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Domaine de Grand Pré Vintner's Reserve Ortega 2011 Wine Review

Domaine de Grand Pré Vintner's Reserve Ortega 2011

Domaine de Grand Pré Vintner's Reserve Ortega 2011

Grand Pre, Nova Scotia, Canada

Community Score:87/100

Community Reviews: 3

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Price: $20.00

Drink: 2011-2013

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 12%

Sweetness: Medium Dry

Wine Type: White Wine


Winery: Domaine de Grand Pré

More Vintages: 2010  2013  2012 

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Reviews and Ratings

Sean O'Regan - Certified Sommelier rated this wine as 87/100 with the following review:

The Ortega grape which was bred in Germany in 1948 makes up this wine. Medium gold, subtle but elegant nose showing pear, honeydew melon and sweet mandarin. Medium bodied and nicely balanced, with citrus lemon and apple most prominent, a hint of sweetness, but finishes dry. Very easy to drink, somewhat understated, but this should have broad appeal.
Tasted December 2015
Jon Steeves - Sommelier rated this wine as 87/100 with the following review:

Shows deep gold and declared at 11.5% ABV. This varietal shows it's heritage of Riesling and Gewürztraminer with aromatics of Bartlett pear, clover honey, candied lemon, a hint of ginger root. Medium body, medium acidity, medium intensity fruit. This wine pairs well with many Asian dishes including mildly spicy stir fry and Thai curry. Enjoy soonest. Tasted Dec 2015.
Monique Sosa - Accredited Sommelier rated this wine as 87/100 with the following review:

Brilliant pale gold appearance. Aromas are moderate with floral, apricot and citrus notes. Palate is off dry, high acid, mouthwatering and medium finish. Pair this crisp light bodied beauty with shrimp cocktail. Tasted Dec 215.

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