week of October 28

Tempus Alba Malbec 2009 (Argentina) – “This Malbec was born as a result of a precise fermentation process control, a long maceration of 30 days and 8 months of ageing in oak barrels.  (70% French, 30% American).  It has a deep violet colour typical of the Malbec wines, with excellent structure and soft tannins.  Very […]

week of October 21

Black Hills Estate Syrah VQA 2009 (Canada) – “An exuberant wine with aromas of raspberry, cherry cola, blackberry and chocolate tantalizing the nose.  On the palate this silky smooth wine reveals great complexity with notes of charred meat, mocha and cigar box.  All in all full bodied, balanced wine with integrated tannins, rich mouth feel […]

week of October 14

Norton Barrel Select Malbec 2008 (Argentina) – “Depply red with violet hues. Aromas of ripe red fruits, cassis and pepper. Sweet on the palate, friendly tannins with spicy flavours.  Very good persistence.”  (tasting notes) Chateau Subilaux 2009 Bordeaux (France) – “90% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc – it mixes ripe black fruits […]

week of October 7

Terre di San Venanzio Prosecco Brut DOCG (Italy) – On the nose green apple and pear with great fresh aromatic notes.  The palate is continuous and lively in the mouth, slightly sweet but perfectly balanced.  Chateau La Rame Bordeaux Rouge 2009 (France) – “Harvested from 30 year old vines. A vivid garnet red with bluish […]

week of September 30

Leffe Blond beer – “…elegant, smooth and fruity, and it has a spicy aftertaste with a hint of bitter orange.  Food Pairing:  Red meat, smoked ham or sweet & sour dishes.”  (website) Bacardi Oakheart Spiced rum – Nose:  Rich and oaky with hints of smoke and background notes of dried fruit often associated with whisky.  Palate:  […]

week of Sept 9

  Pilsner Urquell (Czech Republic) – “Slightly sweet, somewhat malty, the honey nut flavour sparkles on the tip of your tongue, and slides into your mouth where tart citrus flavours and warm caramel bitterness builds quickly before slipping down your throat full of rich body, thoroughly refreshing…And … the aftertaste… the sharp, distinct bitterness overlapping […]