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Queenston Mile Vineyard Cheesy Chalupa Estates Jalapeno Noir 2018 Wine Review

Queenston Mile Vineyard Cheesy Chalupa Estates Jalapeno Noir 2018

Queenston Mile Vineyard Cheesy Chalupa Estates Jalapeno Noir 2018

St. David's Bench, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada

Community Score:90/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $25.00

Drink: 2020-2023

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 12.7%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Queenston Mile Vineyard

Agent: Perigon Beverage Group

Natalie's Score: 90/100

A lovely Niagara Pinot Noir at an incredible price! Aromas of cherry and berry with some spice. (Didn't mean for that to rhyme ;) This is produced by Queenston winery in Niagara for Taco Bell's Toasted Cheesy Chalupa taco. It sold out in 11 minutes but I hear more is on the way.

This Queenston Mile Vineyard Cheesy Chalupa Estates Jalapeno Noir 2018 was reviewed on October 22, 2020 by Natalie MacLean

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Jennifer Havers - WSET Level 3 rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

This wine has taken the guesswork out of that age-old question - what to pair with fast food tacos? Honestly, it might seem strange but this wine totally works with the cheesy chalupa but I would also pair it with pizza too. Aromas of cherry and cranberry, with a hint of warm earth and spice notes. Light to medium bodied with mouthwatering acidity (perfect to stand up to all of that cheese), ripe berry notes and light on the tannins. Enjoy!

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