LOOKING FOR SOME GOOD WINES UNDER $25? WE TASTED SOME LAST NIGHT AT A TASTING HELD AT CRAIGLEITH SKI CLUB.
HERE ARE DAVID'S PICS AND RATINGS.
Chateau de Puisseguin Curat 2010 (Merlot) - $19.95 Vintages 307140 - Very Good
Domaine rodet Chateau De Mercy Gourgone Hautes Cotes de Beaune (Pinot Noir) 2009 - Vintages 714998 - $24.95 - Good
Rodney Strong Estate $24.95 - (Pinot Noir) - Vintages 954834 - Very Good
Zontes Footstep Baron von Nemisis (Shiraz)-Vintages 212936-$17.00-Very Good
Small Gully Mr. Blacks Little Book Shirz-2008 - Vintages 287979 - $17.95 - Good
Red Rock Malbec Reserve - $16.95 - LCBO 284315 - Good
Southbrook Triomphe Organic 2011 (Blush) - Vintages 279117 - $19.95 - Good
Girard Chardonnay, 2012 Vintages 276675 - $24.95 - Very Good
FOR TASTING NOTES PLEASE CONTACT US
nina@margesson.com or 705-445-4474
Sunday, January 20, 2013
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Tasting Notes for Jan. 15, 2013 California Reds
Once again a good time was had by all at the tasting last night at The Cranberry Resort!
TASTING NOTES FOR JANUARY 15, 2013
1. Mondavi Private Select Merlot - A soft, juicy wine with a hint of ripe black cherry and plum with subtle notes of spice and chocolate.
2. McManis Merlot - Aromas of ripe black cherry, blackcurrant a dry & fruity wine with a touch of acidity. Full bodied with fruity finish
3. Revolution Red - This big bold wine is blended to perfection. Ripe raspberries, plum, blackberries, spice and coffee/mocha. Big juicy flavours. It is smooth and easy to drink and you might even want to share it with friends.
4. Clos du Val Cab Sauv - Bright Cassis and spicy licorice, black olive, vanilla, blackberry and tobacco aromas. Dry, full, juicy round palate with some grainy tannins. Also notes of black cherry, light coffee, tapenade and leather flavours. Intense and lots of fruit.
5. Decoy by Duckhorn – This is the second (or #2) wine from this estate. Good quality/value relationship. Big Cassis, berry pie, butterscotch and wood smoke aromas. Decant and pair with a roast beef or leg of lamb
6. Caymus Napa Valley Cab Sauv – Supple and creamy textured with notes of mocha, ripe plum and cherry flavours. Touches of tobacco and espresso. Full bodied, elegant and very approachable. Drink now through 2018. Rated 92
7. Gnarly Head Old Vine Zin – The grapes grow out of the head of the bush (pruned this way) meaning far fewer grapes and yield. Very intense flavours. Layers of jammy blackberry, cassis and spice.
8. Gallo Frei Ranch Dry Creek Zin – Grown in gravelly to clay soils yielding a complex full bodied wine. Rich aromas and intense flavours. Black cherry, plum and ripe berry finish. Spicy notes and supple tannins with a velvety soft finish.
TASTING NOTES FOR JANUARY 15, 2013
1. Mondavi Private Select Merlot - A soft, juicy wine with a hint of ripe black cherry and plum with subtle notes of spice and chocolate.
2. McManis Merlot - Aromas of ripe black cherry, blackcurrant a dry & fruity wine with a touch of acidity. Full bodied with fruity finish
3. Revolution Red - This big bold wine is blended to perfection. Ripe raspberries, plum, blackberries, spice and coffee/mocha. Big juicy flavours. It is smooth and easy to drink and you might even want to share it with friends.
4. Clos du Val Cab Sauv - Bright Cassis and spicy licorice, black olive, vanilla, blackberry and tobacco aromas. Dry, full, juicy round palate with some grainy tannins. Also notes of black cherry, light coffee, tapenade and leather flavours. Intense and lots of fruit.
5. Decoy by Duckhorn – This is the second (or #2) wine from this estate. Good quality/value relationship. Big Cassis, berry pie, butterscotch and wood smoke aromas. Decant and pair with a roast beef or leg of lamb
6. Caymus Napa Valley Cab Sauv – Supple and creamy textured with notes of mocha, ripe plum and cherry flavours. Touches of tobacco and espresso. Full bodied, elegant and very approachable. Drink now through 2018. Rated 92
7. Gnarly Head Old Vine Zin – The grapes grow out of the head of the bush (pruned this way) meaning far fewer grapes and yield. Very intense flavours. Layers of jammy blackberry, cassis and spice.
8. Gallo Frei Ranch Dry Creek Zin – Grown in gravelly to clay soils yielding a complex full bodied wine. Rich aromas and intense flavours. Black cherry, plum and ripe berry finish. Spicy notes and supple tannins with a velvety soft finish.
Friday, January 11, 2013
ARTICLE IN THE ENTERPRISE
WINETASTERS! TAKE A LOOK AT EMILY INNES'S GREAT ARTICLE IN TODAY'S ENTERPRISE (JANUARY 11, 2013) OR CLICK THIS LINK:
http://www.theenterprisebulletin.com/2012/12/07/wine-enthusiasts-savour-the-sauvignon
http://www.theenterprisebulletin.com/2012/12/07/wine-enthusiasts-savour-the-sauvignon
Thursday, January 3, 2013
JANUARY 15, 2013
START THE NEW YEAR OFF WITH OUR TASTING CALIFORNIA REDS BEING HELD ON TUESDAY JANUARY 15, 2013 AT THE CRANBERRY RESORT.
BOOK YOUR RESERVATION WITH THE APPLICATION POSTED ON THIS SITE.
CALIFORNIA RED WINE ARE SOME ONE OF MY PERSONAL FAVOURITES. PERHAPS THEY WILL BE YOURS TOO AFTER YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH WINETASTERS OF COLLINGWOOD!!!!
BOOK YOUR RESERVATION WITH THE APPLICATION POSTED ON THIS SITE.
CALIFORNIA RED WINE ARE SOME ONE OF MY PERSONAL FAVOURITES. PERHAPS THEY WILL BE YOURS TOO AFTER YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH WINETASTERS OF COLLINGWOOD!!!!
Friday, October 26, 2012
THE MILL CAFE in Thornbury October 2012
We are always on a quest for some new and wonderful place to eat and enjoy some nice wine. Our latest discovery is The Mill Cafe in Thornbury.
I believe many of you will know this cafe HOWEVER do you know it is now under new ownership and newly managed by Dave and Linda Phillips along with Chef Nick who does a wonderful job with his terrific menu with something to please everyone's palate?
We enjoyed a delicious dinner accompanied by some wonderful wine David brought with us to enjoy at a very fair and nominal corkage of $10 per bottle. The bonus is on Wednesday nights when corkage is only $1 definitely promoting the enjoyment of wine with your meal at an affordable cost. We were also fortunate to taste their house wine and priced at $36.00 is a great addition to any meal.
Be sure to meet Dave Phillips your host who will give you a complete description of the menu and many wonderful suggestions.
We are organizing a "special" event soon at The Mill Cafe so stay tuned for more information.
Picture of David, Nina and Chef Nick. Its the best I could do on short notice with my Blackberry!
Cheers! Nina and David
I believe many of you will know this cafe HOWEVER do you know it is now under new ownership and newly managed by Dave and Linda Phillips along with Chef Nick who does a wonderful job with his terrific menu with something to please everyone's palate?
We enjoyed a delicious dinner accompanied by some wonderful wine David brought with us to enjoy at a very fair and nominal corkage of $10 per bottle. The bonus is on Wednesday nights when corkage is only $1 definitely promoting the enjoyment of wine with your meal at an affordable cost. We were also fortunate to taste their house wine and priced at $36.00 is a great addition to any meal.
Be sure to meet Dave Phillips your host who will give you a complete description of the menu and many wonderful suggestions.
We are organizing a "special" event soon at The Mill Cafe so stay tuned for more information.
Picture of David, Nina and Chef Nick. Its the best I could do on short notice with my Blackberry!
Cheers! Nina and David
Sunday, October 21, 2012
PICTURES OF FIRST TASTING
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| Set Up |
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| Nina and David Margesson |
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| Dave Labelle and Arlene Koyle |
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| Bob Ferer and Deb Keep |
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| Doug and Beth Wilson |
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| Jane Tilley and Beth Wilson |
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| Sarah May and Betty Hancey |
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| Marty Wilkinson, Kathleen MacKenzie and Steve Magill |
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
SUCCESS AND RATINGS FOR FIRST TASTING AT CRANBERRY!
Our first tasting at Cranberry Resort in Collingwood was a success! We had a sold out crowd. All enjoyed the wonderful wines chosen by David as well as the great food in Memories dining room and the company of old and new friends! David did a great job introducing Winetasters to the crowd and we had a few join up as members on the spot! Stay tuned for a list of dates for upcoming events. Please put the following link into your browser and see the pictures: http://www.mycollingwood.ca/gallery.asp
Wednesday, October 17, 2012RATINGS FOR OCTOBER 16, 2012
Tasting of Cabernet Sauvignon Held at Cranberry Resort on October 16, 2012
NOTE: Two wines were tied for 6th place.
1 Australia Victoria, Strathbogie Range - 2008 Stone Dwellers 15% - $20.95
2 Australia Margaret River,West Australia 2007 Stella Bella 14% - $24.95
3 Ontario Canada - Niagara Peninsula - 2006 Henry of Pelham Heritage 13% - $14.95
4 California Sonoma - 2010 Big House Red 13.5% - $12.95
5 Argentina Mendoza - 2010 Trapiche Reserve 14% - $11.95
6 France Pauillac, Bordeaux 1999 Carruades de Lafite 2nd Wine of Lafite Rothschild 12.5% - $299.00
6 Chile Colchagua Valley 2008 - Montes Classic Series 14% - $14.95
8 S.A. Napa Valley, Ca. 2007 Duckhorn Decoy 14.5% - $31.95
Cheers!!!
David and Nina Margesson
Wednesday, October 17, 2012RATINGS FOR OCTOBER 16, 2012
Tasting of Cabernet Sauvignon Held at Cranberry Resort on October 16, 2012
NOTE: Two wines were tied for 6th place.
1 Australia Victoria, Strathbogie Range - 2008 Stone Dwellers 15% - $20.95
2 Australia Margaret River,West Australia 2007 Stella Bella 14% - $24.95
3 Ontario Canada - Niagara Peninsula - 2006 Henry of Pelham Heritage 13% - $14.95
4 California Sonoma - 2010 Big House Red 13.5% - $12.95
5 Argentina Mendoza - 2010 Trapiche Reserve 14% - $11.95
6 France Pauillac, Bordeaux 1999 Carruades de Lafite 2nd Wine of Lafite Rothschild 12.5% - $299.00
6 Chile Colchagua Valley 2008 - Montes Classic Series 14% - $14.95
8 S.A. Napa Valley, Ca. 2007 Duckhorn Decoy 14.5% - $31.95
Cheers!!!
David and Nina Margesson
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