The Coffin Ridge Back From the Dead Red is my go-to Halloween wine. And it's likely soon to be yours too! Located in northern Ontario's Grey County, Coffin Ridge Winery specializes in bringing back to life grapes suited to a cool climate geography. Like the Maréchel Foch and Baco Noir grapes in their devilishly delicious … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Coffin Ridge Back from the Dead Red
It's no secret that I LOVE Rosé. But what you may not know is that I enjoy drinking Rosé most in the fall. That's right, Rosé is definitely not just for summer! The deeper flavours of medium-bodied dry Rosés are perfect for the autumn season and pair very well with all the best fall foods. … Continue reading The 6 Ontario Rosés you Need to try This Fall
The Peninsula Ridge Beal Vineyard Cabernet Rosé is another one of my favourite Rosés for fall. This wine is just as beautiful as the gorgeous Peninsula Ridge Estates Winery that sits beneath the Niagara Peninsula in the Beamsville Bench. Made with Cabernet Franc grapes, the Peninsula Ridge Rosé is a medium-bodied dry wine. It's bursting … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Peninsula Ridge Beal Vineyard Cabernet Rosé
Over the past month, the Cave Spring Rosé has quickly found it's way into my weekly wine rotation! It checks on my wine boxes - local, tasty, budget-friendly and pairs well with seasonal foods. Cave Spring Vineyard is a local Ontario winery located in the Beamsville Bench, Niagara. They have a reputation for crafting elegant … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Cave Spring Rosé
Autumn is officially here! I love drinking rosé in the fall and the Foreign Affair Amarosé is one of my favourites. The Foreign Affair is an Ontario winery in the Vineland area of the Niagara Peninsula. Their wines are amazing, but especially the Amarosé for the fall. Let's start with the appearance - the beautiful … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Foreign Affair Amarosé 2019
The Wayne Gretzky Estates Rosé is the perfect bottle of wine to end the summer with. It's seriously like an Ontario August summer day in a glass! Lets start with the beautiful light coral colour that reminds me of those pink summer sunsets. On the nose you'll smell everything that's wonderful about Ontario in August … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Wayne Gretzky Estates Rosé 2019
It's more important than ever to support local wineries right now. With so many options here in Ontario, buying and drinking local wine is not difficult! But sometimes the price tag on local wines can be a bit too much for a girl on a budget. Trust me, I hear you! So I've compiled a … Continue reading Girl on a Budget: 14 Ontario Wines Under $14
It's always exciting when Lola gets a new friend, especially when it's fun and bubbly! The new Pelee Island Lola Nero is a sparkling red wine that I think everyone is going to LOVE! The Lola Nero is a beautiful garnet colour with the prettiest frothy bubbles. And it has all the great flavours of … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Pelee Island LOLA Nero
Summer is finally here, and while it may look a bit different this year, there's still lots to smile about! Including this week's wine, the Gravelhill Vineyards Smiling Girl Pinot Gris. Gravelhill Vineyards is a small family winery in Prince Edward County. I first visited their wonderfully welcoming and friendly tasting room a few years … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Gravelhill Smiling Girl Pinot Gris
North Beach Prince Edward County is truly a magical place! Turquoise waters, white sands and rolling green hills really make you feel like you're on the ocean. It's no wonder Harwood Estate Vineyards named their trio of Rosés after this beautiful beach. Their North Beach Seahorse Rosé is the wine of the week - a … Continue reading Wine of the Week: Harwood North Beach Seahorse Rosé
