$17.95 – Bar Dog Cabernet Sauvignon

What Carolyn Evans Hammond says in the Toronto Star Nov. 30, 2019: This classic ripples with aromas and flavours of poached black berries, melted dark chocolate and crème brulee that taper to a silky, long finish. What do I think:  It’s a bossy dog that is a perfect...

$24.95 – Vina Herminia Reserva 2012, Rioja

Yup a 2012 Tempranillo Blend for only 25 bucks!!! What the Experts say:  Expect big red fruit flavours with oaky shading and pour with your favourite barbecued meats. What do I think:  A very solid, full bodied wine that is predominately Tempranillo – think of it as a...

$17.95 – Gnarly Head Old Vine Zinfandel

Gnarly, well maybe only if you drink too much and that would not be too difficult to do!  Every time I try another Zinfandel it makes me want to try more!  Love the name and can’t wait to try the Pinot Noir and the Chardonnay. What the Experts say: Dry, sourced from...

$26.95 – Zenato Ripassa Valpoicella Superiore 2015

I have never met a Ripasso that I did not like and that goes for the Ripassa in this case!  Might be the female version and similar in style to my favorite red – Amarone! What the Experts say: Ripasso wines are fondly referred to as ‘baby Amarone’ by some. Zenato’s...

$22.95 – Trius RED The Icon 2016

Some Canadian content for ya! A wine that I had bought for years when I was younger and maybe did not know any better!  Thought I would revisit. What the Experts say:  A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot aged in Oak Barrels for a year.  Rich round...