Good Canadian wine?

[cleveland]

I've been told by my doc to quit the beer. :( Anyone suggest a good Canadian wine? Red or White but not sweet .Anything but merlot,( can't stand the smell).

[davepratt]

Instead of finding a new wine, I'd find a new doctor:D

[Merlot]

I've been told by my doc to quit the beer. :( Anyone suggest a good Canadian wine? Red or White but not sweet .Anything but merlot,( can't stand the smell).

too bad, you are missing out on some good wine.:$ Quit the drink all together as it leads to high blood pressure for one.:( If you ever need a liver transplant, you can still have mine if I die in a car crash.:D

[cleveland]

somehow from your user name i have a good idea what you drink. you keep your liver,i'm sure it's quite pickled by now. lmao

[chiantibro]

...perhaps a full-bodied Italian red?
:)

[racmbs]

I've been told by my doc to quit the beer. :( Anyone suggest a good Canadian wine? Red or White but not sweet .Anything but merlot,( can't stand the smell).

Give Trius a try....

[Flog]

If you like white then try Pelee Island wines. They make a good Pinot Grigio --> http://www.peleeisland.com/cgi-bin/webc.cgi/st_prod.html?p_prodid=121&sid=A8C5AV1zf5BLCXU-02108070879.36

[Merlot]

...perhaps a full-bodied Italian red?
:)

With some fava beans and organ meat of some sort....:rofl:

[cleveland]

With some fava beans and organ meat of some sort....:rofl: sticks and stones.....

[Merlot]

sticks and stones.....

It's a reference to the film 'Silence of the lambs' ( chiantibro suggesting a full bodied red )

[davepratt]

Just curious. What does beer contain that is bad for you that wine doesn't also contain?

[Merlot]

somehow from your user name i have a good idea what you drink. you keep your liver,i'm sure it's quite pickled by now. lmao

Well, I drink many kinds of wine but I don't drink it to get loaded. Since I have been paying more attention to different wines/regions etc.. I drink far less alcohol then ever before.

Took awhile but I can actually taste some subtle differences and enjoying sipping a glass or two.

I also foundthat white wine can be just as satisfying as red. Sav.Blancs from New Zealand like the current Dog Point or the 2006 version of Kim Crawfords Sav Blanc if you can find it.

I do like some Fench old world style wines but can be very dry and dusty at times. Haven't quite aquired the taste for someof them yet.

Christian Mouiex's reasonable priced Reds are nice but if you like 'new world wines' ths may not be your thing.

As for Canadian old world style wines, Malivoire makes some great ones.

[Feherty Fan]

Alot of the small Niagara Region Winery's are quite good... best way to discover them is to head done there and do a wine tour. Some personal preferences are Angels Gate in Grimsby (they have a great Vidal and Reisling) or Reif Estate in Niagara on the lake (they have nice reds) and you can find some of their stuff in the LCBO too

Some of the larger wineries like Inniskillen (nice Reisling), Jackson Triggs or Hillebrand some have nice wines as well... Try some and enjoy...

[cdnputter]

I'll concur with racmbs, the Trius (http://www.triuswines.com/index.php) wines from Hillebrand Estates are fantastic, pricey but well worth it. They have a nice variety of reds; merlot, cab sauvignon and an excellent cab franc. Their whites are also very, very good; the unoaked chardonnay and the dry reisling are both exceptional.

Look for VQA on the wine labels, which stands for Vintners Quality Alliance. Basically it's a standard level for Canadian wine, similar to what France, Italy and Germany have for their wines.

[calberrt]

I may be a little bit biased as I worked for them last summer but there is a small winery called flat rock cellars that makes a mean pinot noir and chardonnay. They are doing some awesome stuff there and if you get a chance, you should go visit them because they have some awesome views overlooking the vineyard and lake Ontario.

Check out their site. www.flatrockcellars.com (http://www.flatrockcellars.com)

If you do go, tell Isa that Adam Calberry sent you!

[cleveland]

Thanks everyone but i don't think i'll fly from here to there for boat gas.:eek:

[Merlot]

I may be a little bit biased as I worked for them last summer but there is a small winery called flat rock cellars that makes a mean pinot noir and chardonnay. They are doing some awesome stuff there and if you get a chance, you should go visit them because they have some awesome views overlooking the vineyard and lake Ontario.

Check out their site. www.flatrockcellars.com (http://www.flatrockcellars.com)

If you do go, tell Isa that Adam Calberry sent you!

Hey, just had one of thier Pinot Noirs 2 nights ago. Usually do a little tour twice a year and will definitly stop there. It was good. Simple but nice to me.

Thirty Bench is also an excellent destination.

Just curious. What does beer contain that is bad for you that wine doesn't also contain?

Pretty sure from the start that it was a somewhat clever swipe at me but has turned into a nice sharing of favourite wines. Good cheer.

Cleveland, it's more appropriate to say bouquet rather then smell.;):)

[cdnputter]

Thanks everyone but i don't think i'll fly from here to there for boat gas.:eek:

Well, then you're just missing out! haha!

Check for the VQA label at your local liquor store, it's a good indicator that you're dealing with a reputable vintner. Start with chardonnays, reisling for whites and try cabernet sauvignon or a shiraz for reds. Chardonnays are a little lighter than reislings which can be a little more full bodied or stronger taste. With the reds, cabs are full bodied and a shiraz wine is lighter. Have a look at the back of the label for what the vintner suggests for pairing their wine with a certain food.

Not sure if you're into this, but you could also ask for help, it's not at all like asking for directions, so you're safe there. :rofl::rofl:

[luv2golow]

Trius is spectacular. Also try Strewn Estates, Reif Estates, Creekside ( makers of Mike Weir's private label ) as wells as Konzelmann's if your in the mood for nice whites. Of course, Iniskillin also makes excellent products for your consumption. There are so many excellent Ontario wines, but these are the standouts from my point of view.:D

[JEBS]

I would suggest Henry Of Pelham (They make the best Baco Noir) They also make a good Pinot and their rieslings are outstanding. Penisula Ridge for whites, Malivoire for reds. and Cave Springs make some great whites as well. Fielding estate is one of my sleepers as well as any Daniel Lenko wines. Strewn will allways please.

[Golfing in Ottawa]

Mike Weir.............although some prefer Stephen Ames...........Oops sorry wrong thread...............:rofl:

[cleveland]

Please read my post in Master thread.There is nothing wrong with me!! I love beer and can have it when I want to. The last post from my son was a private message saying more crap, but I've dealt with the problem.:mad: I'm sorry ,the post is in 'will tiger make a move".

[Merlot]

Please read my post in Master thread.There is nothing wrong with me!! I love beer and can have it when I want to. The last post from my son was a private message saying more crap, but I've dealt with the problem.:mad: I'm sorry ,the post is in 'will tiger make a move".

So what kind of beer do you drink or wine for that matter?:p

[slicendice]

I would suggest Henry Of Pelham (They make the best Baco Noir) They also make a good Pinot and their rieslings are outstanding. Penisula Ridge for whites, Malivoire for reds. and Cave Springs make some great whites as well. Fielding estate is one of my sleepers as well as any Daniel Lenko wines. Strewn will allways please.

i cracked open a bottle of the Henry of Pelham 2002 baco noir Reserve a few months ago - truly wonderful. They make some of the best around. Lots of canadian producers like this grape because it's very hardy and can take lots of temperature fluctuations, unlike a really fragile grape like pinot

if pinot is your thing, then try Flat Rock - really nice. Jordan Bench also has a bunch of new Pinot Noir producers. high end stuff that is every bit as good as the wines out of california and france.

if you have the time, for sure, drive down there, grab a wine map at the local tourist info centre and start doing some tastings. there's lots to offer - just remember that canadian wine is slightly more expensive than average, but the quality is really starting to make itself known. we're not just about ice wine anymore.

[Golden Bear]

Henry of Pelham is one of my favourites and I'd agree with the suggestions made for their wines.

Chateau des Charmes is another good winery that doesn't get as much buzz these days, but is among my favourites as well. Their Aligote is great with seafood, and they've got some nice reds -- cabernets and baco noir.

[northernpro]

B.C......Misssion Hill Chardoney....mmmmmm!

[cleveland]

B.C......Misssion Hill Chardoney....mmmmmm!Now your talking.:D

[golferboy]

Always been a fan of Pelee Island...