2010 Henry of Pelham Vidal Icewine
Loads of apricot and peach come through in this gem. Floral notes, honey, fuzzy peaches, dried apricots and lychee are among some of the many flavours displayed in this rich dessert wine. Finishes… Read More
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2012 Henry of Pelham Cabernet Icewine
A vibrant salmon/orange colour bursting with strawberry, rhubarb, apricot, grapefruit and flowers. A beautiful bouquet that gets accentuated by the exquisite palate. Tons of ripe strawberries, grapefruit, cherry candies and sweet honey followed… Read More
2011 Angels Gate Cabernet Merlot
A light purple colour with minimal legs, this juicy offering from Niagara boasts layers of plum, spice and black cherry with soft tannins and a bracing acidity. Not bad! Drink tonight with beef… Read More
Viticoltori Acquesi Brachetto d’Acqui
Bright, intense strawberry colour with a light fizz. Strawberry rhubarb with a zesty orange note compliment the nose. Sweet strawberry tarts and rose dominate the palate and it ends with a nice pleasant… Read More
2001 Faustino 1 Gran Reserva
A sensationally balanced wine with an exquisite bouquet featuring ripe cherries, raisins, earth and a toasty, savoury note. This wine absolutely delivers with well integrated tannins, juicy fruit, sharp acidity and a beautiful,… Read More
2011 Momo Pinot Noir
Sour cherry and a dollop of sweet spice with a hint of black tea dominate the flavour profile of this light bodies Pinot Noir from Marlborough. Soft tannins, great acidity and a medium,… Read More
Sortilege Prestige
Much stronger and exponentially more complex than the standard Sortilege, this Prestige offering offers up sweet, almost bourbon-like aromas including toasty malt, nuts and of course, maple. The finish is strong yet smooth… Read More
Lamb Steaks & Juan Gill Monastrell
I have not had much experience with lamb so I decided to play it relatively safe and just dry rub it with basil, cumin and pepper. To accompany it, I cooked up some… Read More
2010 Casale dello Sparviero Chianti Classico Riserva
A spicy, smoky Chianti featuring lots of red fruit, tons of cherries and some pepper. Cherry jam on the palate with fierce tannins and a sharp, long finish. I would save this beauty… Read More
2013 Zenato Bardolino Chiaretto Rose
Light, crisp and fruity, this simple rose from Veneto offers up notes of strawberries and red grapefruit and features great acidity. Enjoy tonight with light finger foods or mixed greens. Price: $14.95 Vintage:… Read More