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Mission Hill Reserve Chardonnay 2011, VQA Okanagan Valley
British Columbia, Canada$21.95
The aromas of this wine are hint at tropical fruits, however, on the palate, this white is dominated by cirtus flavours (lemon, tart oranges). Some definite minerality in the flavour profile as well as well as a good backbone of acidity. Oak is well in the backrgound. In short, a cool climate Chardonnay, and a well-made one at that. Tasted Dec 2013.
Ramos Pinto Duas Quintas 2010, Doc Douro
Douro, Portugal$14.75
A pleasant, fruity red from the Duoro. balanced, with little wood influence. Finishes with a bit of tartness and spice. Alas, not quite as good a previous vintages of Duas Quintas, but still an enjoyable drink. for consumption over the next couple of years. Tasted May 2013.
Château De Clotte 2010, Ac Côtes De Castillon
Bordeaux, France$16.95
Ripe, well-defined fruit, with fine structure with nice hint of herbs. Oak is thankfully very much in the background. Concentration and complexity are above average for the price. Recognizably Bordeaux (more so than many more famous names!). Really nice value. Worth buying one to try now, one to cellar for a few years. Tasted May 2013.
Cousiño Macul Antiguas Reservas Cabernet Sauvignon 2010
Maipo Valley, Chile$16.45
Interesting mix of ripe fruit and herbeceous notes, perhaps indicating relatively high yields. Alcohol is a bit on the high side and some tannin makes its presence felt on the finish. Solid wine for the $14 sale price, but I am not impressed enough to go back for a second bottle. Tasted Mar 2014.
Ogier Héritages Côtes Du Rhône 2011
Rhône, France$14.95
A very solid CdR, with flavours of red fruit, backed by ample notes of spices, local herbs and hints on pepper. I really like the regonal authenticity of this wine. Fairly prices at $14.95, was a grat deal on sale at $12.95 (within the context of our wine monolpoly, that is). Tasted Feb 2014.
Vidal Fleury Côtes Du Rhône 2011
Rhône, France$12.90
Medium to full bodied CdR. While not particularly expressive aromatically, this delivers on the palate, with ripe flavours of red fruit, local herbs and hints of pepper and vanilla. Finish tapers off a bit, but a solid mouthful and true to its south Rhone origins. Good value, for drinking over the next couple of years I should say. Tasted June 2014.
Lornano Chianti Classico 2009
Tuscany, Italy$17.95
Really well made Chianti, with excellent red cherry fruit, deft touch of wood, and refreshing acidity. As JS notes, very Tuscan character. If you enjoy Chianti with minimal manipulation, this is it. Best served with a slight chill (17C would be about ideal). tasted May 2013.
Bastide Miraflors Vieilles Vignes Syrah/Grenache 2011, Igp Côtes Catalanes
Languedoc, France$19.95
Very ripe and oplent, with plenty of dark berry fruit backed with notes of local herbs, and balck pepper. Well-made and scores marks for typicity, but somehow didn't quite warm my spirit. Certainly no 93 point wine as Mr. Parker indicates, yet still quite enjoyable. Drink now or hold a couple of years. Tasted September 2013.
Bodegas Altanza Lealtanza Crianza 2009
Rioja, Spain$17.95
A pleasant, medium-bodied Rioja, with decent if unexceptional flavours in the red fruit spectrum. interestingly, unlike JS, I don't perceive much oak in this wine and I am quite sensitive to that (bottle variation?). Decent acidity and tannin and just an average finish. Good wine, but a bit boring to be honest. Tasted July 2014.
Crasto Vinho Tinto 2011, Doc Douro
Portugal$17.49
Yet again, Quinta do Crasto has produced a super red at a great price. The depth of the flavours is impressive with fine tannin and a very good finish. Authentic Portuguese wine, worthy of multiple purchase. Tasted Nov 13.