Austria
Rabl Winery 'Spiegel Vineyard' Gruner Veltliner 2006
Kamptal, Austria $17.95
Look for floral and mineral aromas to open this very well-balanced and fleshy-textured white. The grape is known for good acidity while the premium producers are found in three small areas, Kampstal being one. Elegant and fully textured, you'll enjoy a rush of citrus and yellow peach flavours that linger on the clean and zesty finish. Often found in wine-friendly restaurants (order by the glass), you can also enjoy yours at home alongside pan-grilled white fish under a drizzle of lemon. Order by the case via email from Aaron Shaw This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. (VH)
California
Lotus Winery Chardonnay 2006
Russian River $22.95
Vanilla, butterscotch and toasty notes billow off this medium-bodied opulent Chardonnay. Very rich flavours of tropical fruit, apple and white peach drench the palate. It's fully textured with a lingering finish of succulent ripe tree fruit and moderating citrus tang. Think of a well made white Burgundy at a quarter the price. Order by the case via email from Aaron Shaw This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. (VH)
Ontario
Niagara College Winery 'Dean's List' Sauvignon Blanc 2006
VQA Niagara Peninsula $17.95
This earns top marks for its incredible flavours and silky texture. Pungent aromas of nettles, black licorice and nettles blast from the glass. There's a delicious stream of exuberant lemon-lime, pineapple and guava flavours. It's medium bodied, lip-smacking good and it finishes clean and refreshing. The unique label is a report card showing a copy of Tony Aspler's original tasting notes—Tony is Canada's best-known wine writer and author. Order by the case via email from Aaron Shaw This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. (VH)