The Best and The Rest
Here are the highlights of the wines that I sampled at the media tasting for this LCBO Vintages Release. This is based on the sub-set of wines Vintages put on offer for review. The Best are the highest scoring based on my tasting experience. The Rest are the remaining wines I happened to review and include wines of interest and value.
Aug 17th, 2019 LCBO Vintages Release
This release includes a stand out Sparkling Crémant de Bordeaux for only $16.95 and an aged Riesling for $19.95 that I thought would be twice as much. There is also a high scoring Bordeaux for $34.95 and an amazing Zinfandel for $29.95.
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‘Tis the season for all things zucchini! I have been ‘gifted’ a couple of huge zucchini from my friends. (Kidding guys! I love being gifted things from the garden!!) But.. it has kept me busy…what to do with all this zucchini???
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This Orzo Corn Salad with Cucumber Feta Dressing makes a great summer side. Continue reading “Orzo Corn Salad with Cucumber Feta Dressing”
Sherried Chicken Thighs are a Spanish dish that is incredible. You thicken the sauce with almonds and egg yolks to create rich, deep layers of flavour!
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This Summer Squash and Potato Torte makes a nice side dish for summer when squash and herbs and potatoes are at their finest.
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Ever try Marsanne? or Cabernet Franc? Here is your chance with the LCBO Vintages Release Aug 17, 2019. Continue reading “Wine Picks LCBO Vintages Release Aug 17, 2019”
This No Bake Vanilla Ice Box Cake is kid-friendly, make ahead, freezer friendly and super easy. What’s not to love? Continue reading “No Bake Vanilla Ice Box Cake”
The Best and The Rest
Here are the highlights of the wines that I sampled at the media tasting for this LCBO Vintages Release. This is based on the sub-set of wines Vintages put on offer for review. The Best are the highest scoring based on my tasting experience. The Rest are the remaining wines I happened to review and include wines of interest and value.
Aug 3rd, 2019 LCBO Vintages Release
This release includes a variety of accessible Bordeaux wines covering a wide price range. If you are a fan of the dry, mildly fruity Provençal style of rosé then you will find a good selection to choose from. In the Sparkling category there is a chance to pick up a 1er Cru Champagne that won’t break the bank.
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Argentinian Grilled Shrimp Tacos will be the best shrimp tacos you have ever had!
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