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Wine Review - 13th Street Cabernet/Merlot - 2017 Nomad Sauvignon Blanc
2016 13th Street Cabernet/merlot – Vintages 056598 – $19.95 – **** – Juicy and lush red fruit with very soft tannin. This is very easy drinking and a great reminder that not every bottle of red wine from a stellar vintage in Ontario needs to spend time in a cellar...
Wine Reviews - Meldville in the Summer
In early August I had an opportunity to pop in to Legends Estates to see what Derek Barnett has been working on for his Meldville label. The third edition bottles are making their way out, and there are more wines going into bottle in the fall. The Sauvignon Blanc continues...
Two Guys Talking Wine - (Episode 107)
We speak with Tony Aspler – the founder of the Ontario Wine Awards, and recipient of the Order of Canada. André and Michael still do not have the Order of Canada.
Wine Review - 2016 Henry of Pelham Speck Family Reserve Chardonnay - 2016 Colchester Ridge CREW Meritage
2016 Henry of Pelham Speck Family Reserve Chardonnay – Vintages 616466 – $29.95 – **** – Rich and heavy, great toasted oak and spice is well integrated with ripe peach, tangerine, and pineapple. A great reflection of the warm 2016 vintage. With a year or two in cellar this should...
Spring in Sonoma County
There’s 106 miles to Chicago Sonoma, we’ve got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it’s dark out, and we’re wearing sunglasses. – Hit it! When I rented my Mustang convertible on that Saturday in May I couldn’t help but think of that quote, one of my...
Two Guys Talking Wine - (Episode 106)
André had a chance to visit the Lake Erie North Shore recently. These are his exploits.
Wine Review - 2015 Chateau des Charmes Old Vines Riesling - 2016 Huff Estates South Bay Vineyards Cabernet Franc
2015 Chateau des Charmes Old Vines Riesling – Vintages 277228 – $18.95 – **** – Great intense aromas of apricot, peach, lime, are caressed by mineral. This bottle is perfectly balanced and brings a symphony of flavour to your glass – orchard fruit is met seamlessly with citrus – a...
Wine Review - 2013 Cuvée Catharine Carte Blanche
2013 Cuvée Catharine Carte Blanche – Vintages 315200 (release date TBD) – $44.95 – ****½ – Simply put, this continues to be one of the best sparkling wines on the market in Ontario. It can hold its own against similarly priced Champagne. A little restraint in this bottle offers bright...
Two Guys Talking Wine - (Episode 105)
André and Michael once again – discuss the idea of value and wine.
Wine Review - 2016 Organized Crime Chardonnay - 2016 Closson Chase Closson Chase Vineyard Pinot Noir
2016 Organized Crime Chardonnay – Vintages 408435 – $18.95 – **** – It should be no surprise the the fruit in this bottle comes off as a little cooked – baked apple or grilled pineapple will climb their way out of your glass. But do not despair – the warm...
Wine Reviews - Rosehall Run (Summer 2018)
Rosehall Run is at the end of Greer Road in Prince Edward County, and if you have never made the visit you really should. I always try to make a stop at this winery a couple times a year. What’s really great about Rosehall is the depth of their portfolio....