Vintages Picks

VINHO VERDE SEASON

VINHO VERDE SEASON

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When the summer FINALLY arrives, I will be buying two styles of Vinho Verde. The lighthearted, low-alcohol stuff for hot weather guzzling, and the…

SPANISH SUMMER RED

SPANISH SUMMER RED

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While many Spanish reds come in the blockbuster, and spicy/smooth style ““ here’s a medium-bodied fella that feels like a cross between Valpolicella and…

The $13.95 Solution!

The $13.95 Solution!

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LCBO Vintages likes to promote $19.95 as the going price for premium wines, but it ain’t true. There are lots of less expensive wines…

5 STAR APERITIF WHITE

5 STAR APERITIF WHITE

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Traditionally Vinho Verde was an inexpensive super light, slightly spritzy wine, but some producers are starting to craft a more “˜upscale’ edition, which they…