Monday marks the first day of Fall this year, my favorite time of the year. Crisp fresh air, cool nights and great wine. What more could a girl want!
It’s a gorgeous day here in Halifax, the sun is shining and the temperatures are supposed to hit 23-degrees Celsius. I have some great wines to share with you to enjoy these beautiful Fall days.
First I have to tell you about a wine my friend Steve told me about.
I have yet to try this wine, but my friend Steve and his wife are regular wine drinkers and I trust their opinion. I know you can get this in Ontario, but it has yet to make an appearance here in Nova Scotia. This Spanish blend of Tempranillo and Merlot sells for $7.95 a bottle in Ontario, and they just love it. LESS THAN $8! I’m heartbroken you can’t get this wine here, but if you can find it, please share your comments below. The LCBO website says it is medium-bodied and smooth and perfect for grilled pork. Steve says he is going to bring me a bottle the next time they visit Halifax, so when he does, I’ll tell you all about it. There’s also a white for the same price.
The white Toro Bravo comes in at $7.95 as well and is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Veredejo. I know, I’m telling you about wines I haven’t tried, but we’re all friends. And I want to share these great value wines. Great wine for $8, sign me up!
Ok, on to a wine I have tried.
This limited edition label looks awesome and the Cabernet Sauvignon inside the bottle is a favourite that’s been around a while. Chile makes some incredible Cabernet Sauvignon and Casillero del Diablo has probably been doing it the longest and is owned by Concha y Toro. It’s full-bodied and flavourful and is priced ay just $20.
And now for my wine of the week,,,
I’m so excited about this wine. 1) It’s delicious and 2) It’s priced under $19. I love finding great wines, in this case a 92-Point wine, at reasonable prices. Coming from Valle Del Maipo, one of the most prestigious growing areas in Chile. This wonderful wine is elegant and has some amazing complex flavours, think vanilla- think chocolate and think rich bold fruit.
Till next week, Cheers
Darlene
Wine-It’s Just My Opinion 