Pascual Toso Malbec 2017 (Argentina) - Wine Review

Tonight's wine review is a nice Malbec from Argentina that is widely available at LCBO outlets across Ontario. It is produced by Bodegas Toso, one of the oldest and most prestigious wineries of Argentina. Pascual Toso left his hometown of Canale D’Alba, in Piamonte, Italy and set forth towards Argentina in the mid-1880's. Being closely involved in the development of the family...

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Fleur du Cap Chardonnay 2016 (South Africa) - Wine Review

The recent parade of South African wines continues tonight with this Chardonnay from the Western Cape. Produced by Fleur du Cap, the grapes were sourced from vines planted in 1990 (Stellenbosch) and from 2000-2006 (Somerset West, Elgin and Robertson). Soils varied from Karoo limestone and granite in Stellenbosch, and shale soils in Elgin and Somerset West. Crops in 2016 were...

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Southbrook Triomphe Cabernet Merlot 2014 (Niagara) - Wine Review

Tonight's red wine is the second in a series of wines from Southbrook Vineyards. The grapes for this wine come from the Saunders Vineyard in Niagara. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks and ageing occurred in neutral oak barrels. This wine is certified organic and suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Currently available as part of the Triomphe Gift Package that...

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