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Schistes de l’Écu 2020 Muscadet de Sèvre et Maine

Nov 24, 2021

This lovely organic Muscadet is typically light and refreshing. Mineral and fruity nose displaying citrus and green apple. Light bodied with lively acidity, this delicate white remains balanced and surprisingly lengthy. An elegant, well priced white perfect with oysters on the shell or with linguini con vongole (clams). Enjoy!

Country : France

Price :  19,95 $

Code SAQ: 13807102

Score : 88+/100

Faustino I 2010 Rioja Gran Reserva, Bodegas Faustino

Nov 17, 2021

A classic blend (Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo) offering a unique opportunity to discover an evolved Gran Reserva Rioja at an amazingly affordable price ! Complex nose displaying forest floor, graphite, spicy berry and floral hints. This typical woody rojo offers good extract and volume in a traditional elegant style. Quite flavourful and lengthy, it will continue to evolve favourably (5 to 8 years). Great match with simply grilled veal or pork. Presently on sale : 2$ rebate plus 1000 Inspire points.

Country : Spain

Price :  27,75 $

Code SAQ: 10483026

Score : 91/100

Losada 2018 Bierzo, Vinos de Finca

Nov 11, 2021

This charming Spanish red from the Mencia grape offers great value ! Deeply coloured, this rich rojo displays good volume, a solid structure while bursting with ripe seductive flavours. Youthful fruity aromas are enhanced by vegetal, smoky and licorice scents. Surprising acidity (for this vintage) assures balance. Quite flavourful with good length, this satisfying red will be the ideal companion for simply grilled lamb chops.

Country : Spain

Price :  25,75 $

Code SAQ: 14013494

Score : 90/100

Tradition 2016 Arbois, Domaine Rolet

Nov 4, 2021

Fans of full bodied powerful wines should abstain! A lovely classic blend of Poulsard (40%), Pinot Noir (30%) and Trousseau (30%) that showcase a perfect example of the Jura region style. The seductive nose displays floral, berry fruit and leather scents. Typically light, fresh and well balanced, this easy drinking red remains surprisingly flavourful. A hint of bitterness on the finish adds length and complexity. Enjoy this delicate Arbois red with grilled chicken and mushrooms.

Country : France

Price :  24,75 $

Code SAQ: 14715710

Score : 88+/100

Gamay de Touraine 2020 Domaine de la Charmoise

Oct 28, 2021

This lovely organic (but not mentioned) Gamay, brims with youthful charming fruit. Deeply coloured, with typical scents of cinnamon candy, ripe cherry and potato skin. Light bodied as expected, but surprisingly flavourful with good balance and length. Try this very well priced red with your favorite cold cuts and dried sausages. Enjoy!

Country : France

Price :  18 $

Code SAQ: 329532

Score : 88/100

Lirac 2018 Château Mont-Redon

Oct 20, 2021

A classic blend from the southern Rhône Valley : Grenache (70 %), Syrah (20%) and Mourvèdre (10 %). This sun soaked red from Lirac, neighbours the highly reputed Châteauneuf-du-Pape appellation. Juicy field berries with earthy, floral and animal scents. Well balanced, with tons of ripe charming rich flavours that linger. Try this flavourful, great value red with your favorite Italian sausage pizza. Enjoy !

Country : France

Price :  25,25 $

Code SAQ: 11293970

Score : 90/100

Morgon Corcelette 2018 Château des Jacques

Oct 13, 2021

Bursting with ripe flavours from the 2018 vintage, this lovely Morgon is from in the reputed Corcelette vineyard. Deeply coloured, the slightly woody nose brims with dark berry aromas. Quite structured with firm tannins, a solid Gamay that will age well (4 to 5 years). Flavourful, with good length, it should match perfectly with a mushroom risotto.

Country : France

Price :  26,45 $

Code SAQ: 13863817

Score : 89/100

Les Grézeaux 2018 Chinon, Bernard Baudry

Oct 6, 2021

A hefty Chinon very typical of the 2018 vintage. Deep purple colour, the nose displays dark berry aromas with animal, vegetal and floral hints. Decant the wine an hour before to enhance its ripe accents and flavours. Quite rich and structured with firm tannins, it will age favourably 5 to 8 years. Medium to full bodied with good extract and length, try this tasty organic Chinon with a simply grilled beef filet. Enjoy !

Country : France

Price :  32,25 $

Code SAQ: 10257555

Score : 91/100

Clisson 2014 Muscadet de Sèvre et Maine, Olliver Père & Fils

Sep 29, 2021

Clisson is one of the 10 communal Muscadets. According to experts, Clisson is the richest and most intense of this upscale group! This power and intensity requires extended maturation (24 to 30 months) for this Muscadet to exhibit its typical elegance and minerality. Evolved and complex, it delivers the goods at a great price. Dried citrus, apple and a charming mineral finish. Quite flavourful, balanced, with a lingering salty tang, it should marry perfectly with your favorites oysters on the shell. Enjoy !

Country : France

Price :  22,05 $

Code SAQ: 12259992

Score : 91/100

Gabare 2019 Chinon, Domaine Grosbois

Sep 22, 2021

This excellent organic producer also practices polyculture to assure a clean and balanced environnement In the last + decade quality has dramatically increased in the Chinon appellation/region. This cuvée Gabare confirms the trend : deep colour, intense nose displaying fruity, vegetal and animal scents. Offering a solid structure (tannins and acidity), with good extract, freshness and perfect balance, this flavourful and lengthy red should marry perfectly with your favorite grilled sausages. Some aging potential : 4 to 6 years.

Country : France

Price :  30,25 $

Code SAQ: 13096110

Score : 91/100

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