Well, after starting this blog it seems that content is a necessary evil! I apologize for not providing more thoughts, but "procrastination" is my first, middle, and last name it appears!
I have added 2 new sections that you will see to the left. I had intended to list my top 5 Ontario wines, and did so, but then realised they were all Reds! Obviously I drink more red wine than white, but I do appreciate many whites that I try during my travels. With this in mind I have made a slight alteration to my ratings system. My decision was to have a favourite REDS section, and add my Top 5 Non-REDS.
In the Non-Reds section I have included an ice wine, which just happens to be my favourite, along with a Chardonnay, Riesling, Gerwurtztraminer and a Chenin Blanc. The list will change as time goes on, but at this time I find that these are my favourite Ontario wines.
In looking back at both lists, I also find that many are NOT available at your local LCBO. The reason being, these wines are either produced by smaller wineries and their volume is too small for the LCBO to carry. Personally, my visits to the wineries now consists of tasting ONLY non-LCBO available wines. May seem a bit snobbish, but over time I find that these are the better wines being produced. With this in mind it also makes them harder to obtain since you can't just head off to the local LCBO to grab a bottle when needed. While many offer inexpensive shipping, usually with a minimum order, it can still prove inconvenient to enjoy your favourite bottle. Then there is the case where a winery does not ship, and they produce one of your favourites. In an instance such as this call and see if they will deliver when they are in your area. Some times you can get lucky and they will actually deliver to you when they are shipping a big order.
About Me
- Wine Guy
- Stumbling through the later stages of life, wine has become an addictive hobby, and Ontario wines my passion. After travelling to many of the wineries across Ontario I found that there were few, if any, references to them and what each had to offer. I hope this site will allow you the opportunity to read about the wine producers of Ontario and maybe get you to visit them. There are some very good wines out there, along with some very not so good wines. Finding those good and even great wines make the distances travelled well worth it. I've experienced many of these wineries and will try to provide you with what makes each special. Enjoy! Other than this latest hobby I also enjoy : playing Poker, gardening, and travelling.
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