Team’s top picks SAQ Estimauville
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- of Julien L.April 23, 2023(Automatically translated) Inspired by the Ripasso style, but with Bordeaux grape varieties. Nose of ripe fruit reminiscent of blackcurrant, black plum and fig, with notes of dried flowers and eucalyptus. Just enough tannins and freshness that support the enveloping texture. A go-anywhere wine that loves barbecue.
- of Julien L.January 16, 2023(Automatically translated) My favorite wine from Quebecer Nathalie Bonhomme. Malvasia is expressed here by aromas of very ripe pear, mango, apricot and orange peel, with notes of toasted almond. An almost round mouth with just enough freshness. Try with a cod curry with coconut milk.
- of Julien L.August 29, 2022(Automatically translated) For lovers of powerful wines. This cuvée made from Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec seduces with its aromas of very ripe black fruit, its enveloping mouth, and its balanced finish. A wine that is both surprising and comforting.
- $22.35Not available Online Available In storeof Julien L.August 26, 2022(Automatically translated) Balance is the key word of this Rhone cuvée. The enveloping side of grenache is present, with just enough freshness and a very well integrated woody. A wine of pleasure that goes perfectly with Mediterranean beef skewers.
- of Julien L.August 23, 2022(Automatically translated) One of the most beautiful cuvées from the baco noir grape variety. A delightful wine with aromas of very ripe red plum, blueberries, candied cherry, pepper and sweet spices. In the mouth, it has everything to please: body, freshness, and length. The perfect match for barbecue sauce ribs!
- of Julien L.August 17, 2022(Automatically translated) A chenin blanc all in finesse, which contrasts with the sometimes more opulent style of some cuvées produced by Quails'Gate. Sensation of minerality, zest of lemon, pear, peach and lilac. Dry, with an almost ample texture, but supported by a beautiful freshness. Here is the shrimp stir-fry!
- $29.35Not available Online Not available In storeof Julien L.August 15, 2022(Automatically translated) Here is a rare wine from the Similkameen Valley, next door to British Columbia's most famous Okanagan Valley. It is reminiscent of a "gourmet" Bordeaux, with very ripe raspberry and plum accents. A perception of aromas of graphite, cedar and dried herbs is added. Perfect for duck confit.
- of Julien L.August 15, 2022(Automatically translated) For lovers of dry Riesling. It comes from the coolest region of the Okanagan (Kelowna-Lake Country), which gives it a pleasant acidity to salivate. Aromas of green apple, lemon juice, nectarine, with subtle notes of wet pebble and honey. Order the sushi!
- of Julien L.August 15, 2022(Automatically translated) This is THE classic Canadian Chardonnay. Halfway between the fresh and mineral style of some Burgundy whites, and the round and exuberant style of Californian Chardonnays. Ripe apple, chalk, acacia, a slight milky touch and subtle notes of toasted hazelnut. Of a great balance.
- Not available Online Not available In storeof Julien L.July 31, 2022(Automatically translated) An explosion of stone fruit on the nose. Richness and roundness in the mouth. It will be able to support a butter chicken.
- Sold outof Julien L.July 31, 2022(Automatically translated) A powerful wine inspired by the passerillage technique used to make Amarone. Aromas of fig, strawberry, black cherry, cigar box and leather. Finish both tastefull and tannic. Goes perfectly with lamb shanks with prunes.
- Not available Online Available In storeof Julien L.July 31, 2022(Automatically translated) It opens with a powerful sensation of minerality, chalk, white peach and pear, with subtle smoky and milky notes. In the mouth, a roundness well supported by a fresh acidity. Serve with grilled scallops in butter.
- of Julien L.July 29, 2022(Automatically translated) A very expressive viognier reminiscent of pear, fresh apricot, nectarine and white pepper, with notes of mint leaf. Ample texture in the mouth, with just enough freshness. Grandiose. Accompany it with a shrimp pad thai.
- Not available Online Not available In storeof Julien L.July 21, 2022(Automatically translated) For lovers of roundness. On the nose, ripe apple, peach, acacia, toasted hazelnuts, vanilla. Oily texture in the mouth, supported by a refreshing acidity. A Chardonnay that is both gourmet and elegant. Try with seared scallops in butter.
- of Julien L.July 21, 2022(Automatically translated) A dry and refreshing Riesling. The aromas of the hydrocarbon family, usually typical of the grape variety, are rather discreet here, to give way to the fruit. Green apple, pear, nectarine, and a balanced acidity. Perfect for sushi!
- of Julien L.July 17, 2022(Automatically translated) No, it's not a Champagne. And yet, this Quebec sparkling wine developed in traditional method has something to impress. Mainly based on Chardonnay, Two years of aging on lees. Ripe apple, white flowers, toast and roundness. Yum!
- Not available Online Not available In storeof Julien L.July 17, 2022(Automatically translated) More and more Quebec winemakers are planting Pinot Gris in Quebec, and they are right. In Ste-Pétronille, the Denault family even decided to make it their new king grape variety. Tropical fruits, finesse and freshness at the rendezvous.