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May 26/21 List

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Hester Creek Estate Winery Pinot Gris 2020, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia BC V.Q.A., Canada: Fresh, vibrant and mouth-watering! A lovely BC Pinot Gris with aromas of lemon and lime citrus. Perfect for shellfish and vegetarian dishes. Drink: 2021-2023. 12.90% D 750 mL  $15.00 Score: 90/100. May 20, 2021 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review
Hester Creek Estate Winery Character White 2020, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada Drink: 2021-2023. 12.90% D 750 mL  $15.99. May 20, 2021 Full Review
Hester Creek Estate Winery Old Vines Block 16 Trebbiano 2020, Golden Mile Bench, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada Drink: 2021-2023. 54031 12.60% D 750 mL  $23.00. May 20, 2021 Full Review
Good Natured Merlot Gamay Noir 2020, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A terrific Gamay-Merlot blend from Niagara that's full-bodied but not heavy. It's bursting with aromas of darks berries and plums. Perfect for grilled meats. Amazing price for the quality. Drink: 2021-2024. 19339 13% D 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 89/100. July 8, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Hester Creek Estate Winery Pinot Gris Viognier 2020, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada Drink: 2021-2023. 12.70% D 750 mL  $16.99. May 20, 2021 Full Review
Hester Creek Estate Winery Cabernet Franc Rosé 2020, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada Drink: 2021-2023. 13% MD 750 mL  $17.99. July 8, 2021 Full Review
Hester Creek Estate Winery Ti Amo 2020, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, BC V.Q.A., Canada: A vibrant, lovely, floral BC sparkling wines with notes of lilies, peach and apricot. Zesty and refreshing. Perfect as a chilled aperitif or companion to seafood. Great price! Drink: 2021-2025. 101422 11.40% MD 750 mL  $19.99 Score: 91/100. June 29, 2022 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Full Review
Hester Creek Estate Winery Old Vine Pinot Blanc 2020, Golden Mile Bench, Okanagan Valley, BC V.Q.A., Canada: A gorgeous, vibrant BC Pinot Blanc grown on 50-year-old vines. Aromas of melon. Medium-bodied. Pair with seafood. Drink: 2021-2023. 467316 13% D 750 mL  $16.99 Score: 91/100. October 27, 2021 Top Rated White Wine. Full Review
Georges Vigouroux Pigmentum Malbec 2018, Cahors, Rhône A.P., France: Georges Vigouroux Pigmentum 2018 Malbec, is a full-bodied, fleshy and flavourful Cahors with amazing balance of dark raspberry, black currant, earthy violets, liquid dark plum balanced by vibrant acidity and rich tannins, finishing long on the palate. This Malbec from Cahors loves life and is a real crowd-pleaser. Enjoy now. Drink: 2021-2022. 18370 13.50% XD 750 mL  $15.95 Score: 90/100. May 22, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Heavenly Hamburger Wine Full Review
Relax Bubbles, Mosel, Germany: Remarkable bubbly for the money. Dry, toasty and full-bodied German sparkling wine from the Mosel region. This is your party sparkling wine for the holidays. Pair with shellfish. Drink: 2020-2023. 488593 11% D 750 mL  $13.80 Score: 89/100. May 22, 2021 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review
Relax Red Blend 2018, Rheinhessen, Germany: A medium-sweet German red wine blend with aromas of fleshy ripe cherries and berries. This would be a perfect base for sangria and other cocktails. Drink: 2020-2023. 538926 10.50% MS 750 mL  $12.95 Score: 88/100. May 20, 2021 Best Value Red Wine. Full Review
Relax Riesling 2019, Mosel, Germany: A lovely off-dry German Riesling with aromas of fresh peach and apricot. Racy acidity for seafood. Light-bodied and pretty. As they say, relax! Drink: 2020-2023. 649111 9.50% MD 750 mL  $14.50 Score: 89/100. May 12, 2022 Best Value White Wine. Calm Curry Wine Full Review
Santa Margherita Brut Sparkling Rosé, Venezie, Italy: This lovely Italian sparkling rosé from Santa Margherita is fresh and lively in the glass. This bubbly is a blend of 50% Chardonnay, 45% Glera (Prosecco) and 5% Malbec grapes. Aromas of small field berries and toast. Pair with seafood, shellfish and vegetarian dishes. Great price. Drink: 2023-2023. 302752 11.50% D 750 mL  $21.95 Score: 91/100. October 5, 2024 Best Value Sparkling Wine. Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review
Aveleda Vinho Verde 2019, Vinho Verde, Portugal: Ultra-crisp and refreshing Portuguese white wine made from the zingy, vibrant Vinho Verde grape. Green apple racy acidity for fresh seafood and shellfish. Light-bodied. Great value. Drink: 2021-2023. 5322 9.50% XD 750 mL  $15.00 Score: 89/100. May 22, 2021 Best Value White Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

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