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Juan Gil Pasico Monastrell-Shiraz Jumilla 2015

Juan Gil Pasico Monastrell-Shiraz Jumilla 2015

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Juan Gil Pasico Monastrell-Shiraz Jumilla 2015 

The bold and rich but drinkable wine lover are not alone. Real deal are not that commonly found too, especially if you seek for quality. May not be the preferred style for those who like light wines, this dark wine with aromas and flavors of ripe black berries, spices, meat notes will charm you without breaking the bank! It makes this wine then a perfect recommadation for the « affordable wine of the week»!

Blend of monastrell and shiraz grapes. Alcohol level of 14% 

Available in SAQ stores for 11,90$ (Code SAQ : 12990152)

Bodegas Juan Gil’s website: bodegasjuangil.com

They are represented in Québec by Vins Balthazard: vinsbalthazard.com

Cortes de Cima Chaminé Alentejano 2014

Cortes de Cima Chaminé Alentejano 2014

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Cortes de Cima Chaminé Alentejano 2014

Dark cherry color. Nose of balck berries, spices, leather, aromatic herbs and something oily. Rustic on the palate at first, with just a touch of alcohol, there is fruit flavors, spices, some herbacious notes as there was some on the nose. Quite long finish, this wine is tasty and will make a perfect pairing with grilled meat dishes when the sun will be out and ready for summer! Good (87)

Made of 40% Aragonez (Tempranillo), 25% Syrah, 20% Touriga Nacional, 10% Alicante Bouschet, 5% Trincadeira, Tempranillo and Syrah. Alcohol level of 13,5% 

Available in SAQ stores for 13,65$ (Code SAQ : 10403410)

Cortes de Cima’s website : cortesdecima.com

They are represented in Québec by Vins Balthazard : vinsbalthazard.com

Casanova di Neri Rosso-di-Montalcino 2012

Casanova di Neri Rosso-di-Montalcino 2012

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Casanova di Neri Rosso-di-Montalcino 2012 

Dark garnet color. Nose of spicy red and black berries, of earthy notes, leather and some oak. Dense and deep on the palate, the wine is tasty with its mixed berry flavors, leather, spices and oak also there, but well integrated. This wine have the structure to be cellared, but with some air, which is what I did, this is good from now! Excellent (91)

Made of sangiovese. Aged in oak barrels for a period of about 15 months. Alcohol level of 14%

The 2014 vintage of this wine is currently available in SAQ stores for 28,65$ (Code SAQ : 10335226)

Casanova di Neri’s website: casanovadineri.it

Vins Balthazard is the agency that represents them in Québec: vinsbalthazard.com

De Martino Legado Reserva Cabernet-Sauvignon Maipo 2013

De Martino Legado Reserva Cabernet-Sauvignon Maipo 2013

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De Martino Legado Reserva Cabernet-Sauvignon Maipo 2013

Dark ruby color. Aromas of mint, red berries, spices, coffee, clay and light oak notes. Tasty, structured but still have charm with its bright flavors of fruit and greens, spices and a slightly rustic finish. I like that type of wine and dare to put some aside to let it age and you’ll be rewarded! Excellent (91)

Made of  Cabernet Sauvignon from two vineyards in Maipo Valley. Aged 16 months in old oak barrels. Alcohol level of 13.5%

Available at the SAQ for 18,15$ (Code SAQ : 00642868)

De Martino’s website: demartino.cl

De Martino is represented in Québec by Vins Balthazard: vinsbalthazard.com

De Martino Legado Reserva Cabernet-Sauvignon Maipo 2013

De Martino Cinsault Viejas Tinajas DO Secano Interior 2014

De Martino Cinsault Viejas Tinajas DO Secano Interior 2014

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 De Martino Cinsault Viejas Tinajas DO Secano Interior 2014 

Light purple color. Shy nose that opened with air to give red berries, earth, spices and incense aromas. Flavors of clay, earth, spices then fruit and flowers notes. Reserved for now, this wine haven’t bloomed yet. Very light heat on the finish. Champion in originality, it doesn’t sink on the “funky” side of some naturally made wines. Very good (89)

From ungrafted Cinsault vines planted in the 1980’s and located 22km from the ocean. Aged in old clay amphorae. Alcohol level of 13%

This wine can be purchase through private import with Vins Balthazard: vinsbalthazard.com

De Martino’s website: demartino.cl

Château La Lieue Coteau Varois en Provence 2014

Château La Lieue Coteaux Varois en Provence 2014

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Château La Lieue Coteaux Varois en Provence 2014

Red cherry color. Nose of mixed aromas of fruit, pepper, earth and herbs. Soft and sappy with its berry falvors, aromatic herbs and spices. Good acidity level and the finish is lasting more than most wines from that price range. An… organic deal! Good+ (88)

Certified Organic. Made of 35% Grenache Noir, 30% Syrah, 5% Mourvèdre, 15% Cabernet-Sauvignon, 15% Carignan. Aged on lees in concrete tanks. Alcohol level of 13,5%

Available at the SAQ for 14,90$ (Code SAQ : 00605287)

Represented in Québec by les Vins Balthazard: vinsbalthazard.com

Domaine Chasselay Les Grands Eparcieux 2014

Domaine Chasselay Les Grands Eparcieux 2014

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Domaine Chasselay Les Grands Eparcieux 2014

Bright ruby color. Nose of fruits and spices that are well be=lended with earth and rocks note. Explosive fruit on the palate, then the spicy finish kicks in and ask to be brought at the table to pair with many types of dishes. Good acidity level, as well as structured ans serious, more than what Beaujolais appellation wine usually offers. Very good (89)

Made of Gamay. Certified Ecocert (organic). Alcohol level of 12,5% 

Was just released for a new arrival of Cellier products at the SAQ for 19,65$ (Code SAQ : 12792092)

Domaine Chassenay website’s: domaine-chasselay.com

They are represented in Québec by Vins Balthazard: vinsbalthazard.com

Domaine Chasselay Les Grands Eparcieux 2014

Cortes de Cima Chaminé Alentejano 2013

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Cortes de Cima Chaminé Alentejano 2013

Dark ruby color. Nose of wild berries, spices and earth. Smooth on the palate, quite tasty, drinks pretty well with a spicy finish. Well-made and offered at a very attractive price. Good+ (88)

Made of 40% Aragonez (Tempranillo), 25% Syrah, 20% Touriga Nacional, 10% Alicante Bouschet, 5% Trincadeira Tempranillo and Syrah. Alcohol level of 13,5% 

Available at the SAQ for 14,95$ (Code SAQ : 10403410)

Cortes de Cima’s website : cortesdecima.com

Represented in Québec by Vins Balthazard : vinsbalthazard.com

Video of Sandrine from Vins Balthazard agency with Carlos Ferreira from Café Ferreira while having this wine (in french only) :

De Martino Legado Cabernet-Sauvignon Reserva Maipo 2008

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De Martino Legado Cabernet-Sauvignon Reserva Maipo 2008

Dark ruby color. Typical nose of a Cabernet based wine beginning its maturation. It’s fine, fruity, have a hint of leather, of tobacco, some spices and bitter chocolate aromas. Silky yet still concentrated, this is just so good. Long tasty finish. This is the type of wine that would change your mind about cellaring Reserva range Chilean wines. For its showing and how much I’ve liked this wine, I’m giving this note: Excellent (91)

Made of Cabernet-Sauvignon. Aged 12 months in french oak barrels. Alcohol level of 13,5% 

The 2012 vintage is currently available at the SAQ for 17,85$ (Code SAQ :  00642868)

De Martino’s website: demartino.cl

Represented in Québec by : vinsbalthazard.com

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