Journeying through the vines to bring you unpretentious, honest, and fun wine reviews.
7.5/10 $10.50 Marcus James Malbec (Argentina). Dark ruby red in colour. Smells acidic. Dry and medium/full bodied. Tastes very ripe and a little spicy. Even though there's a lot of body to this one, it is still fairly easy to drink. Enjoyed a glass with pasta dinner on Friday, and a few glasses at the... Continue Reading →
8.25/10 $18.95 19 Crimes Shiraz Durif (Australia). Very cool bottle! The second recommendation to me by Michelle, I sought this one out at the LCBO and lucky for me, it was the very last one left! Dark purple, almost black in colour (think, vampire tears). Smells dark, like smoky berries. Acidic with an interesting finish.... Continue Reading →
8/10 $10.95 The Little Penguin Merlot (Australia). Clear deep red in color. Cherry/leather fragrance. Just the right amount of dryness and body...I can see why it's popular as it's easy drinking and has a lively flavor. 'Easy drinking' for me, usually translates into wines that don't mention having a moderate or long 'finish'... I can't... Continue Reading →
7.5/10 $17.95 The Dreaming Tree Crush (California). Recommended to me by Michelle. Dark red in colour. Smells fruity of ripe cherry. Medium bodied and dry, but not excessively dry. Smoky/vanilla/blackberry tastes. Definitely enjoyable, drinkable, and tasty! However, I must say I've found similar quality in other cheaper wines... So for that, I dub you a... Continue Reading →
7/10 $13.95 East Dell Gamay Noir VQA (Ontario). Clear red in colour. Liquor store said that it was light bodied, but by no means does that translate into easy volume drinking... While I did enjoy the berry flavor, the acidity lingered on my tongue more than I would have liked. I would drink this alongside... Continue Reading →
7.75/10 $9.95 Copper Moon Moonlight Harvest Shiraz (Ontario). Ruby red in color. Smells acidic. Dry. Has a darker oak cherry flavour, but very easy to drink. Not a long finish at all. If you are looking for a no-frills, cheap, easy reliable red to enjoy on a pizza night (or casual eat) this one is... Continue Reading →
8/10 $13.00 Grandi Mura Salento Primitivo IGP (Italy). Dark plum colour. Sweet smelling.. Almost a hint of... Chocolate ? Mocha? Ripe blackberry taste and smooth. Dry, but not overly dry. Very enjoyable on day 1, and double the points awarded for still being enjoyable on day 3! Perfect bottle to cozy up with on a... Continue Reading →
8.5/10 $12.95 Jacobs Creek Shiraz Cabernet (Austrailia). Clear deep ruby in colour. Lively berry fragrance. Fruity subtle oak flavour, and 'mildly' dry. Smooth finish. Liquor store coined it as a "good quality wine" and I would have to agree. For the array of flavour in this red, I would have expected a longer, more dry,... Continue Reading →
8/10 $9.95 Trapiche Malbec (Argentina). Very clear, ruby in colour. Smells fruity. Easy, light and smooth. Refined cherry taste, with light acidity. Mild spicy finish. New-to-wine drinkers will be able to enjoy. I am always quick to try wines that are decorated with medals on the bottle. If the wine/winery has won multiple awards, it's... Continue Reading →
7.5/10 $14.95 McWilliams Shiraz (Austrailia). Red purple colour. Fruity cherry aroma. Prominent fresh berry flavour, not very oaky (contrary to what the bottle says). Summery taste. Lively array of flavours. Definitely can bring this to a social event and enjoy as you work your way around the room. I paired this with turkey sausage for... Continue Reading →
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