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February 2012Full-bodied reds... | HESTER CREEK ESTATE WINERY | | 2008 THE JUDGE | | Okanagan Valley, British Columbia | | | | Tasting Notes | | This full bodied Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon blend comes together to present a full, rich mouth feel, with notes of dark fruit and well integrated tannins. Notes of spice, berries, herbs, caramel, black pepper and cherry combine with a long finish of plum and cassis for a wine that is meant to age. Less than 300 cases made. | | | | Food Pairing | Grilled pork tenderloin, oven roasted leg of lamb
Cheeses - Danish Blue, aged Cheddar, goat Brie. | | | | Available from the winery directly 1.866.498.4435 | | $45.00 CAD | | |
| GLEN CARLOU | | 2008 GRAND CLASSIQUE | | Paarl, South Africa | | | | Tasting Notes | | A classic Bordeaux style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. Intriguing aromas of clove, sandalwood and fresh blackcurrant are followed by a velvety smooth palate brimming with ripe berry fruit and well supported by supple tannins and gentle oak. | | | | Food Pairing | Grilled rosemary lamb chops, teriyaki beef, grilled beef tenderloin
Cheeses - aged Gouda, Comte, San Andreas | | | | Available from BC Liquor stores | | $19.99 CAD | | |
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