Finding Value Under $15: Negrar Appassimento
Here’s a good pick at the LCBO for red wine lovers on a budget, especially this week. Negrar Appassimento 2019 — Veneto, Italy (on sale...
A VINTAGE EXCHANGE: WineAlign Founder Pulls No Punches
I’m a big fan of WineAlign—it’s the only app I rely upon when poring through potential purchases at the LCBO. You’re not going to find...
Looking for Decent Wine Under $10 (Part I)
I tend to shy away from wines priced under $10. Not because I’m a wine snob, but because, well, why would I pay anything for...
A Cabernet in ‘Mint’ Condition
The 2017 vintage is out of this reliable Cabernet from Wakefield, one that blends the best of two different regions in South Australia. If you...
Roll Out the Barolo: Aurelio Settimo Offers a More Elegant Side to the Wine of Kings
You know that friend who initially rubs many people the wrong way, but the more time you spend with them, the more layers they reveal,...
A Terrific Tempranillo: Beronia Viñas Viejas
Beronia Viñas Viejas 2017 — La Rioja, Spain ($24.95) Releasing tomorrow at the LCBO is this splendid Tempranillo from a producer that consistently delivers great...
Niagara’s Best Wineries to Visit — No. 1. Domaine Queylus
We’ve reached the No. 1 spot—my favourite Niagara winery. Welcome to Domaine Queylus. Situated on a quiet country road atop the Niagara Escarpment in St....
Niagara’s Best Wineries to Visit — No. 2 Creekside Estate Winery
The countdown continues to my favourite Niagara winery. Coming in at No. 2 is Creekside Estate Winery in Jordan. Founded in 1997 by Peter Jensen...
Niagara’s Best Wineries to Visit — No. 3 Tawse Winery
We’re getting down to the nitty gritty of my Top 10 Favourite Niagara Wineries to Visit. To be honest, Nos. 2-4 are almost interchangeable, depending...
Niagara’s Best Wineries to Visit — No. 4 Kacaba Vineyards
We’re all the way down to No. 4 on my Top 10 list of favourite Niagara wineries. Whether it’s a first stop on the way...
