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Category Archives: Wine Stuff
LAMMERSHOEK BARRIQUE CHENIN BLANC 2007
Chenin blancs are one of those wine that can be all over the map. I am discovering more and more wines like that. It’s likely to do with how “crafted” the wine is coupled with the heavy influence of Terroir … Continue reading
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SAW Merlot tasting event …
I attended Society for American Wines Merlot event with great anticipation. There are a couple things I am appreciating at the SAW events. First is these are guided tastings. A well informed person (Chris Bee this time) guides us through … Continue reading
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SANTA MARGHERITA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2006
On the heels of my last Chianti I thought I would give this one a try blind. No research. I rarely do that. This wine is DOCG rather than an IGT so a little lower on the quality scale. It’s … Continue reading
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DOMAINE GALEVAN PAROLES DE FEMME COTES DU RHONE 2007
I picked this one up last night and tried it straight off. The wine is a smack on varietal Cotes du Rhone. A good value for the money. The tastes are the typical, slightly sweet, cassis flavors with a medium … Continue reading
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2006 Hartford Court Lands Edge Pinot Noir
A little while ago Mr and Mrs CWG (and Bachus) provided a review on this wine. They gave it such a glowing review I had to go grab one. This wine is on sale right now regularly $40 for $33. … Continue reading
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J. LOHR SEVEN OAKS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2005
This wine is one of the house wines available by the glass at the Keg. I have had it many times and enjoy it. I picked it up at the LCBO the other day. The wine is made in the … Continue reading
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GABBIANO CHIANTI 2008
We were Ottawa for the weekend and stopped by Vittoria Trattoria . Right in the Byward Market this Italian restaurant has an impressive wine list. They have a number by the glass, 1/2 litre, half bottle and full bottle. They … Continue reading
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Quails Gate Chardonnay 2006 VQA Okanagan Valley
I enthusiastically grab Okanagan wines. I am impressed with what they are doing and there results speak for themselves. They are coming in with good quality wines at acceptable prices. Given the size of this region the fact we in … Continue reading
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RODNEY STRONG CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2003
Sometimes you have to crack into the cellar when a special friend comes over! Jason was the guest of honor! This one has been in my cellar for almost two years now. I enjoyed this one when I first opened … Continue reading
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RICHARD HAMILTON LOT 148 MERLOT 2006
As usual my biases up front. I think a Merlot ought to taste like a Merlot (according to my definition). I know this is narrow. But this is just part of the somewhat exact being that is me. I believe … Continue reading
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Wolf Blass 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Yellow Label
I was out with a bunch of friends at the Keg last night and while my usual there is thePainter Bridge Zinfandel I felt like something different and I wasn’t sure if others would appreciate a Zinfandel. This is always … Continue reading
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Ravenswood Vintners Blend Zinfandel 2006
California Zinfandels are often field blends (in the vineyard a number of different types of grapes are grown) which means they can be inconsistent. Add to that they are heavily crafted and they can really vary. The best thing is … Continue reading
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Wines of Germany
Last night we attended the Wines of Germany event here in Toronto. The event was held at Roy Thompson hall in downtown. The event was very well done with a nice assortment of wine as well as plenty of very … Continue reading
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Basics of decanting
To decant or not to decant. A question often asked so I thought I would give my thoughts on the subject. Decanting is all about allowing some oxygen at the wine. Growing up I always thought taking the cork off … Continue reading
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Wine tasting trips in Ontario
We have done a couple of trips to the wine tasting areas of both Niagara as well as Prince Edward County. For these we chose to spend just one night down in the area which works out well. Go down … Continue reading
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Midi Region Release – Vintages
Just a fast note. A Vintages email arrived this morning and it has an extremely good release for Saturday February 28th. A large selection of wines from this Southern France region and all well priced. See this link for more … Continue reading
New Zealand wine event
Karen and I attended a structured wine tasting event at Global wine tour hosted by Steven Thurlow from Wineaccess magazine. The event was held at the Fine Wine Reserve which is a wine storage facility for individuals. The event … Continue reading
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ARGIOLAS COSTERA 2006
Every now and then you come across a wine that makes you go, wow I so need to go out and buy a case of it. This wine would not be that for me 🙂 I must say the dominant … Continue reading
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CHÂTEAU DUCLA 2005
Had this one this weekend, another Bordeux. This one is not quite as complex. I would say has a medium finish. The wine is quite good and has some lovely flavors. I suspect this wine will improve with some additional … Continue reading
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Gourmet Food and Wine show
It’s that time again, Gourmet Food and Wine show.
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Wine Events in Toronto for June
I guess since we are in June it would be a great idea to share some nice wine related events going on in Toronto this month: Monday June 11: Wines of Germany From 7-9pm @ Coupe Space (998 Queen Street … Continue reading
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Suggestions
While readership (viewership?) is increasing to this site, I am hoping that I can get some suggestions for reviews in the upcoming months, please feel free to email me or comment wines you would like to see reviewed. Over the … Continue reading
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Wine Storage / Cellaring for the Condo Crowd
Often times I get asked about how to store/keep wine. The basic logic behind cellaring wine is to allow a good wine that is still tannic to mature and change. Some wines get released ready to drink, most whites (Sauvignon … Continue reading
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