Tag Archives: Negrar

Beaujolais Nouveau and Novello 2018

Posted on November 13, 2018 by

On Thursday the 15th, the LCBO will release the Nouveau and Novello  wines. In a word: Not an auspicious year for Beaujolais Nouveau and Italian Novello!

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680 NEWS wine reviews – January 12–14, 2018

Posted on January 12, 2018 by

Negrar Corvina Verona 2015 Valpolicella and Amarone are usually blends of three grape varieties, with Corvina being the dominant player. But more and more winemakers in the Veneto region are producing wines made from 100% Corvina. New to LCBO shelves … Continue reading →

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Wines of the Week for December 7, 2017

Posted on December 6, 2017 by

Torres Altos Ibericos 2014 (Rioja) $12.95 until December 31 (LCBO #527291) 100% Tempranillo wine from Spain’s Rioja region. Deep ruby in colour it shows a cedary, cherry nose with sandalwood and floral notes; it’s medium-bodied and dry; expect elegant, savoury, … Continue reading →

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