Domaine J. Laurens Le Moulin Brut Blanquette de Limoux (France) - Wine Review

I opened up this lovely sparkling wine Sunday evening in conjunction with wedding anniversary celebrations. It is produced by Domaine J. Laurens, located in the small village of La Digne d'Aval in the south of France, less than 5 kms from Limoux. The primary grape within Limoux is Mauzac, and the region is considered to be the first to produce sparkling white wines, even...

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VINTAGES Release February 18: Australia + Ontario + Israel

The upcoming VINTAGES Release on February 18 will be on LCBO shelves across Ontario this Saturday and features diverse wines from Australia as its main theme, while the mini-theme highlights award-winning wines from Ontario. There's also a third feature - a mini-theme on wines from Israel for upcoming Passover celebrations. Wines from each of the five major wine regions...

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Mas des Bressades Cuvée Tradition Blanc 2015 (Rhône) - Wine Review

Tonight's wine was purchased last year from the May 14 LCBO VINTAGES Release and only a few bottles of this dry white wine are still available at the LCBO. It's a good one, especially at this price point. Tasting Note: MAS DES BRESSADES CUVÉE TRADITION BLANC 2015 - AP Costières de Nîmes, Rhône, France (#701094) (XD) - $17.95 A blend of Roussanne, Marsanne, Grenache Blanc...

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Southbrook Connect Organic White 2014 (Ontario) - Wine Review (Bottle 2)

I first tried tonight's organic white wine from Southbrook Vineyards just over a year ago. And tonight, I am opening the second bottle with an expectation that it has matured a little. This wine is bottled under Stelvin screw cap, so I am expecting only subtle changes, if any at all. If you're interested in purchasing this wine, there may be some 2014s left at the LCBO, but...

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VINTAGES Release February 4: Back Roads of Europe + South Africa + Valentine's

The upcoming LCBO VINTAGES Release on February 4th focuses on wines from Europe's Back Roads in its main theme, while the mini-themes highlight wines from South Africa and wines for Valentine's Day celebrations. All of these wines will be on shelves across Ontario this coming Saturday. From the European Back Roads theme - which is meant to showcase lesser-known wines from...

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Château La Tour de l’Évêque Rosé 2015 (France) - Wine Review

Tonight's wine is a rosé wine that was purchased last year from the LCBO VINTAGES Release on April 30th - a release that featured an assortment of rosés for Springtime enjoyment. I didn't intend on holding this until Winter, but having said that, I've always enjoyed a nice dry rosé during the cold months. Do you enjoy rosé wines in Winter? Leave a comment below. Furthermore,...

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Southbrook Organic Triomphe Chardonnay 2015 (Niagara) - Wine Review

Tonight's wine was bottled last July, but only released by the winery for home delivery across Canada a few weeks ago. This small batch organic Chardonnay has been produced by Southbrook Vineyards for many years now. I've tasted the previous 3 vintages (2014, 2013 and 2012), which were all delicious, and I expect the 2015 to also be delicious, while continuing to be suitable...

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