BC Pinot Gris/Grigio...and a Gewurzt (Sep 5th, 2008)

Greetings...

First of all, welcome to all of the new folks on the list, and thank you to all who gave me an update on your personal lives and your wine preferences. I am really excited to have you on board. Next, my apologies to all of my American and International friends who will have a little harder time finding these BC wines.

Now to the wines...As summer has returned to BC, I wanted to get this out in time for you to enjoy one of these over the weekend.

I must admit I had a hard time finding the Herder Pinot Gris 2007. I finally found it at the Beverley Corners Liquor Store in Duncan. It was worth the effort. A delicious before dinner wine that we enjoyed with snacks on the deck. The honey lemon citrus aromas and flavours really come through. (89/100, $19)

HERDER PINOT GRIS 2007, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA

Price: $19

UPC: 814372000304

Score: 89/100

Remarks: Fresh lip-smacking style. Very well done.

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The Sandhill Pinot Gris King Valley Family Vineyard 2007, is, from I can see readily available in BC. This is a delicious fresh and lively wine. The green apple skins and citrus notes are evident front to back. Another great summer sipper. (88/100, $18)

SANDHILL PINOT GRIS KING FAMILY VINEYARD 2007, OKANAGAN VALLEY, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA

Price: $18

UPC: 00058976500048

Score: 88/100

Remarks: Grassy, nutty, lemon-lime palate that persists from front to back.

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I first tried the Gray Monk Gewürztraminer last year and was so impressed with it that I thought I would give the 2007 vintage a go this year. This vintage may not quite be up to the '06 version, but is still a delightful effort. It was fabulous with crackers and cheese, and fresh cherry (Sweet Million) tomatoes from the garden.

Gray Monk Gewürztraminer 2007
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada

Score: 86/100

Prices: BC $16.00 winery direct, VQA wine shops
Spicy, floral, green apple, grapefruit, fruit salad nose.

Fresh, round, light bodied style with some sweetness but decent acidity.

Grapefruit, peach skin, floral, spicy, green apple flavours. Easy going, fresh patio sipper for the summer.
UPC: 778829117093

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Enjoy your weekend...and I really appreciate any feedback or comments you may have.

Fond Regards

Keith

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