Tis The Season…. For Wine

A person can’t help but notice some of the posts on Facebook very anti-Christmas in November . Like it or not, Christmas season seems to be in full swing, even though it’s still November. So, if the early hustle and bustle has you stressed, may I suggest a few minutes of peace and quiet and a nice glass of wine. You’ll feel better, I promise. Here are a few new wines you might think of trying.

For our first wine we are going to Chile. This wonderful Bordeaux style blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot (hence the name) was a great wine at a great price, $18. If like most of us, you are watching your pennies this time of year, this is a great value if you like those Bordeaux style blends. Bordeaux style blends are big full-bodied blends that pair well with steaks, stews and other meat dishes. Wine and Spirits magazine gave it 90 Points, it’s a winner.

I’m studying for my French Wine Scholar exam which I take tomorrow. And because of this course I have discovered how much I love Riesling from Alsace . Alsace France is putting out some of the best Rieslings in the world, and I was pleasantly surprised to find one at the $20 price point. This Arthur Metz Riesling has wonderful flavors on the palate like honey and some floral notes. Super food friendly wine, it goes so well with any fish or seafood, it would be great with spicy food like Thai food, or just plain chicken.

And now for my wine of the week, a spectacular Malbec

I gave blood the other evening and the gentleman giving next to me was telling me how Malbec was his favorite wine, and it inspired me to try this one. This wine won the Silver medal at the 2016 Wine and Spirit Competition, and is a great wine for $22. Locally they gave bought in a limited quantity of this wine, so if you want to try it, I would pick some up soon. Great fruit flavour and perfect structure. I loved this wine.