I have a terrible confession. I have a lot of wine set aside for a “special” occasion, and I forget what I have on my wine racks half the time. My beer fridge is in a similar state – I fully intend to write about its contents, then I forget what I have – and… Read More
The Booze Hounds finally tried a guided vineyard tour in the Beamsville Bench and Jordan Valley area, operated by Crush on Niagara Wine Tours. We’ve been a bit quiet over the last month (uncharacteristically quiet!) since we were busy getting married over the Victoria Day long weekend. To celebrate becoming Mr. & Mrs. Toronto Booze… Read More
Riesling. The queen of grapes. With its enamel-gripping acidity, Riesling can do it all. I’m always nervous when I pick up a bottle of Riesling when I don’t know the residual sugar levels. I like mine dry to bone-dry, since sweetness doesn’t hold much appeal for me. I love Niagara Rieslings for the wide range… Read More
A slight change to layout today as I discuss a Riesling we enjoyed on a nice spring evening. This particular Riesling is the 2013 variant by Cave Spring Cellars out of Niagara. We choose this wine as a nice pairing to some home-made drunk mussels. I gotta say, it worked beautifully. Cave Spring is located… Read More
It’s a good year for VQA Kosher for Passover wines. Last year, we couldn’t find any options that were local. This year, we have two vineyards making Ontario Kosher for Passover wines, and Tzafona Cellars actually has TWO products available at the LCBO. TWO. This 12% ABV Riesling prices out at a relatively modest $19.95 at… Read More