Three Chiantis (And No “Silence of the Lambs” Food Pairings, Please)
A few Chiantis are included in today’s reviews—all reminders that this is not a red wine meant for sipping on its own. And while Dr....
WHAT’S IN THE BOX? A gift set and another Italian connection new at the LCBO
Chianti isn’t for everyone. With a traditionally tannic (thanks in part to lots of oak aging), earthy and rustic nature, it tends not to be...
Now That’s What I Call a Food & Wine Pairing!
If you’re trying to support a wineries that give back to the community, Sonoma-based dough Wines has earned a spot on the menu. Dough was...
Trains, Drains and a $1,000 Wine
On Sunday morning, Sept. 18, I had the chance to sit down with Neil Hadley, the general manager heading up the global export team at...
40 Great LCBO Wines for Under $20
We all want to drink wines with 90+ scores. We just don’t want to have to pay through the nose for the privilege, nor do...
Not All Wineries Believe in Corks
I’ve written on the cork-taint subject before—that contamination of wine (usually involving a musty, wet-newspaper sort of smell) that’s typically the result of the chemical...
The Museum-Worthy Wines of Lungarotti
Wine is always better with a story—ideally directly from the source. While that’s obviously best done in person (a wine never seems to taste better...
Looking South for Sauv Blanc and a Robust Red
Do you love New Zealand sauvignon blanc? Well, you’ve been sorta screwed of late then. Increasing demand, supply chain issues and a 2021 harvest where...
Uncovering Five Great Wines Under $20
I’m still a couple months out from posting The Lush Life’s annual best-value list, but all five of today’s reviews—ranging from $13.95 to $19.95—are serious...
What Wines Pair With Valentine’s Day?
Well, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and a whole bunch of us are going to share loving sentiments with the ones we hold...
