Sandro Bottega Club Grappa

On this week’s radio show…A taste of Italy…Amarone, Grappa & Italian cuisine.Introducing Fabulous Finds For Foodies… Alioli Ristorante, Mississauga, Ontario

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Bottega SpA Grappa Distillery

Bottega SpA Grappa Distillery

Join us May 13th for “An Evening with Luca Speri”. Spectacular cuisine, incredible wines and an amazing night at the fabulous Alioli Ristorante  in Mississauga,Ontario, this month’s pick for our Fabulous Finds For Foodies.

On this week’s radio show… A taste of Italy…Amarone,Grappa and Italian cuisine.

We’ve got a little international flair…with calls coming in all the way from our featured country, that is Italy… our focus today  … a stunning wine region, known for an iconic and unique wine, plus for being home to a very historical and romantic city.

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This week’s episode….Episode #21  (WL-04-25-2015)

A taste of Italy…Amarone,Grappa and Italian cuisine.

The wine we’re talking about hails from the northeastern wine region of Veneto, and this specialty wine, world renown is rich, robust, complex, amazingly delicious… any ideas?It is Amarone della Valpolicella and our first guest, who will be calling in from Veneto.Luca Speri of Speri Viticoltori, a historical wine producing family, in the region of Valpolicella for seven generations.

Undisputedly symbolic of the Speri company, the Amarone Monte Sant’Urbano is a superb example of a fine, classic wine. It is an extraordinary wine with great complexity and a vigorous structure which has always been top for its elegance and quality. To purchase

Luca Speri will lead us through a tasting of four of the Speri Viticoltori

Luca Speri will lead us through a tasting of four of the Speri Viticoltori

Listen to Luca Speri at 6:57 minutes into the show

Bottega SpA Grappa Distillery, Sandro Bottega.

Bottega SpA Grappa Distillery, Sandro Bottega.

We welcome another guest to the show,also calling in from Italy,from Processco, Veneto… and although we’re going to stay within the region of Veneto we’ll  turn our attention away from wine for a little bit and move to a  “trending” refined white spirit housed in glorious artsy glass bottles.
This spirit is called Grappa, and we will be chatting with the founder of the multi generational luxury house of Bottega SpA Grappa Distillery, Sandro Bottega.

Listen to Sandro Bottega at 25:22 minutes into the show

Sandro Bottega Club Grappa

Sandro Bottega Club Grappa

Sandro Bottega Club Grappa

Water white; light floral and fruit aroma; smooth, fruit flavour and crisp warm finish.

$29.40

 
And Finally we welcome Massimo Ronaghi, the proprietor of this award winning restaurant a little later in the show.
Listen to Massimo Ronaghi at 42:00 minutes into the show.

Join us May 13th for “An Evening with Luca Speri”. Spectacular cuisine, incredible wines and an amazing night at the fabulous Alioli Ristorante  in Mississauga,Ontario, this month’s pick for our Fabulous Finds For Foodies.
Luca Speri will lead us through a tasting of four of the Speri Viticoltori
Four delicious Alioli course specialties paired with four iconic Speri wines will make it an evening to remember.
Please see above menu for your reference. 

To RSVP: Please call Alioli Ristorante and tell them The Wine Ladies sent you. Space is limited.Tickets $125.00 each.Taxes and gratuities extra.
(905) 281-1122 

Hahn Winery Pinot Noir 2013

Hahn Winery Pinot Noir 2013, Georgia’s Wine Pick.

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Hahn Winery Pinot Noir 2013

Hahn Winery Pinot Noir 2013

So my wine pick also hails from California, and I know you would love this wine too. I’m going with a Pinot Noir today that really delivers big and at a great price point. $18.90 in our market.And finding inexpensive Pinot noir is not that easy, this elusive grape that it is, so I am happy!

Georgia's Wine Pick

Georgia’s Wine Pick

So from a family owned winery based in the Salinas Valley, Monterey County, this Pinot Noir is very enticing with an aroma of strawberries, hints of plum and spice, and full rich flavor with berries and cherries a hint of oak and spice. And to add to your Earth Day this winery was the first in Monterey to be certified SIP or Sustainable in Practice.My wine pick is the Hahn Winery Pinot Noir 2013. This will definitely be a standard go to Pinot for me.

Hahn Winery Pinot Noir 2013

LCBO#: 226555 $18.90 per  750 mL bottle

Listen to my review at 4:05 minutes into the radio show.

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This week’s episode….Episode #21  (WL-04-25-2015)

A taste of Italy…Amarone,Grappa and Italian cuisine.

On this week’s radio show…A taste of Italy…Amarone, Grappa & Italian cuisine.Introducing Fabulous Finds For Foodies… Alioli Ristorante, Mississauga, Ontario

St. Supéry Sauvignon Blanc

St. Supéry Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Susanne’s Wine Pick.

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St. Supéry Sauvignon Blanc 2013

St. Supéry Sauvignon Blanc 2013

So Georgia and I recently attended the Wines of California tasting and hit upon a couple of “hits” one of which I’ve chosen as my wine pick.For me as a huge Sauvignon Blanc fan… one of the very first wines I tasted happened to be one of my faves….It was the St. Supéry Sauvignon Blanc 2013.Just $24.95 in our market, and worth every penny. I believe the 2013 is still in stores and the 2014 should be arriving soon.

St. Supéry Sauvignon Blanc 2013

VINTAGES#: 339663   $24.95 per 750 mL bottle

St Supery Estate Vineyards & Winery is a family owned business and they’re located in Napa Valley in the Rutherford growing region and all their wines are estate grown and produced. This Sauvignon Blanc was so tantalizing on the nose and in flavor with intense citrus notes, grapefruit, lime and lemon and brilliant freshness, simply delicious! A bonus for me, with Earth Day being today these guys are certified Napa Green.

St. Supéry Sauvignon Blanc 2014

St. Supéry Sauvignon Blanc 2014

Enjoying a glass of wine at International Sauvignon Day with Andrew Von Teichman of Vonterra Premium Wine & Spirits

Listen to my review at 4:05 minutes into the radio show.

BRAND NEW SHOWS every Monday at 10:00 am and Wednesday at 2:00 pm or listen ON DEMAND on line anytime.

This week’s episode….Episode #21  (WL-04-25-2015)

A taste of Italy…Amarone,Grappa and Italian cuisine.

On this week’s radio show…A taste of Italy…Amarone, Grappa & Italian cuisine.Introducing Fabulous Finds For Foodies… Alioli Ristorante, Mississauga, Ontario

Tarima Hill Estate Bottled Old Vines

Tarima Hill Estate Bottled Old Vines 2011, Georgia’s Wine Pick.

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Tarima Hill Estate Bottled Old Vines 2011

Tarima Hill Estate Bottled Old Vines 2011

So my wine pick came to me via a blind tasting over the Easter holidays. Our sister Barb brought it,as she always likes to surprise and test us,  which is always fun. I truly loved this wine and we actually thought it would be around the $40.00 mark, but sells for just $19.95 in our market, a stellar wine for this price.

Georgia's Wine Pick

Georgia’s Wine Pick

It comes from south eastern Spain as well, only from the DO Alicante. The varietal is “Monastrell” or more commonly known as mourvedre. The grapes are harvested by hand from small plots of old vines. It is simply Yummy!It is deep garnet, purplish in colour, has a seductive bouquet of dark cherries and blackberry, plus a splash of leather. On the palate, full bodied, (15%) rich, with notes of licorice, more blackberry, and a long finish.

The wine is the Tarima Hill Estate Bottled Old Vines 2011.

Available in our market $19.95 per bottle

Listen to my review at 3:19 minutes into the radio show.

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This week’s episode….Episode #20  (WL-04-12-2015)

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo May 5th,2015

Casa Castillo 2011 El Molar.

El Molar Casa Castillo 2011, Susanne’s Wine Pick

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El Molar Casa Castillo 2011

El Molar Casa Castillo 2011

Susanne'sWine Pick

Susanne’s Wine Pick

El Molar Casa Castillo 2011

Over the Easter weekend we had the opportunity to taste a number of wines from all over the map. However,there were a couple of standouts in particular and I believe both of our wine picks today come from Spain.

So my choice today comes from the DO Jumilla,which is situated in southeastern Spain in the northern part of the Murcia region. Spain actually is really enjoying a bit of a renaissance, producing awesome wines and getting well deserved recognition including the DO Jumilla.

So my wine pick is the Casa Castillo 2011 El Molar. Made with 100% Garnacha from the Jumilla region. Despite clocking a 15% alcohol content, it was so well balanced, had beautiful red fruit on the nose, a hint of oak , softer tannins but still with a little bite. It went really well with all the foods on the table. I really enjoyed this wine

A good buy at $17.95 in our market

Listen to my review at 3:19 minutes into the radio show.

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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo May 5th,2015

The Wine Ladies in Spain for a wine, culinary and cultural tour!

Highlander Brew Co. needs your help to build new brewey! The Wine Ladies audio podcast this week.

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It’s Tequila time and time for Patrón and to celebrate Cinco de Mayo!

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Chris Spake,Director of Brand Education for Patrón

Chris Spake,Director of Brand Education for Patrón

Did you say lime? We love anything lime! Especially when paired in a cocktail with an ultra premium Tequila like Patrón .

Which brings us to our guest who will give us the scoop. He will talk about the  myths and the truths on Mexico’s national spirit, one of the fastest growing spirits in North America. He is the Director of Brand Education, for Patrón , the number one ultra premium tequila in the world, Chris Spake will join us.

Listen to Chris Spake at 30:35 minutes into the show.

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This week’s episode….Episode #20  (WL-04-12-2015)

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo May 5th,2015

Patrón

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LCBO#: 50088 $89.95 per 750 mL bottle

Patrón

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LCBO#: 34595 $79.95 per 750 ml bottle

Patrón

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LCBO#: 34603 $99.95 per 750 mL bottle

Patrón

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LCBO#: 220707 $33.10 per 750 mL bottle

On this week’s radio show, we celebrate Cinco de Mayo!

Chris and Pete Neal, Neal Brothers Foods

Happy Cinco de “Neal Brothers Foods” Mayo! Catch them on The Wine Ladies Audio Podcast.

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We’ll be chatting with Pete Neal, Co-founder and owner, with his brother Chris, of Neal Brothers Foods. Founded in 1988, these brothers have a long standing commitment to healthy, organic, delicious and sometimes daring foods.

We’ll introduce you to some healthy snack foods and fabulous Mexican inspired recipes using unique and delicious condiments. Such as Neal Brother’s all natural, gluten free zesty lime mayonnaise.

Chris and Pete Neal

Listen to Pete Neal at 18:26 minutes into the show.

Looking for a fun and delicious way to celebrate Cinco de “Mayo” (pun intended) this year? Try this creamy lime slaw made with Neal Brothers all natural lime mayo. It’s simply delicious – bursting with colour and lime flavour!
Lots of great recipes!
 

Happy Cinco de “Neal Brothers” Mayo! Four delicious flavours (Classic, Truffle, Sriracha and Lime)

 

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On this week’s radio show our focus will be Mexico as a tribute to Mexico’s national holiday “Cinco de Mayo”

which is just around the corner, about to celebrate its 153rd anniversary. The 5th of May is a very special day for Mexico, Its a great tale of battle and of triumph, and is commemorated not only in Mexico but many other places around the world with events, food, drink,parades and much more

So… to Mexico! And to start things off get ready for a little history, perhaps a little mystery, and then  a move to the present day, and of much that this fabulous country has to offer.

Episode #20  (WL-04-12-2015)

Cinco de Mayo

On this week’s radio show, we celebrate Cinco de Mayo!

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Cinco de Mayo

Cinco de Mayo

On today’s show our focus will be Mexico as a tribute to Mexico’s national holiday “Cinco de Mayo” which is just around the corner, about to celebrate its 153rd anniversary. The 5th of May is a very special day for Mexico, Its a great tale of battle and of triumph, and is commemorated not only in Mexico but many other places around the world with events, food, drink,parades and much more

So… to Mexico! And to start things off get ready for a little history, perhaps a little mystery, and then  a move to the present day, and of much that this fabulous country has to offer.


Listen to our 1st guest Diego Espinosa from the Consul General of Mexico at 6:50 minutes into the show.

BRAND NEW SHOWS every Monday at 10:00 am and Wednesday at 2:00 pm or listen ON DEMAND on line anytime.

This week’s episode….Episode #20  (WL-04-12-2015)

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo May 5th,2015

Next up after that, we’ll be chatting with Pete Neal, Co-founder and owner, with his brother Chris, of Neal Brothers Foods, founded in 1988, these brothers have a long standing commitment to healthy, organic, delicious and sometimes daring  foods…we’ll introduce you to some healthy snack foods and fabulous Mexican inspired recipes using unique and delicious condiments such as Neal Brother’s all natural, gluten free zesty lime mayonnaise.

Chris and Pete Neal
Listen to Pete Neal at 18:26 minutes into the show.

Looking for a fun and delicious way to celebrate Cinco de “Mayo” (pun intended) this year? Try this creamy lime slaw made with Neal Brothers all natural lime mayo. It’s simply delicious – bursting with colour and lime flavour!
Lots of great recipes!
Quick, Easy and Simply Delicious White Fish

Quick, Easy and Simply Delicious White Fish

Happy Cinco de “Neal Brothers” Mayo! Four delicious flavours (Classic, Truffle, Sriracha and Lime)

 

 Did you say lime?  We love anything lime! Especially when paired in a cocktail with an ultra premium Tequila like Patron for example! Which brings us to our next guest…who will give us the scoop, talk about the  myths and the truths on Mexico’s national spirit, one of the fastest growing spirits in North America the Director of Brand Education, for Patron Tequila, the number one ultra premium tequila in the world, Chris Spake will join us.

Listen to Chris Spake at 30:35 minutes into the show.

 View Patrón Reposado recipes

View Silver Patrón recipes

View Anejo Patrón recipes.

View Patrón Citronage Recipes

Incredible unique beers from a bold little northern brewery.
Finally, we’ll top off the show chatting with a local brewery located in the highlands of Ontario, about their specialty beers, one of which is aged in old tequila barrels, and we’ll also hear all about the very exciting crowd funding venture they are doing and how you can be a part of the craft beer biz! Dwayne Wanner, the Founder of Highlander Brew Co. will join us.
Highlander has expanded its line with the addition of Blacksmith Smoked Porter, Lion Grass and Centurion, as well as a number of seasonal and collaboration beers.

Go to the New Brewery age for details, and please visit our Indiegogo Campaign Page to become a part of this exciting project!

Whether you contribute to our campaign or not – and we hope you will – there other ways to help out:
• Help spread the word about Highlander Brew Co. and our campaign.
• Buy our current beer offerings at your local Ontario LCBO, or at your Beer Store in the GTA.
• Visit us at the brewery or one of our many events throughout the year.

The Four Special Beers We are Making for You

These four unique beers in special 750ml bottles are our special thank you.

An Evening with Luca Speri – Alioli Ristorante – The Wine Ladies – May 13th, 2015

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Luca Speri will lead us through a tasting of four of the Speri Viticoltori

Luca Speri will lead us through a tasting of four of the Speri Viticoltori

Join us May 13th for an exquisite evening of spectacular cuisine, incredible wines and an amazing night at the fabulous Alioli Ristorante  in Mississauga,Ontario.


To RSVP: Please call Alioli Ristorante and tell them The Wine Ladies sent you. Space is limited.Tickets $125.00 each.Taxes and gratuities extra.
(905) 281-1122

Alioli Ristorante  in Mississauga,Ontario

Alioli Ristorante  in Mississauga,Ontario

Since 1996, your hosts Massimo,Gianni, Alireza and their friendly professional staff have been welcoming guests and serving contemporary Italian cuisine set in an elegant, yet understated dining area.May 13th will be a vinous and culinary adventure to remember as they welcome Luca Speri of Speri Viticoltori of Valpolicella.With over 100 years of meticulous attention to the vineyards, Speri’s wine exhibits great flair its own unique and unmistakable style.

Luca Speri will lead us through a tasting of four of the Speri Viticoltori

Fabulous Finds For Foodies

Fabulous Finds For Foodies

 Alioli Ristorante this month’s The Wine Ladies Fabulous Finds For Foodies.

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