“Primus the Blend 2018” is a Chilean Wine available at the Liquor Control Board of Ontario for $19.95. On the nose a certain degree of lightness. Nothing too concentrated or heavy despite the fact there is a majority of Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenére with Syrah, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Notes of fresh cherry, raspberry,Continue reading “RKS Wine: Affordables Under $20: “Primus The Blend” at $19.95 CDN”
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RKS Wines: Portugal’s Douro Seldom Disappoints
Although you may have had some familiarity with the wines of the Douro I am guessing most of that is with red wines including Ports. But the white wines of the Douro and that includes Ports are lesser known. That is a bit of a shame as the whites can grow on you. Part ofContinue reading “RKS Wines: Portugal’s Douro Seldom Disappoints”
RKS Wines: The Penniless Pensioner is Back in Town and Cleared of Tax Evasion! His Attempt to Rebuild a Wine Cellar
Dear readers the Penniless Pensioner has been cleared of all tax evasion suspicion by the Canada Revenue Agency. It was all just a horrible mistake the CRA said and failed to apologize despite the fact PP spent two weeks in a Roman prison (awaiting extradition to Canada) where he became somewhat renowned for learning howContinue reading “RKS Wines: The Penniless Pensioner is Back in Town and Cleared of Tax Evasion! His Attempt to Rebuild a Wine Cellar”
Niagara-on-the Lake “Taste the Season”
October 14, 2021 Wineries of Niagara-on-the-Lake Celebrate the season’s bounty with exceptional VQA wines and Holiday-inspired food pairings experiences at each of our member wineries during ‘Taste the Season’ NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE, ON- Wineries of Niagara on-the-Lake is ready to welcome back VQA wine lovers to safely taste exceptional wines paired with seasonal culinary offerings. During theContinue reading “Niagara-on-the Lake “Taste the Season””
RKS Wines: Peller Estates 2018 Meritage
While in Niagara-on-the-Lake last week I tried a Peller Estates 2019 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. Ontario Cabernet Sauvignon limps rather badly except perhaps those from Lake Erie North Shore. The Peller Cabernet Sauvignon was virtually lifeless and lacking character. I suppose you can say this proves my point. Now how about the Peller Estates 2018Continue reading “RKS Wines: Peller Estates 2018 Meritage”
RKS Wine: Are Margaret River Wines from Western Australia Lighter?
I remember clearly one of my early wine instructors waxed about how much lighter the wines of the Margaret River in Western Australia were in comparison to those of McLaren Vale and Barossa. But he was also the guy that said any wine goes with turkey on the assumption that the diners were pickled byContinue reading “RKS Wine: Are Margaret River Wines from Western Australia Lighter?”
RKS Wine: Big n Bold Cabernet Sauvignon from McLaren Vale
So many wine consumers love Australian Shiraz but shouldn’t forget Australian Cabernet Sauvignon which can range in intensity from Western Australia to South Australia. Perhaps the most intense Cabernet Sauvignons are from McLaren Vale. Unfortunately, here in Ontario great Cabernet Sauvignons are rare. So many Canadians are drawn to the allure of Californian Cabernet SauvignonsContinue reading “RKS Wine: Big n Bold Cabernet Sauvignon from McLaren Vale”
RKS Wine :Nothing Dainty About McLaren Vale Reds But Can They Be Elegant?
Some wine drinkers love a big Australian Red and as I say almost every wine has a time and place! I would prefer a hearty red with a rich mushroom based vegetarian dish or with grilled beef. But I certainly wouldn’t want it with fish as it will end up tasting tinny. On the otherContinue reading “RKS Wine :Nothing Dainty About McLaren Vale Reds But Can They Be Elegant?”
RKS Wine: The Pandora’s Box Exposes the Penniless Pensioner as a Possible Tax Fraudster!
Dear readers you might want to say the Penniless Pensioner has traveled from bad to worse. His seemingly inevitable break up with his fiancé Celine Serpent and blockbuster news today about his naming in the Pandora’s Box leak by certain media outlets of alleged offshore tax cheaters. I just knew these Panamanian bank accounts ofContinue reading “RKS Wine: The Pandora’s Box Exposes the Penniless Pensioner as a Possible Tax Fraudster!”
RKS Wine: Paul Mas: Can He Deliver Yet Again?
At $13.95 one can be surprised and delighted at least by the Paul Mas Viognier we recently tried. Can he deliver with a Rousanne? It has a pale gold colour. On the nose a solid blast of peach, apricot, pineapple and honey. On the palate there is a certain grittiness and traction. This is noContinue reading “RKS Wine: Paul Mas: Can He Deliver Yet Again?”
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