CedarCreek Ehrenfelser 2010, BC VQA Okanagan Valley $18.90
Resolve to get out of your wine drinking rut and taste some unknown (or uncommon) varietals. (Why not aim for one a month?) A good starting point would be CedarCreek's high-acid Ehenfelser, made from the fruit of 25-year-old vines. This German grape is a rare cross between Riesling and Silvaner, and now becomes better wine in British Columbia than in its land of origin. It's a wonderful food-friendly grape that compliments a variety of cuisines. The acidic bite pairs well with spicy Indian and Thai curries. It's a classic match for roast chicken, pork and semi-soft cheeses. It also works well with egg dishes, such as quiche. Available at VQA Stores and private wine shops.
Kasey Wilson is food editor of Wine Access magazine and editor of Best Places Vancouver.