For almost 20 years the Malivoire Lady Bug Rosé has been an Ontario benchmark wine. From the beginning, showing how great Ontario Rosé can be! And the 2018 Malivoire Lady Bug Rosé is just as amazing as every other year. The 2018 Rosé has the same deep pink colour and bright red berry flavours, but … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Malivoire Lady Bug Rosé
Is there anything better than a glass of French Rosé on a hot summer afternoon? I didn't think so! The 2018 Henri Gaillard Rosé provides everything you're looking for in a French Rosé. Dry, light and crisp - check. Citrusy floral flavours - check. Pretty pink colour - check. From the Côtes De Provence region, … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Henri Gaillard Rosé 2018
Last weekend, we were at our Prince Edward County house getting a lot of work done. But I made some time to visit one winery and chose Rosehall Run Vineyards. Rosehall Run is one of the oldest wineries in PEC, having been established in 2001. They are known for their Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and sparkling … Continue reading Rosehall Run Vineyards
It's officially barbeque season! Most people go for cabernet sauvignon with barbequed meats, but why not try something different? With my barbeques, I always love having my favourite California red - Zinfandel. And one of the BEST is the Ironstone Zinfandel! From Lodi California, the self-proclaimed "Zin" capital of the word, the Ironstone Zinfandel is … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Ironstone Zinfandel
I recently visited Huff Estates Winery in Prince Edward County and I can't believe I had never been before! It was seriously one of the best winery visits I've ever had. Huff Estates Winery has a beautiful tasting room with informative staff; a delicious restaurant with a patio overlooking the vineyards; and a well curated … Continue reading Huff Estates Winery
I look forward to getting the Wine Country Ontario Travel Guide every year! The new 2019/2020 guide just came out in May and I've already started using it to plan my wine trips. The guide is divided into the five Ontario wine regions with information about each area and helpful descriptions about the wineries. Plus, … Continue reading The New Wine Country Ontario Travel Guide
Looking for an organic white to drink this summer? This week's wine of the week, the Santa Julia Organic Torrontés, is the wine you have been seeking! From Mendoza Argentina, the Santa Julia winery not only practices organic farming but have been awarded the 'Fair for Life' certification. This certification means that in addition to … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Santa Julia Organic Torrontés
I rarely reach for South African wine, but I'm so glad that the Rustenberg Petit Verdot Rosé caught my eye. The lovely bright pink colour, pretty label and attractive price tag had me immediately intrigued! The 2018 Rustenberg Petit Verdot Rosé is my wine of the week - and, honestly, might be my wine of … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Rustenberg Petit Verdot Rosé
My wine of the week, the Kim Crawford Rosé, was a delightful surprise! I had tried their Sauvignon Blanc many times, but had not ventured beyond that with Kim Crawford wines. But I'm happy that I finally did! On one of my trips to the LCBO, a wine rep was sampling the Kim Crawford Rosé. … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Kim Crawford Rosé
Mother's Day is this Sunday! If you have a wine living mom, than I have the gift guide for you! From beautiful wines to pretty glassware, these gifts are the perfect way to toast to your mom this Mother's Day. Gérard Bertrand Côte des Roses Rosé Mama Needs Coffee and Wine Set Sante Red Wine … Continue reading Gift Guide for the Wine Loving Mom
