Tony Aspler, the Wine Guy

Wynns Coonawarra Estate Shiraz 2016
Barossa Valley is not the only region that produces great Shiraz in Australia. Coonawarra, perhaps better known for its Cabernet Sauvignon, also makes some very tasty Shiraz. Wynns Coonawarra Estate Shiraz 2016 is dense purple in colour with a savoury-herbal blackberry nose lifted with vanilla oak note. It’s medium to full-bodied and dry with savoury, blackberry flavours and herbal notes that fill the palate, finishing on a minty note. It costs $23.95 a bottle at Vintages and is well worth the price. Serve it with red meat dishes. That’s Wynns Coonawarra Estate Shiraz 2016 from Australia. For Post City Magazines, I’m Tony Aspler, 680 NEWS. ($23.95, Vintages #433060) (90)

Domaine des Nugues Beaujolais-Villages Rosé 2017
Here’s a first to the LCBO – a rosé from the Beaujolais-Villages appellation at Vintages. Domaine des Nugues Beaujolais-Villages Rosé 2017 is pale salmon in colour with cherry and plum aromas topped with a floral note; it’s medium-light bodied, dry with ripe cherry flavours and a fresh, crisp finish. It costs $17.95 at Vintages outlets. A versatile and tasty wine that works well with poultry and seafood. That’s Domaine des Nugues Beaujolais-Villages Rosé 2017. For Post City Magazines, I’m Tony Aspler, 680 NEWS. ($17.95, Vintages #556126) (89)