2017 Flat Rock Cellars Nadja’s Vineyard Riesling – $24.95 – ****+ – Nadja’s vineyard has become a staple in my house. There is something special about Riesling from the bench. The aromas are bright lime and mineral and on the palate flavours to match with nice concentration and intensity. This is definitely part of a club of wineries that set the benchmark for Riesling in the province.
2015 Gravity Pinot Noir – $34.95 – ****½ – To call this wine a showstopper would still be an understatement. When I opened this bottle it was late into the evening with a couple of friends and we had opened some interesting bottles – some good bottles – but nothing that moved us. The moment each of us raised our glass to our lips we all had to pause for a moment and reflect deeply on what we were holding in our hands. Rich dark cherry, subtle earthiness, and heavy floral notes go from the nose to the finish. I hope to carry a few bottles in my cellar to share with some very close friends in the future.
