Aubuisieres Cuvee de Silex
$27.99
Formerly known as Domaine Bernard Fouquet, until Bernard retired in 2021, handing the reins to Charles Lesaffre. Charles is the grandson of Gérald Bruley des Varannes, the man from whom Bernard's father André acquired his first vineyards, thereby bringing the story of the Domaine full circle. An avid practitioner of viticulture and oenology, Charles joined Bernard as an associate in 2019. Two years into his tenure, Charles has emphasized organic and biodynamic practices. Charles has continued, as Bernard before him, to capture the unique Vouvray mineral tones, along with the wonderfully balanced expression of fruit of the Chenin Blanc grape, in his wines.
The Cuvee de Silex from Domaines des Aubuisieres is made from fifty year--old Chenin Blanc vines in the Loire Valley. Soils for 'Cuvée Silex' are exclusively flint stone (silex in French means flint), imparting a smoky, mineral essence to the wine. Look for a bouquet of pear, green apple, quince, and melon that develops notes of mineral and honey. The wine is ever so slightly off-dry, which lends it a juicy freshness. Expressive and exceptionally well balanced on the palate with lots of lemon and a trace of anise. Great with turkey, spicy Asian dishes and salmon.
Wild Goose Autumn Gold
$36.99
Wild Goose Vineyards is a family run VQA winery that was established in 1990. Their products are not sold in the BC government liquor stores, so it is quite a treat to have them here. Autumn Gold is their best seller. A popular blend of Riesling, Gewurztraminer and Pinot Blanc, it exhibits notes of rose, apple, pear on the palate combined with a pleasant semi-dry finish.
Chiarlo Gavi Le Marne
$35.99
Michele Chiarlo is a genius winemaker, and this gorgeous, elegant white shows exactly why. Expect fresh lemon and peachy characters, and a medium-bodied palate. The wine starts silky and then finishes with a clean mineral note. Try it with sushi or shrimp and scallops in pasta with a buttery sauce. Made from Cortese grapes.
Gisselbrecht Gewurz Res
$31.99
The G in this case stands for Great! When we see a long lovely neck with the name Willy Gisselbrecht on the bottle, we know a good friend is back in the neighborhood! The family makes award-winning wines and this is another winner in our book from an area that specializes in Gewurztraminer. Irresistible aromas of rose petals and spice and rich, intense, spicy floral flavors. Terrific paired with spicy foods, especially Asian cuisine.
Sparr Alsace One
$25.99
A great deal from a famous French region. An enchanting blend of Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Muscat, Gewurztraminer and Pinot Gris. Floral, citrus and peach notes grace this gentle, well balanced white that ends with a long, languid finish. Nothing better when paired with Asian dishes.
Moss Wood Semillon 2023
$42.99
Semillon is a quirky white grape that is primarily known for use in Bordeaux white wine, where it is blended with Sauvignon Blanc. This bottle from Moss Wood and other 100% Semillon wines drink quite nicely when young, but also quietly have tremendous aging potential. Whether you buy a bottle to drink now, or pick up a few to cellar, you will be happy with your purchase.
More than 45 years ago, back in 1977 was the first year that Moss Wood produced a Semillon for commercial use. It was made with no barrel treatment and upon the first year of production was a major head turner. To this day, Moss Wood sticks to only stainless still fermentation for their Semillon.
Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc
$32.99
Craggy Range began life in 1998, with the purchase of two vineyard sites in Hawkes Bay and Martinborough. The results are very impressive indeed. This Sauvignon is rich with impressive elegance, a continually building array of lime, herbs, stonefruit and elder flower flavors. The structure is concentrated, brightened by fine acids and chalkiness typical to the vineyard.
Hendry Chardonnay
$52.99
Hendry Vineyards is one of the rare, special, family-run vineyards growing grapes in Napa, California. Known for producing some of the highest quality wine grapes their Cabernet is used in Opus One and their Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes are used in Robert Mondavi Reserve wines. In 1992 Hendry started reserving small lots of fruit from the best vineyard blocks for his own label. Classy and delicious.
Torlesse Sauvignon Blanc
$24.99
Torlesse takes its name from an early Canterbury resident, surveyor and farmer, Englishman Charles Torlesse. He gave his name to the Torlesse mountain range, which part circles the Canterbury Plains and was at one time the largest land owner and farmer in North Canterbury, and founder of the nearby town of Rangiora. Interestingly, the name Torlesse is given to the underlying bedrock from which most New Zealand soils are derived.