Wine Picks October 6, 2023 | Natalie MacLean: Canada's Best Wine Courses, Tasting Classes, Food Pairings, Expert Reviews

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Note: This batch of wine reviews is not part of the bi-weekly Vintages Releases. Instead, it's a collection of wines outside the Vintages section in store (general list) or wines sent to me directly from wineries that may not yet be available in liquor stores. Click on the Winery or Wine Agency link to get more info.

Red Wine

Trius Distinction Cabernet Sauvignon 2020, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Trius Distinction 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon is a rich and smooth Cabernet from the Niagara-on-the-Lake wine region, lush with dark fruit, dark spices, vanilla and smoky with a long finish. The wine was aged in French oak barrels for up to six months. Drink or hold. Cabernet Sauvignon food pairings: meat-lover's pizza, bison burgers, lamb, slow-cooked pork shoulder, beef brisket. Drink: 2023 - 2025 25366 13% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 90/100. October 2023. Best Value Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Rosés

EastDell Summer Rosé 2019, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Candied cherry on the nose with tart berries on the palate. Lots of acidity. Pair with seafood. Rosé food pairings: spinach salad topped with roasted pecans and strawberries, chicken kebabs, wood-fired pizza, fish and chips, roasted veggies. Drink: 2022 - 2024 560243 12.5% MD 750 mL $13.95 Score: 88/100. October 2023. Best Value Rosé Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart