Sweater weather is here. Like it or not, chilly days and long nights are back. Gone, for now, is the need for the light, crisp wines of summer. Now begins the transition to wines with more body, structure and richness. Since I like to try wines with a few years […]
Tag: Ontariowines
Shari’s Picks for July!
I had the honour of judging at the annual Ontario Wine Awards in May. Tony Aspler, leading wine writer, author and Canada’s self-proclaimed “evangelist for wine”, created this competition in 1995. He has turned over his annual wine competition to the trusted care of George Brown. Understandably at 83, Tony […]
Shari’s Comfort Wine Picks for November.
The cooler nights and shorter days mark the season for comfort foods. So whether that might be my husband’s favourite, shepherd’s pie, or ribs, stews or grilled cheese sandwiches, we all have our favourites! Is “comfort wine” a thing? I think so! Just like food, it means comfort and familiarity […]
Shari’s Off The Beaten Path Picks for August!
The height of the summer calls for cold, thirst-quenching beverages. This makes August the ideal time for chilled, refreshing and crisp white wines. Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio wines are a prevalent choice this time of year due to their tendency to be dry and crisp. So why not venture […]