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Sauvignon Blanc for Savvy Wine Drinkers

Richard Godin Weekly offerings Leave a comment August 13, 2021July 21, 2017

2016 Appleby Lane Sauvignon Blanc $20.85 btl / $250.20 cs (case of 12 x 750ml) With oceans of this varietal out there, Sauvignon Blanc can be unremarkable. However, if you are a savvy Sauvignon Blanc drinker you know where to find the good stuff. The 2016 Appleby Lane Sauvignon Blanc by Te Mania from Nelson, New Zealand is located at the northern tip of the south island where the climate is ideal to produce aromatic, high-quality Sauvignon Blanc. The sunny …

An Exotic Alternative to Sauvignon Blanc

Richard Godin Weekly offerings Leave a comment November 21, 2019June 20, 2017

2016 Zahel Grüner Veltliner $23.05 btl / $276.60 cs (case of 12 x 750ml) A single-vineyard offering from the premium Goldberg Vineyards located in Vienna’s city limits, which is one of the few capitals in the world that has vineyards within its city. This classic Grüner offers aromas of ripe green apple, lemon and green peppercorn. The palate is crisp, zesty with a clean finish. We rarely have it in stock! Grüner Veltliner is Austria’s most famous grape and was …

Demystifying Rosé Wine: Which Rosé Should You Choose?

Peter Wearing Featured, Wine Styles Leave a comment September 19, 2022June 8, 2017

Rosé has exploded onto the North American scene in the past decade. In France, it now surpasses the sale of white wine. While we enter a three-month stretch of blissful pink wine drinking weather we have to keep in mind that not all rosés are created equally. There are many factors that contribute to a good quality rosé. In fact, the different pink hues, styles, variety of grapes, county and producer can all effect quality and it can be daunting …

Amazing Deal on Super Tuscan from Top Producer

Richard Godin Weekly offerings Leave a comment December 6, 2019May 31, 2017

2014 Tua Rita Perlato del Bosco $36.95 btl / $221.70 cs (case of 6 x 750ml) Never let a good crisis go to waste, I always like to say. 2014 was cool and wet in most parts of Europe. Consulting a vintage chart for Tuscany will tell you it is a softer vintage meant for earlier consumption. As a result, Tua Rita’s American importer initially passed on their allocation of the 2014 Tua Rita Perlato del Bosco, because they believed …

New World Sauvignon Blanc That is Off the Charts

Richard Godin Weekly offerings Leave a comment January 13, 2023May 26, 2017

2016 Casa Marín Cartagena Sauvignon Blanc $19.65 btl / $235.80 cs (case of 12 x 750ml) Casa Marín’s story began with all odds stacked against it but is now one of the most renowned wineries in Chile. The dream of its incredible founder, owner and winemaker, María Luz Marín, was to “make wines that were not necessarily for the market but that communicated a clear sense of place.” Her goal to create a unique winery that produces high-quality and exclusive …

Exceptional Value From Southern Rhône

Richard Godin Weekly offerings Leave a comment November 26, 2019May 18, 2017

2012 Vidal-Fleury Cairanne $23.85 btl / $143.10 cs (case of 6 x 750ml) Today’s offer is not only ideal to enjoy over the long weekend but comes from Vidal-Fleury, the oldest firm in the Rhône Valley. If you are familiar with the Côtes du Rhône you have probably come across this highly reputable Rhône house. Vidal-Fleury has been in the business for centuries and is considered one of the greatest wineries in the region with an impressive portfolio spanning from …

What could be better than a 95 point wine for under $20?

Peter Wearing Uncategorized Leave a comment December 6, 2019April 29, 2017

A 95 point wine for under $16, that’s what! 2013 Vidal Fleury Cotes du Rhone $15.95 per bottle / Available at Vintages 65% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mourvedre. Enjoys a deep nose with white pepper, graphite notes and bright red fruits. The palate is powerful and intense with black cherry and dark, muscular berry fruit, crisp acid and some neat, grippy, slightly salted tannins. The finish is long with berries and spice. Score – 95. (Decanter World Wine Awards, 2016) …

Cabernet Perfection from McLaren Vale

Richard Godin Weekly offerings Leave a comment January 28, 2021April 26, 2017

2014 Dowie Doole Estate Cabernet Sauvignon $22.40 btl / $268.80 cs (case of 12 x 750ml) Although Shiraz is the most recognized grape from this region, great success has been seen with Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache and a number of Italian varietals. Cabernet Sauvignon is typically harvested in late March and displays the rich, ripe characters that typify wines from this region. On offer this week is the 2014 Dowie Doole Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit comes from two distinct vineyard …

Wine Profile: Why is Riesling a Super Grape?

Peter Wearing Wine Profiles, Featured Leave a comment August 13, 2021April 21, 2017

Pronunciation:[reece-ling] Origin: Originating in Germany’s Rhineland in 1435, when a German count bought six vines making it the first documented varietal sale Styles: Dry, semi-sweet, sweet and sparkling white wines Profile: Colour: Bright, pale yellow when young or gold when aged Sweetness: Wide range from bone dry to very sweet Acidity: High Body: Light Alcohol: Low/Medium Ageing: From 5 to 30 depending on style, vintage and producer There is almost nothing better than sipping a cold glass of delicious Riesling …

A Gem Discovered in the Valpolicella Hills

Richard Godin Weekly offerings Leave a comment September 19, 2022April 13, 2017

2013 Luigi Righetti Campolieti Valpolicella Ripasso $20.15 btl / $241.80 cs (case of 12 x 750ml) 26 years ago a naive young Canadian man ventured into the Valpolicella hills in search of great wine. At the time, he had no experience importing international wine into Ontario, but hoped he would stumble upon a winery that would believe in his vision and ambition. He drove for hours through the Valpolicella hills, not finding what he was looking for, and after making …