Country: Canada
Manager: Liam Carrier
This week we try-out two great BC red-wine blends. Keeping to the rules of the WCOW, the wines are at or under the $20 limit here in the host province of British Columbia. As the manager for Team Canada I want to try-out a number of red blends as I believe this is a category in which Canada will do well and may even win – especially at the $20 price-point.
Wine #1: Jackson-Triggs Vinters 2006 Proprietor's Reserve Meritage
Price: $20
Region: Black Sage Bench - Okanagan Valley
Country: Canada
Notes: Excellent, classic Meritage blend of 44% Merlot, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon and 18% Cabernet Franc. Needs 2hrs of decanting.
Full review: Follow Link
Score: 88 points
Wine #2: La Frenz Winery 2007 Montage
Price: $20
Region: Naramata Bench – Okanagan Valley
Country: Canada
Notes: A of Shiraz, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Shiraz is becoming a signature grape for BC and here adds warmly received spice to the blend. Amazing.
Full review: Follow Link
Score: 90 points
Conclusion: The La Frenz Montage wins and moves on to the National championship stage. It scored higher due to its impressive combination of complexity of flavour and approachability. This is a fantastic wine and a real steal at $20 and it's no wonder the winery sells out every vintage. For availability check their website: www.lafrenzewinery.com
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