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Times
2 days ago
- Times
Ireland's best bargain wines to enjoy alfresco
A summer wine's first job is to be cold and refreshing, and that means bright, zesty acidity and no heavy oak. Sauvignon blanc, riesling, albariño, gruner, some chardonnays and lots of Italian and Portuguese whites fit the bill. Oak brings weight, which is fine if you're eating richer foods or it's a chilly Irish summer day. Rohe Dillons Point Sauvignon Blanc 2024, NZ, 13.5 per cent, €12, Dunnes The best-value sauvignon blanc on the market? Probably. A top winemaker and top terroir sold at a Dunnes discount makes for stunning value. 91/100 Marotti Campi Albiano Verdicchio dei Castelli 2023 2023, Italy, 12.5 per cent, €13.95, O'Briens Verdicchio is brilliant with fish because its orchard fruit is backed up by zesty lime, making it perfect for summer. 89/100
The Province
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Province
Wine Guy: Get ready for summer with Old World whites
We pay respects to the Old World of wine with three whites, each summer ready and crisp. Photo by mactrunk / Getty Images/iStockphoto Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. To quote from the classic Whoomp! (There It Is) by the fabled Miami bass-tinged group Tag Team: 'I'm takin' it back to the Old World, 'cause I'm an old fool, who's so cool.' Admittedly, perhaps this is taking a little creative wine licence, but whether it's old school or old world, the intent remains. There's still coolness in the original ways, the OGs — yes the old school. So this week we pay respects to the old world of wine with three bottles of white, each summer ready and crisp. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Blanco La Seca 2023 Verdejo, Spain ($12.99 on sale until June 28, #313729) We start in Spain, more specifically the Rueda region bordering the Duero River northwest of Madrid. By far the most-planted grape in Rueda is Verdejo, a variety with origins in North Africa that is thought to have made its way to Spain around the 11th century. Many liken Verdejo to Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris, and while it's a simplistic take it does provide generalized bearings. Blanco La Seca is a nice, easygoing introduction to Verdejo. It offers enticing floral and orchard fruit aromas, and the mouth feel is soft and balanced. This bottle makes a friendly food-pairing partner, from white fish to mild Japanese curry. Bottom line: B, Patio and crowd friendly. Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Florensac 2023 Bleu Blanc Thau, France ($18.99, #257843) France definitely also ranks high in terms of OG, Old World wine countries (with the Old World typically referring to wines produced in Europe). The cool thing is, there's always something new to learn from the old. In this case it's a newly available wine from the south of France. A blend of Piquepoul and Terret Blanc grapes grown in the Cótes de Thau appellation, this bright white pours golden in the glass while wafting herbal and pear skin aromas. A juicy entry complemented by ample acidity finds this wine textured but fresh overall, with an engaging if simple finish. Bottom line: B+, Pair with canapés or seafood. Villa Sparina 2023 Cortese di Gavi, Italy This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. ($21.99 on sale until June 28th, #440152) No surprises, Italy is also certainly part of the Old World wine canon, and in terms of noble wine history Piedmont's Gavi brings pedigree. Gavi is the name of the regional town, Cortese is the grape used to make white Gavi, and historically the wine was long favoured by gentlefolk and aristocrats. So you can feel fancy while getting to know Gavi through Villa Sparina's bright yellow-hued, dried fruit and floral-scented, engaging bottle—which comes in an equally exciting squat bottle! Boisterous overall, there's more notes of flowers and minerals mid-palate before a zippy finish. Again, serve with seafood or a mezzo plate loaded with grilled veg. Bottom line: A-, Fun and different. The Swirl: Taste of Toscana You can keep exploring the Old World of wine by attending the upcoming Taste of Toscana dinner. Taking place from 6p.m. on Friday, July 4 at Il Centro Italian Cultural Centre (3075 Slocan St., Vancouver), the event is part of a series of dinners exploring classic Italian wine and food regions. Tickets to this multi-course dinner are $75 (plus fees), to see the complete menu and reserve a spot head to .
The Citizen
3 days ago
- General
- The Citizen
Beginner's guide to wine tasting – what you need to know
Beginner's guide to wine tasting – what you need to know Wine tastings can feel daunting. The colours, the smells, the tasting notes. If you're new to wine or simply enjoy a relaxed glass over the weekend, it's easy to get a little lost. But don't worry, that's about to change. ALSO READ: Sip, Shake, Travel – The origins of 10 famous cocktails The method 1. Read the label, your first clue We all love a pretty label, but it serves more purpose than just great design. The label gives you valuable insights into the wine before the cork even pops: The vintage: This is the year the grapes were harvested and the wine process began. For wine aficionados, the vintage hints at the quality of the growing season. For beginners, it's a great conversation starter. Ask the winemaker about the conditions that year. This is the year the grapes were harvested and the wine process began. For wine aficionados, the vintage hints at the quality of the growing season. For beginners, it's a great conversation starter. Ask the winemaker about the conditions that year. Varietal vs variety: A varietal wine is made from one grape type, like Merlot or Sauvignon Blanc. A blend includes many grape varieties, like the popular GSM (Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre). A varietal wine is made from one grape type, like Merlot or Sauvignon Blanc. A blend includes many grape varieties, like the popular GSM (Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre). Region: Knowing where the wine comes from matters. The soil, climate, and topography (or the 'terroir') shape a wine's personality. 2. Take note of the colour The colour of a wine can reveal its age, body, and grape variety. Tilt and hold your glass up in the light, or against a white surface and observe its qualities. White wines span from straw yellow to perfectly golden. Red wines range from transparent ruby to ink burgundy. 3. Swirl it! Gently swirling wine in a glass forces it to come into contact with oxygen in the air. This helps release the wine's full potential, allowing us to smell its full range of aromas and taste its complexity. Additionally, swirling coats the glass in wine. Notice, as the wine settles, the 'legs' or streaks that form on the sides of the glass. These indicate the wine's age, varietal, and in some cases, the sugar content. 4. Smell it like you mean it Now that the wine's full potential is released, give it a good sniff. The aroma will give you an idea of what your mouth is about to taste. You might pick up on fruits, citrus, spices, and oak notes. 5. Take a sip Take a small sip of the wine and let it sit on your tongue for a few seconds to coat it. Then, gently swish the wine around your mouth, noting the flavours and textures as you go. When you're ready, either swallow or spit into a spitoon; it's your call. 6. Any aftertaste? After your sip, note the wine's aftertaste, or the 'finish'. Do the flavours and textures remain, change, or disappear? Long-lasting aftertastes usually indicate higher quality and complex wines. 7. Cleanse your palate Cleanse your palate with water or a dry cracker before taking another sip of the same wine or from another bottle. Experience a second round of smelling and sipping, and note any differences. Here's some terminology to help you express your thoughts Acidity: Acids in wine help enhance the taste of wine by bringing freshness and making you salivate. Acids in wine help enhance the taste of wine by bringing freshness and making you salivate. Astringency: That drying, puckering feeling (thanks to tannins). That drying, puckering feeling (thanks to tannins). Body: The weight of the wine ranges from light, medium, and full. The weight of the wine ranges from light, medium, and full. Bold: Big, intense flavours that pack a punch. Big, intense flavours that pack a punch. Bouquet: This wine's aroma. Ranging from fruits, citrus, spices, flowers, herbs, and even freshly cut grass. This wine's aroma. Ranging from fruits, citrus, spices, flowers, herbs, and even freshly cut grass. Complexity: A layered wine with changing notes as you sip. A layered wine with changing notes as you sip. Notes: Specific flavours and notes you pick up. The flavours and complexity of wine Fruit: Berries, citrus, stone-fruit, etc Berries, citrus, stone-fruit, etc Spices: Pepper, clove, cinnamon, allspice, vanilla, etc Pepper, clove, cinnamon, allspice, vanilla, etc Oak: Adds smoky, toasty, and vanilla flavours from barrel ageing Adds smoky, toasty, and vanilla flavours from barrel ageing Acidity: Adds brightness and freshness Adds brightness and freshness Sweetness: This can range from ultra-sweet to bone-dry Tasting more than one wine? Here are a few tips to use at your next wine tasting: Start light: Whites → Reds → Sweet Less sweet wines first, dessert wines last. Ask questions, it's part of the fun! Take notes (or photos) to remember what you liked. Don't feel pressured; if you don't like a wine, move on. Spitting is totally okay (it's called pacing yourself). Wine tasting doesn't have to be intimidating. It's about exploration, enjoyment, and discovering what you love. Whether you're sipping in Stellenbosch or swirling at home, let this guide be your companion into the world of wine, one glass at a time. Article shared by Food&Home Magazine. The post Beginner's guide to wine tasting – what you need to know appeared first on Getaway Magazine.
Malaysian Reserve
5 days ago
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Classic Wines of California Expands Fine Wine Portfolio with Addition of Four Strategic Partnerships
CERES, Calif., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Casey Tedd, EVP of Classic Wines of California, announces new partnerships with four distinguished, family-owned California wine companies: Whitehall Lane Winery (St. Helena, CA), Resurrection Brands featuring McManis Family Vineyards and LangeTwins Family Winery and Vineyards (Modesto, CA), Guthrie Family Wines (Sonoma, CA), and Merriam Vineyards (Healdsburg, CA). These strategic additions reflect Classic's continued investment in expanding its fine wine portfolio and deepening its presence across the state with partners who share a commitment to quality, sustainability, and heritage. These collaborations align with Classic's strategic growth initiative, which include investing tens of millions of dollars in strengthening infrastructure, investing in talent, and curating a portfolio of exceptional brands that reflect the depth and excellence of California wine country. 'As a family-owned company deeply rooted in California for four generations, our goal is to be the most trusted, best-in-class partner for California wineries,' said Dominic Engels, CEO of Classic Wines of California. 'We are committed to serving the wine industry with operational excellence, strategic focus, and deep respect for the craft. Welcoming Whitehall Lane, Resurrection Brands, Guthrie Family Wines, and Merriam Vineyards into our portfolio is a proud moment in that mission. This is just the first of many new partnerships to come.' About the Wineries Whitehall Lane Winery, founded in 1979 and owned by the Leonardini family since 1993, farms approximately 145 estate acres in the Rutherford, St. Helena, and Oak Knoll AVAs of Napa Valley. A Napa Green certified estate, the winery is recognized for its world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. Resurrection Brands brings two multi-generational, family-owned wineries: McManis Family Vineyards and LangeTwins Family Winery and Vineyards. With a shared ethos of sustainability, innovation, and deep Central Valley farming roots, Resurrection Brands brings together two powerhouse producers dedicated to elevating the region's profile through premium wine offerings and regenerative practices. Guthrie Family Wines, founded by Blair and Caroline Guthrie, brings a modern, minimalist approach to Sonoma winemaking rooted in sustainability and transparency. Sourcing from organically and biodynamically farmed vineyards and using low-intervention techniques, Guthrie crafts crisp, clean white and chillable red wines such as Picpoul Blanc, Vermentino, Carbonic Grenache and Gamay Noir. Merriam Vineyards is a family-owned certified organic estate vineyard and winery located in Healdsburg. Situated in the Eastern Hills of the Russian River Valley, the winery is dedicated to sustainable farming, French-inspired varietals, exceptional hospitality, and environmental stewardship. With the addition of these standout producers, Classic Wines of California reinforces its role as a trusted distribution partner for family-led, premium wineries. Whitehall Lane, Resurrection Brands, Guthrie Family Wines, and Merriam Vineyards will benefit from Classic's statewide network, trade support, and marketing resources, positioning them for thoughtful, sustained growth in the fine wine market. About Classic Wines of California Classic Wines of California is a premier wine and spirits distributor dedicated to serving California's diverse retail and restaurant community. The company offers vertically integrated capabilities through its affiliation with Bivio Trucking, allowing for seamless logistics and reliable service across the state. As a family-owned company, it brings deep industry expertise, exceptional service, and an expansive portfolio of high-quality products to the marketplace. For more information, visit
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Classic Wines of California Expands Fine Wine Portfolio with Addition of Four Strategic Partnerships
CERES, Calif., June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Casey Tedd, EVP of Classic Wines of California, announces new partnerships with four distinguished, family-owned California wine companies: Whitehall Lane Winery (St. Helena, CA), Resurrection Brands featuring McManis Family Vineyards and LangeTwins Family Winery and Vineyards (Modesto, CA), Guthrie Family Wines (Sonoma, CA), and Merriam Vineyards (Healdsburg, CA). These strategic additions reflect Classic's continued investment in expanding its fine wine portfolio and deepening its presence across the state with partners who share a commitment to quality, sustainability, and heritage. These collaborations align with Classic's strategic growth initiative, which include investing tens of millions of dollars in strengthening infrastructure, investing in talent, and curating a portfolio of exceptional brands that reflect the depth and excellence of California wine country. "As a family-owned company deeply rooted in California for four generations, our goal is to be the most trusted, best-in-class partner for California wineries," said Dominic Engels, CEO of Classic Wines of California. "We are committed to serving the wine industry with operational excellence, strategic focus, and deep respect for the craft. Welcoming Whitehall Lane, Resurrection Brands, Guthrie Family Wines, and Merriam Vineyards into our portfolio is a proud moment in that mission. This is just the first of many new partnerships to come." About the Wineries Whitehall Lane Winery, founded in 1979 and owned by the Leonardini family since 1993, farms approximately 145 estate acres in the Rutherford, St. Helena, and Oak Knoll AVAs of Napa Valley. A Napa Green certified estate, the winery is recognized for its world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. Resurrection Brands brings two multi-generational, family-owned wineries: McManis Family Vineyards and LangeTwins Family Winery and Vineyards. With a shared ethos of sustainability, innovation, and deep Central Valley farming roots, Resurrection Brands brings together two powerhouse producers dedicated to elevating the region's profile through premium wine offerings and regenerative practices. Guthrie Family Wines, founded by Blair and Caroline Guthrie, brings a modern, minimalist approach to Sonoma winemaking rooted in sustainability and transparency. Sourcing from organically and biodynamically farmed vineyards and using low-intervention techniques, Guthrie crafts crisp, clean white and chillable red wines such as Picpoul Blanc, Vermentino, Carbonic Grenache and Gamay Noir. Merriam Vineyards is a family-owned certified organic estate vineyard and winery located in Healdsburg. Situated in the Eastern Hills of the Russian River Valley, the winery is dedicated to sustainable farming, French-inspired varietals, exceptional hospitality, and environmental stewardship. With the addition of these standout producers, Classic Wines of California reinforces its role as a trusted distribution partner for family-led, premium wineries. Whitehall Lane, Resurrection Brands, Guthrie Family Wines, and Merriam Vineyards will benefit from Classic's statewide network, trade support, and marketing resources, positioning them for thoughtful, sustained growth in the fine wine market. About Classic Wines of California Classic Wines of California is a premier wine and spirits distributor dedicated to serving California's diverse retail and restaurant community. The company offers vertically integrated capabilities through its affiliation with Bivio Trucking, allowing for seamless logistics and reliable service across the state. As a family-owned company, it brings deep industry expertise, exceptional service, and an expansive portfolio of high-quality products to the marketplace. For more information, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Classic Wines
