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LCBO Find: Southbrook Triomphe Cabernet Franc 2020
Admittedly, one of the things I love the most about Loire Cabernet Franc is the earthy qualities (forest floor, damp leaves, mushroom, and borderline brettiness) presented amongst the ripe red fruit, made possible from very low intervention winemaking, and this is a parallel with Southbrook Winery.
Dec 112 min read


Wine Find: Pra Otto Soave Classico 2016
Among this wine's brightest stars is the Prà Otto Soave Classico, a beautifully balanced white that captures the true sense of Garganega grapes grown in Monteforte d'Alpone. I recently had the Prà Otto Soave Classico 2016
Nov 182 min read


LCBO Find: The Winery of Good Hope Mountainside Syrah 2024
The Winery of Good Hope Mountainside Syrah 2024 is a refreshing and elegantly restrained Syrah sourced from two older, gravelly mountainside vineyards overlooking False Bay.
Oct 102 min read


Wine Find: 2018 Incivility Pinot Noir
Now, onto the star of the show, the 2018 Incivility Pinot Noir. This wine is a barrel selection of 100% whole cluster, wild yeast fermented fruit aged for 15 months
Sep 212 min read


The 2019 Ofen - a Blaufrankisch With Attitude
The 2019 Ofen Blaufränkisch by Franz Weninger is a rare and exciting natural wine hailing from the Burgenland region of Austria.
Sep 82 min read


Origin Wine Spritzer Now Available
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Origin, a refreshing new spritzer born from a special collaboration between Nyarai Cellars and The Spice Food and Wine Group’s brand, Spring Into Spice.
Jul 102 min read


LCBO Wine Find: 2023 Folklore
Nyarai Cellars' 2023 Folklore is noteworthy sparkling wine crafted from Niagara grapes, and kissed by the blending hands of its winemaker, Steve Byfield.
May 172 min read


LCBO Wine Find: Black Bank Hill Runway Rosé 2023
The Black Bank Hill Runway Rosé 2023 is a vibrant wine crafted from 94% estate-grown Cabernet Franc and 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, hand-harvested at optimal ripeness.
May 22 min read


LCBO Find: Frogpond Farm Organic Gamay Noir 2019
The Frogpond Farm Organic Gamay Noir 2019 exemplifies the winery’s commitment to producing authentic, high-quality wines
Apr 51 min read


LCBO Find: Marynissen Cabernet Franc 2022
The 2022 Marynissen Cabernet Franc is an easy to drink red wine that will show its pairing versatility, very early on the palate.
Mar 222 min read


LCBO Find: Rosewood Sémillon 2022
The Rosewood Sémillon 2022 is aged for nine months in stainless steel, undergoing full malolactic fermentation, with sulfites added only pri
Mar 142 min read


LCBO Wine Find: Errázuriz Aconcagua Costa Chardonnay 2023
On the palate, vibrant acidity frames flavours of ripe mango and citrus, balanced by a creamy mid-palate and slate-driven minerality.
Feb 12 min read


LCBO Find: Verraco Ridge Monterey County Cabernet Sauvignon
The 2019 Verraco Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon is a standout example of Monterey County winemaking.
Jan 101 min read


LCBO Find: Stift Klosterneuburg Zweigelt
The Stift Klosterneuburg Zweigelt, 2022, is a gorgeous ruby colour. On the nose, that Zweigelt red fruit and pepper notes are apparent,
Dec 20, 20242 min read


LCBO Find Deinhard Green Label Riesling
The Deinhard Green Label Riesling yells typicity. There is no mistaking it for anything other than Riesling. With an inviting golden hue and
Dec 13, 20242 min read


LCBO Find: Rabl Löss Grüner Veltliner 2022
The Rabl Löss Grüner Veltliner 2022 is an easy drinking white wine that is suitable for any deep conversation with friends or a chance meeti
Nov 22, 20242 min read


LCBO Find: HER Shiraz 2022
On the palate, the HER Shiraz 2022 delivers a well-rounded taste experience, balancing fruitiness with subtle spicy notes that linger.
Nov 15, 20241 min read


LCBO Find: Cuatro Rayas Tempranillo
Today's wine find is the Cuatro Rayas Tempranillo 2021, a near full-bodied and juicy wine that does well on its own or with food.
Nov 9, 20242 min read


LCBO Find: Soito Taleiga Tinto 2018
The Soito Taleiga Tinto 2018 is a red wine blend of Touriga Nacional, Alfrocheiro, Tinta Roriz and the Jaen (Mencia) grape. On the nose, bla
Nov 1, 20241 min read


LCBO Find: Tawse Spark Brut Sparkling
The Tawse Spark Brut Sparkling is a traditional method sparkling wine made from hand harvested and sustainably grown Ontario grapes
Oct 25, 20242 min read
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