This Appassimento method red wine impressed us on day one, and it continued to shine 5 days later! Name: La Penna Vintage: 2012 Producer: Cave Spring Vineyard Region/Country: Beamsville Bench, Niagara, Ontario, Canada Grape Varietal(s): Cabernet Franc Alcohol Level: 17% (at this alcohol level, La Penna approaches some fortified wines) Consumed: At home Recommended By: … Read more
A versatile Tempranillo of great value… Name: Anciano Gran Reserva 7 Years Vintage: 2010 Producer: Anciano, Bodegas Navalón Region/Country: Valdepeñas, Spain Grape Varietal(s): Tempranillo Alcohol Level: 13% Consumed: At home Recommended By: At the local liquor board store, the LCBO. Cost: $13.95 CAD If you want a more detailed wine review, read on… Bottle Presentation … Read more
A food-friendly Cabernet Sauvignon blend that will only improve with age… Name: The Cabernets Vintage: 2014 Producer: Skillogalee Region/Country: Clare Valley, South Australia, Australia Grape Varietal(s): Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec Alcohol Level: 14% Consumed: At home Recommended By: Purchased at the winery itself, but some of Skillogalee’s offerings are available at the local liquor … Read more
A fantastic Barbera, showcasing vibrant red fruit and great acidity. As a bonus, this food-friendly wine comes at a great price point… Name: Maraia Vintage: 2017 Producer: Marchesi di Barolo Region/Country: Piedmont, Italy Grape Varietal(s): Barbera Alcohol Level: 14% Consumed: At home Recommended By: Purchased at the local liquor board store, the LCBO. Cost: $19.95 … Read more