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OntarioNotsoNewbie

vintages mag came today! yeah some good bath tub reading :

OntarioNotsoNewbie → Canadian wine regions.: Ok so spring is here, and our thoughts turn to parties on the patio, long weekends...so let's here what you will be drinking. Pick up any good buys that you are looking forward to cracking this spring/summer?
- March 23, 2009
OntarioNotsoNewbie → Ontario Wine Region: Success! i have finally turned my die hard Australian Shiraz/Californian Cab Sauv best friend into an ontario wine drinker. She didnt believe me when i told her there were terrific Ontarios out there. the coup de grace came when she showed up at my hou... more
- February 19, 2009
OntarioNotsoNewbie → Niagara Wine Group: Interesting wine site from a guy who worked for many years with the LCBO. Has an interesting perspecitive on Ontario wineries and the LCBO. Has a page with lots of winery logos (and links) that I've never heard of.
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- October 16, 2008
OntarioNotsoNewbie → Ontario Wine Group: Interesting wine site from a guy who worked for many years with the LCBO. Has an interesting perspecitive on Ontario wineries and the LCBO. Has a page with lots of winery logos (and links) that I've never heard of.
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- October 16, 2008
OntarioNotsoNewbie → Ontario Wine Group: found yet another online web ordering company to get access to the wines not available in the LCBO--without driving to the vineyard.
http://www.winethisweek.ca/about.html
- October 16, 2008
OntarioNotsoNewbie → Ontario Wine Group: found a new way to get access to Ontario wines with out spending a fortune in gas driving to each of them
http://www.winerytohome.com/
- October 2, 2008
OntarioNotsoNewbie → Niagara Wine Group: found a new way to get access to Niagara Wines without spending a fortune in gas, driving to all of them

http://www.winerytohome.com/
- October 2, 2008
OntarioNotsoNewbie → Canadian wine regions.: seems summer is such a crazy time for us northerners. not much time to get on the pc. Busy drinking wine on the patio!
- October 2, 2008
comicshop: thanks for the friend add, Janet :-)
- January 28, 2009
OntarioNotsoNewbie Thanks Louis. If I am honest, I know nothing of fruit wine. never had it. closest I've ever come is apple cider. you will need to educate me. it's very sweet is it not?
- January 30, 2009
BlueGypsyWines: Hi Janet.

Hopefully, we'll be able to make you one of our customers when we open our doors in 2010. We'll happily ship to you ;-)

Cheers
Louis
- January 30, 2009
OntarioNotsoNewbie → saharra69: How have your "lessons" coming so far? been a busy summer for you, tasing Niagara wines?
- October 21, 2008
OntarioNotsoNewbie ok so i had a small "craft" winery in Niagara ship me 8 bottles of their wine. Palatine Hills. I discovered that i love their Reisling Traminer. Then moved into their reds, their Chardonnay. I asked for their newly RE released 2002 and 2004... more
- October 16, 2008
OntarioNotsoNewbie → jansin: Hey Jansin. i did a wine tour 2 summers ago and Konzelmann was one that I visited. The tour was my first dive into the wine world. At that time, i was die hard white, but have discovered red now. My first choice is always Canadian, Niagra wines. I... more
- October 2, 2008
OntarioNotsoNewbie they have arrived!! yeah! all 7 bottles Bernkasteler spatlasse 2005 riesling, wehlener sonnenuhr 2004 riesling, cogniglio 2000chardonnay (NZ) and chateau vray croix de gay 2003! cant wait to crack them open!
- June 13, 2008
Mark: Hello Janet, thanks for joining Must Love Wine. If you have any questions that need answering please feel free to contact me.
- April 17, 2008
OntarioNotsoNewbie I attended the wine tasting event last Thursday in Waterloo that the LCBO put on. Definitely worth the time and money. Of course, i went with the intention of just trying, not buying (my rack is full) and of course i came out buying 5 bottles!!! I can p... more
- May 13, 2008

Red Wine Reviews

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Please post your reviews for red wines here. I encourage everyone to participate in a lively discussion of their favorite red wines. Your review may be as formal or informal as you like. It would be great if you could also rate the wine on a 100 point scale.
White Wine Reviews

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Please post your reviews for white wines here. I encourage everyone to participate in a lively discussion of their favorite white wines. Your review may be as formal or informal as you like. It would be great if you could also rate the wine on a 100 point scale.
Cabernet Franc Wine

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Cabernet Franc is one of the leading varietals of red wine produced in Bordeaux, France. Cabernet Franc has a peppery aroma and fruity flavor that is more delicate than its close relative, the Cabernet Sauvignon. Depending on the place of production and the specific wine making process, Cabernet Franc may also exude aromas of tobacco, raspberry, and cassis. It has a lower tannin level and has a distinct blueberry/raspberry flavor. Cabernet Franc is usually mixed with other varietals of wine like Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. In recent times, wine producers have increasingly sold Cabernet Franc as a stand alone varietal.

Aside from the Bourdeaux region, Cabernet Franc is also produced in the Loire Valley. Other countries such as Argentina, the Balkan states, Canada, Chile, New Zealand, Romania, and South Africa also produce Cabernet Franc. Of particular interest is the ice wine made from Cabernet Franc in Canada. Ice wine is a type of dessert wine made from grapes that were frozen while still on the vine.
Riesling Wine

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Riesling is a white wine variety with its origins coming from Germany. This variety is quite ancient and may be considered as a result of Gouais Blanc and another type of vine. Today, many Germans and wine lovers from around the world continue to visit various locations and appellations that specialize in Riesling wines. This type of white wine is known for its high acidic element, resulting into a crisp flavor. A glass of Riesling may invoke fruity flavors that resemble apple, peach, grapefruit, and honey.

As Riesling wines age over the years, it is possible for the wines to develop an aroma that closely resembles the smell and taste of petroleum. However, this may be just a matter of preferences since you have to get accustomed to the taste first before truly becoming a Riesling wine lover.

If you love to know stuff about the history of this ancient grape, you can visit Bremen, Germany since its townhall has a good collection of vintage Riesling wines.
Syrah

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The Syrah is a spicy and intense purple wine that fully reflects its combined French and Middle Eastern origins. It is also called Shiraz in South Africa, Canada, and Australia. Syrah is full bodied and has a rich and chewy texture with aromas that exude of chocolates, berries, espresso, and black pepper.

Syrah is primarily produced in Australia, the Rhone Valley in France, and the US. In Australia, Syrah production is prominent in the Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, and the Clare Valley. Syrah produced from these regions are extremely full bodied and have high alcohol content.

French Syrah has a diverse character and style. Syrah produced from the Hermitage region has a tannic texture and flavor while Côte-Rôtie Syrah has a fruity and fragrant nature.

In the US, Syrah is primarily produced in California and Washington state. California Syrahs have varying character depending on the climate and environmental conditions in which the vines were grown. Syrah is often mixed with other Rhone varietals in the warmer regions of the US.

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