Smoking Loon Cabernet Sauvignon
I remember the first time I tried Smoking Loon Cabernet Sauvignon vividly. It was nearly a decade ago on a ski trip with family friends to Maine. My mom and I were browsing the ill-stocked general store in town for a wine that might be passable…
Robert Mondavi Private Selection Bourbon Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon is a Great Winter Wine
When a non-wine drinker recommends me a bottle, I always view it with a bit of skepticism. It’s only natural — they don’t even necessarily know what wine they like let alone what wine I like. So when my buddy recommended me Robert Mondavi Private Selection Bourbon Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon on…
Autumn Visits to Prince Edward County Wineries
There’s few places more charming in Ontario than Prince Edward County. Its rustic country appeal is augmented by the upscale-appeal of thriving vineyards and the money brought in by tourists visiting. This fall, I got to be one of those tourists, and I have rarely…
The Complete Introduction to Wine Tasting
Even if you’re a regular wine drinker, the process of wine tasting might seem a bit strange (or downright silly) to you. Is it even possible to eke out those vague nuances real wine tasters claim? Could the whole process be bullshit? Regardless of your…
Tilia Malbec Tastes Terrific, Especially on a Tight Budget
When I began writing about booze in University, it was almost exclusively to recommend inexpensive alternatives to the crap my friends were drinking. Getting college drinkers off boxed wine and Budweiser is no mean feat, but I approached it with the unique vigor of someone…
Lamarca Prosecco is the Perfect Bubbly to Ring in Spring
Everyone knows that I’m a huge fan of Prosecco. But I tend to stick with what I like, and rarely venture away from old favourites (like the sublime Foss Marai). But when I got a chance to try the excellent Lamarca Prosecco, I was anything but…
O’leary Cabernet Merlot: More Palatable than its Namesake (if only slightly)
Kevin O’Leary is a man of many titles — businessman, millionaire, conservative leadership candidate and utter douchebag to name a few. And I suppose he felt it was high time to add wine maker (or, more accurately I’m sure, wine investor) to the list. Naturally,…
Mumm Champagne Justifies Its Popularity
If you’ve ever had a glass of champagne at a function, there’s a good chance it was G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge Brut Champagne. It’s one of the largest producers of champagne in the world, and was ranked 4th in volume of bottles sold as of…
Young Brute Wine Proves it’s More Than Just a Name
When you approach a wine called Young Brute, you’re bound to sip it with some preconceived notions. It’s probably going to be brash, unrefined and proud of it. There’s no age statement and the grapes used in the blend aren’t obvious, only cementing prejudice. From the branding…
Picking the Perfect Gift for Wine Drinkers
There is no question about it – almost everyone enjoys an elegant glass of quality wine. However, some people are just crazy for the red nectar, and never seem to get enough. If you (or your friend’s) love of wine runs as deep as the…