Monthly Archives: April 2020

Domaine Coudoulis Evidence Lirac 2016

Posted on April 30, 2020 by John Galea

Dark in color with a mild black berry nose. On the mid palate the wine matches the nose with some black berries. On the medium length finish the wine displays some nice vibrant peppery notes and some VERY noticeable alcohol. … Continue reading →

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Gorghi Tondi Coste a Preola Grillo 2018

Posted on April 28, 2020 by John Galea

I attended an Italian tasting that included some eclectic wines/wineries from Italy and Grillo was a Sicilian grape that caught my attention. So when this one was on the release I jumped at the chance. Grillo is another one of … Continue reading →

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Château Haut-Bergey 2016

Posted on April 26, 2020 by John Galea

Inky dark in color with lovely inviting dark cherry nose. On the mid palate the wine matches the nose with dark cherries, and mocha notes. On the medium length finish the wine displays some bitter dark chocolate notes along with … Continue reading →

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Cloudline Pinot Noir 2018

Posted on April 23, 2020 by John Galea

Dark garnet in color with a nice red berry nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some lovey ripe strawberry/raspberries. On the medium length finish the wine displays some nice earthy tannins and smooth acidity. This is a lovely, … Continue reading →

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Domaine Jacky Marteau Sauvignon Touraine 2018

Posted on April 19, 2020 by John Galea

Pale straw in color with a nice citrus nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some nice citrus notes to match the nose. On the medium in length finish the wine displays some soft mild acidity. Be careful what … Continue reading →

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Partake Red Non-Alcoholic beer

Posted on April 17, 2020 by John Galea

I’ve previously reviewed a couple of the Partake products and been impressed. When looking for a non-alcoholic alternative they have become my goto … I noticed the Red on the list that I haven’t had before so I thought heh … Continue reading →

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Château Les Hauts de Lagarde Blanc 2018

Posted on April 12, 2020 by John Galea

This a white Bordeaux made from 60% Sauv banc and 40% Semillon. Pale straw in color with a mild citrus, along with some nice floral notes. On the mid palate the wine displays some softer, more elegant citrus and floral … Continue reading →

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2018 Trius Niagara Escarpment Pinot Noir

Posted on April 9, 2020 by John Galea

As I was coming out of Longos I nipped into the wine store there, getting into the LCBO these days requires a LOT of time and patience. Trout was on the menu for dinner so I really wanted a Pinot … Continue reading →

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Two Rivers Convergence Sauvignon Blanc 2018

Posted on April 7, 2020 by John Galea

Pale straw in color with a nice mild pink grapefruit nose. On the mid palate the wine displays nice pink grapefruit to match the nose. On the medium length finish the wine displays some nice smooth food friendly acidity. I … Continue reading →

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Château de la Grange Vieilles Vignes Côtes de Grand Lieu Muscadet 2017

Posted on April 4, 2020 by John Galea

Slighty golden in color with a nice minerally nose with some mild citrus notes. On the mid palate the wine displays some nice tart acidity along with some nice stone and biscuit notes. On the medium length finish the wine … Continue reading →

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