Natalie MacLean's Wines of the Week - January 4, 2021

Natalie MacLean's Wines of the Week - Jan. 4,2021

Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico 2017, Tbilvino Alazani Valley Red 2019, Markus Huber Terrassen Grüner Veltliner 2018, Imagery Estate Winery Pinot Noir 2019, Reif Estate Winery Vidal Icewine 2014

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Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico 2017

Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy

A robust and vibrant Italian red wine made from the classic Italian Sangiovese wine grape. Complex and layered with blueberry, strawberry, ripe red cherry, savoury herb, citrus peel and subtle baking spice flavours finishing long and juicy.

Alcohol: 13.5%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2020-2022
Voluptuous Veal Wine
Price: $23.95
Score: 92/100
LCBO: 3962

Tbilvino Alazani Valley Red 2019

Kakheti, Georgia

Produced from the white Rkatsiteli and red Saperavi red wine grape, this wine blend from Georgia's Kakheti Valley is vibrant with dark plum, berry, mocha and savoury herb flavours on the palate. Archaeological evidence indicates that wine grapes have been cultivated in Georgia for over 8,000 years.

Alcohol: 12%
Sweetness: Medium Sweet
Drink: 2020-2025
Terrific Turkey Wine
Price: $15.95
Score: 87/100
LCBO: 142109

Markus Huber Terrassen Grüner Veltliner 2018

Traisental D.A.C., Austria

An Austrian classic Gruner Veltliner. Fragrant with lemon, lime zest and herbal aromas on the nose. Juicy, mouth watering on the palate with Meyers lemon, green herb and lemon grass and a smatter of pepper spice flavours on the palate. Pair with seafood dishes.

Alcohol: 12%
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Drink: 2019-2023
Splendid Salad Wine
Price: $18.95
Score: 90/100
LCBO: 484956