Category Archives: Wine

ERRAZURIZ SAUVIGNON BLANC 2009

Posted on October 15, 2009 by John Galea

I first tasted this wine at the Chilean Wine event and felt it needed a more thorough tasting. I grabbed a few of these since they are on sale. The wine is pale in color with a strong lemon/grassy bouquet. … Continue reading →

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CANDOR LOT 1 MERLOT

Posted on October 14, 2009 by John Galea

It’s been a little while since I was happy with a Merlot. I’ve been on a roll of non-varietal Merlots. Vic Harradine from Winecurrent.com brought this one to my attention. Vic reviews new releases at the LCBO which come in … Continue reading →

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ERTA E CHINA ROSSO DI TOSCANA 2006 IGT

Posted on October 13, 2009 by John Galea

The wine is very dark purple in color, slightly fruity on the mid pallet. Some red berry flavors. On the finish there are some lovely tannins and some terrific dryness. The cab and Sangiovese are lovely together. The rating is … Continue reading →

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Waupoos estate (Winery visit in Prince Edward County)

Posted on October 12, 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 A list of all Waupoos wines at the LCBO Waupoos Winery Waupoos winery is … Continue reading →

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Casa Dea Winery (Winery visit in Prince Edward County)

Posted on October 11, 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 On our last trip we visited Carmella Estates and I noted this as being … Continue reading →

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LUIGI BOSCA RESERVA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2006

Posted on October 10, 2009 by John Galea

I bought this one because I love their Malbec which I will feature in a future review. On the nose the wine wine has some mild cab like fruit. On the mid pallet there are some very mild blue berry … Continue reading →

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CHATEAU PECH-REDON L’EPERVIER 2004

Posted on October 9, 2009 by John Galea

I hate to say this, but I actually agree with Parker again! Who knew. This wine is deep in color. exceptionally mild on the nose. But that’s where the mild stops. On the mid pallet are some lovely fruit flavors. … Continue reading →

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Chilean wine event

Posted on October 7, 2009 by John Galea

I attended the Chilean wine event in the distillery district on Toronto. This is my first time to the press event. I have been to the public event and found it over crowded to the point of fighting to get … Continue reading →

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Eight wine bar take two

Posted on October 7, 2009 by John Galea

We stopped on by Eight wine bar again. Here’s my review from the first time. They feature 20 wines by the glass every Friday for $3 for a 3 ounce tasting their recommended size. Last time around we were totally … Continue reading →

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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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Tin Roof Chardonnay

Posted on September 30, 2009 by John Galea

Stopped by Rodney’s Oyster Bar for the first time and chose this wine. I am new to Oysters and was overwhelmed by the number of different types of Oysters. Wow, who knew. I was really hoping for a nice Sauv … Continue reading →

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RODNEY STRONG KNOTTY VINES ZINFANDEL 2006

Posted on September 29, 2009 by John Galea

I last reviewed the 2005 release of this wine and quite enjoyed it. The 2006 vintage is yet another hit. Very consistent. Last time I wish I had bought more and it kept well so I have bought a few … Continue reading →

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Sandbanks Winery (Winery visit in Prince Edward County)

Posted on September 28, 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 Sandbanks winery at the LCBO Sanbanks winery 2007 Waves Red $14.95 This is a … Continue reading →

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CHATEAU FONGABAN 2005

Posted on September 27, 2009 by John Galea

2005 is said to be a fabulous year for Bordeaux. I jumped at this one and was rewarded. I will likely grab some more. The wine is deep in color with a simple nose to it. On the mid pallet … Continue reading →

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TANGLEY OAKS MERLOT 2005 Napa Valley Lot #10

Posted on September 26, 2009 by John Galea

California and Napa specifically make some of my favorite Merlots. I have in the past copped to my bias to having a particular idea in my head going into any Merlot tasting of what it is I am looking for. … Continue reading →

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Inniskillin 2008 Pinot Grigio (mini review)

Posted on September 25, 2009 by John Galea

This was being served in a box at Rogers center at a Jays game. It’s pale in color, medium in bouquet and lovely varietal Pinot Grigio in flavor. All in all it is quite refreshing, slightly sweet with a finish … Continue reading →

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MAS ESTELA QUINDALS 2005

Posted on September 24, 2009 by John Galea

Sometimes I read reviews and tasting notes of wines and think … huh? I find this comes from a variety of different places. I’ve never been trained as a sommelier and there are things I have just never tasted. So … Continue reading →

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Counry Cider Company and Fool on the Hill wines (Winery visit in Prince Edward County)

Posted on September 23, 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 County Cider and Fool on the Hill We stopped on by the County Cider … Continue reading →

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BERINGER FOUNDERS ESTATE CHARDONNAY

Posted on September 22, 2009 by John Galea

I first tasted this wine at the Gourmet Food and wine show here in Toronto and was impressed. Last night I had it with my meal at Milestones . The wine is quite yellow in color. On the nose it … Continue reading →

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CONO SUR VISION VIOGNIER 2008

Posted on September 21, 2009 by John Galea

Viognier is more commonly a blending grape. It is often used to add bouquet to wine. This particular bottle is a great opportunity to learn exactly what Viognier brings to the party when you see it in a blend. The … Continue reading →

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