The Wine Baron
Wine notes and experiences from the Wine Baron. Follow my journey to near and far wine regions. Savour my dining experiences. Marvel at the new wines I discover. I'm not one to get in a rut. I constantly go for new experiences, new wines, and new acquaintances to share it all with.
Monthly Archives: January, 2010
Joseph Andert Grûner Veltliner Reserve 2007
The most fun Ive ever had in a white wine. What makes it so special? It bursts with fruity liveliness! Aromas of pear and tangerine lead to flavours of green … Continue reading
Allens Galway Chowder, Viewpointe Pinot Grigio
Warmin me knickers and every other frozen part o me body at Allens in Toronto. The Superb Galway Chowder and VQA Pinot Grigio are doing the trick. Now Im staring … Continue reading
Chateau Grand Picque-Caillou – Bordeaux Rouge, 2005 ($25) RATING: 90.
A charming Bordeaux with fruity, earthy and subtle spicy aromas. A very nice nose. A light wine with nuances of black and red berries, subtle cherries, raisins and vanilla. Many … Continue reading
Cornerstone 2008 Estate Apricot wine
Aromas of Apricot jam and delicate candied fruit. Sweet, nice acidity, and easy to enjoy. This delicate fruit wine has an elegant finish. Would pair well with white pasta or … Continue reading
Domaine Des Haut Chassis, Croze Hermitage 2007 ($18 US) RATING: 92
This affordable French wine is dark with a mature nose of clove, dusty earth, and white pepper. Its enticing flavours included red berries, cassis, tangerine, and blueberry compote with smokey … Continue reading
Hoo Roo Creek Australian Shiraz 2006 – $13.95
Not in stores. Deep red colour with big red fruit nose. Australian in character yet with considerable old world influence from the French winemaker there. More beautifully balanced and complex … Continue reading
Viewpointe 2005 Cab Merlot – $16.95
Viewpointe 2005 Cab Merlot. Hard to believe, lots still available! Not in LCBO. Available from me or from the winery (same price of course). Classic Bordeaux style. Cassis, black cherry, … Continue reading
Is Guinness as good in Canada as in Ireland?
Having been to Guinness in Ireland last year, we came back intigued about this. So we decided to test the pints this side of the pond. Read about our visit … Continue reading
Andert Gewürztraminer 2008
From: Neusiedlersee Wine Region, Austria. Light gold in appearance, with delicate aromas of rose petal and lychee. An elegant presentation of tropical fruit and pear with the perfect balance … Continue reading
Schoenbrunn Palace
Like a smaller Versailles, this is one of the most beautiful and historic palaces in Europe. Just visited it with Lisa and Ashley. Culture, history and splendor.
