IN PRAISE OF THE ORIGINAL VINHO VERDE
byThis summer I’ve been touting the virtues of single grape variety Vinho Verdes, but now I’d like to remind you of the humble original…
Wine Picks
Please try and have these wines in the recommended context. Wine pleasure is about a match of wine and mood.
THE AMPHORA EXPERIENCE
byClay amphoras were to the ancient Greeks what the oak barrel is to winemakers today. A vessel for storing and ageing wine. Portugal is…
THE GOOSEBERRY THING
byWhen I started reviewing wines Sauvignon Blanc was barely a player, and the only editions hailed from the north West of France. Some of…
Malbec 2 Ways
byToro is the #1 selling red in Argentina. “Wine made by workers for workers” is the slogan of the Cooperative that produces it so,…
BRILLIANT FOOD ROSE ON SALE
byCono Sur winery keeps on giving. This time, up-grading their Rosé to Pinot Noir which means the wine has delicious fruitiness, some richness and…
Italian House Red on Sale!
bySALE ON SUMMER HOUSE RED FROM THE ITALIAN ALPS ““ UNFORTUNATELY VERY LIMITED AVAILABILITY For many of us $14.95 is on the high side…
THREE AMAZING $10 SUMMER WHITES
byThe Chenin Blanc grape is not well known in these parts, but don’t let that stop you from buying the two wines below. Amazing…
NOT TO BE MISSED WINE SALES at LCBOs ~
byThere are some exceptional sale-deals currently at LCBOs, but you must grab them before closing time on Sunday. The LCBO looks good offering discounts,…
PINOT GRIGIO WITH EXTRA ZING
byFor many of us Pinot Grigio is a safe, neutral wine. Sort of boring, a lot like background music ““ fills the space. However,…