FAB FOOD-FRIENDLY LOCAL ROSE
byBest young and fresh is the rule for Rosé, but there are exceptions. Such as this local 2-year-old which has developed a ‘winey’ character…
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Explore a Local Summer Red
byThere are two requirements for enjoying this wine; you need to enjoy lighter reds, and not expect the usual Shiraz show. Instead, imagine hanging…
MORE NON-OAKED LOCAL CHARDONNAYS
byI recently recommended Angels Gate Non-oaked Chardonnay and here’s two more similar whites worth exploring. I expect to see more Non-oaked Chardonnay on the…
ROSE IN JANUARY
byIt was a cold and stormy night … and I was in the mood for a simple fish stew. Inspired by all the wonderful…
Niagara Red Wine Stars
byThe Bosc family at Chateau des Charmes have been making excellent, down-to-earth, Gamays for decades and, thanks to the warm 2014 vintage, this may…
Niagara House White Wine Stars
byNIAGARA STARS In Burgundy, Chardonnay rules but the locals also enjoy the Aligote grape to freshen-up the palate before dinner. Think dry martini. Bracing….
Local Sparkler
byELEGANT LOCAL SPARKLER AT A REASONABLE PRICE This Chardonnay-based sparkler has a gentler touch than most Bruts. The expression is pure pleasure, with a…
“˜TAKES YOUR BREATH AWAY’ RIESLING
byThe best local Dry Rieslings have the energy and sleekness that one might associate with the experience of riding in an expensive Italian sports…
NIAGARA DOES BISTRO
byMost local Gamay based wines take on an Italian tang (great with pizza), but the new 14 vintage from Angels Gate is in the…