Domaine de Grand Pré Champlain Brut Sparkling Wine, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada: Almond toasty with mouth-watering notes of green apples and lime zest. This wine is named after Samuel de Champlain who mapped Nova Scotia during the earliest French and Acadian settlements. The wine is a blend of Seyval Blanc and L'Acadie Blanc. A solidly-made bubbly that makes a terrific aperitif. 11.50% D 750 mL  $29.50 Score: 88/100. May 12, 2022 Full Review

Domaine de Grand Pre Vintner's Reserve Cabernet Foch 2011 2011, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2013-2022. At the Winery 12%   $26.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Domaine de Grand Pré Vintner's Reserve L'acadie Blanc 2010, Nova Scotia, Annapolis Valley, Canada: A clean, crisp white with great acidity for shellfish and seafood. Light- to medium-bodied. Food matches: shellfish, poultry and veal. Drink: 2012-2014. 3463000012 12% XD 750 mL  $15.91 Score: 89/100. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Blomidon Ridge Reserve 2011, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2015-2017. 13% D 750 mL  $25.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Blomidon Cuvée L'acadie Blanc Brut 2010, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2015-2017. 21463 12% XD 750 mL  $30.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Blomidon Crémant 2012, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2021-2022. 10% MD 750 mL  $28.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Blomidon Tidal Bay 2012, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2015-2018. 1013995 10% D 750 mL  $20.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Blomidon L'Acadie Blanc 2011, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada  11% XD 750 mL  $16.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Domaine de Grand Pré Vintner's Reserve Castel 2012, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2019. 1005894 14% XD 750 mL  $20.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Domaine De Grand Pré, New York Muscat vintner's Reserve 2011, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2024. 11% XD  $19.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Blomidon Reserve Chardonnay 2008, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2024. 1010100 12% XD 750 mL  $23.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Blomidon Rosé 2012, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2016. 11% MD 750 mL  $16.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Gaspereau Vineyards Pinot Noir 2008, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada: A bright, vibrant Pinot Noir from Nova Scotia with lovely, come-alive acidity in your mouth. The tart cherries are a great expression of Gaspereau terroir. Drink: 2014-2017. 2444809951 13% XD 750 mL  $20.00 Score: 89/100. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Luckett Vineyards, Black Cab, NV,, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2029. 13% XD  $29.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Sainte-Famille, Riesling 2009, Avon River Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2019. 12% MD  $15.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Brut Reserve 2005, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2017. 275396 13% D 750 mL  $75.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Domaine De Grand Pré, Rosé 2012, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2016. 12% XD  $15.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Jost Vineyards New York Muscat Ice Wine 2006, Malagash Peninsula, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2024. 10% S 375 mL  $23.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Domaine De Grand Pré, Ortega vintner's Reserve 2011, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2019. 12% D  $20.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Nova 7 2013, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada: This lovely honeysuckle, apple blossom pleasure is never cloyingly sweet. It's also just slightly effervescent, enough spritz to make it refreshing and give a zip to your palate. It's a lovely pairing for the Canadian Feta Apetina, which can be crumbled by hand and is divine with virgin olive oil and some herbs. Benjamin Bridge finishes with pretty floral notes and white peaches basking in Annapolis Valley sunshine. Perfect as an after-dinner drink on its own when you don't want anything heavy, or pair it with a fruit-based dessert like fresh peaches and cream. Drink: 2014-2017. 256289 6.50% S 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 92/100. August 22, 2015 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Luckett Vineyards, Siegerrebe, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2016. 12% MD  $29.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Planters Ridge Winery Chardonnay 2013, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2019. 12% XD 750 mL  $25.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Vero Tidal Bay 2013, Gaspereau Valley, NS, Canada Drink: 2011-2013. 695555000188 11% MD 750 mL  $21.99. October 31, 2012 Full Review

Blomidon BMD Sparkling Red, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada  12% MD 750 mL  $26.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada: Crisp and fresh with notes of lime citrus and racy mouth-watering acidity for salads and seafood. This is a small lot wine that sells out quickly. Drink: 2014-2017. 11% XD 750 mL  $28.00 Score: 88/100. July 10, 2015 Full Review

Domaine de Grand Pré Vintner's Reserve Riesling 2013, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2026. 11% MD 750 mL  $18.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Benjamin Bridge, Nova 7 2013, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2014-2016. 12133986 6.50% S 750 mL  $27.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

L'Acadie Vineyards Cuvée Rosé 2010, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2012-2015. 11% XD 750 mL. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Cabernet Franc Rosé 2013, Gaspereau, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2015-2017. 10.50% D 750 mL  $22.99. January 1, 2014 Full Review

Domaine de Grand Pré Rose 2013, Grand Pre, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2012-2015. 1008192 11.50% MD 750 mL  $15.00. September 2, 2014 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Méthode Classique Brut 2008, Nova Scotia, Canada: The 2008 vintage of the Benjamin Bridge Brut is the best I've tasted yet from this winery, which is among Canada's best producers of sparkling wine. You're drinking the stars here. This bubbly is made using the traditional method of the second fermentation in the bottle, just as they do in the Champagne region of France. They also use two of the grapes, Pinot Noir (10%) and Chardonnay (8%), used in France in their blend, together with L'Acadie (42%) and Seyval (40%) to give a decidedly (and deliciously) Nova Scotia signature to the cuvee. All grapes are estate grown and hand-harvested in October 2008 at 17.9 brix and bottled in June 2009 after spending 5 years on the lees to add richness, creaminess and depth. The 2008 vintage had the ideal conditions of sustained cool weather moderated by the Bay of Fundy which allowed for slow and complex ripening of the grapes. Lovely aromas of lime citrus, fresh mint, and lemon brightness on the nose and palate with great replays of flavour. A long, toasty finish leaves you at the shoreline of this Atlantic bubbly longing for more. This wine dances in the glass like sunlight on the ocean, with just as much refreshing sea spray on the palate and senses. Pair with Atlantic lobster in melted butter and dockside daydreams. 415983 11.50% XD 750 mL  $45.00 Score: 93/100. February 1, 2015 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Domaine de Grand Pré Vintner's Reserve Muscat 2012, Grand Pre, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2011-2013. 1009895 11% MD 750 mL  $18.50. October 31, 2012 Full Review

L'Acadie Vineyards Prestige Brut Sparkling Wine 2007, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2010-2019. 11.50% XD 750 mL  $25.00. April 22, 2011 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Borealis Vidal Icewine 2009, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada: This stunning Nova Scotian dessert wine is named in honour of the Northern Lights, Aurora Borealis. It features luxurious aromas of apricot preserves, marmalade and clementine jam. Winemaker Jean-Benoit DesLaurier has demonstrated superb craftsmanship that hedonists will appreciate. Pair with star gazing and fruit flans, cobblers and crumbles. Drink: 2012-2019. 1008812 12% S 200 mL  $35.00 Score: 93/100. July 10, 2015 Top Rated Dessert Wine. Divine Dessert Wine Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Taurus Marechal Foch 2009, Gaspereau Valley, NS, Canada Drink: 2016-2018. 1009473 12% D 750 mL  $29.95. October 31, 2012 Full Review

Domaine de Grand Pré Tidal Bay 2012, Grand Pre, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2013-2016. 1013651 11% MD 750 mL  $22.50. June 2, 2015 Full Review

Annapolis Highland, New York Muscat 2012, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2015-2020. 11% D. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Jost, Ortega Ice Wine 2008, Malagash Peninsula, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2015-2023. 10% S. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Blomidon Vin De Paille 2012, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2015-2035. 15% S 375 mL  $35.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Blomidon Chardonnay Reserve 2013, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada  1010100 12% M 750 mL  $22.99. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Domaine de Grand Pré Dolce Vita 2010, Grand Pre, Nova Scotia, Canada  834630000334 14.50% S 375 mL  $29.50. September 15, 2011 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Méthode Classique Non Vintage Brut Sparkling, Gaspereau, Nova Scotia, Canada: A stunning Nova Scotia sparkling wine from Benjamin Bridge. This is a non- vintage (NV) bubbly that's a blend of L’Acadie, Vidal, Seyval, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay estate grown grapes. Aromas of freshly baked bread and golden apple. Winemaker Jean-Benoit Deslauriers has blended several vintages to create this signature style. Pair with shellfish and seafood. Drink: 2022-2025. 528752 11.50% D 750 mL  $32.95 Score: 93/100. December 2, 2023 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Domaine De Grand Pré, Léon Millot 2009, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2016-2018. 12% XD  $17.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Méthode Classique Brut Sparkling Rosé, Nova Scotia, Canada: A plushy, persistent sparkler with red berry, blanched almond, citrus zest and spicy flavours on the palate. Nicely done, versatile and fun to sip anytime. Drink: 2023-2025. 15688 12% D 750 mL  $34.95 Score: 93/100. November 18, 2023 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Cool Creamy Cheese Wine Full Review

Lightfoot & Wolfville Rosé 2018, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2018-2020. 11% D 750 mL. August 16, 2018 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Small Lot Handcrafted Vidal Icewine 2016, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2021-2023. 9% S 750 mL  $35.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Cabernet Franc Rosé 2019, Gaspereau, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2015-2017. 10.50% D 750 mL  $24.99. January 1, 2014 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Nova 7 Sparkling 2020, Nova Scotia, Canada: Benjamin Bridge Nova NV sparkling wine is produced in the Charmat method. This is a crisp, medium-bodied and wild-ferment bubble produced from Muscat varietals, Vidal, Seyval and Geisenheim wine grapes, fresh and aromatic with floral and ripe apricot, orange zest and mineral aromas on the nose; the wine is off-dry with lime-lemon zest, mango, apricot, ripe apple on a soft and persistent mousse. Chill and enjoy with spicy sushi or fish tacos. The "Nova" is in reference to Nova Scotia where the wine is made and "7" is for it inaugural vintage in 2007. Drink: 2021-2023. 256289 6.50% M 750 mL  $25.95 Score: 92/100. January 7, 2022 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Riesling 2018, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2020-2024. 9.50% D 750 mL  $20.00. September 3, 2017 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Handcrafted Small Lot Sauvignon Blanc 2018, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2020-2024. 11% XD 750 mL  $47.95. July 10, 2015 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Brut Rosé 2016, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2012-2016. 11% MD 750 mL  $44.50. June 16, 2015 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Hand Crafted Small Lot Riesling 2017, Gasperau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2021-2031. 10% XD 750 mL  $39.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Gasperau Valley, Nova Scotia Benjamin Bridge Brut, Hand Crafted Small Lot 2015, Gasperau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2021-2026. 11% XD 750 mL. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Brut Rosé 2017, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2022-2025. 1015073 11% MD 750 mL  $45.00. February 3, 2022 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Nova 7 Sparkling 2021, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2022-2024. 256289 6.50% M 750 mL  $24.95. June 10, 2022 Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Brut Reserve 2012, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2018-2028. 275396 11% XD 750 mL  $75.00. November 1, 2022 Scrumptious Seafood Wine Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Nova 7 Sparkling 2022, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2021-2023. 256289 6.50% M 750 mL  $24.95. January 7, 2022 Top Rated Sparkling Wine. Sensational Shellfish Wine Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Hand Crafted Small Lot Riesling 2020, Gasperau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2021-2031. 10% XD 750 mL  $39.00. March 1, 2012 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Cabernet Franc Rosé 2020, Gaspereau, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2015-2017. 10.50% D 750 mL  $24.99. January 1, 2014 Full Review

Benjamin Bridge Handcrafted Small Lot Sauvignon Blanc 2017, Gaspereau Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2020-2024. 11% XD 750 mL  $47.95. July 10, 2015 Full Review

Lightfoot & Wolfville Ancienne Wild Fermented Chardonnay 2020, Annapolis Valley, Nova Scotia, Canada Drink: 2021-2023. 462093 13% XD 750 mL  $56.95. November 10, 2021 Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review