Monthly Archives: October 2009

SUMAC RIDGE BLACK SAGE VINEYARD MERLOT 2006

Posted on October 6, 2009 by John Galea

Ah Merlot, the wine vilified in Sideways ! With my issues with having preconceived definitions of what a Merlot ought to taste like it’s to wonder why I bother … Onto the wine. It’s quite dark in color with a … Continue reading →

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Marmorelle Bianco 2008

Posted on October 5, 2009 by John Galea

I had this wine at Terroni’s . As usual it is not available in the LCBO which is a shame. This is quite common with their wine list. I find restaurants do that so you have no idea how much … Continue reading →

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MONTES LIMITED SELECTION SAUVIGNON BLANC 2008

Posted on October 4, 2009 by John Galea

I have really come to enjoy Sauv Blancs. I think they are very food friendly, generally not sweet and reasonably complex/long for a white. A lot of countries make good Suav Blancs. New Zealand is well known for them but … Continue reading →

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ST. FRANCIS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2005

Posted on October 3, 2009 by John Galea

Stopped on by the Keg and thought I would try something different. The price on this one is stupid $14.95 for a 6 ounce glass. But I thought I would give it a whirl. I made a mistake and did … Continue reading →

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Long dog (Winery visit in Prince Edward County)

Posted on October 2, 2009 by John Galea

This write up is from our trip this summer to the Prince Edward County area. See the entire article at my Prince Edward County trip blog For now Long Dog are not in the LCBO. Long Dog Winery 2007 Pinot … Continue reading →

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BALTHASAR RESS RIESLING KABINETT 2007 QmP

Posted on October 1, 2009 by John Galea

A while back I did a Riesling event in my home where we compared some well aged Rieslings (1986 was the oldest!) and it was a lot of fun. What I learned back then is that Canada make some lovely … Continue reading →

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