Monks remind me of France, and this Monk puts me specifically in mind of Alsace. The white gewürztraminer grape rises to its greatest heights in that sunny northern French region, but this fine interpretation of that style comes from the Canadian West. It's medium-bodied and lusciously off-dry, doling out the grape's classic lychee, ginger and rose-petal characters set against cleansing acidity and spice. Perfect for spicy curries; $14.79 (plus tax) in B.C., various prices in Alberta.