92 
Southbrook Vineyards ‘laundry vineyard’ organic/biodynamic Gamay 2017
VQA Vinemount Ridge $24.95 (646323) 13.0% alcohol
This is ProCert certified—organic and biodynamic, suitable for vegans and vegetarians. The lifted nose of red and black berry fruit, mocha and wisps of smoke waft easily from the glass of this medium bodied, nicely textured and deftly balanced gamay. It envelops the palate with a delicious wash of dark Bing cherry and red currant flavours decorated with excellent acidity, good structure and exquisite balance. Purity of palate-flavoured fruit persists through the long, mineral-infused finish and aftertaste. (Vic Harradine)

• The following pinot noir is a Vintages Essentials product always available in select stores.

89 
Flat Rock Cellars Pinot Noir 2017
VQA Twenty Mile Bench $21.95 (1545) 13.5% alcohol
A bit shy on the nose at first, this extremely well-priced pinot reveals its aromas with vigorous swirling—red cherry, forest floor and bay leaf. A tart and juicy stream of ripe cranberry and red cherry flavours flood the palate, melding with polished assertive tannin and spiced cinnamon persisting in the pleasant dry finish. This is a perfect mate to roast turkey with cranberry sauce. (Louise Boutin)