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Jefferson Davis is a Toronto-based wine writer and educator. He holds a Diploma from the Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) in the United Kingdom. Jefferson has worked as the managing editor of Wine Access Magazine and as the editor of the First In Line tasting report of LCBO releases. He has also served as a judge for the Canadian Wine Awards, International Value Wine Awards and Toronto Wine and Cheese Show, and as an educator with the WSET.
An enticing combination of ripe fruit and mineral complexity for the money. Peach, pear, and mineral layers work well together. It's mid-weight with lively acidity and lingering fruit and mineral on the finish. Good match for grilled chicken breast. LCBO Vintages September 27
A lively chardonnay with plenty of up front fruit character. Peach, apple, and lemon components are met by sufficient acidity. Good balance with some lingering fruit on the finish. Not complex but fine as a sipper or with chicken skewers and a fruity dipping sauce. LCBO Vintages October 11 $14.95
An easy drinking Bordeaux with appealing fruit ripeness and balance. Typical cassis and plum aromas are joined by some dried herbs and mineral. Good fruit focus amid lively acidity, ripe tannin, and herbal layers. Pretty ripe and up front with enough structure to match a steak or beef stew. Drink over the next 2-3 years. LCBO Vintages October 25 $14.95
Good value in a fresh and dry Italian white with some appealing fruit character. Look for lime and melon to predominate with some vegetal and licorice tinges. Good balance with lingering citrus fruit. Grill some shrimp or calamari. LCBO General List $7.75
An appealing and robust primitivo that will drink well through 2022. Plenty of lift on the nose with raspberry, blueberry, and cherry notes leading the charge. Floral and spicy elements lend support and lead to a striking flavour profile. Impressive fruit core amid floral and spicy accents with good acidity and ripe tannin. Solid value.$ 18.99 Stem Wine Group (416) 548-8824.
A complex and well structured blend of 15 grape varieties that will take a few years to be at its best. Aromatic profile features cherry, raspberry, blueberry, anise, mocha, and toasty oak hints. Dark and dried fruit flavours amid wood spice, dark chocolate, dried fruit, firm tannin and good acidity. A beautifully layered wine that will be best after 2020 with slow roasted meat or rich risotto. $74.99 Stem Wine Group (416) 548-8824
A beautifully layered and complex sangiovese with 5% petit verdot. Look for attractive black cherry, raspberry, licorice, floral, and herbal tea notes. Well expressed on the palate with an abundance of red fruit joined by tinges of herbal complexity and spice. Drink 2015-2021 with pasta or roast chicken. $23.99 Stem Wine Group (416) 548-8824
An appealing Chianti with cran-cherry, raspberry, and herbal lift. Good tangy fruit depth with herbal layers supported by lively acidity. Well proportioned with good length. Best 2015-2019 with pasta or veal. $14.00 Stem Wine Group (416) 548-8824
A lighter style Barolo with Impressive character and depth for the money. Typical cherry, plum, dried apricot, herbal and slightly earthy mineral complexity. Good depth and structure with evident tannin and a long finish combining dark and dried fruit, touches of roasted nut and earthiness. Approachable now but will drink well through 2018. Serve with slow roasted meat. $29.99 Stem Wine Group (416) 548-8824
Good value in an accessible and robust red that should be versatile with food. Inviting cherry, raspberry and floral notes with and attractive fruit driven flavour profile. The fruit depth is enlivened by the acidity and herbal hints. Well balanced with good length. Good match for pasta or pizza. $12.99 Stem Wine Group (416) 548-8824
A terrific food wine for the money with nicely lifted fruit and herbal character with a boost of lively acidity. Black cherry and raspberry tea notes sit on a mid-weight frame with ripe tannin. Tangy fruit flavours linger nicely on the finish. Good match for burgers and steaks. LCBO General List $8.95.
An attractive and well balanced blend of pinot grigio and verduzzo. Good aromatic lift led by ripe apple, lemon, and slightly honeyed notes. Well balanced with evident weight joining the ripe fruit and effective acidity. Fine on its own or with grilled seafood. LCBO Vintages Essentials $15.00.
Excellent value in a fruit forward chardonnay that has good structure and depth. Look for apple as the central character with lemon and slightly biscuity notes and flavours. Good acidity with impressive fruit focus and length for the money. Pleasant on its own or with grilled shrimp ON General List $9.95
A lively and refreshing sauvignon that should be versatile with food. Aromatic depth impresses led by lemon-lime, guava, melon and herbal notes. Good depth on the palate with a enticing combination of fruit, mineral and herbal elements supported by lively acidity. Try with grilled chicken or pork. ON Vintages $17.95
89 Chivite 2008 Gran Fuedo Reserva
Navarra, Spain
Currently reduced in price, this is a fruit-laden and well proportioned red suitable for slow roasted meat and grilled vegetables. Enticing raspberry and black cherry character is supported by wood spice and vanilla accents. Good weight and persistence on the finish. Great value now on sale but worth a look even at the regular $16.95 price. ON Vintages Essentials $14.95
September is a busy month for students and teachers. The start of a new academic year is filled with excitement and anticipation. Maybe you're taking the kids to their end of the year playoffs or the beginning of a new season. Labour Day to Thanksgiving always seems to fly past rapidly. Here are six solid bets to help you enjoy a good meal or some some well deserved down time during this hectic period.
89 Cono Sur 2013 Bicicleta Viognier Colchagua Valley, Chile ON General List $9.95
88 Rui Roboredo Madeira 2012 Beyra Vinhos De Altitude DO Beiras Interior, Portugal ON Vintages August 16 Release $13.95
88 Ventisquero 2013 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc Casablanca Valley, Chile ON Vintages August 2 Release $13.95
88 Cono Sur 2013 Pinot Noir Central Valley, Chile, ON General List $10.95
88 Cusumano 2013 Nero d'Avola IGT Sicilia, Italy ON General List $11.95
87 Bodegas Castano 2013 La Casona De Castano DO Yecla, Murcia, Spain ON General List $9.80
A fresh and youthful Chilean sauvignon blanc that is clean and well balanced. Look for herbal freshness to go with a pleasant combination of citrus and tropical fruit tones. Lively acidity helps the fresh fruit depth push nicely through the finish. A great sipping wine for the remainder of the summer. $13.95 Ontario Vintages August 2 release.
This continues its run as a value pick delivering attractive viognier varietal character. Look for enticing peach, pineapple, and floral aromatic lift. Expressive tropical fruit flavours are met by some refreshing acidity and spicy nuances. Great for sipping or as a match for poultry or seafood with a bit of a spicy kick. ON Vintages General List $9.95
A refreshing and tasty Portuguese white for the money. Zesty lemon, grapefruit, mineral and herbal interplay on the nose. Bright and focused citrus flavours with some herbs and spice on the finish. Good on its own or with fish and chips. ON Vintages August 16 Release $13.95
This has loads of fruit character to go with impressive tannic structure and lively acidity. Attractive blackberry and black cherry fruit core is ripe and rich with sourish acidity and good weight. Quite lively and focused overall with good persistence on the finish. A versatile red for the rest of the barbecue season. ON General List $11.95.