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LCBO Vintages Saturday Dec 5

3rd
Dec. × ’09

THE LOW DOWN: Vintages always produce glitzy catalogues for the holidays, but the wines are seldom as good as the photography. Good wine don’t appear on demand. Regular readers will know that I frequently recommend something for Christmas in June and summer wines in the winter.
I will be covering Sparkling, Sweet and other holiday favourites [...]

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The Wine & The Glassware

24th
Aug. × ’09

Austrian wine tastes great out of Austrian glassware (Riedel) and here’s where you can enjoy both. Six or more wines available by the glass.

August: Bb33 Bistro, 33 Gerrard West (Delta Chelsea Hotel)
September: Niagara Street Café, 169 Niagara Street
October: Reds Bistro, 77 Adelaide West

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Get Out the Grüner

23rd
Jun. × ’09

A decade ago no one had heard of this Austrian grape but now it’s groovy to be drinking Grüner. It feels like a mix of Sauvignon Blanc and Dry Riesling – a little spicy and a little spritzy. Winzer Krems 08 is the best ever from this winery. Wonderful exuberance, refreshment and a happy feeling. [...]

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Exploring Other Whites

3rd
May. × ’09

Let me tell you something that’s not well known. There is more variety in white wine than in red because winemakers are more willing to let white grapes express themselves. But please don’t ask me why this is so!
You all know the rule about always starting the evening or event with a refreshing wine, but [...]

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