A lot of us are craving warmer weather to get out on our balconies or patios. While those higher temps may not be here yet, we can all pretend with the Karlo Estates Patio Reserve Rosé! Pull up a chair to the window and enjoy a glass of this delicious patio sipper. Or, stock up … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Karlo Estates Patio Reserve Rosé
The Traynor Sauvignon Blanc is one of the first bottles of wine I purchased from Prince Edward County when I visited several years ago. I picked up a bottle of the 2018 Sauvignon Blanc last month, and remembered just how delicious it is. Needless to say, the Traynor Sauvignon Blanc has been on my weekly … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Traynor Sauvignon Blanc
A lot of people have been asking me about full-bodied red wines from Ontario. The Waupoos Estates Winery Red Rabbit is definitely one of my favourites. And perfect for this upcoming Easter weekend! It’s made from a delicious grape combination of Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Aged in oak, the … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Waupoos Red Rabbit
Right now I'm looking for wines that are local, food friendly and well priced. The Rosehall Run Liberated Unoaked Chardonnay checks all those boxes. Rosehall Run is a minimal intervention winery in Prince Edward County that specializes in terroir driven wines. The Liberated Chardonnay is unoaked, meaning it does not have any of those rich … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Rosehall Run Liberated Chardonnay
Did you participate in dry January? I certainly did not lol! However, there are occasions or weeks that I do like to moderate my alcohol consumption. This can definitely be hard, because I LOVE wine! If you find yourself in the same dilemma as me, New Zealand lighter wines are your answer. Lower your alcohol … Continue reading Why I’m Loving New Zealand Lighter Wines
The last week I've found myself really looking forward to spring. Fresh flowers, bright skies and pretty pastels....ah I can't wait! While the weather may not be matching my sentiments, my beautiful friend Lola is giving me a taste of those springtime vibes. The Pelee Island Lola Cabernet Franc Rosé has the most elegant label, … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Pelee Island Lola Cabernet Franc Rosé
Do you love light-bodied red wine? If you answered yes, then you must try Gamay Noir! Often over-shadowed by it's cousin Pinot Noir, Gamay Noir is a beautiful wine offering flowery, fruity and earthy notes. It has high acidity and low tannins, which make it a very easy wine to pair foods. Gamay Noir is … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Angels Gate Gamay Noir
With Valentine's being only a couple days away, I had to feature one of my favourite pretty pink wines! Rosés over roses, right? The way to my heart is definitely with a beautiful bottle of Rosé! If you're the same, or know someone that is, you need to pick up a bottle of the Three … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Three of Hearts Rosé
For new years eve, we held a small party with friends at our home in Prince Edward County (more commonly referred to as "the County"). We decided it would be fun to do a cocktail competition with our guests. I had been thinking about this County Royale cocktail for a few months, so was super … Continue reading Wine Cocktail Recipe: The County Royale
I got back from Colombia a few days ago and I'm experiencing a bit of tropical heat withdrawal. As I look out the window onto the 5 inches of snow and frozen lake, it seems pretty clear that we'll not be getting hot temps anytime soon in Canada! So, I will escape back to summer … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Las Mulas Sauvignon Blanc Reserva Organic
