Long have I been a fan of the Gamay grape – next to my passion for Cabernet Franc as Ontario’s red grape of choice, I think we do a heck of a job with Gamay – and it is so amenable: you can oak it or unoak it, chill it or room-temperature it, serve it on its own or with food, you can bathe with it or in it … it’s just such a fun grape … and usually very well priced. Check out this tasty treat from Cave Spring for instance, it hits all the marks for a good Gamay. The nose is ripe with strawberry and cherry, while the palate delivers much of the same along with good acidity and a nice tannin balance. Chill it to really bring out the cherry notes or leave it at room temperature for strawberry to dominate, either way it’s delicious and a real bargain. Price: $12.95 – Rating: ****