georgian wineries.

Alazani Valley Red, Kakheti, Besini 2017, Kakheti

Semi–dry red crafted from Saperavi, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes, grown in Kakheti, the most important Viticulture Region of Georgia.
“Besini” means “wine for a sacrifice” in old Georgian. Only the best 20% of lands (130 from 650 Ha) owned by the winery were selected with the help of French expert in famous Tsinandali and Teliani villages for the vineyards.
Pleasant, harmonious taste, fruity flavour. The wine is rich with blackberry and cherry notes.
Serve at 13°C as before or after meals treat or with sweet and sour souse dishes, cured spicy meats, dried fruits and cheese platters.

Cyan Prestigio 2006, Do Toro

Cuvée Benkovac 2014, Croatia

Middle and South Dalmatia Coast vineyards. Mourvedre, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon blend. Terroir driven elegant and harmoniously complex aroma and flavour of black fruits with notes of Mediterranean herbs (Sage, Thyme and Rosemary) followed by lingering cedar and vanilla notes finale. Serve at 17°C. Perfect match with grilled game meats and mature cheeses. Goes well with Mediterranean dishes.

Alazanis Valley Semi Sweet Red 2014, Kakheti

Alazani River parts Georgia and Azerbaijan in Eastern Georgia (Black Sea region). The Valley enjoys warmer climate and rich in minerals alluvial soils. Grapes reach higher sweetness than elsewhere in Georgia, so most popular semi dry wines are crafted here.
Vineyards are located in Eastern Georgia, Internal Kakheti, Kvareli administrative district in the South Caucasus. Vineyards are mainly located at the sea level from 400-500 m altitude borders, and river. Carbonate soils rich in the river brought blue slate. Climate is moderate warm with plenty of precipitation.
Serve at 16⁰C as an aperitif