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November 2005
Crow's Nest, 2004
$15.90
505420 |
Chardonnay |
Dry White No Oak - DRY |
| Ripe apple, mineral & honey aromas that are fresh, juicy & crisp on the palate with good weight & loads of fruit flavour |
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Hawthorne , 2004
$14.99
704999 |
Pinot Gris |
Dry White No Oak - DRY |
| Ripe tree fruit aromas of apple & pear with good weight, creamy fruit flavours & peppery lemon notes on the finish |
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Jackson Triggs, 2003
$17.99
206292 |
Sauvignon Blanc G Reserve |
Dry White No Oak - DRY |
| Even richer since we tasted in June with candied citrus & cut grass aromas, super juicy grapefruit taste & long length |
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Burrowing Owl, 2004
$22.90
510933 |
Chardonnay |
Dry White with Oak - DRY |
| Subtle yet complex in the nose with hazelnut, butter, vanilla, ripe pear & apple with good balance on the palate that isn't dominated by oak. Good fruit flavours and a nice bright lift on the finish |
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Golden Mile, 2004
$34.90
250589 |
Black Arts Chardonnay |
Dry White with Oak - DRY |
| Nutty & rich with layered honey, apple, pear & vanilla. Big viscus texture with a bright lemony finish - good now but worth cellaring |
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Inniskillin, 2003
$24.95
988568 |
Chardonnay Founders Reserve |
Dry White with Oak - DRY |
| Creamy, leesy notes to the apple & mineral aromas with subtle lingering flavours & a silky mouthfeel - think Burgundy |
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Jackson Triggs, 2004
$22.99
433375 |
Chardonnay Sunrock |
Dry White with Oak - DRY |
| Toasted coconut & ripe tree fruit aromas that are big & rich on the palate with lots of weight & intensity - A pedal to the metal style |
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Jackson Triggs, 2004
$19.99
206516 |
Meritage White G Reserve |
Dry White with Oak - DRY |
| Rich aromas of citrus, melon, fig & dried grass with a very lush texture, good intensity & balance that are long & lingering |
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Mt. Boucherie, 2003
$17.90
64527 |
Chardonnay Reserve |
Dry White with Oak - DRY |
| Toasty toffee notes to the melon & lime aromas with good balance on the palate & crisp acidity on the finish |
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Therapy Vineyards, 2004
$16.90
276550 |
Chardonnay 1 |
Dry White with Oak - DRY |
| Toasty oak notes to the honeyed apple aromas & flavours that are round, soft & flavourful on the palate |
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Burrowing Owl, 2003
$26.90
556621 |
Cabernet Franc |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Very ripe with white pepper, tobacco & herb notes to the ripe berry aromas but huge of fruit flavours, lot's of weight and soft tannins. There is little acidity here so drink now and enjoy the fruit bomb for what it is! |
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Jackson Triggs, 2003
$24.99
402248 |
Cabernet Sauvignon G Reserve |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Black currant, berry, caramel & mint aromas with spicy rich fruit flavours that linger, medium weight & a firm finish - cellar or decant |
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Jackson Triggs, 2003
$29.99
365882 |
Cabernet Sauvignon Sunrock |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Lot's going on beside the ripe berry & new oak with tobacco, herbs & chocolate, good weight & balance but the finish is chewy |
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Jackson Triggs, 2003
$24.99
80564 |
Meritage Red G Reserve |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Toasty oak, dark chocolate & black currant aromas, sweet ripe fruit with lots of intensity & juicy acidity - great cellar candidate |
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Jackson Triggs, 2003
$29.99
987800 |
Merlot Sunrock Vineyard |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Still tight with concentrated cherry, chocolate & coconut aromas, rich & plush on the front palate but very firm on the finish - cellar or decant 2 hours before |
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Jackson Triggs, 2003
$24.99
732172 |
Shiraz G Reserve |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Extracted blackberry & toasty oak aromas with peppery notes. Big weight & flavour intensity that gets chewy on the finish |
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Jackson Triggs, 2003
$29.99
987818 |
Shiraz Sunrock Vineyard |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Complex aromas or roasted coffee, smoked meat, new leather & ripe black berries with plump fruity flavours, full body & soft tannins |
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JT - Okanagan Vineyards, 2004
$8.99
605329 |
Cabernet Merlot |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Ripe fruit with hints of vanilla & herbs, medium weight & flavour intensity with a slight grip on the finish |
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JT - Osoyoos LaRose, 2003
$40.00
129999 |
Meritage |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Rich & ripe with concentrated fruit, vanilla & spice notes all in harmony for a great nose. The texture & intensity is big with good acidity mid palate, long length & firm tannins |
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Mt. Boucherie, 2003
$19.90
723759 |
Merlot Reserve |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Pungent aromas of tobacco, oak spice & blueberry jam with big juicy flavours, medium weight & chunky tannins - decant or cellar |
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Mt. Boucherie, 2003
$21.90
632893 |
Summit Reserve |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Pretty nose with ripe cherry, red plum, pepper & herb notes. Medium weight, juicy acidity & soft tannins - good flavours! |
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Peller Estates, 2003
$9.59
200048 |
Cabernet Sauvignon |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Ripe fruit with good flavour & weight that finishes quite dry but good bang for ten bucks |
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Sumac Ridge, 2002
$18.99
593095 |
BS Cabernet Sauvignon |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Savory notes to the ripe berry, currant & vanilla with lots of flavour intensity, medium weight & ripe tannins |
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Summerhill, 2002
$16.95
700203 |
Merlot |
Heavier Reds - DRY |
| Candied fruit aromas with cinnamon notes, good weight, supple tannins & decent length - a good buy! |
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Burrowing Owl, 2004
$24.90
556613 |
Pinot Noir |
Lighter Reds - DRY |
| Black tea notes to the ripe cherry aromas, almost liqueur like fruit flavours and big rich texture but the tannins really firm up on the finish, so cellar for at least a year. |
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Crow's Nest Barcello Canyon, 2003
$17.90
189613 |
Pinot Noir |
Lighter Reds - DRY |
| There's an earthy note to the cherry & red plum aromas with juicy rich flavours that are refreshing & flexible at the dinner table |
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Domaine Combret, 2002
$14.90
75150 |
Lineage Pinot Noir |
Lighter Reds - DRY |
| There is a solid core of fruit with some earth & mineral notes, good flavour & a dry finish |
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Inniskillin, 2003
$29.95
988576 |
Pinot Noir Founders Reserve |
Lighter Reds - DRY |
| Spicy, nutty notes to the rich cherry & chocolate aromas with medium to full body, a punch of flavour & tannins to back it up - decant or cellar |
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Lang, 2004
$16.90
426056 |
Pinot Noir |
Lighter Reds - DRY |
| Fragrant cherry & spice aromas with a plush rich texture & juicy long length - limited availability |
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Hawthorne SYLR
$19.99
75648 |
Brut |
Sparkling Wines - DRY |
| Fresh apple aromas with a hint of toast, crisp & dry with fine mouse - a Chardonnay & Riesling blend |
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Gehringer , 2004
$12.49
171496 |
Auxerrois |
Sweeter Wines - OFF DRY |
| Subtle citrus aromas with peach notes that are ripe & flavourful but also quite soft on the palate |
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Hawthorne , 2004
$12.99
440693 |
Riesling |
Sweeter Wines - OFF DRY |
| Honeyed apple aromas & flavours with mineral notes, good flavour intensity & a soft supple finish |
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Summerhill, 2004
$18.95
440016 |
Ehrenfelser |
Sweeter Wines - OFF DRY |
| Fresh apple aromas with a mineral edge, good flavour intensity with a tart lively palate. Much dryer than usual |
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