Recently, Canada’s top wine writers and sommeliers gathered in the nation’s capital for a spectacular tasting of Washington State wines led by head winemaker at Columbia Crest Winery, Juan Munoz Oca. This also included wines from Chateau St. Michelle, H3 and Two Hands, which are part of the winery’s portfolio. Here are their surprising insights and insider tips on discovering Washington state wines. Heather Wall Wine Columnist, Huffington Post Canada Juan weaves a familiar story of most winemakers I have had the pleasure of meeting. Wine is in his blood and prior generations have taught him a love and respect for […]
Is This the World’s First Crowd-Sourced Wine? You Can Vote!
As a tech geek, I love this story behind the world’s first crowd-sourced wine. Our team member, Lori Kilmartin, does a fabulous job of sharing it from our tasting of Washington wines recently. Lori Kilmartin Sommelier & Blogger I really enjoyed hearing about the “Crowd-Sourced Cabernet” program that Juan launched in 2014. As the location of the winery in Paterson, Washington is a bit off the beaten path, visitors were not as plentiful as at other wineries. Juan wanted a way to share the winery and the experience of making wine with others, so he came up with this unique idea. […]
Best LCBO Wine Reviews: Vintages Ratings July 9
You can access the 122 wines that I reviewed for July 9 as a text wine list with my complete tasting notes, scores, food matches. You can also see my wine reviews for June 25. If you are a Paid Member, you can add my wine picks to your custom shopping list with one click and access that list on your smartphone to find the stock for each wine in your closest LCBO store. These are just some of the benefits of supporting out wine community as a Paid Member. Inventory stock numbers are usually posted online a day […]
Ontario Wines in Upcoming Vintages Releases
In response to our latest readership survey, we’re posting early reviews of wines coming out in the LCBO this fall. You’ll find tasting notes and scores for Ontario wines coming out in the next Vintages Releases below. You’ll find all wines here. To find a wine quickly, click on the “CRTL” and “F” buttons on your keyboard, then search by a simple keyword in the open blank that appears. One unique word is often best, for example: Pelham Please note that prices are subject to change and will be updated when the LCBO publishes its final prices for each release. […]
New World Wines in Upcoming Vintages Releases
In response to our latest readership survey, we’re posting early reviews of wines coming out in the LCBO this fall. You’ll find tasting notes and scores for New World wines coming out in the next Vintages Releases below. You’ll find all wines here. To find a wine quickly, click on the “CRTL” and “F” buttons on your keyboard, then search by a simple keyword in the open blank that appears. One unique word is often best, for example: Homestead Please note that prices are subject to change and will be updated when the LCBO publishes its final prices for each release. Please […]
Coming Soon to an LCBO Near You
Our latest readership survey indicates that our 176,000 subscribers want to be first to know what’s coming out in the LCBO. That way, you can add your favourite wines to your Custom Shopping List, Buy Again List or Wish List for those shopping for gifts for you. (That’s key for the holiday season right around the corner.) These interactive functions are integrated and accessible with real-time LCBO inventory on Canada’s only wine mobile apps with both a barcode and front label scanners. To find a wine quickly, click on the “CRTL” and “F” buttons on your keyboard, then search by a simple keyword […]
European Wines in Upcoming Vintages Releases
You’ll find tasting notes and scores for European wines coming out in the next Vintages Releases below. You’ll find all wines here. To find a wine quickly, click on the “CRTL” and “F” buttons on your keyboard, then search by a simple keyword in the open blank that appears. One unique word is often best, for example: Pelham Please note that prices are subject to change and will be updated when the LCBO publishes its final prices for each release. Please let us know if any vintages noted below are incorrect or there are any typos. Cheers, P.S. January reviews […]
Best Bottles for Outdoor Dining: Wines for the Wet & Wild
By Rebecca Meïr-Liebman of Chef & Somm A couple of posts ago, I wrote about the best wines for summer entertaining – well, I have a bit more to say about the joys of summer sipping. Here’s Part Two, enjoy! Dip and Sip – The Pool Party Crunchy, oily, salty chips and hot dogs with all the fixin’s are so much fun under the sun, especially poolside! My preference is to wash this super-casual stuff down with an ice cold beer or cider, but there are a few playful wines practically made for chillaxin’ by the pool! Adamo Estate Winery Rosé, Hockley […]
Mozzarella Spring Rolls Recipe Paired with Gabbiano Chianti Classico
Mozzarella Spring Rolls Recipe Serve with Gabbiano Chianti Classico Ingredients Spring roll wrappers Sundried Tomato paste, drained of the oil Pickled Peppers, julienne Prosciutto slices, very thin Galbani Mozzarella cut into 3 ½ inch logs ½ inch thick Basil leaves Black pepper Vegetables Oil for frying Directions: Lay the spring roll wrap and lay a slice of prosciutto in the center and spread some tomato paste on it, place a piece or two of pickled peppers and a log of mozzarella on it, wrap like a spring roll and seal the edges with a brushing of water. Deep fry at […]
Mozzarella with Hot Capicollo, Melon, Tomato, Basil & Black Olives Recipe Paired With Gabbiano Pinot Grigio
Mozzarella with Hot Capicollo, Melon, Tomato, Basil & Black Olives Recipe Serve with Gabbiano Pinot Grigio Ingredients Galbani Mozzarella, sliced Cantaloupe melon, sliced Watermelon, sliced Tomatoes, sliced Red onions, julienne Capicollo, sliced Basil, hand torn Sundried Black Olives Olive oil Balsamic glaze Directions Arrange on a plate all the fruit and vegetables, sprinkle the olives and season with the salt and pepper then a drizzle of olive oil and a few drops of balsamic glaze and the basil leaves, place the sliced Capicollo in the middle and serve. This recipe and wine pairing is provided courtesy of Gabbiano Wines […]
