One of the world's most influential wine critics, James Suckling has just started to explore Canadian wines. In a recent trip to Montreal, James tried close to 100 wines from the best wineries from BC and Ontario. One of the standout wineries was Mission Hill Family Estate located in West Kelown BC in the Okanagan Valley.
The 2007 Oculus which will arrive at Firefly shortly, was awarded 95 points and was the best wine of the tasting.
The 2008 Five Vineyards Cabernet was awarded 92 points, and it is less than $17/bottle. It is a blend of 47% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Franc, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 5% Petit Verdot. Blackberry, black cherry and plummy tones on the nose with hints of currants and sandalwood.
"Very polished and long. This is an incredible value" James Suckling
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