Ironstone Xpression 2004

Margaret Anne was dubious about our purchase of this Ironstone Xpression red (for around $10--it was another clearance item at the government liquor store) but she found it nicer than she remembered from a previous encounter. Strawberries and roses on the nose, and a flavour that is fruity sweet without being sugary sweet. Nicely balanced, it went well with Asian pork, although not with the marinated vegetables or shrimp creole that were also part of the meal. "It's a red that tastes like a white," we agreed.

A pleasant beverage for a hot day, we'd guess--although we had it in a Saskatchewan February and enjoyed it just the same.