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Two Guys Talking Wine - Episode 225

Two Guys Talking Wine · 2020 Vintage Report – Niagara with Richie Roberts – Episode 225 With the dumpster fire that was 2020 firmly in our rear view mirror we decided to take a look at one of the high points – the growing seasons. Richie Roberts is the long...

The BIPOC Wine Feature No One Is talking About at the LCBO

If you haven’t had a chance to visit the new LCBO at 49 Spadina I highly recommend it. The vintages session is very well put together and rarely do I leave that store without finding something unique that isn’t available anywhere else in the city. While it would seem that...

Two Guys Talking Wine - Episode 224

Michael and André go over a list of what is trendy in Ontario Wines right now. What do they want to see more of – and what do they want to stay in 2020? Two Guys Talking Wine · What Trends Are Coming Up in 2021 in Ontario Wines –...

The Westcott Bottles to save you some Dough

I realize talking about thirty dollars on a bottle of wine it’s hard to preach value. But trust me when we’re talking about Chardonnay and Pinot Noir at the top level they can quickly break the bank. It is exciting when top shelf wines like this hit the shelves of...

The 2018 Edition of Le Clos Jordanne

I really should have gotten this out before Christmas – but here we are. Now that the holidays are done and hopefully we are getting to the beginning of the end of the COVID-19 pandemic you may need a bottle or two to snag to have something to look forward...

Two Guys Talking Wine - Episode 223

Tasting a bunch of wines during a pandemic was hard work – but Michael and André have you covered with the best wines to enjoy over the holidays. You can see the full guides at torontolife.com

Two Guys Talking Wine - Episode 222

Michael and André reflect on the year that was 2020 and Two Guys Talking Wine. Thank You to everyone who took the time to listen. Especially to those of you who took the time to leave nasty comments for us on iTunes. Two Guys Talking Wine · Somehow We Survived...

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This fall I had the chance to taste through the latest releases from Culmina. While this winery is more likely to be recognized for it’s Red blends. This latest batch of wines was the entire lineup of Bordeaux varieties vinified into single varietal wines. Here are some thoughts of everything...

The Winter is a Great Time To (Re)Discover Port

A few years ago I had the opportunity to visit Vinho Verde – but the day I landed in Porto I had an afternoon in the beautiful city. I had two options – take a nap to get over some jet lag, or head to the port houses on the...

Two Guys Talking Wine - Episode 221

Two Guys Talking Wine · Somehow We Survived 2020 – Episode 222 Michael and André reflect on the year that was 2020 and Two Guys Talking Wine. Thank You to everyone who took the time to listen. Especially to those of you who took the time to leave nasty comments...

Henry of Pelham Continues to Deliver Affordable Bubbly Luxury

2015 Henry of Pelham Cuvée Catharine Carte Blanche – Vintages 315200 – $49.95 – ****+ – The top tier sparkling wine from Henry of Pelham continues to deliver the goods. The aromas are bright citrus, apple, and rising bread. The texture on the palate is a little more rich than...

Two Guys Talking Wine - Episode 220

Two Guys Talking Wine · The Cab Franc Rabbit Hole (with thanks to Featherstone) – Episode 220 Since André has pulled his head out of his butt and decided to focus on things other than Chardonnay, Michael has used this opportunity to line up a rare vertical of older bottles...