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This Syrah is a baby at the moment, drinking beautifully and very approachable now, with great things ahead for those with patience! (CWC, 08\/09\/22). 406 cases made. Newly released when tasted and featured.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maverick","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47610803716389,"sku":null,"price":57.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/1984\/6693\/products\/2020-maverick-bush-vine-syrah-new-release-299363.jpg?v=1704576965"},{"product_id":"2007-stratus-white-🔥-93pts","title":"2007 Stratus White 🔥 93+pts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93+pts CWC, 94pts WineAlign\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWow. This 18-year-old Canadian white is the perfect proof of the world-class aging potential our wines are capable of. A blend of five grape varieties, led by 46% Sauvignon Blanc and supported by Chardonnay, Viognier, Sémillon, and Gewürztraminer, this bold white was built with a whopping 85% new oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expressive aromas of orange marmalade, crème brûlée, jasmine, ripe peaches, cardamom, and Christmas cake leap from the glass. The palate is rich and plush, with acidity that is stunningly precise and efficient. The oak is gracefully integrated, and the level of complexity is simply out of this world. Flavours revolve around grapefruit, orange zest, marmalade, pineapple, crème brûlée, and warm Christmas spices. The finish is long and seductive. 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This is a big feat because I rated it very highly since the 2019 vintage. Also, this is going to be the last vintage of “Bush Vines” for the next 3 years, due to mother nature's bad temper 😊 and vine damage during the 2024 season. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aromas are so incredibly pure and authentic, with big cherry, blueberry coulis, fresh cut herbs, pipe tobacco and leather. The palate is still compact and tense, but a good decant will help loosen up the mid-palate. Flavours of blue plum, blueberry, raspberry, red licorice, oak spices and a long white pepper finish. This wine will just get better with time and should prime in 5 years. 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Aged for 16 months in French Oak with 20% new, this wine has a lengthy, salty finish specific to the South Clos terroir and well blended with the cloves and white pepper from the barrel program. The nose is on lemon cake, almond cookie, blood orange, chamomile and flint. On the palate, yellow apple, peach and a lift of zesty citrus acidity. I like the clear definition between the richness of the South Clos and the energy of the Churchside Chards. These two showcase their own personalities, and the diversity of the Closson Chase estate vineyard. The highlight for me is the salty caramel on the very end of the finish. Delicious! 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