Hacienda Araucano Carmenere Reserva Colchagua 2013

Hacienda Araucano Carmenere Reserva Colchagua 2013

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Hacienda Araucano Carmenere Reserva Colchagua 2013

Dark purple color. Nose of black berries, spices, bitter chocolate and grilled greeen bell pepper. Silky mouthfeel that covers some strenght and bitterness, all classical Carmenere caracteristics. May not be long, exactly like the remaining time before grilling red meat dishes on the BBQ in the upcoming warmer season. I’m hungry now! Good (87)

Made of 100% Carmenère. Aged 10 months in 1 year old oak barrels. Alcohol level of 14%

Available at the SAQ for 15,00$ (Code SAQ : 10694413)

François Lurton / Hacienda Araucano’s website: francoislurton.com

Sample proposed by la Société de vins fins: sdvf.ca

Château Vallon des Brumes Bordeaux 2011

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Château Vallon des Brumes Bordeaux 2011 

Dark cherry color. Nose of small black berries, spices ans smoke. Smooth on the palate with a touch of Bordeaux classic structure and flavors on par with those from the nose. Good acidity, not as powerful as Bordeaux usually are, probably due to the 2011 vintage. Drinks well from now, would pair well with beef dishes! Good+ (88)

Made of 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet-Sauvignon and 10% de Cabernet Franc. Certified organic. Alcohol level of 12,5% 

Available at the SAQ for 17,00$ (Code SAQ : 10863070)

Le Château Vallon des Brumes is owned by les Vignobles Boissonneau: boissonneau.fr

This Château is represented in Québec by Authentic Vins et Spiritueux: awsmqc.ca

Michele Chiarlo Le Orme Barbera d’Asti 2013

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Michele Chiarlo Le Orme Barbera d’Asti 2013 

Dark ruby color. Nose of black and red berries, lot of spices notes, some earth and stays fresh. Fruit loaded on the palate with again spices and a touch of bitterness. Acidity brings freshness and paired with its structure, it allows this wine to be paired with a lot of dishes. One of my favorite wines when I go visit family and friends, especially when I don’t know what we’re eating. Good+ (88)

Made of 100% Barbera grapes. Aged 6 to 8 months in 50hl oak barrels, 30% being new, then a minimum of 4 months in bottle prior hitting the shelves. Alcohol level of 13,5%

Available at the SAQ for 16,45$ (Code SAQ :  00356105)

Michele Chiarlo’s website: michelechiarlo.it

Represented in Québec by: univins.ca

Hacienda Araucano Syrah Reserva Lolol Valley 2014

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Hacienda Araucano Syrah Reserva Lolol Valley 2014

Dark violet color. Powerful nose of black berries, spices and smoke. Flavors of dark berries, blue grapes, pepper, incense and vanilla. Has some strength, it’s young and tasty. Pretty good buy! Good+ (88)

Made of Syrah. Aged 8 months in one year old oak barrels. Alcohol level of 13,5%

Available at the SAQ for 10,90$ (Code SAQ : 11975073)

Sample proposed by la Société de vins fins: sdvf.ca

François Lurton / Hacienda Araucano website : francoislurton.com

Tetramythos Kalavryta Achaia 2014

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Tetramythos Kalavryta Achaia 2014 

Mat and translucid cherry color. Nose of red berries, earth and quite present but fresh green notes. Rustic and fresh on the palate with good fruit and acidity level. Again, here is a greek wine that is original, tasty and worth buying again!

Made of Black of Kalavryta. Aged 9 months in stainless tanks. Alcohol level of 13%

Available at the SAQ for 16,85$ (Code SAQ :  11885457)

Producter’s website: tetramythoswines.com

Represented in Québec by: oenopole.ca

Agricolas Aguaza SA RA DA Seleccion Almansa 2009

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Agricolas Aguaza SA RA DA Seleccion Almansa 2009

Dark cherry color. Nose of smoke, small black berries and a handfull of spice notes. Powerfull yet controlled it does offer nice fruit flavors, some spices and a touch of smoke. The acidiy adds to its balance. Interresting wine and low priced, making this wine more attractive. Good+ (88)

Made of 60% Garnacha Tintorera and 40% Monastrell. Aged 12 months in French oak barrels. Alcohol level of 14%

Available at the SAQ for 15,30$ (Code SAQ : 12744816)

Producer’s website: agricolasaguaza.com

Represented in Québec by: sdvf.ca

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) :

Bibi Graetz Casamatta Toscane 2014

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Bibi Graetz Casamatta Toscane 2014

Dark color. Aromas of black berries, bitter chocolate, spices and cherries leads the fruit notes on the palate. The wine is a little sweet and modern in style, but tasty and more fresh than expected. Good (87)

Made of Sangiovese (100%). Aged in french oak barrels. Alcohol level of 12,5%

Available at the SAQ for 16,90$ (Code SAQ : 11372441)

Producteur’s website : bibigraetz.com

Represented here in Québec by : reserve-selection.com

Albert Bichot Le Bois des Chênes Beaujolais 2014

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Albert Bichot Le Bois des Chênes Beaujolais 2014

Bright ruby color. Nose and palate of red berries, fine spices, earth, but mostly it’s its fruit concentration that is stunning for a wine of this price. Compares pretty well to a very popular wine here in Québec, but for much less. Good (87)

Made of Gamay. Age in stainless tanks for 8 to 12 months. Alcohol level of 12,5%

Available at the SAQ for 12,55$ (Code SAQ : 12663194)

Albert Bichot’s website : bourgogne-bichot.com

Represented in Québec by : elixirs.ca

Albert Bichot Le Bois des Chênes Beaujolais 2014