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Laura and a representative from California, affectionately known as Pooch, were on the Liquid Lunch show on October 20, 2011. Watch it here: http://blip.tv/thatchannel/liquid-lunch-2011-10o-20-ml-laura-higgins-gm-pucilowski-amy-marcus-jana-webb-brian-carson-5662789 Tyler Philip’s review of the veedha DOC Douro Red “Here is a nice Douro table wine to try: 2008 Veedha DOC Douro Red – $12.95 Light to medium body showing raspberry, cassis and hints of cherry on the nose with clean racy acidity and a good fruit core across the palate. A very versatile wine to pair with pizza, burgers, or anything else that makes your taste buds tingle. Enjoy!” To read more from Tyler Philp visit his blog at http://northof9finewine.blogspot.com/ Friday, October 21, 2011Sogevinus 2008 Veedha Douro Red (Portugal)So far I have talked many people into buying this wine by just word of mouth alone, so now it is time to tell it to the rest of the world – I drank a bottle myself to much fanfare in my mouth. I first tried this wine a week or so ago at the wines of Douro tasting, a tasting that encompassed mostly Ports but with a few interesting table wines along the way. I tried this one and loved it, especially when I heard the price was a mere $12.95 – which I soon found out was on the high end of the Portugal wine pricing on the LCBO’s General List … but I found it to be more than worth it. The nose is blackberry and raspberry with some vanilla, plum and black cherry notes also to be found throughout the evening. The nose doesn’t lie, as the palate is also filled with all that nice fruit flavour; it’s fresh and smooth with just enough tannins to keep things interesting, there’s also a lovely bit of spice on the tongue to be found on the finish. Within an hour in the glass this wine was smooth and easy drinking pulling out dark fruits, namely plum and black cherry, with hints of cocoa that make it even more enjoyable in the second hour than the first (which was tasty to begin with). Sure it ticks the high end of Portuguese wines, but I still find this to be one of the best values on the Portugal wine shelves at this moment.
To visit Michael Pinkus’ blog, please visit http://michaelpinkusgg.blogspot.com
Amethyst will be pouring at the Whisky Live event, happening at the Metro Convention Centre on November 4. Whisky Live showcases the finest whiskies from around the world, along with their producers and suppliers. It’s a wonderful opportunity to sample new and rare products. Amethyst will be pouring four products for this show:
Mingle your senses with fine whisky, fine food and fun people! To book your ticket please go here: http://www.whiskylive.com/canada/35/toronto-2011
Join us at the Gourmet Wine and Food Festival, November 14-17, 2011 at the Metro Convention Centre! We will be pouring
Get your tickets NOW!! We have many tastings set-up for the month of August and September all across the GTA! We are sampling the Chase Elderflower Liqueur and Rodrigues Sweet Blueberry Wine. Check for a tasting near you! August 19 from 4-8pm in Ancaster at 737 Golf Links Road August 19 from 4-8pm in Toronto at 147 Laird Ave August 20 from 11:30-3:30pm in Scarborough at 2356 Kennedy Rd August 27 from 4-8pm in Toronto at 2 Cooper Street September 2 from 4-8pm in Toronto at 232 Dupont Street September 3 from 11:30-3:30pm in Toronto at 2625 Weston Road September 3 from 4-8m in Oakville at 270 North Service Road September 9 from 4-8pm in Toronto at 85 Hanna Avenue September 9 from 4-8pm in Oakville at 251 Oak Walk Drive September 10 from 11:30-3:30pm in Scarborough at 785 Milner Road Come out, try a sample and buy some Rodrigues Blueberry Wine, perfect for Sangrias, or the Chase Elderflower Liqueur, wonderful in any cocktail! Classic cocktails made fabulous using Chase Elderflower Liqueur, a liqueur created with the recently-awarded Best Vodka in the World, Chase Potato Vodka! Please remember to always drink responsibly. Elderflower Martini: 2 shots Chase Potato Vodka 1 shot Chase Elderflower Liqueur 1/2 shot Dry Vermouth Shake all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass. Garnish with a funky lime zest twist! Elderflower Mojito Take a break from the summer’s heat with this delicious rendition of the mojito. 12 Fresh Mint Leaves 2 shots Premium Rum 1 shot Chase Elderflower Liqueur 1 shot Freshly squeezed lime juice Muddle the mint in the base of a glass, just enough to bruise and release the scent and flavour. Add other ingredients and fill glass half-full with crushed ice. Churn. Fill glass to brim with more crushed ice and continue churning. Garnish with a mint sprig and sip out of your favourite swirly-straw in your favourite summer spot. Elderflower Cosmo Sip this tropical favourite with your closest friends and let your mind and conversation take you away. 1 1/2 shot Chase Potato Vodka 1 shot Chase Elderflower Liqueur 1/2 shot fresh pressed pineapple juice 1/4 shot freshly squeezed lime juice Shake all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass. Garnish with a lime zest twist. Elderflower Daiquiri 2 shots Premium Rum 1 shot Chase Elderflower Liqueur 1/2 shot freshly squeezed lime juice Shake all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass. Garnish with lime wedge on rim. Sip on your favourite patio under an umbrella. Cheers!! Dean Tudor was at the New Zealand Wine Fair in Toronto on May 12 and passed by our booth to taste our wines. 3 1/2 stars go to the Southbank Estate Pinot Noir Marlborough 2008 – $19.95 LCBO #203109, Vintages 3 1/2 stars goes to the Summerhouse Sauvingon Blanc Marlborough 2009 – $19.95 LCBO# 218305, Vintages Congratulations on such high ratings! Three and a half stars equals a rating of 88-90 in pricing and quality.
Amethyst Wine Agency Inc. is traveling to Chicago this weekend to meet with wineries and winemakers across Europe! This will give us the opportunity to find new suppliers to work with and have a first-hand tasting from the producers, themselves! A wonderful opportunity and Amethyst Wine Agency Inc. is looking forward to the occasion. |
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