Essex Wine Review

2005 IDEAL POINTE Barrel Fermented Chardonnay VQA

Winemaker’s Notes:
Lush aromas and flavours of toasty oak and tropical fruits in a rich buttery style. Light oak and balanced.

Food Pairing:
Lobster, baked brie and cream sauces.

Wine Competition:
Silver – 2007 Canadian Wine Championship
Bronze – 2006 Great Lakes Great

Price: 750 mL $29.15

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Winemaker’s Notes:
This cool climate star exhibits spectacular fruit aromas of grapefruit and ripe field strawberries. Zesty flavours fill the middle palate, softening perfectly towards the finish. Match with spicy dishes, grilled shrimp and fresh green salads.

Sugar Code: 1

Price: 750 mL $8.00
(1.5L also available)

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Winemaker’s Notes:
This non-oaked chardonnay with fruity aromas reveals the true characteristics of this noble grape. Hints of crisp green apple and minerals dance on the palate. Match with most cheese selections, turkey, grilled chicken and blush pasta sauces.

Sugar Code: 0

Price: 750 mL $9.50
(1.5L also available)

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Winemaker’s Notes:
Pelee Island Monarch Red is a fun and lively red wine with ripe and jammy fruit flavours. A welcoming aroma of cherry and violets give way to a balanced finish with robust tannins. This wine is great accompaniment to grilled red meats and full flavoured cheeses.

Grape Composition:
Baco Noir 34%
Marchel Foch 33%
Zweigelt 33%

Alcohol: 13%
Residual Sugar: 6.5 g/L
Sugar Code: (1)

Price: 750 mL $9.75

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Winemaker’s Notes:
Fresh honeydew melon and smoky pear with a refreshing, crisp finish. More Alsace than Italy in style.

Food Pairing:
Snapper, sole, pork loin and Creole dishes.

Price: 750 mL $15.15

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