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Vintages Release December 16, 2023

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White Wine

Manoir de Mercey Clos Des Dames 2020, Hautes Côtes De Beaune, Burgundy A.C., France: From the Hautes Côtes De Beaune wine region, Manoir de Mercey Clos Des Dames 2020 is an Old World Chardonnay aged in old French oak casks more for mouth feel and to give the wine some smoky vanilla flavours. Clos de Dames is fragrant with ripe pear, tropical fruits, citrus zesty and fresh on the palate. Lot to love on this Burgundian Chardonnay. Enjoy it with a traditional roast chicken dish. Food pairings: steamed lobster with lemon butter, sauteed halibut steak, veal medallions in a rich white wine mushroom sauce. Drink: 2023 - 2028 512665 12.5% XD 750 mL $31.95 Score: 90/100. December 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Twenty Bees Sparkling, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: Twenty Bees Sparkling Riesling is made in the Charmat method with the Riesling wine for this sparkler allowed to rest on its lees between primary and secondary fermentation giving additional body, structure, freshness and texture to the wine. Then it is rested again on its lees following secondary fermentation giving full fresh fruit flavours and elegance to this delish bubble from Ontario. Sparkling food pairings: mild curries, Honey Soy pork ribs, brunch dishes. Drink: 2023 - 2024 34067 12.5% M 750 mL $18.95 Score: 88/100. December 2023. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart


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