Day of dead Mexico

Celebrate Dias de los Muertos with #1 Tequila Jose Cuervo.

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Celebrate Day of the Dead, Dia de los Muertos Nov 2nd with the world’s #1 Tequila, Jose Cuervo!

“The Mexican has no qualms about getting up close and personal with death, noting that he “…chases after it, mocks it, courts it, hugs it, sleeps with it; it is his favorite plaything and his most lasting love.”

On this week’s audio podcast…
It‘s Tequila time with Jose Cuervo!
Plus new delicious chocolate infused spirits and beer in time for the 5th Annual Luxury Chocolate Show.

Episode 36

Today we shift gears away from the grape vine and delve into the illustrious blue agave plant. To the number one selling tequila in the world, Jose Cuervo! Jonny Gray the Brand Ambassador for Jose Cuervo Tequila will fill us in on Jose Cuervo. As well as some of the myths and truisms surrounding Mexico’s signature spirit
The 5th Annual Luxury Chocolate Show is coming up in Toronto November 8th. With everything you can possibly imagine under one roof all having to do with chocolate. What is striking is how big this event has become. A true testament to the growing love and fascination with the beloved coco bean. And NOT only in Toronto. There are many events and festivals that go on now around the world all celebrating the ubiquity of chocolate, and the many ways it is being incorporated into our daily diets.

It’s Tequila time with the #1 selling Tequila, Jose Cuervo!

We welcome our first guest to the show, Jonny Gray the Brand Ambassador for Jose Cuervo Tequila. Jonny will share a little bit of the Jose Cuervo history, the tie with Spanish royalty, how Tequila is made as well as some great cocktail recipes.

Listen to Jonny Gray at 6:57 minutes in the show.

We had the opportunity to take an all too brief 4 day visit to Mexico, Playa del Carmen. On one particular evening we met up with a bartender who was a tequilier, or tequila specialist. He proceeded to share with us his great fascination and love of Jose Cuervo tequila. The first tequila producer in the world dating back to 1758.
We loved the story, the tequila and the cocktails so we thought we would share all of that with you. We  invite you to read the entire story The Magic of Mexico… on the Mayan Riviera featuring Jose Cuervo Tequila in Power Boating Canada.

Cloudline Willamette Valley Pinot Gris 2013, Georgia’s Wine Pick.

Kaiken Ultra Malbec 2012

Kaiken Ultra Malbec 2012, Georgia’s Wine Pick.

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Kaiken Ultra Malbec 2012

Kaiken Ultra Malbec 2012

Georgia's Wine Pick

Georgia’s Wine Pick

I really enjoyed this Malbec from Argentina, naturally, the signature grape for this region. It was full bodied, with a really seductive aroma of ripe berries, black cherry, hint of chocolate. Very promising! Delivered big flavours, rich and velvety with a touch of vanilla. Elegant and with a long finish.

Kaiken Ultra Malbec 2012

Kaiken Ultra Malbec 2012

Vintages 50849 in our market $19.95

Kaiken Ultra Malbec 2012

VINTAGES#: 50849

Listen to my wine review at 5:40 minutes into the show!

On this week’s radio show… Bonterra Organic Wines, Celebrity Chef Brad Long,the raw food diet and whats new in climate change.

Last month we had the opportunity to experience a fabulous Organic wine and food pairing dinner last month hosted by Bonterra Organic Vineyards, Evergreen Brick Works and Café Belong. What made this such an extraordinary evening was each of these three’s huge commitment to our environment.
A pure, ethical and sustainable dinner was presented and it so impressed us that we really wanted to share our experience with you and what biodynamic farming has on our environment, it truly is remarkable!

Episode 37 

Eradus Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Susanne’s Wine Pick.

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Recently while strolling through our local liquor store  I come upon this Sauvignon Blanc with multiple AWARDS decorating the bottle.Hmm… impressive… so I pick up a bottle, go home and sample and then pick up another and another. I really love Sauvignon  Blanc.The wine is from Marlborough, New Zealand, it’s a Sauvignon Blanc 2014.The Eradus Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2014 for $18.95 is my wine pick.

Susanne'sWine Pick

Susanne’s Wine Pick

A beautiful nose with tropical fruit, and floral notes…really elegant, zesty and mouth watering. Really good I think to myself! 90 plus points by the Wine Enthusiast 2006 – 2010 and 2013.

Try it! You’ll like it!

Listen to my wine review at 4:23 minutes into the show!

On this week’s radio show… Bonterra Organic Wines, Celebrity Chef Brad Long,the raw food diet and whats new in climate change.

Last month we had the opportunity to experience a fabulous Organic wine and food pairing dinner last month hosted by Bonterra Organic Vineyards, Evergreen Brick Works and Café Belong. What made this such an extraordinary evening was each of these three’s huge commitment to our environment.
A pure, ethical and sustainable dinner was presented and it so impressed us that we really wanted to share our experience with you and what biodynamic farming has on our environment, it truly is remarkable!

Episode 37 

Youngs Double Chocolate Stout

If you love beer & chocolate you will love Youngs Double Chocolate Stout Beer.

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Youngs Double Chocolate Stout

Youngs Double Chocolate Stout

Up next,we turn our attention to a very special beer. This multi award winning beer hails from the UK, from a family owned brewery founded in 1876. Generation after generation bringing the beer lover distinctive beers and incorporating innovation and exciting new flavours. Including our featured beer here today, Young’s Double Chocolate Stout! Decadent and delicious, brewed by the Wells and Young Brewing Company, of Charles Wells Ltd.

Joining us to talk Young’s Double Chocolate Stout, and fill us in on the heritage, fascinating history and the scope of Charles Wells Ltd., a tale of romance, business thriller and exotic travel, we welcome Guy Shreeves, Head of International Marketing calling in from Bedford, England.

Listen to Guy Shreeves at 36:00 minutes in the show.

On this week’s radio show…
It‘s Tequila time with Jose Cuervo!
Plus new delicious chocolate infused spirits and beer in time for the 5th Annual Luxury Chocolate Show.

Episode 36

Today we shift gears away from the grape vine and delve into the illustrious blue agave plant. To the number one selling tequila in the world, Jose Cuervo! Jonny Gray the Brand Ambassador for Jose Cuervo Tequila will fill us in on Jose Cuervo. As well as some of the myths and truisms surrounding Mexico’s signature spirit
The 5th Annual Luxury Chocolate Show is coming up in Toronto November 8th. With everything you can possibly imagine under one roof all having to do with chocolate. What is striking is how big this event has become. A true testament to the growing love and fascination with the beloved coco bean. And NOT only in Toronto. There are many events and festivals that go on now around the world all celebrating the ubiquity of chocolate, and the many ways it is being incorporated into our daily diets.

 

360 Double Chocolate Vodka

360 Double Chocolate Vodka the planets,first eco-friendly vodka.

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360 Double Chocolate Vodka

360 Double Chocolate Vodka

We are always on the look out for something new and exciting! We recently discovered an absolutely decadent, delicious spirit. As lovers of anything having to do with the coco bean, this vodka, the 360 Double Chocolate Vodka produced by McCormick Distilling is the best! “The planets first eco-friendly vodka” is not only delish but there’s a lot going on here to feel good about and are excited to share with you.

 

McCormick Distilling, producers of 360 Vodka

And once again this year, The Wine Ladies will be hosting several chocolate and beverage tastings at the 5th Annual Luxury Chocolate Show over at Roy Thomson Hall. In preparing for the show we were recently introduced to a couple of really delicious unusual “chocolate infused” beverages. We would love to share with you including a product of a unique chocolate vodka, 360 Double Chocolate Vodka from McCormick Distilling . As well as a delectable award winning chocolate beer, Young’s Double Chocolate Stout, all paired with one of our faves, BRIX chocolate.

Join us for 3 special Wine, Spirit, Beer and Chocolate seminars Sunday, Nov 8th, 2015 at 1:00pm, 2:30pm & 4:00pm. Get your ticket on site at the show.

Next, we welcome ow to the show Patrick Fee.Patrick is with McCormick Distilling,he is the Creative and Design Manager.Here to tell us all about 360 Double Chocolate Vodka and 360 Vodka the brand.

Listen to Patrick Fee at 23:50 minutes in the show.


 

 

On this week’s audio podcast…
It‘s Tequila time with Jose Cuervo!
Plus new delicious chocolate infused spirits and beer in time for the 5th Annual Luxury Chocolate Show.

Episode 36

Today we shift gears away from the grape vine and delve into the illustrious blue agave plant. To the number one selling tequila in the world, Jose Cuervo! Jonny Gray the Brand Ambassador for Jose Cuervo Tequila will fill us in on Jose Cuervo. As well as some of the myths and truisms surrounding Mexico’s signature spirit
The 5th Annual Luxury Chocolate Show is coming up in Toronto November 8th. With everything you can possibly imagine under one roof all having to do with chocolate. What is striking is how big this event has become. A true testament to the growing love and fascination with the beloved coco bean. And NOT only in Toronto. There are many events and festivals that go on now around the world all celebrating the ubiquity of chocolate, and the many ways it is being incorporated into our daily diets.

Celebrate Dias de los Muertos with #1 Tequila Jose Cuervo.

Cloudline Willamette Valley Pinot Gris 2013

Cloudline Willamette Valley Pinot Gris 2013, Georgia’s Wine Pick.

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My wine comes from one of the Pacific Northwest regions that is Oregon. And we don’t get enough of these wines here, so when I spot one I like to pick it up and give it a try.I also am always on the search for a good Pinot Gris so this was my find. From the Burgundy house of the Drouhin family, this Pinot Gris, which sells for $19.95 was a pleaser to me. It was crisp and dry, aromatic with floral and peach notes with flavours of more peach and some lemony hints. It was perfect for what I was in the mood for, I enjoyed it very much with my famous grilled shrimp and scallops. And it was the Cloudline Willamette Valley Pinot Gris 2013. Price:$19.95

Cloudine Pinot Gris

Cloudine Pinot Gris

Listen to my wine review at 5:38 minutes into the show

On this week’s audio podcast…
It‘s Tequila time with Jose Cuervo!
Plus new delicious chocolate infused spirits and beer in time for the 5th Annual Luxury Chocolate Show.

Episode 36

Today we shift gears away from the grape vine and delve into the illustrious blue agave plant. To the number one selling tequila in the world, Jose Cuervo! Jonny Gray the Brand Ambassador for Jose Cuervo Tequila will fill us in on Jose Cuervo. As well as some of the myths and truisms surrounding Mexico’s signature spirit
The 5th Annual Luxury Chocolate Show is coming up in Toronto November 8th. With everything you can possibly imagine under one roof all having to do with chocolate. What is striking is how big this event has become. A true testament to the growing love and fascination with the beloved coco bean. And NOT only in Toronto. There are many events and festivals that go on now around the world all celebrating the ubiquity of chocolate, and the many ways it is being incorporated into our daily diets.

 

Columbia Crest Winery’

Columbia Crest H3 Horse Heaven Hills 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon, Susanne’s Wine Pick.

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Cannonball Wine Company makes a big splash with their 2012 Cannonball Merlot!

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Talking about Merlot Madness! Our next guest really makes a splash and dives right in with his line of wines appropriately called “Cannonball”. Remember when you were a kid with not a care in the world? Jumping in the pool, making a huge splash, just pure fun and enjoyment, really loving life? So that right there is the Cannonball Wine Company philosophy. Not taking themselves too seriously although serious about making great quality and super value wine, including their Sonoma County Cannonball Merlot!

On this week’s audio podcast…
October is Merlot Madness Month

EPISODE 35

Calling all Merlot wine skeptics out there and all you Merlot wine lovers alike!

Get ready for Merlot Madness! October has been officially designated #MerlotMe month in which hundreds of wineries put the spotlight on this grape varietal that may have gotten a bit of a bum wrap you might recall in the blockbuster movie Sideways!

A bum wrap indeed but do not be fooled! This supple, silky, seductive varietal, boasts playing the starring role in many iconic wines.  As one of the most revered, sought-after and expensive wines in the world, Chateau Petrus!

In today’s show we visit two wineries that make the most memorable Merlot, benchmark producer Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley and a cool coastal Merlot from super “cool”  Cannonball Wine Company.

Plus prepare to be obsessed with the most stunning stemware, 12 Obsession launching in their world wide premiere on The Wine Ladies radio show!

We welcome from Sonoma County, the Founder and CEO of Cannonball Wine Company, Yoav Gilat to the show, making his first splash in 2006, when the company was founded. When’s the last time you enjoyed a Cannonball, Cab or Merlot?

 Listen to Yoav Gilat at 18:50 minutes into the show

 

Please see all current Cannonball offerings.

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October is Merlot Madness Month, starring benchmark Merlot producer Duckhorn Vineyards of Napa Valley

Duckhorn

October is Merlot Madness Month,starring benchmark Merlot producer Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley

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October is Merlot Madness Month,starring benchmark Merlot producer Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley

October is Merlot Madness Month,starring benchmark Merlot producer Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley

Happy Halloween !!! @DuckHornWine We recommend you eat, drink, and be scary this Halloween! #MerlotMe #Halloween #scary

On this week’s audio podcast…
October is Merlot Madness Month

EPISODE 35

Calling all Merlot wine skeptics out there and all you Merlot wine lovers alike!

Get ready for Merlot Madness! October has been officially designated #MerlotMe month in which hundreds of wineries put the spotlight on this grape varietal that may have gotten a bit of a bum wrap you might recall in the blockbuster movie Sideways!

A bum wrap indeed…but do not be fooled! This supple, silky, seductive varietal, boasts playing the starring role in such iconic wines as one of the most revered, sought-after and expensive wines in the world, Chateau Petrus!

In today’s show we visit two wineries that make the most memorable Merlot, benchmark producer Duckhorn Vineyards Napa Valley and a cool coastal Merlot from super “cool”  Cannonball Wine Company.

Plus prepare to be obsessed with the most stunning stemware,12 Obsession launching in their world wide premiere on The Wine Ladies radio show!

Duckhorn does it best! It is a grape that can and does produce outstanding, delicious, coveted wines such as the one we will open up our show with today, a Merlot served at Presidents inaugurations.This Merlot is the benchmark Merlot for Napa Valley and California, and the company is Duckhorn Vineyards.

Duckhorn Vineyards is actually the initiator of this month long #MerlotMe international spotlight on the varietal, started a few years back…and we’re going to begin by welcoming Renée Ary, the winemaker at Duckhorn to fill us in on her award winning Merlots, as well as give us more info on Merlot Madness!