Two Guys Talking Wine - Episode 140
So it turns out the winemakers want to know how the mind of a wine writer works – Kelly Mason sits down with Michael Pinkus to figure out what makes him tick. Who knows – it might be Chardonnay.
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Two Guys Talking Wine – Episode 139
André recently purchased a bottle of wine for $129 dollars – Michael said there is no bottle of wine worth this hefty sum. André also recently tried Coca-Cola and Red Wine – Michael thinks André has finally lost his mind.
2027 Cellars - Spring 2019
I have been a fan of Kevin Panagapka’s wines since the first time I tasted them. His Chardonnay – from any of the vineyards he works with – is always among the best in Ontario. The best part about the portfolio at 2027 Cellars is that it is so affordable....
Two Guys Talking Wine - Episode 138
Michael and André sit down with Will Roman from Rosewood – the portfolio has made some significant changes since hiring winemaker Ryan Corrigan so we find out what’s going on.
Celebrate Earth Day with Bonterra
I recently got an email from a publicist talking about Bonterra wines and Earth Day. I last had a chance to taste through the Bonterra wines in 2015, but I have spent quite a bit of time thinking about them since then. Entry level for California is a tricky place...
Jim Barry - changing my mind about Australia
I don’t drink a lot of Australian wine in my house. Which is a bit strange now that I think about it. The first real wine that I loved was Wolf Blass Yellow Label Cabernet Sauvignon – I started drinking that wine when I was 19 (okay maybe a year...
Two Guys Talking Wine - Episode 136
André and Michael recap their favorite wines of Cuvee, and got a chance to speak a bunch of winemakers!
Wine Reviews - 16 Mile - Spring 2019
It’s been awhile since I’ve sat down and written about the wines from 16 Mile. It’s weird that I haven’t because I drink a lot of their wines. It’s been fascinating to see the progression that this little winery has made in the few vintages since they have became operational....
Two Guys Talking Wine - Episode 135
It’s always fun when Michael raids his wine cellar. Now that his lovely wife doesn’t enjoy Riesling – André gets to reap the spoils. We taste through an interesting lineup of old Riesling.
Wine Review - 2017 Colio Bricklayer’s Reward ‘20 Barrels’ Chardonnay
2017 Colio Bricklayer’s Reward ‘20 Barrels’ Chardonnay – Vintages 644609 – $18.95 – ***½+ – This is the first release from Allison Christ, the new winemaker at Colin. A small amount was released through vintages in January of this year. Coming from Niagara on the Lake this feels a little...
Wine Review - 2014 Culmina Hypothesis
2014 Culmina Hypothesis – $46.00 – ****+ – I’m not sure if this wine quite has the depth of some of the other solid Bordeaux style reds from the South Okanagan. But, that doesn’t mean this wine isn’t exciting – If you’re in Toronto, you will truly understand this wine...
Wine Review - Drappier Brut Nature Zero Dosage
Drappier Brut Nature Zero Dosage – Vintages 179275 – $59.95 – ****+ – This is an exceptional bottle of Champagne and coming in under sixty dollars it offers great value. I’m a big fan of opening more bubbles without the special occasion so if you need an excuse buying this...