We asked our writers, “If you could buy only one wine from the July 5th release, which one would it be and why?”
Cave Spring CSV Chardonnay 2022, VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario, Canada $34.95, Cave Spring Cellars Michael Godel – Next weekend will mark the 15th anniversary of the Niagara wine region’s i4c, the International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration. This week’s only one ...more
Ontario Whites Excel, I4C Chardonnay Ahead, Elbows Up for Direct Shipping and News from Burgundy
By David Lawrason with notes from Sara d’Amato and Michael Godel
The Vintages July 5 release is mediocre. Don’t panic, I will explain. Michael, Sara and I have still found some of the best wines and best values (John and Megha are on vacation) — we and present them below. But as you will see the most ...more
The “Megha” Release: Summer Whites and a Trip Around the World in Sauvignon Blanc By Megha Jandhyala
This edition of the Buyer’s Guide is going to be a little unusual because David, John, Michael and Sara are away in British Columbia judging at the National Wine Awards of Canada (the results of the competition will soon be published on the WineAlign site). Since I am flying solo this week, you will ...more