For “Wine Wednesday” we are going to look at a local and an Argentinean.

Local first. From the Deep Creek Wine Estate we have the 2006 Old Vines Riesling. Produced in the Okanagan Valley and by design still following the “Wine Purity Law” of 1856 (Wein Reinheitsgebot) created without any chemicals or additives.

This Riesling shows aromas of citrus, green apple and a minerality that is understated. On your palate you will get fresh citrus with some steeliness accompanied by a slight nuttiness that makes it mouth-watering. This Riesling can be paired with many dishes, but on its own is a treat. You can cellar this wine for another 10 years and it will only get better.

Now our Argentinean Torrontes from Zuccardi. It is part of the Zuccardi family’s Series A Wines and is a high quality wine showing off Argentina’s best growing practises and areas. It comes from the high valleys of Salta in northern Argentina. The wine has aromas of pears, passion fruit, oranges and white flowers.

On your palate it is refreshing and long lasting and a delicate finish with some more of the white flower coming through. I would pair this wine with delicate white fish or a seriously spicy Thai dish.

Both wines are readily available at better quality stores and will definitely bring a smile to your face and warmness to your soul.

Cheers
James and the 1er Cru at Coal Harbour Liquor Store