Order the following wines, plus those in the recent July 1st, 2019 newsletter, by the case for home, restaurant or office delivery in Ontario from VinoLuna wine agency. Contact via VinoLuna website, by Email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or, in the GTA phone 416 587-6691.
• The following 2018 Senioro Rubios ‘Pineiral Condado Blanco’ Rias Baixas is a unique blend of 47% treixadura, 28% loureiro blanco, 23% albariño, 1% godello, 1% torrontés. This gold-medal-winning gem was sourced fruit from vines in DO Rias Baixas, located in the northwestern region of Spain.
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Senioro Rubios ‘Pineiral Condado Blanco’ Rias Baixas 2018
DO Rias Baixas, Spain $15.95 13.0% alcohol
Lifted aromas of honeycomb, floral notes and peach precede a delectable tang-laden river of palate-enveloping flavour with ripe apricot, white grapefruit and lemon zest to the fore. It’s medium bodied with creamy mouthfeel and lingering, lip-smacking finish. Pour with roast chicken or white pizza adorned with mild cow cheese and chèvre decorated with smoked salmon, dill and capers. (Vic Harradine)
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Jardin d’Edouard ‘Château-Thébaud’ Melon de Bourgogne 2014
AOC Muscadet Sèvre et Maine, Loire Valley, France $24.95 (541458) 12.5% alcohol
A delicate nose of flinty minerality and citrus notes waft from this medium bodied, gorgeously textured white wine. It bathes the palate with an array of flavours—lemon curd, yellow plum and honey-drizzled pear on the back palate and finish while the aftertaste offers up hints of white grapefruit pith. It’s nicely balanced with lots of charm and pizzazz. Pour alongside pan-seared or grilled fish and sea food. (Vic Harradine)