Coyote's Run Estate Winery Black Paw Vineyard Pinot Noir 2013
Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario V.Q.A., Canada
If the Rare Vintage Pinot Noir is the lead violinist, even ethereal viola, the Black Paw is the richer, deeper cello for 2013. Fleshy ripe black cherry, yet balanced again with that racy acidity. Deft craftsmanship. Pair with duck comfit.
- Alcohol: 12.5%
- Sweetness: Dry
- Drink: 2017-2022
- Price: $32.95
- Score: 90/100
- LCBO: 116582
Sanctuary Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012
Santa Maria Valley, California, United States
Sweet mocha and coffee on the nose and palate from generous oak aging of this Californian Pinot. Fleshy ripe, sweet dark cherries and berries. Smooth and supple. Relatively high alcohol but it doesn't taste hot. Pair with grilled chicken.
- Alcohol: 14.6%
- Sweetness: Dry
- Drink: 2014-2018
- Price: $34.95
- Score: 88/100
- LCBO: 157248
Laurenz V. Friendly Gruner Veltliner 2013
Kamptal D.A.C, Austria
Lime green intensity. Loads of acidity. Refreshing x 10. Finishes with a lime lift into the blue sky yonder. Try with shellfish.
- Alcohol: 12.5%
- Sweetness: Extra Dry
- Drink: 2013-2017
- Price: $19.95
- Score: 88/100
- LCBO: 66225
Gentil Hugel & Fils 2014
Alsace A.C., France
A classic, refreshing Alsatian white wine with lovely notes of lime, Asian pear, white peach and grapefruit. Perfect as an aperitif or an accompaniment to many dishes. Pair with fresh seafood.
- Alcohol: 12%
- Sweetness: Extra Dry
- Drink: 2014-2018
- Price: $16.95
- Score: 91/100
- LCBO: 367284
Ascheri Moscato D'asti 2014
Piedmont D.O.C.G., Italy
Lovely aromas of orange blossom, peach and honeydew. Sweetness is tempered nicely by the acidity and slight fizz on the tongue. Pair with angel cake.
- Alcohol: 5.1%
- Sweetness: Sweet
- Drink: 2014-2017
- Price: $17.95
- Score: 89/100
- LCBO: 746479