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On the List

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A blend of Grenache, Roussanne, Clairette and Viognier, this wine reveals flavours of white flowers with pear and peach notes. 

Softly textured, well balanced and very versatile.  There is a lovely fruity finish.

Grilled Pork tenderloin with sauteed apple and onion. Steamed carrots and lemon/mint potatoes on the side. Pasta would work well too.

This definitely goes on the List of the Best Whites we’ve enjoyed in 2022

COTES DU RHONE BLANC – MEFFRE SAINT VINCENT

$16.99 regularly $18.99

13.5% Alcohol

UPC: 03142920026306

Approach with Abandon

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Approach with Abandon

Biodynamics has existed for nearly a century and is a trusted method for many small and large producers around the world. The varietals in this French white might not be all that familiar to you, but they are absolutely worth getting to know!

Vermentino is similar in style to Sauvignon Blanc, so is an easy transition for anyone looking to try something new without getting too adventurous.

When paired together with the more popular, medium-bodied, low tannin Viognier, you get a beautiful blend that is a nicely balanced wine.


The harvest is made at night to protect the grapes from oxydation and preserve optimum freshness. Grapes are then directly pressed without maceration, the wine is cooled down and left one fine lees. The two grapes varieties are blended and aged on fine lees in neutral content to bring complexity to the wine.


Viognier can be a tough sell around here.  I’m very glad the Goddess of Wine persists, with new adventures like this. Very worthwhile choice for the Mystery Case.

Thoughts of Roses and lilies come to mind..  It is surprisingly Fresh.Tingly.  but not effervescent.


La Tournee Ferraton Vermentino Viognier

$19.99 Regularly $21.99

13.5% Alcohol

Classic Beginning to end

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Christmas dinner was a good way to share this great white blend. 

Lots of our favourite aromas and flavours come to the forefront. Tropical and Balanced.

Grenache Blanc and Viognier grown in the Gard, blended with Roussanne and Clairette grown in the Vaucluse.

It’s easy not to let this one hang around – best had when fresh as it arrives at your favourite dairy.

Medium-bodied, just dry enough.  There’s not a lot of complexity here … but it’s classic Rhone.

Saint Vincent, born during the 3rd century in Spain, is considered the patron saint of winegrowers. Vincent means triumphant in Latin. 

COTES DU RHONE BLANC – MEFFRE SAINT VINCENT

$15.99 regularly $17.99 

13.5% Alcohol

UPC:03142920026306

Mediterranean Mezes Mix

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The Languedoc-Roussillon has for long been a Mediterranean cultural crossroads that ensures a dynamic exchange of ideas, people and grape varieties.


This 2019 Blanc is an organic blend of Viognier and Marsanne grown south of Carcassone in Languedoc. A long time proponent of organic viticulture in Languedoc, Chateau de Caraguilhes has been making wine for more than two centuries, and growing organic since 1987. 


It’s crisp, fresh, and clear. Makes me think of the Mediterranean islands because this would be an idea sipper whilst enjoying light mezes.


PAYS D’OC VIOGNIER MARSANNE – L’OLIVETTE ORGANIC 2019

$15.49 regularly $16.99

12.5% Alcohol

UPC: 00626990305903

Pitsa would be impressed

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the Hummingbirds fly in a Figure 8 formation in their vineyards. 


The founders of Burrowing Owl Winery in Oliver are behind the new venture of Calliope Wines.


Calliope in Greek means ‘beautiful Voice’.  Calliope Amagolapitsa would be happy that they’ve chosen her name for the wine.  They market the wine for casual get togethers. Pitsa’s all for that!


Not a wine your’e going to put down for a few years – it’s meant to be enjoyed now. So we are.


Each year the blend is a bit different – this year’s varietal is Gewürztraminer and Viognier. It’s crisp with lovely fruit flavours and a really fresh finish.


Keeping it light, we served shrimp and scallops in a tomato/onion broth with freshly baked bread and an orange salad.


It would also go well with something like homemade pizza or chicken cordon bleu. If it’s still available in the summer, it would be great to take on a picnic or to enjoy on the deck.


This is a marvellous start to Mystery Case #4

Calliope – Figure 8 White 2019
UPC: 00688229105197
Alcohol: 13%
$15.99 regularly $16.99