WINERY PROFILE | Josef Drathen “This is a lovely new value addition to the regular listings at the LCBO, riding a fine line between the fresh, lively, citrus side, and the more floral, oily, off-dry style of typical gewürztraminer. A…
WINERY PROFILE | Josef Drathen “A great value gewürztraminer with a touch of sweetness and characteristic but delicate notes of pear, lychee, rose and honeycomb. Light in alcohol but exhibits appealing viscosity and bright acids. Nicely balanced and tidily made.…
WINERY PROFILE | Maison Langlois Chateau “This is a very stylish, delicate yet firm sauvignon. A bit more high strung and less heavy than many Sancerres, with an air of freshness yet it is beautifully balanced with complex flavours of…
WINERY PROFILE | Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe “This is the second wine of Vieux Telegraphe. Clever labeling by the Brunier famille. It’s a lovely wine, many elements here. From the lifted, very complex nose of black pepper, spiced meatloaf, olive,…
WINERY PROFILE | Domaine Chanson “Once of the best vintages for this entry level pinot noir in recent memory. Colour is a pretty star-bright garnet. Exhibiting great purity of fruit – dominated by cherries – sour, black and bing. Delicate…
WINERY PROFILE | Domaine du Vieux Telegraphe “From the difficult 2011 vintage, Vieux Télégraphe’s Châteauneuf is fine success I’d say, with massive structure and ultra-ripe and concentrated black berry fruit. This is still years away from prime enjoyment, but within…
WINERY PROFILE | Domaine Chanson “This premier cru burgundy from an estate founded in 1750 has a lovely earthy berry bouquet and traditional style. Lively on the palate with cherry/raspberry, subtle oak, a touch of spice and supple tannins, it’s…
WINERY PROFILE | Domaine Chanson “This terrific pinot noir has a very lifted, sensuous smoky, spicy nose with blackcurrant, raspberry fruit, lovely oak resins and cedar. It’s medium weight, feathery and elegant despite its power. There is a sense of…