Closson Chase Vineyard Chardonnay 2016, Prince Edward County, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada: A terrific Prince Edward County Chardonnay from winemaker Keith Tyers. Robust, layered and complex with aromas of white peach, green apple and toasty oak. Lots of layers and pleasure. Balancing acidity and deep minerality. Long finish. Pair with game birds, poultry and veal. Drink: 2018-2024. 148866 12.50% D 750 mL $29.95 Score: 94/100. July 7, 2018
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Domaine De Bila-Haut Occultum Lapidem 2014, CĂ´tes Du Roussillon-Villages, Midi A.C, France: This Cotes du Roussillon Villages Latour de France Occultum Lapidem sources grapes grown on vines planted in schist soils close to the village of Latour de France. It's a red wine blend of mostly Syrah and Grenache along with some Carignan grapes. The wine was matured in concrete tanks. Produced by M. Chapoutier, this is benchmark Rhone Valley red wine from a spectacular vintage. Black fruit, smoke, tar and black pepper. Full-bodied, balanced, concentrated with great depth. An incredible wine for this price point. Pair with filet mignon. Drink: 2017-2022. 643239 14% XD 750 mL $25.95 Score: 95/100. April 24, 2017
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Momo Seresin Estate Pinot Noir 2015, Marlborough, South Island, New Zealand: A juicy, smooth New Zealand red wine, with pleasingly tart and vibrant cherry aromas and flavours in this pinot noir. Supple and medium- to almost full-bodied. Very tasty. Mouth-watering acidity is fantastic for a range of dishes, from planked salmon to roast chicken. The Pinot Noir wine grapes for this New Zealand, South Island Pinot Noir from Seresin Estate wee hand-picked. The vineyard is bio-grow certified and Momo is made using organic and biodynamic winemaking practices. Momo translates to "Offspring" in the native Maori language. Drink: 2017-2021. 163972 13% XD 750 mL $19.95 Score: 91/100. February 27, 2018
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