Golden West Pinot Noir 2019 Wine Notes: From the winery: The 2019 vintage was on the cooler side as it started slow with later-than-usual bud break and continued on to be fairly moderate throughout the year. Some vineyards had issues with an October freeze a bit earlier than usual, but our high-elevation vineyardshave great air... Continue Reading →
Pelee Island Pinot Noir Reserve VQA Wine Notes: From the LCBO: Medium ruby red colour; aromas of berry fruit, smoke and chocolate, with underlying notes of fruit jam and cloves; extra dry, medium bodied with berry fruit, smoky oak and chocolate flavours; well balanced with moderate to long finish. Carolina Hurricanes Essentials Team Colours: Red,... Continue Reading →
Henry of Pelham Pinot Noir VQA Wine Notes: This winery is not named after a former British Prime Minister, rather the name comes from the son of the Speck family's great-great-great grandpa' - Henry Smith, who in 1842 jokingly signed the liquor licence for the Inn and Tavern on the property with the name of... Continue Reading →
Lapis Luna Pinot Noir Wine Notes Sometimes it is best to turn to the winery for notes, here's the description from the winery: https://lapislunawines.com/product/2018-pinot-noir/ Ripe red cherries, boysenberries, purple flowers and nice spices. The palate is juicy, smooth, poised and delicious. All of the fruit was gently destemmed and soaked at 50 degrees for 3... Continue Reading →
Château des Charmes Cuvée Michèle Pinot Noir Estate Grown & Bottled VQA https://youtube.com/shorts/BLYmqndXthw?feature=share Wine Notes: Château des Charmes focuses exclusively on french grape varietals in the Niagara Region. The winery is a charter member of "Sustainable Winemaking Ontario". This specific wine is a very good introductory example of Niagara Region Pinot Noirs and can be... Continue Reading →
Mirassou Pinot Noir https://youtube.com/shorts/GW29sb3CEcA?feature=share San Jose 2023 Wine Pairing Wine Notes: Get ready for your entry into the world of big, bold California reds. The hot climate of California results in ripe juicy wines resulting in very jammy flavours. Like most things California, expect to experience toasty oak scents on the nose and a presence... Continue Reading →
Philippe De Rothschild Pinot Noir Pays d’Oc https://youtube.com/shorts/appDkpVOQQo?feature=share Florida 2023 Wine Pairing Wine Notes: Welcome to the world of French Pinot Noir. This is a very accessible wine at a great price from a historically significant and well storied wine brand - Baron Philippe de Rothschild. The wine region Pays d'Oc is nestled between the... Continue Reading →
Gato Negro Pinot Noir https://youtu.be/9gGLo-hlowo Arizona Coyotes 2023 Wine Pairing Wine Notes: This is an easy drinking Pinot Noir that is a great way to introduce yourself to the variety. The main aroma to look for when swirling your glass is Strawberries. When looking at this wine you should expect to see a red-ruby colour.... Continue Reading →
Cono Sur Pinot Noir Organic 2021 https://youtube.com/shorts/ixFRbYAImOw St. Louis Blues 2023 Wine Pairing Wine Notes: This is a very standard bubble-gum Pinot Noir from South America. This is a juicy and persistent wine that is deep red in colour with hints of cherry and raspberry scents and tastes - be on the lookout for for... Continue Reading →
Colorado Avalanche 2022 Wine Pairing: 96 Points Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 Wine Notes Why pair the Avalanche with a wine that makes fun of wine critics by awarding itself 96 points every year? A few reasons: 1996 is the year that the Colorado Avalanche won the Stanley Cup.Hockey WineUp is about developing a deeper appreciation for... Continue Reading →
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