Wine Picks October 14, 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

Georges Duboeuf Domaine du Pourpre Moulin-à-Vent 2019, Moulin À Vent, Burgundy A.C., France: From Moulin à Vent in the Burgundy wine region, George Duboeuf Domaine du Pourpre 2019 is a juicy, medium-bodied, and silky smooth 100% Gamay with rich plum, dark cherry, blueberry, earthy violets, baking and pepper spice flavours zesty on the palate. Tannins are fine and velvety. Drink or hold. Food pairings: roast turkey, cured ham and medium-aged hard cheeses, grille pork chops. Drink: 2022 - 2025 635797 13.1% XD 750 mL $26.95 Score: 91/100. October 2023. Top Rated Red Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart

Sparkling Wine

Chronos Sparkling Brut, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia V.Q.A., Canada: From Time Family of Wines, Chronos is a brut bubble made in the Charmat method and produced from 80% Chardonnay with the balance in Pinot Noir all sourced from British Columbia's Okanagan Valley wine region. Each varietal was fermented separately with some lees stirring on the Chardonnay. Bright and zesty with a persistent, fine and toasty mousse showing fresh apple, citrus zest and white-fleshed stone fruit flavours vibrant on the palate. Chill and enjoy with brunch dishes and creamy cheeses. Sparkling Brut food pairings: seafood canapes, veggies and dip, smoked salmon Bennies. Drink: 2023 - 2025 31539 13.5% D 750 mL $44.95 Score: 91/100. October 2023. Top Rated Sparkling Wine Full Review Add to Shopping Cart