Reif Estate Winery The Sun Skin-Fermented Vidal Orange Wine 2019, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: From Reif Estate Winery in Ontario, The Sun 2019 Vidal is a skin-fermented orange wine produced from Vidal grapes, skin-fermented with an additional 36 days of maceration on the grape skins. Nicely complex with layers of honeyed apple, ripe peach, rooibos tea and zesty citrus flavours vibrant on the palate. Chill and enjoy with roast duck. Drink: 2021-2023. 626036 11.70% M 750 mL $24.95 Score: 89/100. June 30, 2022
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André Goichot Pouilly-Fuissé 2021, Burgundy A.C., France: André Goichot Premier Cru 2021 Pouilly-Fuissé is a bright and generous Chardonnay, zesty with fresh-cut green apple, toasty nut and citrus zesty flavours rich and racy on the palate. A beautiful and elegant premier cru from a well-known and respected producer. Chill and enjoy it with creamy seafood dishes. Drink: 2023-2027. 32959 13.50% XD 750 mL $49.95 Score: 90/100. November 18, 2023
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Baron de Hoen Réserve Pinot Gris 2021, Alsace A.C., France: Baron de Hoen Reserve 2021 Pinot Gris is excellent value at $21. A stunning PG now, fragrant with orange blossom, pepper spice, honeyed pear and quince, the wine is balanced with laser-like acidity. Cave de Beblenheim has been making wine for more than 50 years and this vintage was awarded Gold at the 2022 Concours Général Paris. Drink: 2023-2025. 461657 12% D 750 mL $19.95 Score: 92/100. December 2, 2023
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Fiuza Verdelho 2019, Tejo, Portugal: From the Tejo wine region, Fiuza 2019 Verdelho is excellent value at $12. Dry, zesty and rich on the palate with ripe melon, fine herb, citrusy flavours and extremely drinkable now. Very nice for the price! Chill and enjoy it with seafood dishes. Drink: 2023-2025. 31189 12.50% XD 750 mL $14.95 Score: 89/100. October 21, 2023
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Evel Tinto 2019, Douro D.O.C., Portugal: From the Douro wine region, Evel 2019 is an excellent value Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Tinta Roriz red wine blend at $16. The wine is rich, full-bodied and ripe with dark fruits, cherry compote flavours and soft spicy notes from wood ageing. Nicely balanced with food-friendly acidity, enjoy it with Porchetta. Drink: 2023-2025. 190694 13.50% XD 750 mL $15.95 Score: 88/100. April 1, 2024
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