Yes, it’s this time of year in which all the good AND expensive stuff is offered at the LCBO – very seasonal. Here are a few exceptionally good “investments” to the cellar (in a decline price order) : 2009 Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf-du-Pape – $89.95 If Chateauneuf-du-Pape had a similar classification as Bordeaux, no doubt that Beaucastel would be rewarded as “first growth”. However (and this is the good part), for this quality in Bordeaux, you would have paid 10-12 times more. Beaucastel has been consistently top quality wine with a “GPCi worthy” qualification. You can cellar these wines for 20-30 […]
Liquid Media Juggernaut Publishes Smart, Fast-Paced Wine Book with Wine Celebrity Interviews – Metro Canada
Canadian writer Natalie MacLean is a liquid media juggernaut whose just released Unquenchable: A Tipsy Quest For The World’s Best Bargain Wines is a smart, fast-paced chronicle of her adventures looking for cheap vino and meeting industry celebs along the way. This excerpt was published in 12 Metro daily newspapers across the country. You can read more reviews of my new wine book Unquenchable here.
An Enjoyable Romp Around the World of Wine – Opinionated Wine Guide
David Locicero Unquenchable Hits The Spot Natalie MacLean’s newest book, Unquenchable, is an enjoyable romp around the world of wine. I received a review copy of the book shortly after publication. In this volume, she travels the world looking for great economical wines to drink with dinner every night of the week, and for Sunday lunch. It’s a fun idea and allows her to explore wines from Australia, Germany and South Africa, among others. Natalie MacLean’s prose is effortless and easy to ready. The book was entertaining and I learned things without feeling like I was being lectured. She starts […]
Halifax Wine Tasting Dinner and Book Event Nov 27: Check Out This Mouth-Watering Menu
A gastronomic feast awaits you Sunday, November 27 at the Atlantica Hotel in Halifax! Take a look at the multi-course meal below that Executive Chef Luis Clavel will prepare for you, along with the wines I’ve selected to match each course. I’ll be sharing the more amusing parts of Unquenchable… it’ll be a fun evening! Get your tickets before they’re gone as previous book tour events have sold out. Call the hotel for tickets: 902–423-1161 The hotel is partnering with King’s Bookstore and Harvest Wines for this elegant evening. Ticket price: $100 Includes a signed copy of my new book, […]
Top Wines Menus and Pairing – The State
Unquenchable by Natalie MacLean is a personal, engaging trip around the world looking for bargains. It includes top values and some suggestions for menus and pairings. You can read more reviews of my new wine book Unquenchable here.
Proscuitto Wrapped Salmon with Warm Lentil Salad Recipe Paired with Luca Pinot Noir 2009
Proscuitto Wrapped Salmon with Warm Lentil Salad Paired with: Luca Pinot Noir 2009 Wrapping proscuitto around salmon filets is an easy way to dress up fish while adding some intense flavour. Salmon pairs well with medium bodied, bright and fruity red wines, and Pinot Noir is a classic pairing. Try this simple and elegant recipe with Luca Pinot Noir 2009 from the Uco Valley in Argentina. The wine is layered with strawberry and raspberry flavours, while offering a velvety texture lingering finish. Proscuitto Wrapped Salmon Serves 4 4 salmon filets (6 oz. center cut, skinless) 1 ½ tbsp Dijon mustard […]
Korean BBQ Beef Sliders with Kimchi Recipe Paired with Parducci Sustainable Red
Korean BBQ Beef Sliders with Kimchi Paired with Parducci Sustainable Red In this recipe, Korean flavours add gentle spice without any major heat, making it a great appetizer to pair with both Syrah and Zinfandel. Parducci Sustainable Red, is a blend which includes both varietals, making it a perfect choice. The recipe for the buns is simple but you can also purchase mini slider buns or Asian dumpling buns to cut down on your prep time. The BBQ beef also makes a nice main course, thinly sliced and served with sticky rice and kimchi. (Kimchi is a condiment often used […]
A Must Have Wine Guide of Spirited Adventures – Solo Magazine
This week, Natalie MacLean, author of the bestselling Red, White and Drunk All Over, comes out with a new book, Unquenchable: A Tipsy Quest for the World’s Best Bargain Wines. Natalie MacLean released her latest book Unquenchable: A Tipsy Quest for the World’s Best Bargain Wines.” What can I say? As a huge fan of the nectars of the gods, this book is going to be a must-have guide in my purse, bookshelf, glove compartment and anywhere else that I might need quick access to it. I always enjoy a great read however I admit the idea of reading an […]
Calzone Recipe with Artichokes, Ham, Ricotta, and Parmesan Paired with Wente Vineyards Southern Hills Cabernet Sauvignon
Calzone with Artichokes, Ham, Ricotta, and Parmesan Paired with: Wente Vineyards Southern Hills Cabernet Sauvignon By: Karl Wente, Fifth Generation Winemaker As we head into the winter months, I always start looking towards some heartier dishes and the wines to match with them, especially after the yearly exhaustion of harvest. One wine that I’m incredibly proud of and often turn to at this time of year is the Wente Vineyards Southern Hills Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine has plump aromas of blackberry, cherry, currant and cinnamon toast, and is an incredible value as it is all estate grown from sustainable vineyards. […]
Closson Chase Chardonnay, Trapiche Malbec, Mitola Cabernet among the best wines in the Vintages Release November 12
This week’s wine reviews and value picks cover all price points, styles and regions: I’ve recommended a total of 86 wines. You can add my Top Wine Picks to your custom shopping list by clicking on the little shopping cart icon. Natalie [table id=21 /] You get all of my wine tasting notes and scores when you subscribe to my wine reviews for $2.10 a month, the cost of less than two litres of gas in return for memorable wine paired meals.
