Essex Wine Review



Essex Wine Review, Wine of the Month, February 2012
Wine of the Month - February 2012
Colio Estate Vineyards 2008 Gamay Noir 

There is not a large production of Gamay Noir in Essex county and when it does find its way into a bottle of wine it is often used as a blending grape.

Colio's Gamay Noir is Lake Erie North Shore only 100% Gamay wine!

Tasty spice and black pepper notes along with a nice balance of cherry fruits are the recipe for this delicious red wine.

 

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Mastronardi a’Dorah Review

Thu 4, Aug. 11
1 Reviews
0 Reviews
3.00 overall score

Winemaker’s Notes:
This magnificent bubbly blend consists of Riesling, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris. Toasty apple, floral, lychee and honey bouquet dominate the aromas and flavour.

VQA Ontario
Méthode Cuve Close

12.5% alc./vol.

Price: 750 mL $12.75 ($10.00 + tax) = $11.30

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Sprucewood Shores Rosé 2010 Review

Wed 27, Jul. 11
1 Reviews
0 Reviews
4.33 overall score

Winemaker’s Notes:
Clean and refreshing on the palate with flavours of strawberry and cherry, this wine ends in a semi-sweet finish. Perfect for sipping on the patio or pairing with spicy dishes, salads, and fresh fruit. The 2010 Rose is a blend of lightly pressed Cabernet Franc and Pinot Noir grapes.

VQA Lake Erie North Shore

Blends: 65% Cabernet Franc, 15% Pinot Noir, 10% Riesling, 10% Pinot Gris
12.5% alc./vol
Sugar: 2

Released On: April 19th, 2011

Price: 750 mL $12.95

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Sprucewood Shores Pinot Gris 2009 Review

Thu 27, May. 10
1 Reviews
0 Reviews
5.00 overall score

Winemaker’s Notes:
A delicious Pinot Gris that shows grapefruit & pear on the nose. Flavors of peach & citrus grace the tastebuds with a soft feel, until a pleasant surprise comes with it’s zesty finish. Excellent with seafood, salads, and light meats.

VQA Ontario
12.5% alc./vol.
Sugar Code: 1

Price: 750 mL $12.95

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Pelee Island Pinot Gris 2008 Review

Mon 22, Feb. 10
1 Reviews
0 Reviews
5.00 overall score

2008 Pinot Gris Vendange Tardive

Winemaker’s Notes:
Pinot Gris at it’s best produces wines that are soft, perfumed with more color than most other white wines.

Food Recommendations:
With a rich pear flavor and a touch of sweetness this wine makes an ideal aperitif. It is best with old age cheese, blue cheese, nuts (walnuts) and Peking duck.

Grape Composition: 100% Pinot Gris
Alcohol: 13%
Sugar Code: (0)


VQA Pelee Island

Price: 750 mL $15.95

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Aleksander Estate Pinot Grigio 2008 Review

Wed 28, Oct. 09
1 Reviews
0 Reviews
2.67 overall score

Winemaker’s Notes:
A full-bodied, crisp, dry wine with golden apple and ripe pear aromas, coupled with underlying mineral notes. A great sipping wine. This pairs well with mediterranean dishes, roasted chicken and seafood.

12.8% alc./vol.

Price: 750 mL $12.95

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Pelee Island Pinot Grigio 2008 Review

Sat 10, Oct. 09
1 Reviews
0 Reviews
5.00 overall score

Winemaker’s Notes:
This wine is an ideal partner for light chicken dishes, seafood, vegetables, fresh cheeses and appetizers. Imagine a light lunch with friends consisting of a shitake mushroom and havarti cheese quiche with a mixed green salad drizzled with a light vinaigrette dressing and a glass of our Pinot Gris chilled to perfection. Or maybe just sipping a glass of this wine under the stars with your sweetheart. Either way, this is a deliciously delicate wine that you are sure to enjoy.

Pinot Grigio has a hint of bronze colour with a subtle bouquet of soft peach and almond. With its balanced acidity and apple-like finish, this wine makes an ideal partner for light chicken dishes or seafood. Yes, Pinot Gris is the same as Pinot Grigio.

GRAPES: 89% Pinot Gris, 11% Riesling

AWARDS: Gold – Ontario Wine Awards 2009 (Vines Magazine Pinot Gris Award)

VQA Ontario
12.5% alc./vol.

Price: 750 mL $11.95

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Smith & Wilson End Of The Line 2008 Review

Fri 31, Jul. 09
1 Reviews
0 Reviews
5.00 overall score

Winemaker’s Notes:
Our first white blend. Viognier, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris & Pinot Noir (vinted off the skins)

VQA Ontario
12% alc./vol.

Price: 750 mL $13

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Sprucewood Shores Pinot Gris 2008 Review

Sun 14, Jun. 09
1 Reviews
0 Reviews
5.00 overall score

Winemaker’s Notes:
Upfront buttery and honey flavours give way to hints of peach and grapefruit, finishing with a fresh citrus zest. Ideally paired with foods enchanced by an acidic influence. Seafoods and shell fish.

12.5% alc./vol.

Price: 750 mL $14.95

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Smith & Wilson Pinot Gris 2007 Review

Thu 22, Jan. 09
1 Reviews
0 Reviews
5.00 overall score

Winemaker’s Notes:
Shimmering pale gold white wine. The bouquet suggests melon and pear. Warm and rich on the palate, our Pinot Gris has a pleasant mouth feel with core flavours of pear and honey.

Try sipping our Pinot with a nice selection of appetizers. Tantalize those taste buds with liver pate, brie and camembert cheese, mini quiches and cheese straws. For a main course, try it with salmon, duck or Tex Mex dishes. It’s good with pizza too!

Dry white dry

Price: 750 mL $14

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Sprucewood Shores Pinot Gris 2007 Review

Sun 14, Dec. 08
1 Reviews
0 Reviews
5.00 overall score

Winemaker’s Notes:
Upfront buttery and honey flavours give way to hints of peach and grapefruit, finishing with a fresh citrus zest. Ideally paired with foods enhanced by an acidic influence, such as your favourite seafood or shellfish.

Sugar: (1)
Price: 750mL $14.95

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