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LCBO Find: Ascheri Barbera 2021
Today's wine find feature is the Ascheri Barbera 2021, an enjoyable gateway wine into the world of Piedmont's little gem, Barbera.
Sep 28, 20232 min read


Exploring the Marvels of Barbera Wine: Italy's Hidden Gem
Hailing from the picturesque vineyards of Piedmont, Barbera is Italy's hidden gem, waiting to be discovered by wine enthusiasts worldwide.
Sep 23, 20233 min read


All About Cabernet Sauvignon
In this blog post, we delve into the world of Cabernet Sauvignon, exploring its origins, characteristics, and the regions that have mastered
Aug 28, 20232 min read


Summer Reds You Need To Know
In this blog post, I curate a list of my go to red wines for summer, debunk the myth that red wines are exclusively reserved for cooler sea
Jun 30, 20232 min read


What Wine Pairs With Mango Sour
Learn what wine pairs best with caribbean mango sour, the condiment for all things. Your pholourie and fish cake experiences with wine are
Mar 5, 20233 min read


LCBO Find: Demazet Réserve des Armoiries Tradition Côtes du Rhône 2020
Today's LCBO 'find' places us in the southeast of France, in Côtes du Rhône. Demazet Réserve des Armoiries Trad
Mar 1, 20232 min read


LCBO Find: Chateau du Grand Caumont Corbieres 2020
The Château du Grand Caumont Cuvée Tradition Corbières 2020 has a brooding near purple hue that builds expectation. On the nose, red cherry
Jan 13, 20232 min read


What Wine Pairs with Corned Beef A.K.A. Bully Beef
When it comes to corned beef, most people think about what beer to pair it with. But what about wine? We've got you covered. Here are the be
Jan 5, 20233 min read


LCBO Find: HER Shiraz 2020
The HER Wine Collection was born out of a group of black women, all working in the Cape wine industry who realised that they could combine
Nov 7, 20222 min read


LCBO find: Schild Estate Shiraz 2019
This wine is a blend of Shiraz grapes taken from the Schild Estate vineyards, with each parcel of land adding its own personality to the ble
Sep 15, 20222 min read


Cabernet Franc: a grape near and dear
Cabernet Franc is an aromatic, red berry, tomato, and herb kind of wine. One of its tell-tale signs is notes of bell pepper or jalapeno, dep
Sep 12, 20222 min read


When Oxtail Met 80X Wines Ruff Pinot Noir.
With our outdoor food and wine festival fast approaching, I am steadily making my way down the list of wines that our exhibitors will be...
May 15, 20222 min read


LCBO Find:Château Argadens Bordeaux Supérieur
While it's true that 1st to 5th growth Bordeaux is something to marvel at and savour, not everyone is comfortable with spending the money...
Apr 2, 20221 min read


LCBO Find: El Angosto La Tribuna 2018
If you are looking for an everyday red wine to go with your chicken, pork, and even fattier fish dishes, the El Angosto La Tribuna 2018...
Feb 2, 20221 min read


LCBO Find: Villa Wolf Pinot Noir
About Villa Wolf Pinot Noir, 2019
Light ruby red in your glass as one would expect with cool climate Pinot Noir, especially with lower eleva
Dec 18, 20211 min read


Fitapreta Vinhos Tinto Alentejano - Part of the FIS Mixed Case
The Fitapreta Tinto Alentejano is a blend of the Aragonez (Tempranillo), Alicante Bouschet, and Trincadeira grapes. To put it simply, this
Oct 25, 20211 min read

Olivier Coste Cinsault - Part of the FIS Mixed Case
Today, I want to introduce you to one of the wines in the Fall Into Spice 6-pack: Domaine Montrose Olivier Coste Cinsault.
Oct 17, 20211 min read


Summer Reds You Need to Know: Dolcetto
There is something about the fun, whimsical side of Dolcetto that has given it a special place in my heart, and makes it a great summer red!
Aug 27, 20212 min read


Summer Reds You Need to Know: Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Franc is one of the most underrated yet wildly important grapes there is, I want to talk about wines made 100% from Cabernet Franc
Aug 24, 20212 min read


Summer Reds You Need to Know: Pinot Noir
Cool Climate Pinot Noir pairs well with many cuisines and shines with a bit of a chill on it; this is why it makes for a great summer red!
Aug 24, 20212 min read
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