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October 26, 2007 
 
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 Playing Doctor
 A little Aussie TLC for your fine vintage

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The "wow" factor is generally applicable to those who are actually interested in what is "wowing" them. For instance, I'm easily impressed with anything made from fermented grapes (and fabulous shoes) but show me the ultimate power tool or the engine of a Ferrari...not so much. But, last Friday I was wowed by a little afternoon delight at a Vancouver hotel--some TLC involving not only wine, but tools and heavy equipment.
And, I might add (if those things don't already impress) it also included men--with Australian accents...


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 Paul Mas Viognier, Languedoc France, 2006
 

Paul Mas Viognier Excellent value!
An unctuous Viognier with rich mineral, peach and green mango aromas, citrus blossom, clove and beeswax notes. Oily, lush and spiced on the palate with a lingering peachy and 'peppery' finish.
Pair with spicy vegetarian dishes or spiced crab cakes.
$13.99
+151100

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 Chamarre Cabernet-Grenache, Vin de Pays D'Oc, 2004
 

Chamarre red sha-ma-ray
A pretty wine with a serious side. Red cherry and raspberry aromas, dark floral and woodsy notes with cocoa and herbs. Smooth and fresh on the palate with sweet berry fruit flavours leather and warm spice with a silky finish. And at this price, why not stock up?
$12.99
+078758

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 Chateau Sainte Eulalie "La Cantilene" Minervois, 2004
 

Chateau Eulalie red Dark plums, earth, cocoa, smoked black cherries, savoury herbs and spice aromas. Smooth on the palate with berry fruit, leather, more cocoa and pepper. The finish lingers with spice and rich fruit liqueur flavours.
Syrah, Grenache, Carignan
Serve with crumbly aged cheeses.
$24.99
+274597

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 Lanson "Black Label" Brut Champagne France
 

Lanson Black Label The Lanson has all the elements I love in Champagne...delicate bubbles with loads of fruit and floral aromas.
Snappy citrus, stone fruit, apple jelly, jasmine and orange blossom aromas with leesy, toasty notes. Crisp and clean on the palate with a zippy mousse, delicate fruit and mandarin peel layered with hazelnut flavours.
Pair with bite sized seafood appetizers with wasabi mousse.

BC $52.99
+41889

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 Un Choix Fine
 more wines from France...

La Tour Eiffel
  • Champagne de Venoge
  • Joseph Drouhin
  • La Vieille Ferme
  • Baron Philippe De Rothschild
  • Hugel & Fils
  • Chateau de Sancerre
  • Grand Marnier-Navan

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 Henry's Drive "Dead Letter Office" Shiraz, McLaren Vale, 2005
 

Dead Letter Office Shiraz Inky and dense with black currant, blackberry, coffee and menthol aromas. Almost cassis-like with a liqueur-ish fruit extraction, a smooth finish and lingering spiced chocolate.
The Dead Letter Office is where the lost can be found and hopefully you'll find your toothbrush and bleaching kit nearby as well.
Brand new and deadly delish!
$34.99
+031096

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 Joe Blow "White" California, 2005
 

Joe Blow white Delicate aromas--whiffs of peach blossoms, honey and vanilla. On the palate it shows earthy wildflower honey flavours and warm spices with an slick texture and lingering zest on the finish.
Joe wants you to have fun with your wine--without Blowing your budget!
Chardonnay/Viognier/Chenin Blanc.
$16.99
+190512

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 A Mano "Bianco", Puglia Italy, 2006
 

Amano white From one of my favorite Primitivo producers A Mano comes this newly released white, a screw-topped 50/50 blend of the indigenous varietals Fiano and Greco di Tufo. A rich straw colour with gold glints the Bianco reminds me of my favorite lemon/lime Calippo ice-pops showing lime and sweet lemon, stone mineral and honeysuckle aromas. On the palate it's crisp on the entry with citrus zest then smooths out mid-palate with sweet herbal flavours and has a refreshing finish with lingering lemon-pepper.
Intriguing!
$17.99 BC Private stores
+918458

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 What's New in the Zoo...
 

Primitivo Trentacinquesimo
  • Trentacinquesimo Parallelo
  • Tormaresca
  • Tin Roof Cellars
  • Archipel
  • Villa Maria
  • Tinhorn Creek
  • Ruffino

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 Tasting 24 vintages of Peter Lehmann
 

Peter Lehmann glasses In a rare tasting event held last week in Vancouver virtually every wine writer from the Pacific to the Saskatchewan border flowed into town...

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 What's Happening locally...
 

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  • Oct. 27-Wine on the Mountain-In support of Adoptive Families of BC
  • Nov. 8-12 Whistler Cornucopia a Celebration of Wine & Food
  • Nov. 21-Marquis Wine Cellars French Fête a celebration of French wines!
  • October 28-Celebrity Chef Dinner at Potluck Cafe
  • November 12-Aurora Bistro/Sandhill Wines Dinner

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