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WTN: 2003 Willow Springs Vidal (Ontario VQA)

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WTN: 2003 Willow Springs Vidal (Ontario VQA)

by Paul B. » Sun Jul 15, 2007 1:41 am

Wow, what a change from the unfortunate '06 Lakeview Riesling I opened earlier...

Willow Springs is interesting for its location, being north of Toronto, up in Stouffville, Ontario (click to see where). This was purchased recently at the LCBO for just under $10. This wine was also closed with a plastic cork but doesn't seem to be any worse for wear as a result. In fact, it is really very attractive.

11.3% alc. Rich medium straw hue with greenish glints; some carbonation still, which was not expected. Lovely rich pineapple nose accented with whiffs of tangerine and fleeting hints of pina colada. Off-dry but balanced with scintillating acidity, fine crispness, very fresh and invigorating with flavours that follow onto the palate and a cleansing texture towards the finish.

Truly a fine Vidal table wine from an atypically-located Ontarian winery.
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