Category Archives: RED
Vinaceous, Raconteur, Barossa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2010, South Australia 14.5% abv, C$21.99
Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, welcome to the greatest show on earth! Okay, while that may be slight hyperbole, for a mere $21.99 this Aussie wine is not only a smoking deal, it’s delicious to boot. The vineyard, Vinaceous … Continue reading
Pierre Paillard, Brut, Millesime 2002, Grand Cru, Bouzy, Montagne de Reims, Champagne, France, 12.5%, C$78.99
We took our own bottle to Provence Marinaside to enjoy with friends. Clear and bright, medium gold and with long lasting bubbles we enjoyed this on the restaurant’s patio on a fine Vancouver summer’s eve. On the nose, this wine … Continue reading
Cristom, Eola-Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, Pinot Noir, Jessie Vineyard, 2007, 13.5% abv, half bottle
I’ve been eyeing this half bottle for a while and as it was a salmon evening tonight, opening it just seemed right. We were also celebrating the gold medal win at the Nation’s Cup in England by the Canadian U20 … Continue reading
Meopham Valley, Rosé, Sparkling Wine, Kent, England, 2009, 12%abv, 26.99 UK lbs
Post Vinopolis, Laithwaite’s and an outstanding Whisky Exchange experience, I found myself in the Borough Market looking for, well, a drink. I mean, really. One can only take so much teasing – Vinopolis was closed, Laithwaite’s didn’t have any tastings … Continue reading
Rosé, Clos du Soleil, Similkameen Valley VQA, Okanagan, BC, 2012, 12.5% abv.
Another purchase from a recent trip to the Similkameen and given my extreme jet lag on this hot summer day, I’ve decided it’s a great way to recover from cross-Atlantic flights. Clear and bright, medium salmon with even and light … Continue reading
Nyetimber Classic Cuvée, Chiltington, West Sussex, England 2007, 12% abv, 43 UK pds
It was an epic wine tourism day in London that started with a look at the wine selection in Fortnum & Mason on Piccadilly and then a quick chat with a lovely young woman at Justerini & Brooks on St. … Continue reading
Chateau Cantin, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru AC, France, 14.5% abv, 23.99 GBP
Another lovely wine available at the neighbourhood Waitrose. Seriously, for my Canadian readers, just imagine picking up a Grand Cru Bordeaux at Safeway. Ah, in my dreams. This classic Bordeaux Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc blend is clear and … Continue reading
Cabernet Sauvignon, Jordan, Alexander Valley, Magnum, 2005, 13.5% abv
On an evening not so long ago, we opened three bottles with two friends and one blind tasting ensued. One of us doesn’t drink pretty much anything. I know, can you imagine? He is one disciplined dude. So, we felt … Continue reading
Champagne Brut Rose, Kirkland Signature MA, Janisson et Fils, Verzenay, France, 12% abv, NV, US$25
Take a wild guess. Go ahead. How much wine do you think Costco sells at their 433 stores in the US and Puerto Rico each year, in addition to 165 more locations around the world? Costco sells some interesting stuff … Continue reading
Whitehall Lane Winery, Merlot, Napa Valley, California, 14.2% abv
I had the opportunity to visit Whitehall Lane Winery and Vineyards in March when we were in Napa. Located in St. Helena, they produce about 45,000 cases per year made by their winemaker ‘Dean’ who has actually spent wine time … Continue reading
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