PEILiquor-LateWinter2018

* Try These featured wines from the USA at the Stratford and Montague Taste Stations until April 1. See more details on page 40. PEI LIQUOR WINE TASTE STATION

BONTERRA CHARDONNAY ORGANIC * 09648Z, 750mL, $24.99 Mendocino County, California

BOGLE CHENIN BLANC * 09560Z, 750mL $23.79 Clarksburg, California

MCMANIS FAMILY VINEYARDS VIOGNIER *

09501Z, 750mL $21.49 River Junction, California

The organic grapes from Medocino County offer flavours of green apple, pear, and citrus. 70% of the juice is fermented in a combination of French and American oak and undergoes malolactic fermentation to create a rich and creamy wine. The remaining 30% is fermented in stainless steel to preserve the crisp fruit flavours. Aromas of honey and almonds followed by tropical scents. Refreshing on the palate with a clean minerality and zesty citrus. Pair with coconut curry halibut.

The climate in Clarksburg features warms days tempered by cool coastal winds and fog which moves inland from San Francisco Bay. This Chenin Blanc has aromas of orange blossom and honey- suckle with flavours of fresh green apple and tropical fruits. It is a low acidity wine with a soft finish and an ideal accompaniment to PEI Rock Crab and Lobster Cakes.

The fruit for this Viognier was harvested in late summer and was cold fermented in stainless steel to retain the unique fruit characteristics. Light straw in color with aromas of peach, pear and apricot. This wine carries its aromas directly into the stone fruit zone. With a long fruity finish and a touch of minerality this wine is an excellent addition to penne florentine updated with golden raisins.

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