The Local Riesling Club
There’s no such organization, but maybe I should form one! There are lots of fans of local Riesling because it can be so good. Except in the 2007 vintage when it lost its edge and went flat. Flat or smooth are not a good thing in Riesling. The 08’s seem to be [...]
In addition to the previous recommended Featherstone 08 Riesling ‘Old Vines’ VQA Twenty Mile Bench $16.95, Featherstone also has an excellent dry Riesling ‘Old Vines’ of their own. Seriously tart and needs a year.
If you’re there check out the off-dry Rosé. Lots of zest for party sipping or alfresco meals. Featherstone is a genuine cottage [...]
before you go Pick up a copy of Wineries of Ontario at LCBO stores. It has maps and all the contact info for wineries, restaurant and hotels. www.winesofontario.ca
the low down The wonderful 07 Vintage is the current hot topic but don’t overlook the wines of 06, which are drinking really well right now. This cool [...]
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