The Bodega Otazu wins a Gold Medal at the Sélections Mondiales des Vins Canada 2023 for their Chardonnay 2022. "The nose is elegant and expressive, with floral aromas and notes of white fruit and citrus like grapefruit. On the palate, it’s a fresh white wine with a long, fruity, aromatic finish."
Two recent articles from Cité Boomers* comments on the return of a 2018 Mâcon Loché Les Longues Terres from Maison Marcel Couturier tasted the 1st time in 2022... « Un vin lumineux, éclatant de saveurs complexes » To discover or rediscover ! The second wine from Italy by Venchirezza. A novelty made from an autochthonous grape variety, Ribolla Gialla from Friuli Venezia Giulia. "Organic, natural wine Venchiarezza Ribella 2021 is a revelation. * Article only in French
What could be more refreshing than a good Riesling on a hot summer’s day? In the July 7th issue, Patrick Désy reviews 2 Alsacian Rieslings from two Beyer houses. Discover Emile Beyer’s Riesling Les Traditions, "To enjoy quietly on a beautiful summer’s evening".
During a visit to Montreal, the legendary Ken Forrester (known as the "Pope of South African Chenin" in Patrick Désy’s July 1ᵉʳ article) presented a number of new cuvées, including Dirty Little Secret and The Misfits. These wines are now available at the SAQ, along with his classics The FMC and Chenin Reserve. A fine range of products to discover or rediscover. Article Only in French
Patrick Désy in his JDM blog* "Les Méchant Raisins" of June 2 suggests 5 wines for your Lobster party, among his choices, a new Valmonti wine. Jean-Michel Giboulot’s Savigny-lès-Beaune Chardonnay 2020. "Absolutely delicious" "Drink less. Drink better. " *In French only
A small revolution in the world of winemaking! Have you already heard about the revolutionary method of the egg-shaped vat? Read the following extract from Karyne Duplessis Piché’s article* in the April 8 edition of "La Presse".. The producer of Domaine des Frères Couillaud has tested these vats for his Muscadets. Discover the Muscadet Les Schistes vailable in 42 stores for $17.40
Listen to Jessica Harnois’ March 17 «C’est bon à boire*» segment she talks about two Spanish wines from Bodega Otazu. Two excellent choices, the Chardonnay Fermentado en barrica and the Reserva under $25. *in French only
Listen to Philippe Lapeyrie’s radio chronicle on Rouge FM on February 16th. Ilex a Tuscany wine from the House of Caprili, a low price of $15.40, Pure, lively, Authentic, fruity and smooth 100% Sangiovese natural wine. (Chronicle in French only)