Le Vieux Pin
Cuvée Classique Syrah 2021
2021 vintage.
Many forest fires and ‘Heat Dome’ where temperatures reached 49 degrees Centigrade in the Okanagan Valley.
This wine is the first vintage of 100 % Syrah with no co-ferments.
Viognier and Roussane were harvested earlier.
Crunchy red fruits, pepper and spice. Perfumed and floral with lavender and earthiness.
Workers in the cellar at the winery joked that this is a Syrah for Pinot Noir lovers.
— 2 months ago
Adriano Marco e Vittorio
Riserva Basarin Barbaresco Nebbiolo 2016
2016 Riserva Barbaresco.
Bright, shiny ruby red.
The nose of this wine is so floral….dark violets, roses and wild herbs.
Ripe black cherries, tobacco, truffles and mushrooms with a hint of menthol on the finish.
Bright, vibrant acidity pairs with close grained tannins to give a smooth, elegant finish.
We had mushroom risotto with black truffles with this wine. — 3 months ago
Castello del Terriccio
Tassinaia Super Tuscan Blend 2019
2019 vintage.
Equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
Nose of black fruits, bay laurel leaves, rosemary and thyme.
Black currants, black berry, plum, graphite, tobacco and eucalyptus.
Crisp, close grained tannins with refreshing acidity on the finish. — a month ago
Avignonesi
Cantaloro Toscana Sangiovese Blend 2019
2019 vintage.
Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot blend from Tuscany.
Medium bodied with ripe cherries, black tea, plums and green olives with a subtle earthiness and underbrush. Fresh, crisp zippy acidity on the finish from the Sangiovese.
This is great value for money.
I would have this with roasted duck. — 2 months ago
Montes
Montes Alpha Colchagua Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
2012 vintage.
Black currants and sandalwood on the nose.
Definitely showing its age of 12-13 years Black berries, eucalyptus, and crisp tannins..
Still ripe fruit, rich and round. Oak has integrated itself into the wine.
— 2 months ago
Yangarra Estate
Single Vineyard Shiraz 2018
2018 vintage.
Sourced from 6 blocks within the estate.
98 % Shiraz with 2 % Viognier.
Intense dark fruit, gentle spice, licorice, sweet black plums and a hint of black pepper on the finish.
Lovely, silky texture with well integrated tannins and beautifully balanced.
50 % whole berries, 20 % whole bunches, cold soaked then wild ferment in open tanks.
Aged 10 months on lees in French oak…20 % new.
This was a pleasure to enjoy with friends. — a month ago
Blue Mountain Vineyard and Cellars
Estate Cuvée Okanagan Valley Pinot Noir 2022
2022 vintage.
Shiny crimson red. Medium bodied, bright and fresh in the glass.
Red cherry, strawberry, very floral with a touch of underbrush.
Velvety tannins with lively balanced acidity on the finish.
The Mavety family established the winery in 1991 and are producing some of the best traditional method sparkling wines coming from British Columbia. — 2 months ago
MonteZovo
La' Solin Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore Corvina Blend 2021
2021 vintage.
A blend of Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella.
Red cherry, plum, chocolate, floral, prune and a bit of smokiness.
Medium bodied and so smooth with freshness on the finish.
This a great everyday drinking wine.
Inexpensive and works with so many cuisines…..not just Italian. — 4 months ago
Jamie Lauder
2019 vintage.
Equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot organically grown.
16 months in French oak then 12 months bottle aging.
Dark berries, plums, currants with notes of spicy Balsamic, lavender and rosemary.
Fruit and spice with a bit of toastiness.
A good fresh finish. — 2 days ago