LCBO Sale Pick of the Week: April 24
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Aquinas 2010 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley, California)
Sale $17.05, Regular $19.05
Discount (until April 27): $2.00
LCBO #277657 | 750 mL bottle
Tastes like: Sweet red cherries, cranberry, cinnamon.
Pairs with: Charcuterie, light cheeses, walnuts, chicken sandwich.
Good for: Saying cheers to the sunshine on your back deck/porch/patio.
Drink this: Now.
Alcohol: 14%
Why we're drinking this
We’re suckers for good Pinot Noir. And good Napa Pinot is darn hard to find for under $25 (or $50, for that matter). This is a really nice, fruity version, designed for immediate drinking. It’s soft textured, and has a slightly sweet edge. Fair warning: Fans of big, big Cabernets and Syrahs beware! This wine is not for you. But if you’re not put off by wines that are “delicate and fruity,” this is a nice one. Don’t over-think it.
Tasting note
Fruity and perfumed red cherries and cranberry—that’s about all you need to know. There’s some plum, too, and maybe a hint of blueberry and red nibs. The tannins are very light, almost non-existent. So it’s not a wine for serious food, but rather for quaffing in good company with a few light snacks. Serve it just slightly chilled, and enjoy with plenty of sunshine.
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