Vintages June 6, 2009
byTHE LOW DOWN: Dry Rosé is the feature and I’m recommending five wines including a great-value local from Tawse Estate. My picks are novel…
Wine Picks
Please try and have these wines in the recommended context. Wine pleasure is about a match of wine and mood.
Creekside Shiraz
byLocal Shiraz is very different from Little Penguin. Creekside winery is the master of local Shiraz and if you get a chance to visit…
Best Fish Sandwich in T.O.
byIf you’re around St. Lawrence Market, check out the one and only! It’s right at the back of the market beside Alex Cheese Shop….
Bye Bye Bonnet
byMy longest running recommendation, Chateau Bonnet White Bordeaux, is no longer available at the LCBO. Too bad, because it stood head and shoulders above…
Local Asparagus Season
byThey’re up, they’re in the stores and they’re at your local market. Home-grown asparagus is one of my favourite local produce and it tastes…
Artisanale Café & Bistro
byIf you’re in Guelph area, check out and celebrate Ontario Terrior at Artisanal café & bistro. Over the next few weeks they’re featuring organic…
Taste Spring in a Glass
byIt’s time for my favourite Spring ritual ““ a glass of Sauvignon Blanc on the patio, or in the garden. On a warm day…
Malivoire Ladybug Rosé
byCheck this local hero out! Malivoire 08 Rosé ‘Ladybug’, VQA Niagara 559088 $15.95 (Vintages) Delicious fruitiness, some zest and a fun, drink-me-anytime feeling. Fun…
Time for Rosé
byThe LCBO’s summer line-up of dry Rosé is now on the shelves and there’s lots to explore. Good values from South America and Spain,…