Domaine Le Grand Retour Plan de Dieu 2011, Susanne’s Wine Pick.

September 15, 2014/0 Comments/in Susanne's Wine Picks, Wine/by Susanne Seelig-Mense

Domaine Le Grand Retour Plan de Dieu 2011

So I found another great bargain on the shelves this week, a French bargain from the Rhone, theDomaine Le Grand Retour Plan de Dieu 2011. The price is $13.95. It’s a new release here in Ontario our home market.

Susanne’s Wine Pick

It is from the winery Domaine Le Grand Detour and the wine is their Plan de Dieu 2011.I took it to a family get together on the weekend, and it got rave reviews!

A grenache blend, mostly Grenache at 70% with 20% Mourvedre and 10% Syrah. It is full bodied, 14.5% alcohol, with delicious mouth watering ripe juicy flavours of black berry and cherry.Give it a try!

Domaine Le Grand Retour Plan de Dieu 2011

Grenache Blend

VINTAGES#: 224592

$13.95

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Hahn Winery Pinot Noir 2012, Monterey, California, Susanne’s Wine Pick.

September 8, 2014/0 Comments/in Susanne's Wine Picks/by Susanne Seelig-Mense

Hahn Winery Pinot Noir 2012

Well I find myself in the same camp as Miles did in Sideways. He adored Pinot Noir as so do I! As you know Pinot Noir is often referred to as the heart break grape, because its so hard to grow. Just like the womanizer Jack broke Stephanie’s heart (played by Sandra Oh) in the movie. This grape can be very fickle indeed and break a winemakers heart too.

Susanne’s Wine Pick

My pick is the Hahn Winery Pinot Noir 2012. Hanh is a family owned winery out of Monterey. They’ve been making wine for over 30 years and have maintained their commitment to high quality and handcrafted wines. You can depend on Hahn!

This Pinot gives me what I like! It’s medium in body, wonderful aromas of strawberry, cherry and notes of spice. $18.95, a super buy

Hahn Pinot Noir Monterey

Pinot Noir

LCBO#: 226555 – $18.95

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Episode #5.Wine and Film

On this week’s radio show…with the Toronto International Film Festival in full swing we thought we would have a look at some of the roles that wine has played in a variety of movies and the impact that these films have had on you the consumer! Take the movie Sideways for example, the sales of Pinot Noir skyrocketed and what happened to the sales of Merlot?

They tanked…. for awhile anyways! Well we’re going to find out why because joining us on the show is Frank Ostini, the owner of the Hitching Post II Restaurant, frequented by Miles and Jack in the film Sideways, now celebrating it’s 10th anniversary.

Also joining us, one of the most influential wine critics, journalists, authors, wine TV show hosts, Jancis Robinson about the film Red Obsession, the story of wine from Bordeaux to Bejing…. An incredible story.

Also, Kathryn Kates,proprietor of Kathyrn Kates Public Relations,journalist and song writer, Kathryn currently writes a column Celebrity Dinner Date, of which we were one, or a duo, we’ll chat with Kathryn about that as well as introduce you to singer and songwriter Daniel Casavant and their new single, “Walking From The Clouds”.

And finally the Founder of the Toronto International Film Festival and now founder of another festival The Niagara Integrated Film Festival, Bill Marshall with tons of stories.

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The Role of Wine in Film, Jancis Robinson guest stars on The Wine Ladies audio podcast.

181 Merlot Lodi by Delicate Vineyards, Georgia’s Wine Pick

September 3, 2014/0 Comments/in Georgia's Wine Picks/by Susanne Seelig-Mense

181 Merlot Lodi by Delicate Vineyards

Well seeing as we’re going to be starting off today’s radio show with a wine film that took place in California. I was feeling a little badly about the lowly regarded grape Merlot in our first film today (Sideways). Therefor, I picked a California Merlot. Now I must confess I don’t usually gravitate automatically to Merlot, but I did come across one this week that I really liked. It’s owned by Delicato Vineyards in the Lodi appellation of California.

181 Merlot Lodi by Delicate Vineyards

And their tag line is “Not all vines are created equal”. The 181 refers to the vine stock which is “the most coveted vine stock in Bordeaux. So how did I like it? I truly did. It was rich and elegant. It had ripe fruity plum and cherry notes, hints of spice and great finish.Great Merlot buy for $16.95

And so although the grape was dumped on in the hit movie Sideways by Miles, we say don’t be such a snob Miles,, pick a bottle up tonight for TIFF!

Noble Vines 181 Merlot from Lodi, California

LCBO#: 226530 – $16.95

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Episode #5.Wine and Film

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Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2011, Georgia’s Wine Pick.

August 28, 2014/0 Comments/in Georgia's Wine Picks/by Susanne Seelig-Mense

Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon

We both decided to pick a wine related to the radio show today. My wine pick will pair fab-u-lously with my new found yummy burger, a lamb burger full of big flavour. My Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 from Sonoma County is a superb partner! With lots of layers of blackberry and cassis, hints of spice and good concentration. Hello heaven!

Georgia’s Wine Pick

Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

VINTAGES#: 331603

$22.95 per bottle

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Episode #3. Kendall Jackson, Sonoma, California

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Maison Roche de Bellene Montagny 1er Cru 2011 Chardonnay, Georgia’s Wine Pick.

August 22, 2014/0 Comments/in Georgia's Wine Picks/by Susanne Seelig-Mense

Maison Roche de Bellene Montagny 1er Cru 2011 Chardonnay

I recently had a dinner party and one of my guests brought a surprise wine in a paper bag. We do this sometime and we call it our mystery wine game! Upon opening the bottle it had an immediate aroma that was very alluring and sensual with spicy notes on the nose, of green apple and white peach. On the palette,it exhibited good weight, beautiful bright acidity. This subtle old world chardonnay without heavy oak, reminded me of past wines I’ve tasted from the Montrachet family of wines. The average age of the vines is 20-30 years, the grapes are hand harvested and the wine is made with native yeast. Loved it!

Georgia’s Wine Pick

Maison Roche de Bellene Montagny 1er Cru 2011 Chardonnay — VINTAGES#: 233593 – $26.95

As reviewed on The Wine Ladies weekly radio show Taking Life One Sip At A Time. Episode #2 All about Mexico.

This week The Wine Ladies take you on an excursion of everything Mexican! From the spirit of Tequila, exploring the truths and busting open the myths, why are all tequilas mescal but not all mescal tequilas? What is the best way to enjoy this drink, either neat, on the rocks or in specialty cocktails? Recipes, and tips on how to best enjoy tequila from the stemware, to chilling, to swirling! And what constitutes authentic Mexican cuisine, from the words of a native of Mexico City, you will hear about the ultra key ingredients and staples of this cuisine. So recognized is Mexican cuisine that Mexican food was recently classified an “irreplaceable cultural heritage of Humanity” by UNESCO. The stretches of stunning beaches along the Mayan Riviera, the ultra-cool town of Playa del Carmen, and the amazing beachfront condo development “The Fives” in Playa del Carmen will be explored and finally from a 5th generation Mayan learn about the mystery and history surrounding Tulum, one of the most visited ancient ruin sites in the world. Be sure to tune in!

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L.A. Cetto Petite Sirah 2011, Susanne’s Wine Pick.

August 21, 2014/0 Comments/in Susanne's Wine Picks/by Susanne Seelig-Mense

When one thinks of Mexico, often it’s about Tequila, in fact they also have a well established wine industry.Venture up to the north-western tip of Mexico to discover Baha California, with wines much like the ones sought after California’s wines with its costal region.I loved this wine wit my burger on the grill. Simply divine with its medley of fruit character – red currants to blueberries, silky, with velvety tannins, nice concentration and weight. Delish!

Susanne’s Wine Pick

L.A. Cetto Petite Sirah 2011– Valle de Guadaloupe, Baha California, Mexico Vintages: 983742 $11.95 per bottle

As reviewed on The Wine Ladies weekly radio show Taking Life One Sip At A Time. Episode #2 All about Mexico.

This week The Wine Ladies take you on an excursion of everything Mexican! From the spirit of Tequila, exploring the truths and busting open the myths, why are all tequilas mescal but not all mescal tequilas? What is the best way to enjoy this drink, either neat, on the rocks or in specialty cocktails? Recipes, and tips on how to best enjoy tequila from the stemware, to chilling, to swirling!

And what constitutes authentic Mexican cuisine, from the words of a native of Mexico City, you will hear about the ultra key ingredients and staples of this cuisine. So recognized is Mexican cuisine that Mexican food was recently classified an “irreplaceable cultural heritage of Humanity” by UNESCO. The stretches of stunning beaches along the Mayan Riviera, the ultra-cool town of Playa del Carmen, and the amazing beachfront condo development “The Fives” in Playa del Carmen will be explored and finally from a 5th generation Mayan learn about the mystery and history surrounding Tulum, one of the most visited ancient ruin sites in the world. Be sure to tune in!

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Tequila & The Fives on the Mayan Riviera! The Wine Ladies Audio Podcast.

August 21, 2014/0 Comments/in Audio Podcast, Events, Featured Products and Services, Spirits, Sponsors, The Wine Ladies Events, Travel/by Susanne Seelig-Mense

Amazing beachfront condo development The Fives in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.

This week The Wine Ladies take you on an excursion of everything Mexican!

We explore the spirit of Tequila, revealing the truths and busting open the myths! Why are all tequilas mescal but not all mescal tequilas? What is the best way to enjoy this drink, either neat, on the rocks or in specialty cocktails?

Recipes, and tips on how to best enjoy tequila. From the stemware, to chilling, to swirling! And what constitutes authentic Mexican cuisine. From the words of a native of Mexico City, you will hear about the ultra key ingredients and staples of this cuisine. So recognized is Mexican cuisine that Mexican food was recently classified an “irreplaceable cultural heritage of Humanity” by UNESCO.

The stretches of stunning beaches along the Mayan Riviera, the ultra-cool town of Playa del Carmen. The amazing beachfront condo development “The Fives” in Playa del Carmen will be explored.

And finally from a 5th generation Mayan learn about the mystery and history surrounding Tulum. One of the most visited ancient ruin sites in the world. Be sure to tune in!

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Episode #2. All About Mexico.

Congratulations to Mary who was the BIG Winner of the night an all expenses paid trip ( excluding airfare) for 2 to The Fives in Play del Carmen valued at $3500.00!!! She was so excited as were all of we! She will be joining The Wine Ladies as part of our TV show we will be filming in the Fall at The Fives! Hoorah for Mary!!!

T he Wine Ladies TV One Sip At A Time… adventures around the globe is heading to The Fives in Playa del Carmen, Mexico this October 2014.

The Wine Ladies Rev It Up With Mount Gay Rum in Barbados. PIE Magazine

August 16, 2014/0 Comments/in Food, Art, Articles, Drink, Entertainment, Fashion, Media Appearances, Spirits, The Wine Ladies Blog - Food & Wines, The Wine Ladies TV Show, Travel/by Susanne Seelig-Mense

Vina San Pedro 2012 Leyda Reserva Pinot Noir, Chile. Georgia’s Wine Pick.

July 29, 2014/0 Comments/in Georgia's Wine Picks/by Susanne Seelig-Mense

At my hacienda there seems to be loads of entertaining going on this summer. An abundance of lighter foods going on my grill. So on the hunt for a terrific value Pinot Noir. I come across the Vina San Pedro 2012 Leyda Reserva Pinot Noir from Chile.

Georgia’s Wine Pick

Coming from the Leyda Valley appellation which has quite the reputation for incredible value wines. This Pinot Noir delivers big time. On the nose bold red fruit and a hint of tobacco, while on the palate fresh berries and good acidity and gentle tannins everyone seems to love this everyday wine. All for $12.50 here locally, you can’t go wrong.

LCBO #: 358929 $12.50

As reviewed on The Wine Ladies weekly radio show Taking Life One Sip At A Time

On this show The Wine Ladies explore the country of Peru and its capital Lima, regarded as one of the gastronomic capitals of the world. From the huge bio diversity of the landscape including the coastal region, the Andean region and the Amazon comes an incredible fusion cuisine. You’ll also discover Pisco, Peru’s national drink, a grape spirit, a wonderful elixir that is made with grapes from vast, green vineyards that flourish in the heart of the arid deserts of Peru. This traditional spirit dates back hundreds of years and is the new rising star at the bar! Pisco Sour anyone? Peru a land of gastronomy, spectacular landscape, incredible people and of course Machu Picchu!

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Rebel Wine 2012 The Show Malbec, Susanne’s Wine Pick

July 29, 2014/0 Comments/in Susanne's Wine Picks/by Susanne Seelig-Mense

Rebel Wine 2012 The Show Malbec

Maybe not the most expensive Malbec.

Certainly good bang-for-your-buck wine. Rebel Wine 2012 The Show Malbec is produced by Three Thieves which is owned by Rebel Wines out of California. Despite this, The Show Malbec is made in Mendoza, Argentina home of many great Malbecs. 85% of this wine is from Lujan de Cuyo and the other 15% is from Uco Valley. This blend of fruit from high elevation vineyards in the Uco Valley and Lujan de Cuyo result in a mix of ripe fruit and savoury notes. A great match for grilled steak or game!

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Vintages: #375451 $17.95

As reviewed on The Wine Ladies weekly radio show Taking Life One Sip At A Time

On this show The Wine Ladies explore the country of Peru and its capital Lima, regarded as one of the gastronomic capitals of the world. From the huge bio diversity of the landscape including the coastal region, the Andean region and the Amazon comes an incredible fusion cuisine. You’ll also discover Pisco, Peru’s national drink, a grape spirit, a wonderful elixir that is made with grapes from vast, green vineyards that flourish in the heart of the arid deserts of Peru. This traditional spirit dates back hundreds of years and is the new rising star at the bar! Pisco Sour anyone? Peru a land of gastronomy, spectacular landscape, incredible people and of course Machu Picchu!

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