Essex Wine Review

Winemaker’s Notes:
Fruity, with a hint of sweetness.

A dry fruity white wine made with Vidal grapes with a bit of Chardonnay added to lower the acidity. Fermented in stainless steel at a cool 12 degrees celius air tempertaure to retain freshness. Enjoy now.

Vintner: Sal D’Angelo

(1) – “off dry”

Price: 750 mL $8

CLICK HERE to rate and review D’Angelo Estate Vidal 2006

Winemaker’s Notes:
The first Meritage release from Muscedere Vineyards. Aged eighteen months in French oak barrels. It is a blend of our finest hand-harvested Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabenet Franc grapes. The Mertitage is full of flavours including: cherries, plums, and dark chocolate.

An excellent pairing for steak, lamb or big game dishes.

Total production: 85 cases.

Price: 750 mL $25

CLICK HERE to rate and review Muscedere Vineyards Meritage 2006.

Winemaker’s Notes:
Hand-harvested on a crisp autumn day, the result is an elegant Chardonnay with hints of pinneapple and green apple on the nose. The palate shows vibrant friut flavours with clean crisp finish.

It pairs well with pork and chicken dishes, as well as with grilled or poached fish.

Serve slightly chilled.

Hand-harvest: September 20th, 2007
Total production: 50 cases.

Price: 750 mL $18

CLICK HERE to rate and review Muscedere Vineyards Unoaked Chardonnay 2007.

Winemaker’s Notes:
Pale, gold colour. Aromas of ripe golden delicious apple and pear. A crisp mineral finish.

Food Pairing:
Chicken, salmon or trout.

Price: 750 mL $14.15

CLICK HERE to rate and review Viewpointe Estate Chardonnay Unoaked 2005.

Winemaker’s Notes:
Rich, full flavour, with deep current flavour and berry aroma. Another vintage year resulting in an exceptional Baco Noir of reserve quality. This will age wonderfully in a wine cellar. Matched with grilled or roast red meats, lamb, dark poultry, pizza, tomato based pastas and cheeses and dark chocolate.

Price: 750 mL $12.95

CLICK HERE to rate and review Erie Shore’s Baco Noir 2007

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Winemaker’s Notes:
Merlot/Cabernet Franc, dry

Dark red spice and fruit mélange showcasing cloves, tobacco and blackberries followed by a whiff of pepper. Our Raleigh Vines is a fresh, light tasting red with the perfect blend of spice and berries. The finish is smooth and silky; tannins are soft on the mouth.

Try Raleigh Vines with a salad of greens, blue cheese and toasted pecans topped with balsamic vinaigrette. It also pairs well with Chicken Cacciatore and veal or pork tenderloin dishes.

Price: 750 mL $14

CLICK HERE to rate and review Smith & Wilson Raleigh Vines Merlot/Cabernet Franc 2006.

Winemaker’s Notes:
More than your typical Chardonnay! This crisp wine carries a delightfully un-oaked citrus twist and lingers with mineral and fruity notes on the palette. Pairs well with cream sauces and your favourite seafood.

Sugare: (0)

Price: 750 mL $11.95

CLICK HERE to rate and review Sprucewood Shores Chardonnay 2006.

Winemaker’s Notes:
Best served well chilled, this wine is an agreeable companion to spicy or barbecued foods. It is also a beautiful wine to drink on its own on a hot summer day.

GRAPES: 85% Chambourcin, 15% Geisenhein
ALCOHOL: 12.2%
ACID: 5.8g/L
RESIDUAL SUGAR: 12 g/L
BRIX: 19
Sugar Code: (1)

Price: 750 mL $10.95

CLICK HERE to rate and review Pelee Island Rosé 2007.

Winemaker’s Notes:
This rich-coloured Merlot wine has silky texture with current and chocolate highlights that linger on the palate. This excellent sipping win complements rich stews, pastas and beef.

Price: 750 mL $12.75

CLICK HERE to rate and review Pelee Island Merlot Reserve 2007.

Winemaker’s Notes:
This is a dry-style Gewurztraminer with clean citrus flavours and a finish that has a touch of spice combined with a hint of rose.

Price: 750 mL $14

CLICK HERE to rate and review CREW Gewurztraminer 2007.