I recently had the chance to taste through a few new wines coming to the regular list at the LCBO. As it stands right now California makes up 89% of the total production of wine coming from the United States with Washington state coming in a distant second at 4%....
Michael connects with André while he is driving from the Okanagan to Oregon.
2013 Fielding Red Conception – Vintages 189183 – Price $18.95 – ****+ – Once again Fielding brings us a wine that has the ability to sit in a cellar for a few years and maybe improve. But, this is a perfect wine for anyone looking for a premium bottle, but...
2014 Henry of Pelham Speck Family Reserve Baco Noir – Vintages 461699 – $24.95 – ****+ – Can Baco be refined? One of the reasons I love Baco from Henry of Pelham is that is comes a little rough around the edges. So it’s interesting to get a bottle with...
2014 Spier Merlot – LCBO 454827 – $12.95 – ***½+ – Straightforward and easy drinking. This is a bottle to enjoy with good company and a burger. I realize that for most people watching a football or baseball game calls for beer, but this is the sort of wine that...
2015 Flat Rock Pink Twisted – Vintages 39974 – Price $16.95 – ****+ – The quality of Rosé that is on the market from Ontario wineries this spring is second to none. The aromas of watermelon, and candied cherry made me very happy. I love it when wines taste and...
2013 Fielding White Conception – Vintages 203737 – $18.95 – **** – This is a wine that is perfect for the patio, or a large family gathering. This drinks very easy, flavours are subtle and it is very food friendly. This is a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, and Viognier....
This year at the Ontario Wine Awards Exultet regained their crown for the best Chardonnay and also the best White Wine at the competition. This means this small winery in Prince Edward County now holds the best Chardonnay award from the OWA’s five out of the last six years. Now...
I am off to Oregon to do some tasting and exploring next week. I have had the opportunity to taste a couple of wines from the area. A couple of wines do not define a region, but they certainly have me hooked into what I’m about to explore. 2014 La...
Michael and André take a look at some recent visits to Prince Edward County.
2011 16 Mile Cellar Rebel Pinot Noir – Vintages 461731 – $22.95 – ****+ – This is hopefully the first of many releases we see from this small winery on the shelves of vintages. This Pinot Noir will have you rethink what it means to pick up a good bottle...
When I recently visited Pelee Island I had the chance to visit their retail shop. Most people will associate this winery with the entry level wines available at the LCBO. What they don’t know is that there is a treasure trove of high end wines at the winery. I haven’t...
