Well, it's been 365 days and today we taste our 365th wine ... it's been a tough job but someone had to do it ... and we end the saga with another Sauvignon Blanc ... from Chile. It's been a year since we started and one of the first we tasted was a Sauv from Chile ... and I only thought it fitting we end on the same hi note we started with! Cheers ...
ESPIRITU DE CHILE SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 60640 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.95 White Wine, 13.3% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: Chile By: Espiritu De Chile Limited
Tasting Note - An elegantly structured Sauvignon Blanc which impresses with its pronounced fruit notes. Aromas of peach and citrus blend perfectly with spicy freshness and subdued earthy tones.
Serving Suggestion - Enjoy this Sauvignon Blanc chilled with any poultry, fish or as an aperitif.
Joe
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Showing posts with label Sauvignon Blanc. Show all posts
359 Wines In 359 Days ...
Found another of my favorite grapes from one of my favorite countries ... right near the end of our quest and it was not a disappointment!
CALITERRA SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 275909 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 8.95 White Wine, 13.0% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: Chile By: Caliterra Winery
Tasting Note - Pale straw colour; light herbaceous nose; crisp and refreshing citrus flavours with a clean finish
Serving Suggestion - Serve chilled with chicken or pork satays or spring rolls
Joe
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CALITERRA SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 275909 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 8.95 White Wine, 13.0% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: Chile By: Caliterra Winery
Tasting Note - Pale straw colour; light herbaceous nose; crisp and refreshing citrus flavours with a clean finish
Serving Suggestion - Serve chilled with chicken or pork satays or spring rolls
Joe
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328 Wines In 328 Days ..
FOUR EMUS SAUVIGNON BLANC SEM
LCBO 615039 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 6.95 White Wine, 13.0% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: Australia By: Constellation Wines Australia
Tasting Note - Clear & pale; aromas & flavours of green and red pepper, citrus with a note of grassiness; dry, slightly creamy on the palate, medium to long finish.
Serving Suggestion - Serve with chicken or patio fare.
Joe
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LCBO 615039 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 6.95 White Wine, 13.0% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: Australia By: Constellation Wines Australia
Tasting Note - Clear & pale; aromas & flavours of green and red pepper, citrus with a note of grassiness; dry, slightly creamy on the palate, medium to long finish.
Serving Suggestion - Serve with chicken or patio fare.
Joe
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310 Wines In 310 Days ...
It's been awhile since we tried a Sauvignon Blanc ... and Chile continues to impress.
J. BOUCHON SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 531749 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.35 White Wine, 13.0% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: Chile By: Vinedos J. Bouchon Y Cia. Ltda.
Tasting Note - Pale straw colour; citrus and peach fruit with gentle grassy notes; dry, with fine balancing acidity, light tropical fruit, melon and citrus on the palate; dry, crisp and well balanced on the finish.
Serving Suggestion - Grilled chicken breast, pan fried fish or seafood chowder.
Joe
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J. BOUCHON SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 531749 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.35 White Wine, 13.0% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: Chile By: Vinedos J. Bouchon Y Cia. Ltda.
Tasting Note - Pale straw colour; citrus and peach fruit with gentle grassy notes; dry, with fine balancing acidity, light tropical fruit, melon and citrus on the palate; dry, crisp and well balanced on the finish.
Serving Suggestion - Grilled chicken breast, pan fried fish or seafood chowder.
Joe
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247 Wines In 247 Days ...
OK, was kinda disappointed here ... found another Sauvignon Blanc under $10 (starting to run out of these!!) ... the aroma was nice and so I had a sip with great anticipation and I was disappointed. It was very light and I guess would make a nice outdoors "sipper" on a hot afternoon but certainly not like most of the other Sauvignon's I've enjoyed. In fact, it reminded me of the other South African Sauv that is found in a lot of Ottawa restaurants ... Two Oceans ... and that one didn't impress as well as I remember!!
THE BEACH HOUSE SAUVIGNON BLANC SEMILLON
LCBO 122390 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.95 White Wine 12.0% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: South Africa By: Dgb-Bellingham
Tasting Note: Dry, crisp with delicious citrus notes yet smooth and very easy drinking.
Serving Suggestion: seafood, salad, chicken, fish, white meat, apéritif
Joe
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THE BEACH HOUSE SAUVIGNON BLANC SEMILLON
LCBO 122390 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.95 White Wine 12.0% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: South Africa By: Dgb-Bellingham
Tasting Note: Dry, crisp with delicious citrus notes yet smooth and very easy drinking.
Serving Suggestion: seafood, salad, chicken, fish, white meat, apéritif
Joe
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216 Wines In 216 Days ...
On Canada Day we had a burger alert ... so to celebrate with our friends to the south on their birthday we came up with my favorite wine ... Sauvignon Blanc ... with favorite food ... PIZZA ... of course!!! Enjoy!!! We did ...
SUTTER HOME SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 327890 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.95 White Wine, 13.0% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: California/Californie, United States By: Sutter Home Winery
Tasting Note - Pale straw colour; granny smith apples, limes and a hint of vanilla on the nose; dry, medium bodied with a crisp, citrus finish.
Serving Suggestion - Serve chilled with seafood pasta, pizza or finger foods
Joe
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SUTTER HOME SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 327890 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.95 White Wine, 13.0% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: California/Californie, United States By: Sutter Home Winery
Tasting Note - Pale straw colour; granny smith apples, limes and a hint of vanilla on the nose; dry, medium bodied with a crisp, citrus finish.
Serving Suggestion - Serve chilled with seafood pasta, pizza or finger foods
Joe
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195 Wines In 195 Days ...
YVON MAU SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 19653 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.95 White Wine, 11.0% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: Languedoc, France By: Yvon Mau Et Fils
Tasting Note - Very pale straw in colour; herbal, citrus, green grass & gooseberry aromas; dry, fresh citrus * herbs, light body with a bright fresh medium finish.
Serving Suggestion - Serve with summer salads or sip on its own.
Joe
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LCBO 19653 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.95 White Wine, 11.0% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: Languedoc, France By: Yvon Mau Et Fils
Tasting Note - Very pale straw in colour; herbal, citrus, green grass & gooseberry aromas; dry, fresh citrus * herbs, light body with a bright fresh medium finish.
Serving Suggestion - Serve with summer salads or sip on its own.
Joe
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122 Wines In 122 Days ...
Well I was excited with the selection today ... everyone knows my favorite wine is Sauvignon Blanc and one of my favorite regions is Chile ... but ... I was so disappointed! It was very acidic and the grassy aromas that pour forth when you open a good bottle were hardly evident ... we didn't have the pizza suggested below (maybe THAT was the problem!!) but we did have one of my favorite dips with tortilla chips and I thought for sure we had an amazing match ... I have to give it a 6.5/10 ...
SANTA CAROLINA SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 269597 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.50 White Wine, 13.5% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: Chile, By: Vina Santa Carolina
Tasting Note - Straw yellow colour; grassy, gooseberry and melon nose with ripe citrus fruit flavours; dry, fresh, soft with grassy/citrus notes in the finish.
Serving Suggestion - Seafood pasta, pesto/chevre pizza, veggie dishes and light fish dishes.
Joe
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SANTA CAROLINA SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 269597 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.50 White Wine, 13.5% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: Chile, By: Vina Santa Carolina
Tasting Note - Straw yellow colour; grassy, gooseberry and melon nose with ripe citrus fruit flavours; dry, fresh, soft with grassy/citrus notes in the finish.
Serving Suggestion - Seafood pasta, pesto/chevre pizza, veggie dishes and light fish dishes.
Joe
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107 Wines In 107 Days ...
Two Sauv's in 2 days ... and we've got a winner here (unlike a couple days ago)!! It had a pronounced grassy aroma and was bouncy and fresh with citrus and peach flavor. Another Canadian wine from the West Coast with a solid 8/10 ...
PAINTED TURTLE SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 22194 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.95 White Wine, 12.5% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: British Columbia, Canada, By: Mission Hill Vineyards Inc.
Tasting Note - Pale yellow with tinge of green; faint grassy notes, citrus & green peach; light to medium-bodied, tangy lemon-lime, peach & melon flavours; medium finish.
Serving Suggestion - Serve with lemon herb roasted chicken or grilled snapper with lemon & cilantro.
Joe
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PAINTED TURTLE SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 22194 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.95 White Wine, 12.5% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: British Columbia, Canada, By: Mission Hill Vineyards Inc.
Tasting Note - Pale yellow with tinge of green; faint grassy notes, citrus & green peach; light to medium-bodied, tangy lemon-lime, peach & melon flavours; medium finish.
Serving Suggestion - Serve with lemon herb roasted chicken or grilled snapper with lemon & cilantro.
Joe
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104 Wines In 104 Days ...
About time I tried another Sauvignon Blanc (did I ever mention this is my favorite?). I don't know if it's because I've had some impressive reds (taste buds changing?) but this particular Sauv didn't impress me as much as I would have expected. It did have the classic grass aroma and citrus flavors but seemed to be lacking ... 7.5/10 ...
SAWMILL CREEK WEEKEND RSV SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 53264 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 7.25 White Wine, 11.8% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: Ontario, Canada By: Vincor International Inc.
Tasting Note - Pale straw in colour with gentle aromas of rose and apple. It is dry but with sweet fruit tones, some apple on the mid-palate and a reserved finish.
Serving Suggestion - Casual chicken and pork dishes.
Joe www.iLuvWine.com
SAWMILL CREEK WEEKEND RSV SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 53264 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 7.25 White Wine, 11.8% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: Ontario, Canada By: Vincor International Inc.
Tasting Note - Pale straw in colour with gentle aromas of rose and apple. It is dry but with sweet fruit tones, some apple on the mid-palate and a reserved finish.
Serving Suggestion - Casual chicken and pork dishes.
Joe www.iLuvWine.com
63 Wines In 63 Days ...
OK ... time for another Sauvignon Blanc ... again I picked this one today becouse of the serving suggestion .... looks VERY interesting! Did I mention ... we launched a companion site ... www.WineAndFoodPairing.info ... LOTS of neat stuff there!
OBIKWA SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 527465 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.45 White Wine, 12.0% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: South Africa, South Africa By: Distillers Corporation Limited
Tasting Note - Pale straw colour; lightly tropical aromas of green pineapple, guava and pear fruit with pleasant herbal notes; light to medium bodied with crisp, green apple flavours.
Serving Suggestion - Grilled shrimp, vegetable stir fry, or pasta with sun-dried tomatoes.
Joe
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OBIKWA SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 527465 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 9.45 White Wine, 12.0% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: South Africa, South Africa By: Distillers Corporation Limited
Tasting Note - Pale straw colour; lightly tropical aromas of green pineapple, guava and pear fruit with pleasant herbal notes; light to medium bodied with crisp, green apple flavours.
Serving Suggestion - Grilled shrimp, vegetable stir fry, or pasta with sun-dried tomatoes.
Joe
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44 Wines In 44 Days ...
An inexpensive Sauvignon Blanc (under $9!!) from California
GALLO FAMILY VINEYARDS SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 9373 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 8.95 White Wine, 11.0% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: California, United States By: E. & J. Gallo Winery
Tasting Note - Pale straw colour; dry and light bodied with grassy, light citrus aromas and flavours and a hint of herb; dry, with soft acidity and light finish.
Serving Suggestion - Antipasto, apperitifs, shellfish, seafood, chicken.
Joe
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GALLO FAMILY VINEYARDS SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 9373 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 8.95 White Wine, 11.0% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: California, United States By: E. & J. Gallo Winery
Tasting Note - Pale straw colour; dry and light bodied with grassy, light citrus aromas and flavours and a hint of herb; dry, with soft acidity and light finish.
Serving Suggestion - Antipasto, apperitifs, shellfish, seafood, chicken.
Joe
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40 Wines In 40 Days ...
OK ... time for another Sauvignon Blanc ... but this time fro Israel ... a first!
CARMEL SAUV BLANC VINEYARD SELECTION K/P M
LCBO 610592 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 10.00 White Wine, 12.0% Alcohol/Vol., This is a Kosher product
Made in: Israel, By: Soc.Coop.Vign. Des Grandes Caves
Tasting Note - Pale straw yellow colour; green bean, melon, honey, citrus and herb aromas; dry, medium bodied, with a crisp citrus palate and herbal flavours; clean finish.
Serving Suggestion - Serve with Kosher deli cuts, herbed chicken or vegetarian dishes.
Joe
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CARMEL SAUV BLANC VINEYARD SELECTION K/P M
LCBO 610592 | 750 mL bottle
Price: $ 10.00 White Wine, 12.0% Alcohol/Vol., This is a Kosher product
Made in: Israel, By: Soc.Coop.Vign. Des Grandes Caves
Tasting Note - Pale straw yellow colour; green bean, melon, honey, citrus and herb aromas; dry, medium bodied, with a crisp citrus palate and herbal flavours; clean finish.
Serving Suggestion - Serve with Kosher deli cuts, herbed chicken or vegetarian dishes.
Joe
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31 Wines In 31 Days ...
What a surprise today ... I stopped by the local LCBO (Liquor Control Board of Ontario) to pick up a few more bottles for review this week and when I walked through the door I couldn't believe what a saw ... a selection of wines from France for $5.95 a bottle (reg $9.95) ... and you know what my first review would be ....
YELLOW JERSEY SAUVIGNON PET
LCBO 40998 | 750 mL bottle
A Sauvignon Blanc for $5.95? Couldn't believe it ... but it was true ... and it wasn't bad! It didn't have the classic grassy aroma I enjoy from Australian (or a certain Sauv from Chili - TaraPaca-) nor the intense fruity tastes associated with traditional Sauvignon Blancs, but at this price I will buy a case to keep in the cellar ... 7.5/10 ...
Price: $ 5.95, White Wine, 11.9% Alcohol/Vol., Sugar Content : 1
Made in: Languedoc, France By: Rene Clement
Tasting Note - Pale yellow in colour with pale green tinges; aromas of medium intensity suggesting grapefruit, herbs and cut grass; Bone-dry and light, it delivers grassy and citrusy tones, the finish is balanced and lively.
Serving Suggestion - Seafood salad, pan-fried fish, goat cheese
YELLOW JERSEY SAUVIGNON PET
LCBO 40998 | 750 mL bottle
A Sauvignon Blanc for $5.95? Couldn't believe it ... but it was true ... and it wasn't bad! It didn't have the classic grassy aroma I enjoy from Australian (or a certain Sauv from Chili - TaraPaca-) nor the intense fruity tastes associated with traditional Sauvignon Blancs, but at this price I will buy a case to keep in the cellar ... 7.5/10 ...
Price: $ 5.95, White Wine, 11.9% Alcohol/Vol., Sugar Content : 1
Made in: Languedoc, France By: Rene Clement
Tasting Note - Pale yellow in colour with pale green tinges; aromas of medium intensity suggesting grapefruit, herbs and cut grass; Bone-dry and light, it delivers grassy and citrusy tones, the finish is balanced and lively.
Serving Suggestion - Seafood salad, pan-fried fish, goat cheese
29 Wines In 29 Days ...
Another Canadian Sauvignon Blanc ... going in with good expectations!
JACKSON-TRIGGS PROP SELECT SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 399410 | 750 mL bottle
Again we find the grassy aroma, though not as pronounced as those from Chile, or more importantly Australia/New Zealand. It also has a classic citrus taste and quite pleasant on the palate ... not in the league of my favorite from Chile (TaraPaca) or the classics (expensive) from Australia but a good Canadian alternative ... 7.5/10 ...
Price: $ 9.45, White Wine, , 12.0% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: Ontario, Canada By: Cartier Wines & Beverages
Tasting Note - Pale straw colour; dry, light bodied with fresh apple and grapefruit aromas and flavours; light acidity with a soft pleasant finish
Serving Suggestion - Seafood; shellfish; light chicken dishes
Joe
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JACKSON-TRIGGS PROP SELECT SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 399410 | 750 mL bottle
Again we find the grassy aroma, though not as pronounced as those from Chile, or more importantly Australia/New Zealand. It also has a classic citrus taste and quite pleasant on the palate ... not in the league of my favorite from Chile (TaraPaca) or the classics (expensive) from Australia but a good Canadian alternative ... 7.5/10 ...
Price: $ 9.45, White Wine, , 12.0% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: Ontario, Canada By: Cartier Wines & Beverages
Tasting Note - Pale straw colour; dry, light bodied with fresh apple and grapefruit aromas and flavours; light acidity with a soft pleasant finish
Serving Suggestion - Seafood; shellfish; light chicken dishes
Joe
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27 Wines In 27 Days ...
Looking forward to trying this ... blending my favorite grape, Sauvignon Blanc, with that of the Chenin grape ... sounds interesting!
XOXO SAUVIGNON BLANC CHENIN
LCBO 16592 750 mL bottle
Sounds interesting ... but doesn't deliver ... it had the classic grassy aroma and citrus flavors but there was an overbearing lemony taste ... reminded me of medecine ... 6/10 ...
Price: $ 9.95, White Wine, 12.8% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: Ontario, Canada By: Andres Wines Ltd
Tasting Note - Pale yellow in colour; soft sweet nose with floral aromas; light, easy-sipping.
Serving Suggestion - Serve with salty snacks.
Joe
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XOXO SAUVIGNON BLANC CHENIN
LCBO 16592 750 mL bottle
Sounds interesting ... but doesn't deliver ... it had the classic grassy aroma and citrus flavors but there was an overbearing lemony taste ... reminded me of medecine ... 6/10 ...
Price: $ 9.95, White Wine, 12.8% Alcohol/Vol. Sugar Content : 1
Made in: Ontario, Canada By: Andres Wines Ltd
Tasting Note - Pale yellow in colour; soft sweet nose with floral aromas; light, easy-sipping.
Serving Suggestion - Serve with salty snacks.
Joe
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25 Wines In 25 Days ...
The last Sauvignon Blanc that I tried from South Africa (Two Ocean's) didn't really impress me ... let's see what this one does for me!
TRIBAL SAUVIGNON BLANC/COLOMBARD
LCBO 623694 | 750 mL bottle
I described Two Ocean's as "pale straw color" and "anemic". This edition of South African Sauvignon Blanc is very similar although not as pale and a slightly stronger citrus presence. Again, this Sauvignon is not in the same league as similarly priced wines (under $10!!) but has more to offer than Two Ocean's ... therefore a 6.5/10 ... maybe due to the Colombard presence?
Price: $ 8.65 , White Wine, 12.2% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: South Africa, South Africa, By: S.A.V.I.S.A. Pty Ltd
Tasting Note - Straw yellow colour; light tropical fruit, citrus, grassy/herbal and apple fruit flavours and aromas; dry, light to medium bodied, with soft acidity; moderate length on finish; easy drinking style.
Serving Suggestion - Serve as an aperitif, light fish dishes especially pan seared fish dishes, vegetable lasagne.
Joe www.iLuvWine.com
TRIBAL SAUVIGNON BLANC/COLOMBARD
LCBO 623694 | 750 mL bottle
I described Two Ocean's as "pale straw color" and "anemic". This edition of South African Sauvignon Blanc is very similar although not as pale and a slightly stronger citrus presence. Again, this Sauvignon is not in the same league as similarly priced wines (under $10!!) but has more to offer than Two Ocean's ... therefore a 6.5/10 ... maybe due to the Colombard presence?
Price: $ 8.65 , White Wine, 12.2% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: South Africa, South Africa, By: S.A.V.I.S.A. Pty Ltd
Tasting Note - Straw yellow colour; light tropical fruit, citrus, grassy/herbal and apple fruit flavours and aromas; dry, light to medium bodied, with soft acidity; moderate length on finish; easy drinking style.
Serving Suggestion - Serve as an aperitif, light fish dishes especially pan seared fish dishes, vegetable lasagne.
Joe www.iLuvWine.com
24 Wines in 24 Days ...
OK ... my second Sauvignon Blanc in as many days ... but ... my choice! Isn't it great when you are your own Boss and you enjoy what you do!!!
BAREFOOT CELLARS SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 54023 | 750 mL bottle
This wine is a classic Sauvignon Blanc ... but ... although it had the familiar grassy aroma for classical Sauv's ... the lemony taste was a bit over powering ... trying to hide something? It was not "bad" ... but also was not great ... all that being said I would give this Sauvignon Blanc an 8/10 ... enjoy a Californian twist on a classic!
Price: $ 9.95 , White Wine, 13.0% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: California/Californie, United States, By: E. & J. Gallo Winery
Tasting Note - Pale straw in colour. The nose shows aromas of peach, apple and citrus. Light and lively, it reveals intense lemon juice tones.
Serving Suggestion - Pasta with vegetables, filet of sole.
BAREFOOT CELLARS SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 54023 | 750 mL bottle
This wine is a classic Sauvignon Blanc ... but ... although it had the familiar grassy aroma for classical Sauv's ... the lemony taste was a bit over powering ... trying to hide something? It was not "bad" ... but also was not great ... all that being said I would give this Sauvignon Blanc an 8/10 ... enjoy a Californian twist on a classic!
Price: $ 9.95 , White Wine, 13.0% Alcohol/Vol.
Made in: California/Californie, United States, By: E. & J. Gallo Winery
Tasting Note - Pale straw in colour. The nose shows aromas of peach, apple and citrus. Light and lively, it reveals intense lemon juice tones.
Serving Suggestion - Pasta with vegetables, filet of sole.
23 Wines in 23 Days ...
Today we go with TWO favorites ... my favorite style being Sauvignon Blanc and my new favorite region that is producing many fine wines under $10 ... namely Pelee Island. I only hope that their Sauvignon Blanc bellies up to the "wine bar" in true form!
PELEE ISLAND SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 621193 | 750 mL bottle
Well no surprise here! After seeing great results from other varietals, Pelee Island has another winner on their hands with their Sauvignon Blanc! Added to the traditional grassy smell (though not as pronounced as the Australian/New Zealand varietals - a new word I like) and zesty, citrus flavor ... there is also a unique tart lemon taste (kinda like a lemon meringue pie) that also is very pleasing ... this wine does not disappoint. I would definitely recommend it to friends and give it a 9/10 ... maybe a half point advantage for being homegrown Canadian but that's my perogative! But its also one of my reasons that I will be visiting Pelee Island next summer!
Price: $ 9.95 , White Wine, 12.0% Alcohol/Vol., Sugar Content : 1
Made in: Ontario, Canada, By: Pelee Island Vineyard Inc.
Tasting Note - Light golden colour; fresh clean aromas of gooseberry with herbaceous, mineral notes; dry, crisp with light citrus, very zesty flavours.
Serving Suggestion - Seafood salad, grilled shrimp, herbed dishes, lighter cheeses, chicken with cream sauce.
Joe
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PELEE ISLAND SAUVIGNON BLANC
LCBO 621193 | 750 mL bottle
Well no surprise here! After seeing great results from other varietals, Pelee Island has another winner on their hands with their Sauvignon Blanc! Added to the traditional grassy smell (though not as pronounced as the Australian/New Zealand varietals - a new word I like) and zesty, citrus flavor ... there is also a unique tart lemon taste (kinda like a lemon meringue pie) that also is very pleasing ... this wine does not disappoint. I would definitely recommend it to friends and give it a 9/10 ... maybe a half point advantage for being homegrown Canadian but that's my perogative! But its also one of my reasons that I will be visiting Pelee Island next summer!
Price: $ 9.95 , White Wine, 12.0% Alcohol/Vol., Sugar Content : 1
Made in: Ontario, Canada, By: Pelee Island Vineyard Inc.
Tasting Note - Light golden colour; fresh clean aromas of gooseberry with herbaceous, mineral notes; dry, crisp with light citrus, very zesty flavours.
Serving Suggestion - Seafood salad, grilled shrimp, herbed dishes, lighter cheeses, chicken with cream sauce.
Joe
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3 Wines in 3 Days ..
OK ... we've only just begun our "odessy" of 365 Wines in 365 Days but I guess that you've figured out my favorite wine is Sauvignon Blanc ... although if you would have asked me two years ago my answer would have been "white"!!!!
Yesterdays wine, TaraPaca from Chile, was rated as a 9/10. I mentioned that we have only found it in 1 restaurant in Ottawa and hopefully that will change! Today we look at a wine that is found in many restaurants in Ottawa ... and at the same cost ... but definitely not the same value!
TWO OCEANS SAUVIGNON BLANC LCBO
340380 750 mL bottle
This wine is found in many restaurants in Ottawa and I think the reason is that people just order the least expensive "non-house" wine on the wine list!! When I first tasted this wine I wasn't impressed. Before I "discovered" wine I would just order the "house white" ... now I order Sauvignon Blanc as I really enjoy it! And yes, I have ordered this wine a few times before I discovered real values.
The tasting notes from the LCBO (below) describe a "pale straw color" ... the "pale" totally describes my perception of this wine ... and that is "anemic"! Although it does have the classic grassy aromas (slight) and a citrus flavor (slight) associated with Sauvignon Blanc, it falls well short when compared side by side with similarly priced products.
My rating is a 6 out of 10 ... could have been lower but did I mention I really enjoy Sauvignon Blanc!!
Price: $ 9.75
White Wine, 12.0% Alcohol/Vol.Sugar Content : 1
Made in: South Africa, South Africa By: Distillers Corporation Limited
Tasting Note: Pale straw color; gooseberry, herbaceous, grassy, pink grapefruit & fresh lemon aromas; dry, light-medium bodied, easy drinking with soft lingering citrus & gooseberry flavors.
Serving Suggestion: Asparagus omelet, lemon chicken, vegetable stir fry, light fish dishes.
Joe
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Yesterdays wine, TaraPaca from Chile, was rated as a 9/10. I mentioned that we have only found it in 1 restaurant in Ottawa and hopefully that will change! Today we look at a wine that is found in many restaurants in Ottawa ... and at the same cost ... but definitely not the same value!
TWO OCEANS SAUVIGNON BLANC LCBO
340380 750 mL bottle
This wine is found in many restaurants in Ottawa and I think the reason is that people just order the least expensive "non-house" wine on the wine list!! When I first tasted this wine I wasn't impressed. Before I "discovered" wine I would just order the "house white" ... now I order Sauvignon Blanc as I really enjoy it! And yes, I have ordered this wine a few times before I discovered real values.
The tasting notes from the LCBO (below) describe a "pale straw color" ... the "pale" totally describes my perception of this wine ... and that is "anemic"! Although it does have the classic grassy aromas (slight) and a citrus flavor (slight) associated with Sauvignon Blanc, it falls well short when compared side by side with similarly priced products.
My rating is a 6 out of 10 ... could have been lower but did I mention I really enjoy Sauvignon Blanc!!
Price: $ 9.75
White Wine, 12.0% Alcohol/Vol.Sugar Content : 1
Made in: South Africa, South Africa By: Distillers Corporation Limited
Tasting Note: Pale straw color; gooseberry, herbaceous, grassy, pink grapefruit & fresh lemon aromas; dry, light-medium bodied, easy drinking with soft lingering citrus & gooseberry flavors.
Serving Suggestion: Asparagus omelet, lemon chicken, vegetable stir fry, light fish dishes.
Joe
www.iLuvWine.com
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