Clos du Bois Calcaire Chardonnay

Clos du Bois Calcaire Chardonnay 2012, Susanne’s Wine Pick.

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Clos du Bois Calcaire Chardonnay 2012

Clos du Bois Calcaire Chardonnay 2012

Listen to Susanne’s wine review at 5:39 minutes in the show.

I have a very rich, flavourful juicy, vibrant and delicious wine with tremendous power and delight and it is a white wine.

Clos du Bois Calcaire Chardonnay 2012 

VINTAGES#: 421941  $29.95

Susanne'sWine Pick

Susanne’s Wine Pick

 The Clos du Bois Calcaire Chardonnay 2012 was just released here in the first week in August here in our market. It won’t be around for too long. The grapes were hand harvested, whole-cluster pressed and then barrel fermented in French oak. The wine aged in the barrel “sur lie” for 9 months and then bottled. The wine is rich, juicy, full bodied, with aromas of pear, apple and notes of vanilla and oak spice. Flavours of more pear, hints of lemon and a touch of brioche with a lasting finish.

On this week’s radio show…

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Celebrating local summer bounty and bubbly and masterly crafted small batch spirits!

We are in the month of August, the middle of summer and as lovers of food, great food, wine and drink… like most everybody, one our most favorite things about the summer is all the fresh, amazing local produce we get to enjoy here in Ontario.

And so today’s show is all about celebrating our summer and our fresh, local bounty with a few knock out recipes, a very unique and special bubbly, and some local small batch masterly crafted spirits and cocktails.

Clos de Brusquieres Chateauneuf du Pape 2012, Georgia’s Wine pick.

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Pope Clement the V and Clos de Brusquieres Chateauneuf du Pape 2012

Pope Clement the V and Clos de Brusquieres Chateauneuf du Pape 2012

I am going red today and am going to the southern Rhone and heading straight to the appellation of Chateauneuf du Pape, which translates to “the new home of the Pope”. Pope Clement the V made his home there for political reasons but we’re not going to go there! But he surely loved wine! Fast forward roughly 700 years Chateauneuf du Pape is now well recognized as one of the top wine producing appellations giving us big, full bodied, spicy, peppery wines, with depth, richness and made with up to 13 grape varieties! Today’s wine is Clos de Brusquieres Chateauneuf du Pape 2012.

Georgia's Wine Pick

Georgia’s Wine Pick

VINTAGES#: 416289   $47.95 

Clos de Brusquieres Chateauneuf du Pape 2012 is my find. Intense from the nose to the palate to the finish, enticing aroma of deep cherry, red berries, a hint of floral, hmm hmm, the taste even more fulfilling with deeper flavours of cherry and berry, bit of licorice. And with a satisfying finish… please sir… may I have some more????

On this week’s radio show…

Celebrating local summer bounty and bubbly and masterly crafted small batch spirits!

We are in the month of August, the middle of summer and as lovers of food, great food, wine and drink… like most everybody, one our most favorite things about the summer is all the fresh, amazing local produce we get to enjoy here in Ontario.

And so today’s show is all about celebrating our summer and our fresh, local bounty with a few knock out recipes, a very unique and special bubbly, and some local small batch masterly crafted spirits and cocktails.

Returning radio guest #AskDrG Dr. Gary Glassman shares his Wine and Oral Helath tips on The Wine Ladies radio!

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#AskDrG

#AskDrG

And in contrast to Catena Zapata, staying in Mendoza, we’ll welcome back, a regular guest on our show Dr. Gary Glassman, #AskDrG an endodontic specialist and a proud owner of a small winery and vineyard which he co-owns with a few buddies, “The Wine Guys”. We’ll get an update from Dr. G and as always a few wine and health tips and tricks for a brighter smile.

Listen to Dr. Gary Glassman at 36:35 minutes into the show

The Wine Guys

On this week’s radio show…

South America Sizzles with Sensational Sips and Sights! Exploring Chile, Argentina and Peru!

We have a super lineup of guests this week. Our topic today Sizzling South America with their red hot wines, incredible gastronomy and the exploring of what one of our favorite Globe and Mail columnist recently called the “hippest sip of the moment”, that is Pisco.

EPISODE 29

Passion turns to Purpose, Celebrity Endodontist turned winemaker!


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World class Argentine Bodega Catena Zapata winery and Ernesto Bajda. On the week’s audio podcast.

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Bodega Catena Zapata

Bodega Catena Zapata

Chile is squeezed between the ocean and the mighty Andes mountains. This   serves the vineyards of our next featured country extremely well. That is Argentina!

Bodega Catena Zapata

Bodega Catena Zapata

Ernesto Bajda winemaker for Bodega Catena Zapata

Ernesto Bajda winemaker for Bodega Catena Zapata

Calling in from Mendoza, Ernesto Bajda winemaker for Bodega Catena Zapata. This is a winery over four generations that has been a major player in transforming and elevating the quality and profile of the wines of Argentina. An incredible story.

Listen to Ernesto Bajda at 23:30 minutes into the show

 

VINTAGES #478727-$19.95 per bottle

History of the Catena Family

“What sets Nicolás Catena Zapata apart from other top producers in the world is his unflagging dedication to researching, studying, and learning every aspect of viticulture and winemaking that could potentially improve his wines”.
Jancis Robinson

“Nicolás Catena was the true pioneer and is still the most important wine personality in Argentina. They are so forward thinking and smart as they are still at the head of quality wines in the country. Doing amazing research and never resting on their laurels”.
Luis Gutiérrez

Bodega Catena Zapata

Bodega Catena Zapata

On this week’s radio show…

South America Sizzles with Sensational Sips and Sights! Exploring Chile, Argentina and Peru!

We have a super lineup of guests this week. Our topic today Sizzling South America. With their red hot wines, incredible gastronomy and the exploring of what one of our favorite Globe and Mail columnist recently called the “hippest sip of the moment”, that is Pisco.

EPISODE 29

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Say hello to Lima Peru, hosts to the Juegos Panamericanos 2019

Bodega Catena Malbec 2012, Susanne’s Wine Pick.

Meet head winemaker Santiago Margozzini of MontGras. On this week's audio podcast.

Meet head winemaker Santiago Margozzini of MontGras. On this week’s audio podcast.

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We first begin with the long and narrow country of Chile, clinging to the continent’s western edge like a ribbon lining the Pacific Ocean. Calling in from the Colchagua Valley in Chile, we will be welcome the Head Winemaker Santiago Margozzini of MontGras. A stunning, award winning winery that we had the pleasure to visit in 2012.

MontGras Colchagua,The Wine Ladies Adventure in Chile.

On this week’s radio show…

South America Sizzles with Sensational Sips and Sights! Exploring Chile, Argentina and Peru!

We have a super lineup of guests this week. Our topic today Sizzling South America with their red hot wines, incredible gastronomy and the exploring of what one of our favorite Globe and Mail columnist recently called the “hippest sip of the moment”, that is Pisco.

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Listen to Santiago Margozzini at 8:11 minutes into the show

Montgras

Montgras

Amaral Sauvignon Blanc

Amaral Sauvignon Blanc

Ninquen Antu Chilean Mountain Vineyard Syrah 2013

Ninquen Antu Chilean Mountain Vineyard Syrah 2013

Hernan Gras Founding Partner & Winemaker

Hernan Gras Founding Partner & Winemaker

 

The Wine Ladies attend Santiago “wine making college” under the tutorship of head winemaker Santiago Margozzini while in Chile in 2013.

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Melanie Asher the woman behind the rise of Pisco and Macchu Pisco

Melanie Asher the woman behind the rise of Pisco and Macchu Pisco

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Melanie Asher the woman behind the rise of Pisco and Macchu Pisco

Melanie Asher the woman behind the rise of Pisco and Macchu Pisco

And finally over to the extraordinary country of Peru, mystical, exciting, exploding on the scene in terms of gastronomy and their “hippest drink of the moment”… Pisco an awesome clear white spirit, an unaged brandy that’s been made in Peru for over 400 years.
. Melanie Asher, the founder, proprietor and hand crafted producer of Macchu Pisco, joins us. You are going to love her, she has a great story and a stunning Pisco.

Listen to Melanie Asher at 52:00 minutes into the show

 

Scotland had Johnnie Walker, the United States had Jim Beam, France had Richard Hennessy and now Peru has Melanie Asher. The 34-year-old has probably done as much in a decade to elevate the profile of Pisco, her native country’s signature spirit, as any booze pioneer did in his time for Scotch, bourbon or Cognac.

 Melanie Asher the quintessential entrepreneur had a picture of Donald Trump inside her school locker. Handsome David Hasselhoff of the day gets trumped by “The Donald”.

On this week’s radio show…

South America Sizzles with Sensational Sips and Sights! Exploring Chile, Argentina and Peru!

We have a super lineup of guests this week. Our topic today Sizzling South America. With their red hot wines, incredible gastronomy and the exploring of what one of our favorite Globe and Mail columnist recently called the “hippest sip of the moment”, that is Pisco.

Episode 29

Hi Everyone, We are excited The Wine Ladies have just got on board with Periscope. For a behind the scenes video glimpse check us out here. We invite you to follow us!!

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

Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Susanne’s Wine Pick.

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Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc 2014

Susanne'sWine Pick

Susanne’s Wine Pick

I rediscovered a wine that was right up my alley. As a fan of Sauvignon Blanc I find myself once again gravitating to this citrus, fresh and delightful Sauvignon Blanc.  The winery is Villa Maria  New Zealand’s Most Awarded Winery.

The wine is the Villa Maria Sauvignon Blanc 2014 from Marlborough, this is a family owned winery that is known for being a leader in sustainability and great quality.I loved it, and I picked it up for $16.95, a good buy!

On this week’s radio show…

South America Sizzles with Sensational Sips and Sights! Exploring Chile, Argentina and Peru

We have a super lineup of guests this week. Our topic today Sizzling South America with their red hot wines, incredible gastronomy and the exploring of what one of our favorite Globe and Mail columnist recently called the “hippest sip of the moment”, that is Pisco.

EPISODE WL 08-09-2015

Listen to my wine review at 6:20 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.

Villa Maria Winery, New Zealand’s “Most Awarded Winery”. Meet Ollie Powrie head viticulturist on this week’s radio show.

Norman Hardie

Norman Hardie County Chardonnay Unfiltered 2013, Georgia’s Wine Pick

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I truly am a Chardonnay kind of gal. No chance of me being a member of the ABC club. Anything BUT Chardonnay especially when I get a taste of this stunning wine. My wine pick was brought to me by a good friend and fellow wine lover.
From the county, Prince Edward County, this 2013 Norman Hardie County Chardonnay Unfiltered was a knockout. What can I say… not inexpensive, but worth the $39.00 dollars.

Georgia's Wine Pick

Georgia’s Wine Pick 

The Chardonnay came from 5 different sites, all very close to the winery, with the idea of blending to create a richness, complexity from the various terroir. It reminded me of a great Burgundy but at a bargain price. So alluring on the nose, I love that toasty brioche aroma and then it had a mouth watering beautiful citrus flavor with a hint of mineral… really yummy!

Norman Hardie Unfiltered Chardonnay

Norman Hardie Unfiltered Chardonnay

Norman Hardie Winery

On this week’s radio show…

South America Sizzles with Sensational Sips and Sights! Exploring Chile, Argentina and Peru!

We have a super lineup of guests this week. Our topic today Sizzling South America. With their red hot wines, incredible gastronomy and the exploring of what one of our favorite Globe and Mail columnist recently called the “hippest sip of the moment”, that is Pisco.

Episode 29

Listen to my wine review at 4:35 minutes into the show.

Tawse Gamay Noir 2013, Susanne’s Wine Pick.

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 I’m thinking about summer entertaining too and came upon this red wine that is made with the Gamay grape. The grape of Beaujolias of course and I really enjoyed it. Gamay and Beaujolais have sort of been off my radar so this was very much a welcome surprise.

Susanne'sWine Pick

Susanne’s Wine Pick

This wine has great bright fruit of cherry, plum and hint of spice on the nose, it has vibrant acidity, and mouth filling flavours of more plum and cherry and a touch of toasted or baking spice, very satisfying, lingering finish.Quite the Gamay!

It is the Tawse Gamay Noir 2013, which sells for $18.95 at the winery Tawse Winery, located on the lower slopes of the Niagara Escarpment.

This is the 3rd year Tawse Winery is making their Gamay. The grapes are sourced from select Niagara Peninsula vineyards they are hand harvested and the wine is aged in French oak for about 8 months.Tawse Winery of course is certified biodynamic and I love that too.

This wine was released July 2015 here in our market in Vintages.

On this week’s radio show…

Summer cocktails, beers and wines…dish it up! Lindeman’s 1000 Moments Of Sunshine. Sip and Sleuth to Win – $100.00 Neal Brothers Foods tote bag filled with goodies and snacks.

We are well into the throws of summer and we hope you are all enjoying a little summer fun, whether at the cottage, on a beach or maybe on your patio or wherever you are. On today’s show we are going to share with you some spectacular summer drinks, cocktails, wines, super craft beers and snacks to help make your vaca days even that much more delicious!

Listen to Susanne’s wine review at 4:40 minutes into the radio show.

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Kacaba Vineyards

Kacaba Vineyards Jennifer’s Pinot Gris 2014, Georgia’s Wine Pick.

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Kacaba Vineyards Jennifer’s Pinot Gris 2014

Kacaba Vineyards Jennifer’s Pinot Gris 2014

We are talking today on the radio show about enjoying some wonderful summer sippers.

I have to thank Linda, a friend of ours for bringing over this bottle of wine last week which I had never had the pleasure to taste.Thank you Linda!

It’s a pretty wine,pinkish and coppery in colour although they call it a white wine, not a rosé but the hue of pink is due to the grape it is made of Pinot Gris,which otherwise is known to most as Pinot Grigio.

It is the Kacaba Vineyards Jennifer’s Pinot Gris 2014. Kacaba Vineyards and Winery located on the Niagara Escarpment Bench in Vineland. The fruit was hand harvested then permitted to cold soak for twelve hours to achieve its bronze and copper hue before undergoing a gently hole berry pressing.

I found this wine quite elegant.It was fruit forward with touches of pink grapefruit, some red fruit and had a refreshing acidity. Much more going on in the glass than a lot of Pinot Grigios out there. I really enjoyed this Pinot Gris!

Awards

SILVER MEDAL – ONTARIO WINE AWARDS 2015

Available at the winery or online at Kacaba Vineyards and Winery. $17.95 per bottle

On this week’s audio podcast…

Summer cocktails, beers and wines…dish it up! Lindeman’s 1000 moments of Sunshine.Sip and Sleuth to Win – $100.00 Neal Brothers Foods tote bag filled with goodies and snacks.

We are well into the throws of summer and we hope you are all enjoying a little summer fun, whether at the cottage, on a beach or maybe on your patio or wherever you are. On today’s show we are going to share with you some spectacular summer drinks, cocktails, wines, super craft beers and snacks to help make your vaca days even that much more delicious!

Episode 28

Listen to Georgia’s ‘s wine review at 3:00 minutes into the radio show.