Hamilton Russell Maple Grove Chardonnay - 2020 (750ml) Cabernet Franc The first plunge brings forth

The first plunge brings forth chewy peppered steak soaked in pepper sauce with the tang of crispy seaweed

The color is a handsome dark ruby with just a bit of pink at the edge

7 & 10 years old

Notes of port wine

All barley used is heirloom 2-row Schooner barley

Hamilton Russell Maple Grove Chardonnay - 2020 (750ml) Cabernet Franc The first plunge brings forth90 points Wine Spectator Snappy and refreshing, with apricot and pear flavors that are laced with spice and linger on the supple finish. Drink now. 230 cases made. 90 points Wine Enthusiast Style is at the forefront on the aromas, with notes of clarified butter, peach and candle wax. Medium bodied white peach and lemony flavors follow, with bright acid around it all. It needs time to fully integrate but has impressive stuffing. Give it time or decant.