Category Archives: Wine Tasting Notes

Tasting and loving the wines of Lombardy

Posted on July 16, 2014 by Lorie O'Sullivan

Last week I had the opportunity to taste some amazing sparkling, white, roses and red wines from this fabulous region. Here are some of the highlights. Quaquarini Francesco Starting with the very refreshing Pinot Nero Brut, I then tasted the … Continue reading →

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Holiday Picks from December 8th Vintages release

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Lorie O'Sullivan

For the Rich Uncle: 2007 Darioush “Duel” Napa Valley $48.95 This is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz bursting with ripe, black Napa fruit that will be sure to impress! For the Wine Geek: 2010 Schloss Schonborn Hattenheimer Pfaffenberg … Continue reading →

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Lorie’s Vintages Picks for September 15, 2012

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Lorie O'Sullivan

Lots of great wines this week and I was able to taste all of my recommendations, so, get your Vintages Catalogue and let’s start shopping! White Wine Ontario Pick

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Lorie’s Vintages Picks for June 9, 2012

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Lorie O'Sullivan

I recently tasted these amazing wines at the LCBO, so, get your Vintages catalog and let’s start shopping! All wines will be available for purchase in Vintages on Saturday, June 9. White Wine Chardonnay Pick

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Lorie’s Vintages Picks for April 14, 2012

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Lorie O'Sullivan

All of my picks are from the LCBO Vintages magazine for the release date of Saturday, April 14. If you have a magazine already, feel free to make notes, just like I do. Unfortunately this month I did not have … Continue reading →

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Lorie’s LCBO Vintages Picks for March 3, 2012

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Lorie O'Sullivan

All of my picks are from the LCBO Vintages magazine for the release date of Saturday, March 2. If you have a magazine already, feel free to make notes, just like I do. White Wine Picks

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Lorie’s LCBO Vintages Picks for February 18, 2012

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Lorie O'Sullivan

All of my picks are from the LCBO Vintages magazine for the release date of Saturday, February 18. If you have a magazine already, feel free to make notes, just like I do. My Sparking Pick

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Top 5 Reasons to Drink Wines from Washington State

Posted on April 29, 2010 by Lorie O'Sullivan
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The Stockyards Pulled Pork Sandwich and Oregon Pinot Noir

Posted on July 6, 2009 by Lorie O'Sullivan

Since having recently come back from the Willamette Valley in Oregon, I have had hankering for Oregon Pinot Noir.  But what would I pair with it?   I’ve been craving a really good pulled pork sandwich and decided to try The … Continue reading →

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It’s Father’s Day: Which Wine Should I Buy For My Dad?

Posted on June 15, 2009 by Lorie O'Sullivan

The annual dilemma if you have the Dad or Father-In-Law that has everything (like most of do).   Beside from taking your Dad to the movies to see The Hangover for great Father and Son bonding, here are some wine suggestions … Continue reading →

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