Tag Archives: Pelee Island

680 NEWS wine reviews, December 28–30, 2018

Posted on December 28, 2018 by

Jonty’s Ducks Pekin Red 2014 This past September I recommend a white wine from South Africa called Jonty’s Ducks Pekin White. Well, its sister red is now available in Vintages. Jonty’s Ducks Pekin Red 2014 is a tasty blend of … Continue reading →

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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 711: Tenuta San Guido

Posted on November 21, 2018 by

Recently I went to a Tenuta San Guido tasting at Don Alfonso at 19 Toronto Street. Here are my notes:

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680 NEWS wine reviews, November 9–11, 2018

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Bodega Piedra Negra Gran Lurton Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2013 Argentina is not all Malbec even though they virtually monopolize LCBO shelves. Bodega Piedra Negra Gran Lurton Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, currently at Vintages, does have 15% Malbec in … Continue reading →

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680 NEWS wine reviews, November 2–4, 2018

Posted on November 2, 2018 by

Pelee Island Winery Chardonnay 2016 To save my wine budget I surf the LCBO website for limited time offers, which can save me a buck or two. Until November 11th, Pelee Island Winery Chardonnay 2016 is on sale for $11.45 … Continue reading →

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680 NEWS wine reviews, October 5–7, 2018

Posted on October 4, 2018 by

Pelee Island Mousseux de Pomme Apple Wine The difference between apple cider and apple wine is the alcohol content. Apple wine has some 10% alcohol, twice as much as most ciders. There’s an apple wine currently on LCBO shelves, made … Continue reading →

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