Tom Gore Chardonnay<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Tom](\"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Tom-Gore-Chardonnay-Bottle.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThis Chardonnay has intense aromas of ripe apple and pear, complemented by notes of brown spice and toasted oak. The wine has ripe fruit flavours with a smooth, creamy texture and a long, full finish. Great with a tasty roast chicken or maybe something with a creamy sauce. A great wine that you will want as a companion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grape varieties<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Chardonnay 98 %<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Sauvignon blanc 2 %<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Sugar content<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- 4 g\/L<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Available in SAQ and LCBO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- SAQ Code : 13502801<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- LCBO Code : 458810<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Stratus Vineyards Tollgate Chardonnay 2017<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Stratus](\"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Stratus-Tollgate-Chardonnay-wine.jpg\")
Stratus Tollgate Chardonnay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nStratus<\/a> is at the gates of Niagara-on-the-Lake. The grapes come from two plots in this sunny micro-climate; the approach is Burgundian and the b\u00e2tonnage of the lees brings a beautiful texture with accents of ripe apple, pear, peach, roasted nuts, almond, all carried by refreshing acidity with 5\u20137 months of aging (15% new wood). This gives a slightly buttery side with a nice texture and length in the mouth. What’s more, the vineyard is LEED certified. It will pair beautifully with smoked salmon, garlic butter lobster, or a fish in sauce\u2014and for those who don\u2019t enjoy red, why not try it with a grilled flank steak?<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Varietal: Chardonnay 100%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Available in SAQ and LCBO<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- SAQ Code: 13864051<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- LCBO Code: 644583<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Cantina Girlan Pinot Bianco Alto Adige Sudtirol 2018<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Cantina](\"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Cantina-Girlan-Pinot-Bianco-Alto-Adige-Sudtirol-wine.jpg\")
Cantina Girlan Pinot Bianco Alto Adige Sudtirol<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nIn northern Italy at an altitude of 450\u2013500 m, the Pinot Bianco from which it comes is cultivated. Delightful aromas of yellow apple, white pear, and white flowers charm the senses. Fresh almond and a suave texture\u2014thanks in part to aging on the lees\u2014offer a long finish. Splendour and fullness are apt descriptions. It will shine with a fresh or grilled shrimp salad, or with a salmon p\u00e2t\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Varietal: Pinot Bianco 100%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Available in SAQ \u2014 Code: 14039475<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Domaine de Fenouillet, Faug\u00e8res Hautes Combes 2018<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Domaine](\"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Domaine-de-Fenouillet-Faug\u00e8res-Hautes-Combes-2018-wine.jpg\")
Domaine de Fenouillet Faug\u00e8res Hautes Combes 2018<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nIt is the wild fennel surrounding the vines that inspired its name. The vineyard\u2019s altitude (300 m), schist soils, and Mediterranean climate create something luminous\u2014time almost seems to stand still. Harmony of yellow apple, pear, white flowers, beeswax, and spices, with precision and remarkable length in the mouth. A wine of high environmental value, ideal with cooked pressed cheeses, pan-seared scallops, or veal blanquette.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Varietal: Roussanne 50%, Marsanne 50%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Available in SAQ \u2014 Code: 11956850<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Wines and Spirits Volume 1 – Winter Elegance – The Reds<\/h2>\n\n\n\nZonin Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore DOC<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Valpolicella](\"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Valpolicella-Ripasso-Zonin-Bottle.jpg\")
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What a delicious wine! Perfect for winter with its freshness and moderate tannins. There are fruity notes of wild berries, woody tobacco and cherry too. An Italian wine that will certainly warm you up and will be perfect with roasted meats. Those at our Holiday Magazine Launch had the pleasure to taste it<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grape varieties<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Corvina 70 %<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Rondinella 20 %<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Molinara 10 %<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Sugar content<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- 3.8 g\/L<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Available in SAQ and LCBO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- SAQ Code : 13358992<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- LCBO Code : 170142<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Vanessa Aubert Ch\u00e2teau d’Anielle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Chateau](\"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Chateau-DAnielle-Bottle.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nFruit first in this bottle from the brand new Vignobles Aubert vineyard. A magnificent Bordeaux that is this Saint-\u00c9milion Grand Cru. Merlot easily prevails over Cabernet Franc with the fruit and flexibility of this great wine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grape varieties<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Merlot 81 %<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Cabernet franc 19 %<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Sugar content<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- 2.9 g\/L<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Available in SAQ<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- SAQ Code : 13916929<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Rosso Di Montalcino Il Poggione 2016<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Rosso](\"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Rosso-Di-Montalcino-Il-Poggione-wine.jpg\")
Rosso Di Montalcino Il Poggione<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThis Italian wine from southern Tuscany feels like a mini Brunello! A transcendent nose of cherry and cranberry, delicate woodiness (aged in large casks and barrels), balanced acidity, and warmth (14% alcohol). Caressing and long on the palate. Try it with a bistecca alla fiorentina, veal parmigiana, stuffed peppers, or any hearty dish. A short decanting is recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Varietal: Sangiovese 100%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Available in SAQ \u2014 Code: 12921974<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Mirafore Barolo 2013<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Mirafore](\"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Mirafore-Barolo-2013-wine.jpg\")
Mirafore Barolo 2013<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nA small gem from sunny Piedmont! A transcendent nose with cherry pit, wilted roses, and sweet spice aromas (nutmeg). Silky tannins after two years in oak casks. Warm (14% alcohol), deep, and long in the mouth. Perfect with black pepper steak, game in red wine, or a Munster cheese. If unavailable, try the Mirafiore Langhe 2014\u2014you won\u2019t be disappointed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n- Varietal: Nebbiolo 100%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Available in SAQ \u2014 Code: 14239469<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Domaine La Tour Vieille Collioure La Pin\u00e8de 2018<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Domaine](\"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Domaine-La-Tour-Vieille-La-Pin\u00e8de-wine.jpg\")
Domaine La Tour Vieille La Pin\u00e8de 2018<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe Collioure region, full of sun and sea breeze, offers a warm Mediterranean climate. The fruit is ripe\u2014black cherry, raisin, date\u2014with silky tannins and cocoa notes on the finish. Serve slightly chilled (around 16 \u00b0C). Pairs beautifully with rosemary mustard lamb, rabbit, or soft cheeses like brie or camembert. Speaking of the region, try the Anchovies from Collioure<\/a>, imported by our friends at Oysters & Caviar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Varietal: Grenache Noir 65%, Carignan 35%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Available in SAQ \u2014 Code: 13638513<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The Desaltera by Gentologie \u2013 The End of Winter, Perfect for Spring<\/h2>\n\n\n\nWines and Spirits Volume 1 – Winter Elegance – Champagne<\/h2>\n\n\n\nBollinger Ros\u00e9<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Bollinger](\"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Bollinger-Ros\u00e9-Bottle.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nHere is the Ros\u00e9 Champagne that James Bond, or as we called him, 007, would choose. While he always chooses the Bollinger<\/a> since a few decades. The latter offers notes of red fruits like cherry and strawberry as much on the nose as on the palate. The presence of red wine is felt among these fine bubbles. A pleasure to share whether with salmon or lobster.. even in winter it can be a delicious for a romantic or luxurious dinner. <\/p>\n\n\n\nGrape varieties<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Pinot noir 62 %<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Chardonnay 24 %<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Pinot meunier 14 %<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Sugar content<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- 9.8 g\/L<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Available in SAQ and LCBO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- SAQ Code : 10955741<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- LCBO Code : 100503<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Wines and Spirits Volume 1 – Winter Elegance – Whiskys<\/h2>\n\n\n\nBearface Canadian Whisky <\/span>Triple Oak<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Bearface](\"https:\/\/gentologie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Bearface-Whisky-Bottle.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nYou will love this distinguished Canadian whisky from British Columbia, Triple Oak<\/strong> owes its name to the meticulous aging process in American, French, and Hungarian oak barrels<\/strong>. This triple maturation imparts layers of vanilla, dry fruit, and subtle spicy notes<\/strong>, creating a whisky of remarkable depth and character. Perfect to savor neat, on the rocks with a twist of lemon, or as the refined base for a sophisticated cocktail.<\/p>\n\n\n\nAvailable in SAQ and LCBO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- SAQ Code : 13888707<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- LCBO Code : 573402<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Wines and Spirits Volume 1 – Winter Elegance – For this winter and more<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Dear gentlemen, I hope you enjoyed this very first edition of our wine and spirits selection. We will be sharing our discoveries with you on a regular basis. Stay tuned to this page<\/a> so you don’t miss a thing. <\/p>\n\n\n\nA selection originally published in Gentologie Magazine Issue 3<\/a><\/strong>! Become a member of our growing community of gentlemen by joining Le Club by Gentologie now<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
As snow and cold mix with heat, here is a selection of wines and spirits to warm you up during this winter that won’t leave!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":60580,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"apple_news_api_created_at":"","apple_news_api_id":"","apple_news_api_modified_at":"","apple_news_api_revision":"","apple_news_api_share_url":"","apple_news_cover_media_provider":"image","apple_news_coverimage":0,"apple_news_coverimage_caption":"","apple_news_cover_video_id":0,"apple_news_cover_video_url":"","apple_news_cover_embedwebvideo_url":"","apple_news_is_hidden":"","apple_news_is_paid":"","apple_news_is_preview":"","apple_news_is_sponsored":"","apple_news_maturity_rating":"","apple_news_metadata":"\"\"","apple_news_pullquote":"","apple_news_pullquote_position":"middle","apple_news_slug":"","apple_news_sections":["https:\/\/news-api.apple.com\/sections\/f8fa0cd9-384d-4da5-ac33-6dba082ff809"],"apple_news_suppress_video_url":false,"apple_news_use_image_component":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[10097,1521,11292,1541,10268,11294,1543,11277],"tags":[8278,8587,8588,9211,9205,7781,9164],"coauthors":[5548],"class_list":["post-26950","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-champagnes","category-fine-dining","category-red-wines","category-spirits","category-whisky","category-white-wines","category-wines","category-wines-and-spirits","tag-champagne-bollinger","tag-chardonnay","tag-merlot","tag-pinot-meunier","tag-pinot-noir","tag-tom-gore","tag-zonin"],"apple_news_notices":[],"yoast_head":"\n
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Grape varieties<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sugar content<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Available in SAQ and LCBO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Stratus<\/a> is at the gates of Niagara-on-the-Lake. The grapes come from two plots in this sunny micro-climate; the approach is Burgundian and the b\u00e2tonnage of the lees brings a beautiful texture with accents of ripe apple, pear, peach, roasted nuts, almond, all carried by refreshing acidity with 5\u20137 months of aging (15% new wood). This gives a slightly buttery side with a nice texture and length in the mouth. What’s more, the vineyard is LEED certified. It will pair beautifully with smoked salmon, garlic butter lobster, or a fish in sauce\u2014and for those who don\u2019t enjoy red, why not try it with a grilled flank steak?<\/p>\n\n\n\n In northern Italy at an altitude of 450\u2013500 m, the Pinot Bianco from which it comes is cultivated. Delightful aromas of yellow apple, white pear, and white flowers charm the senses. Fresh almond and a suave texture\u2014thanks in part to aging on the lees\u2014offer a long finish. Splendour and fullness are apt descriptions. It will shine with a fresh or grilled shrimp salad, or with a salmon p\u00e2t\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It is the wild fennel surrounding the vines that inspired its name. The vineyard\u2019s altitude (300 m), schist soils, and Mediterranean climate create something luminous\u2014time almost seems to stand still. Harmony of yellow apple, pear, white flowers, beeswax, and spices, with precision and remarkable length in the mouth. A wine of high environmental value, ideal with cooked pressed cheeses, pan-seared scallops, or veal blanquette.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n What a delicious wine! Perfect for winter with its freshness and moderate tannins. There are fruity notes of wild berries, woody tobacco and cherry too. An Italian wine that will certainly warm you up and will be perfect with roasted meats. Those at our Holiday Magazine Launch had the pleasure to taste it<\/p>\n\n\n\n Grape varieties<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sugar content<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Available in SAQ and LCBO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fruit first in this bottle from the brand new Vignobles Aubert vineyard. A magnificent Bordeaux that is this Saint-\u00c9milion Grand Cru. Merlot easily prevails over Cabernet Franc with the fruit and flexibility of this great wine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Grape varieties<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sugar content<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Available in SAQ<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n This Italian wine from southern Tuscany feels like a mini Brunello! A transcendent nose of cherry and cranberry, delicate woodiness (aged in large casks and barrels), balanced acidity, and warmth (14% alcohol). Caressing and long on the palate. Try it with a bistecca alla fiorentina, veal parmigiana, stuffed peppers, or any hearty dish. A short decanting is recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A small gem from sunny Piedmont! A transcendent nose with cherry pit, wilted roses, and sweet spice aromas (nutmeg). Silky tannins after two years in oak casks. Warm (14% alcohol), deep, and long in the mouth. Perfect with black pepper steak, game in red wine, or a Munster cheese. If unavailable, try the Mirafiore Langhe 2014\u2014you won\u2019t be disappointed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Collioure region, full of sun and sea breeze, offers a warm Mediterranean climate. The fruit is ripe\u2014black cherry, raisin, date\u2014with silky tannins and cocoa notes on the finish. Serve slightly chilled (around 16 \u00b0C). Pairs beautifully with rosemary mustard lamb, rabbit, or soft cheeses like brie or camembert. Speaking of the region, try the Anchovies from Collioure<\/a>, imported by our friends at Oysters & Caviar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here is the Ros\u00e9 Champagne that James Bond, or as we called him, 007, would choose. While he always chooses the Bollinger<\/a> since a few decades. The latter offers notes of red fruits like cherry and strawberry as much on the nose as on the palate. The presence of red wine is felt among these fine bubbles. A pleasure to share whether with salmon or lobster.. even in winter it can be a delicious for a romantic or luxurious dinner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Grape varieties<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Sugar content<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Available in SAQ and LCBO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n You will love this distinguished Canadian whisky from British Columbia, Triple Oak<\/strong> owes its name to the meticulous aging process in American, French, and Hungarian oak barrels<\/strong>. This triple maturation imparts layers of vanilla, dry fruit, and subtle spicy notes<\/strong>, creating a whisky of remarkable depth and character. Perfect to savor neat, on the rocks with a twist of lemon, or as the refined base for a sophisticated cocktail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Available in SAQ and LCBO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dear gentlemen, I hope you enjoyed this very first edition of our wine and spirits selection. We will be sharing our discoveries with you on a regular basis. Stay tuned to this page<\/a> so you don’t miss a thing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n A selection originally published in Gentologie Magazine Issue 3<\/a><\/strong>! 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Stratus Vineyards Tollgate Chardonnay 2017<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Cantina Girlan Pinot Bianco Alto Adige Sudtirol 2018<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Domaine de Fenouillet, Faug\u00e8res Hautes Combes 2018<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Wines and Spirits Volume 1 – Winter Elegance – The Reds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Zonin Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore DOC<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Rosso Di Montalcino Il Poggione 2016<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Mirafore Barolo 2013<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Domaine La Tour Vieille Collioure La Pin\u00e8de 2018<\/h3>\n\n\n
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The Desaltera by Gentologie \u2013 The End of Winter, Perfect for Spring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Wines and Spirits Volume 1 – Winter Elegance – Champagne<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Bollinger Ros\u00e9<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Bearface Canadian Whisky <\/span>Triple Oak<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Wines and Spirits Volume 1 – Winter Elegance – For this winter and more<\/h2>\n\n\n\n