In the November 14 broadcast of Salut Bonjour*, Philippe Lapeyrie suggests 3 bottles under $25. Among the selection, the Muscadet de Sèvre et Maine sur lie “Les Schistes” from Château de la Ragotière A Muscadet as satisfying as it is thirst-quenching. At the tempting price of $17.60 ! Hurry up! *(in French only).
The Graeme & Julie Bott Estate is awarded “1 Star” in the prestigious Revue des Vins de France.
Comments and scores from the publication* In French only
In the August 20th issue of Decanter, Jason Millar looks back over the last 20 years of the Ken Forrester Winery through its flagship product “The FMC”. A retrospective on the renaissance of South African Chenin Blanc.
Discover the range of Forrester wines available at the SAQ.
The Brunello 2018 from the Fattoi Estate has finally arrived at the SAQ. This Brunello, from old vines on the south-facing slopes of the Montalcino mountains, has an elegant, rich profile, while remaining affordably priced. Available now in more than 100 SAQ stores. "Wine Advocate R.Parker 92 points for 2018."
As mentioned in the Cité Boomers* article of April 6, La Fille Couillaud’s Chardonnay is one of the wines being promoted until April 14 at the SAQ. A rebate of $1 off the usual price of $15.40 "A perfect wine for Asian restaurants..." Buy now!
* in French only
In the January 23 issue of CitéBoomers, André Maccabée* presents "The Butler", a duo of organic wines from Spain at affordable prices. A White made from 100% Airen and a Red made from 100% Tempranillo. Buy them and keep them for the occasional unforeseen event. Available in over 150 stores for $8.75. * In French Only
In the December 23 issue of the Les Méchants Raisins* blog, Patrick Désy presents two Burgundy wines, including the Bourgogne Chardonnay from Justin Girardin. "A wine of great drinkability that goes well with all dishes. Still available in around sixty stores at the interesting price of $33.00 *In French Only
The Bodega Otazu wins a Gold Medal at the Sélections Mondiales des Vins Canada 2023 for their Chardonnay 2022. "The nose is elegant and expressive, with floral aromas and notes of white fruit and citrus like grapefruit. On the palate, it’s a fresh white wine with a long, fruity, aromatic finish."