Mikhail Polienko

Firebird Legend Pinot Grigio 2016, Moldova (Dk Intertrade)

The heritage of winemaking in Moldova is several thousand years old and goes back as far as the birth of the Firebird Legend.
Founded in 1994, «DK-Intertrade» is part «Dionis Club» holding. DK-Intertrade includes the AURVIN winery in the Vulcanesti region in the south of Moldova, the largest and most modern in Eastern Europe.
Sharply beautiful as its name this Pinot Grigio with its peachy and tropical fruit characters and zesty acidity. Soft and rich texture with a long aftertaste. Serve at 12°C on its own as well as with snacks, white meat, fish and salads.

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.

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

Château La Croix De Queynac Bordeaux Rosé 2013, Ac

Deceptively sweet-toned aromas of cherry syrup, candy apple and ripe watermelon do a delightful 180 on the crisp, bone-dry palate, where tangy red berry fruit, apple peel and red bell pepper take their place. A sensory adventure and a great foodie wine with grilled chicken or stuffed peppers. (VINTAGES panel, May 2014)

Concours General Paris’14 SILVER
Concours de Bordeaux’14 SILVER

Pasquale Petrera Fatalone Primitivo 2009, Doc Gioia Del Colle

The Fatalone vineyards are tended organicaly and the esate is one of the very first wineries, not just of Puglia but of italy as a whole, to be certified 100% sustainable with ZERO carbon footprint, helped by solar panelling. Although clearly one of Puglia’s very few trailblazers, Fatalone’s convictions are ancient and led by the motto of Nicola Petrera, Fatalone’s founder, “Who loves nature loves God and himself” (Jancis Robinson)
Vini Buoni d'Italia 2014
Slow Wine 2014 ****
White Star Vini d'Italia de L'Espresso 2014 ****+

Bostavan Dor Rara Neagra/Caberbet Sauvignon 2016, Pdo Etulia, Trajan's Valley

Bronze Decanter Asia'17
Rară Neagră 51%, Cabernet Sauvignon 49%.
Etulia Micro-zone, part of the controlled region Trajan's valley (South)
Bostavan Wineries Group - a leader among Moldovan wineries.
The aromatic intensity of Rara Neagra is accented with Cabernet Sauvignon spicy undertones. The ruby wine conquers with warm flavours of gooseberries, violets and cigars, passing slowly into a fine and long aftertaste. Matured for 6-12 months in oak barriques.
Serve at 16ºC. Perfect accompaniment for dishes of beef and spicy cheese.