GREAT VALUE WINES FOR BBQ SEASON
Hidden gems to look for at your favourite wine store, exclusively recommended by Moxie’s own Sommelier, Kim Spence
TOP 5 WINES TO TRY WITH STEAK
Vina Cobos Felino Cabernet Sauvignon (2008) Argentina
If you love Malbec, you have to see what Argentina can do with Cab. Black currant, boysenberry, tobacco, with soft tannins. This vineyard is owned by renowned Napa Wine Maker Paul Hobbs and all of their wines embody an intense ripe, concentrated quality that is irresistible.
Louis M Martini Cabernet Sauvignon (2008) Sonoma
Fruit from all over Sonoma is selected to create the complexity and depth for this great priced wine. Flavours of red cherry, blackberry and fresh sage meld into layers of chocolate and vanilla flavours.
Emiliana Novas Carmenere/Cabernet Sauvignon (2009) Colchagua Valley, Chile
This winery is Biodynamic and Organic, and you can taste the difference. Carmenere is a tough grape to ripen but in the sunny hillsides of the Colchagua, they reach their pinnacle of perfection. The palate is firm but very silky with elegant, well‐structured tannins, tremendous volume and a persistent finish.
Cantina di Negrar Ripasso (2009) Italy
In the region of Valpolicella, they make one of the world’s great wine styles called Amarone; a sundried grape that is turned into dry, intensely fruity and balanced wines. Dark ruby red color; aromas of vanilla, black berry, black liquorice and mint; dry, medium to full palate, balanced structure, with rich berry fruit centre and a long finish.
St Hallett Faith (2009) Barossa, Australia
Notes of raspberry, cherry, spice and vanilla, and it’s just so easy to drink. This Shiraz is a great accompaniment to the spicy, savoury, sweet flavours of BBQ sauce.
5 MUST TRY WINES FOR SUMMER
Vina Centenarias Tempranillo (2007) Toro Spain | $20
For Rioja lovers, check out this exciting up and coming region from Spain – Toro. A DO with a history of rustic wines is now making opulent, well structured Tempranillo like Vina Centenarias
Mud House Central Otago Pinot Noir (2008) New Zealand | $20
Intense notes of cherry, cedar and mushroom. A perfectly balanced wine, versatile with food or by itself.
Boekenhoutskloof – The Chocolate Block (2008) South Africa | $40
This blend of Syrah, Grenache and Cab is just stunning. Spicy notes which is supported by ripe plum, black fruit and violet aromas. BBQ foods beware; you have met your match.
Wither Hills Pinot Gris Marlborough (2009) New Zealand | $22
The recent popularity of Pinot Grigio has brought New Zealand to the forefront on quality and unique style. It is the perfect combination of refreshing acidity and peach, pear and almost tropical flavours.
Exclusively recommended by Moxie’s own Sommelier, Kim Spence
*Pricing reflects Alberta retail.