If you've been paying attention lately, you'd have noticed the plethora of sparkling wines coming out in Ontario. Ontario winemakers are re-discovering bubbles and we're all the beneficiary of that discovery. There also seems to be a two pronged focus: on the different and unique (Riesling, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc) and on the more traditional versions (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir). This Cave Spring version is 100% Chardonnay grapes taken from the old plot of the Cave Spring vineyard (planted between 1974 - 1976) and spent 6+ years on its lees in bottle. The result is a bubbly that's biscuity with lots of citrus aromas and something else that carries itself from start to finish: crisp green apple along with hints of lemon pith. The acidity keeps it fresh with some bite on the tongue and there's even a long lingering almond cookie finish. Lovely. Great for breakfast on New Year's day. Price: $39.95 - Rating: ****+