DOMAINE CATHERINE LE GOEUIL, Côtes-du-Rhône Villages, France

Cuvee Lea Felsch 2003
Grenache, Syrah, Carignan, Cinsault, Mouvedre, Counoise
"A pure pleasure, this decadently fruity wine has it all, boatloads of lush fruit, a glowing, deep red colour, an explosive bouquet of black cherries and the one ingredient usually missing in this price category, genuine complexity. This wine stands on its own merits, a special cuvee selected from older vines from the estate, vinitfied separately form the regular lots, and rather special."
Stephen Tranzer, International Wine Cellar 90 Points 2000 Vintage
Decanter Magazing Sept 2005: Recommended

Cairanne Cuvée Marie Rouvière 2003
70% Grenache, 20% Syrah, 10% Mouvedre
"Sweet aromas of black fruits, leather and earth are accompanied by a medium-bodied, structured wine with good underlying acidity as well as light to moderate tannin. Cairanne's pronounced earthiness is well-displayed."
Robert Parker 87 points
Decanter Recommended Buy

DROMANA ESTATE, Australia

Garry Crittenden I Barbera 2002
"It is made in the Italian tradition, with little oak influence and the emphasis on fruit and structure. The result is an abundance of mouth-watering aromas and flavours of damson plums, maraschino cherries and Italian herbs."
The Melbourne Age 4.5 stars

Mornington Estate Pinot Noir 2002
"The 2002 Mornington Estate Pinot Noir is a rich and velvety smooth combination of poached plums, ripe cherries, and a hint of Asian sweet spices. A lick of quality French oak and some fine, tannin grip and the package is complete."
Uncorked Magazine 4 stars

David Traeger Verdelho 2003
"A warm and dry vintage period allowed for excellent flavour development in the winewith tropical fruit components of mango and guava braced by a hint of spicy citrus. Big warm flavours are balanced by tangy crisp acid and a long, lingering finish."
2001 Vintage received 5 stars by Decanter Magazine

FRA GUERAU , Montsant, Spain

Fra Guerau 2002
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Tempranillo, Granacha, Carinena, Monastrell
"A blend of seven grape varieties aged in American and French oak barrels. Red cherry colour, bright with ruby rim, lightly toasty, wood and coffee notes from the cask. Pronounced cherry flavours, spicy with some complex mineral notes"<
89 points November Wine Access

GLORIA FERRER, Sonoma, California, USA

Blanc de Noirs
"Pretty toast and dough aromas up front. The wine fans out to reveal a broad range of flavors, including pear, apple, citrus, mineral, honey nut and floral qualities. Long finish." Score: 89
Wine Enthusiast

Carneros Pinot Noir 2002
"Unabashedly Pinot, and a solid benchmark of Carneros: breathe in and you might as well be standing in a strawberry patch above the San Pablo Bay. Here, the fragrant red berry fruit lasts with a brightness, and a scent of violets. Structured, with a delicate vein." Score: 92
Wine & Spirits

PARRI ESTATE, Southern Fleurieu, Australia

Viognier Chardonnay 2005
"Driven by Viognier component, with an appealin mix of yellow peach and apricot, cleansed and lightened by a long, clean and bright finish." Score: 90 points. James Halliday
August 27/28 2005, The Australian

Semillon 2004
"Lively, fresh lemon zest; excelent balance & length; has real finesse. 11% alcohol is spot on. Screw cap." Score: 93 points. James Halliday
Australian Wine Companion 2006

VIONTA, Rias Baixas, Spain

Albariño 2004
"Vionta Albarino opens with brilliant floral aromas and has smooth peach and apricot flavours. With the Vineyards located along the Atlantic ocean it is not surprising that Albarino goes superbly with shellfish, especially oysters."
August 2004 Toronto Life 4½ Stars, 90 points November Wine Access

November 2005, World Wine and Food Expo – Moncton, NB Silver Medal