by Traveling Golfer Staff | Oct 2, 2019
Someone brought over a David Hearn 2013 Limited Edition Cabernet Merlot from Rockway Vinyards in Niagara. Thankfully the LCBO does not carry this. Guessing that the only way you can be exposed is directly from the vineyard or in my case someone unknowingly brings it...
by Traveling Golfer Staff | Oct 2, 2019
What the Experts say: Ruby red colour; bright aromas of blueberries, blackberries, cherries, spice and oak; the palate is dry, full-bodied and shows more ripe berry flavours, including black currant, cherry, vanilla, with a touch of smoke on the finish. What do I...
by Traveling Golfer Staff | May 24, 2019
A fleshy, savoury stew of Grenache, Syrah and Carignan that outperforms its price as predictably as the sun rising tomorrow. Lush black cherry is complemented by notes of leather, dried herbs and subtle tannins. A great pairing for roast...
by Traveling Golfer Staff | May 24, 2019
Dense, almost inky maroon/purple. On the nose, there’s a light dusting of pepper overtop a rich, plummy, mulberry/blackberry base. The pepper is mostly gone, though, by the time it reaches your lips, at which point an earthy dark fruit assumes the reins in this nicely...
by Traveling Golfer Staff | May 24, 2019
Plump and juicy, with a 14% alcohol that complements the arrangement. A little wet forest floor, plums and currants on the nose, leading to a more fleshy red berry palate in this soft Shiraz. I recommend a slight chill to pull away some of the chocolate sweetness. Not...
