Latest Columns
18Jan
HIDDEN BENCH WINERY PROFILE
Hidden Bench Winery: This high quality winery was founded in 2003 by the owner, Harald Thiel. Located in the heart of the Beamsville Bench sub-appellation of Niagara, Hidden Bench focuses…
04Oct
CALIFORNIA vs BORDEAUX TASTING REPORT
Comparative blind tasting of Napa Valley reds versus Crus Classés from Bordeaux always attract wine aficionados. As is often the case such blind tastings often reveal surprising results. This high…
05May
TASTING REPORT: BORDEAUX 2018
Many French wine regions excelled in 2018. The Bordeaux region is one of the major success stories of this sun soaked vintage. This hot growing season produced ripe concentrated reds…
Latest Suggestions
02Jul
Chorey Les Beaune 2022 François Gay & Fils
This lovely Burgundy Pinot is fresh, fruity and quite elegant. Crafted in a classic style, this excellent Chorey will seduce the traditional Burgundy aficionado. The charming nose exhibits spicy red…
26Jun
Les Beraudies Blanc 2023 Vin de France, Cosse & Maisonneuve
A new product at SAQ that should be discovered! A surprising 50-50 blend of Chardonnay and Ugni Blanc that is quite rich and full. Seductive nose displaying ripe pear, peach…
20May
Sauvignon Blanc 2023 Marlborough, Greywacke
This excellent New-Zealand Sauvignon blanc is crafted by the talented Kevin Judd, previously winemaker at the reputed Cloudy Bay winery in Marlborough. Typically intense, but remaining elegant, the nose displays…