WTN: 2007 Pelee Island Gamay/Zweigelt (Ontario VQA)

Available on the LCBO general list for $10.95.

12.5% alc./vol. Clear, medium garnet-ruby hue. The blend really shows through on the nose, with Gamay-inspired strawberry/cherry fruit atop Zweigelt's telltale meaty/white-pepper nose - a winning combination. Brisk acidity on the entry; very flavourful and spicy on the mid-palate, with crisp, balanced acidity and very nice grippy tannin. Appetizing; palate-cleansing texture. Dry and warm on the aft-palate with pleasant spicy replays. An excellent table wine.

I think that Pelee Island has a very reliable blend here. I tried the 2006 some time back and found it an astounding value and a truly well conceived blend. Zweigelt is a suitable vinifera for the Ontarian climate, and whether alone or in combination with the non-herbaceous Gamay, it works very well.

Great tip, Paul B. Should be able to find it here I`d say.

Bob,

I knew that was you before I even opened the notification!

Reliable you always are with the feedback - thank you.

If you can get this wine, I recommend decanting it for 1-2 hours, and trying it with roast beef. I think you'll like it very much.

Another big thumbs up for this wine from me and a thank you to Paul B for showing me the way.

Just found out it is close by, in fact 6 stores carry it out here!