THE LOW DOWN: Jazz up your white wine repetoire with Soave, Viognier, Torrontes, Macon and an Aussie Pinot Grigio. Locals are the stars in the Rosé feature. (Unfortunately I didn’t get to taste the MALIVOIRE 09 ‘Ladybug Rosé’, VQA Niagara 559088 $15.95. I’ll report on it later) I only found three reds [...]
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Chile is number one for value these days (and doing well for quality too). My first impression of the Gato Negro was that it lacked Sauvignon character, but my understanding of the wine improved on the second gulp. “Hey, this has the friendly, easy drinking quality of a Pinot Grigio.” Maybe they got the label [...]
THE LOW DOWN: The feature wine country for the March 6th Vintages release is Chile – so it’s going to be a mixed feelings release due to the tragic earthquake. While there might not have been loss of life at the wineries, there is talk of substantial loss of wine stocks. This is an unfortunate [...]
THE LOW DOWN: My favourite wines from the previous two releases were Côtes du Rhône, and now this release features that region (the southern Rhône). Yippee!! My five picks this week are out-and-out charmers. So warm and cuddly you may not want the winter to end.
I’m also recommending a pair of New World rich reds [...]
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THE LOW DOWN: Best Vintages release in a long time. Lots of great tasting and distinctive wines for only $12.95. But you must try the Rasteau for $15.
anytime sipper
wine style: fresh white
RAPAURA SPRINGS 08 Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, N.Z. 142919 $14.95 New Zealand Sauv in a mellow mood. Well, almost. The usual exuberance is tempered with [...]
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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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LCBO Vintages Saturday November 21, 2009
THE LOW DOWN: Fancy wines at fancy prices are the features in this release. Go get em! For something more interesting and affordable check out the following.
P. S. Hate to say it, but I was disappointed with the premium local offerings.
WHITES
wine style: NICE & EASY WHITE
Aveleda 08 Alvarinho ‘Follies’, Portugal [...]
VINTAGES Oct 24
THE LOW DOWN: It’s the calm before the storm! Just a few picks – but I’m sure the next few releases will get more tempting. Stay tuned.
WHITES
Tamar Ridge 08 Riesling ‘Devil’s Corner’, Tasmania
138289 $18.95
wine style: FRESH WHITE
Refreshing and friendly. A lovely mix of citrus tang and delicate flavours. Weekend sipper.
Crabilis 08 Vermentino, Sardinia, [...]
Cono Sur put a lot of effort into developing lesser known grape varieties such as Viognier, Taste their 08 and you’ll be delighted that they’re doing this. I’ll be shocked if it doesn’t rock your world big time. It’s a bit like Chardonnay but more delicate and elegant. Rich white that’s refreshing and god at [...]
Don’t let the Summer go by without a Fresita day. This strawberry infused sparkling wine from Chile is delicious and fun. Need I say more?
Vina Casal de Gorchs ‘Fresita’, Chile 56697 $13.95
