The Wine Sisters
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The Wine Sisters are Erin and Courtney Henderson - sister sommeliers who love to eat, drink, and be pretty merry.
You could say our love of wine runs in the family. When we were kids, our dad, who also worked in the wine business, would travel the world's wine regions and come home with enchanting tales of the champagne caves in France or the impossibly steep vineyard slopes in Germany.
We like to joke that when all the other kids were learning to ride their bikes, we were learning about fermentation.
Well, fast forward 20 years or so, and we've both earned our sommelier certification through CAPS. We went on to work as sommeliers and restaurant managers in Toronto, and in 2010 we decideded to open our own sommelier services and wine events agency.
And so just like our Dad did with us, we're now telling others about wine regions we've visited and new wines we've tasted. And we can't wait to talk with you about it, too.
Reviews
Jackson Triggs Delaine Fume Blanc 2012, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$24.95
A fantastic take on the Sauvignon Blanc wine style created by Mondavi. Fermentation began in tank and finished in barrel, where it continued to age for four months, offering a smokey, weighty feel to the otherwise bright, tropical, herbaceous Sauv Blanc. Certainly there is still a kiwi, lychee, herbal component, but the oak aging brings a bit more seriousness to the wine. Try with roast pork loin in creamy mushroom sauce or lightly smoked trout.
3.5 Stars
Inniskillin Winemaker's Series Montague Vineyard Chardonnay 2012, VQA Four Mile Creek, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$19.75
Full bodied and elegantly voluptuous with aromas of toast, creme brulee, baked apple and creamed corn. The palate is creamy and rich with smoke, caramel, tropical fruit and a bit of pear, this is powerful wine that’s perfect for enjoying during the cool fall evenings alongside corn and bacon chowder or with a slice of locally made Five Brothers cheese.
3.5 Stars
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Burrowing Owl Chardonnay 2010, VQA Okanagan Valley
British Columbia, Canada$24.90
A bit angular and austere with a dominate flinty/sulphur note that takes a while to get past. Eventually aromas of caraway seed, green apple and wet rock come to the surface. The palate is creamy, with flavours of lemon/lime and green apple, but with a curious corn nut note that really sticks out. Had higher expectations, but worth a revisit in a few years.
3.5 Stars
Rosehall Run Cuvée County Chardonnay 2010, VQA Prince Edward County
Ontario, Canada$21.95
A very nice Chardonnay that balances ripe tropical fruit flavours with lime and mineral. Fresh and focused with restrained oak and bright acidity with great length.
3.5 Stars
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Cave Spring Estate Cabernet Franc 2007, Cave Spring Vineyard, VQA Beamsville Bench, Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$24.95
This is a terrific showing of what Ontario can do with Cab Franc. Aged 13 months in a blend of French, Hungarian and American oak, 45% of which was new, this is is quite the powerhouse red coming from the hot ’07 vintage. Ripe aromas of cassis and dark cherry with some face cream and a hint of iodine/bloody notes. Full bodied with concentrated flavours of cassis, earth, fruit roll-up, spice and black licorice, Powerful but elegant with fine tannin, balanced acidity and nice length. Ready to drink now with roast game or braised beef.
3.5 Stars
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La Cappuccina Soave 2012, Doc
Veneto, Italy$14.95
An excellent warm weather sipper at a fantastic price. Mid weight and slightly oily on the palate with fresh flavours of peach, pear and white flowers. A great party wine.
3.5 Stars
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Jacques Depagneux Côte De Py Morgon 2011, Ac
Beaujolais, France$18.95
A fine example of how masculine and powerful Cru Beauj can be. Pouring a deep purple-ruby, initially the nose is a bit tight, but look for aromas of smoke, earth and red berries. Medium bodied with fine, but grippy, tannins on the palate with earthy flavours of dark berries, dried herbs, clay and spice with a bitter cranberry finish. Put it down for another couple of years and pair with cured meats or braised chicken thighs.
3.5 Stars
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Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon 2010, Napa Valley
California, Usa$34.75
Brimming with cassis and dark berry fruit, along with mocha and vanilla notes, the full palate is smooth and supple, a tad sweet, with decent tannic grip.
3.5 Stars
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Villa Ponciago La Réserve Fleurie 2011, Ac
Beaujolais, France$16.25
Gamay, the main grape of Beaujolais, is one of our favourite wines to drink as it’s so versatile. This has flavours of ripe field berries, violet incense, crushed stone and black pepper spice with a lengthy cran-cherry finish. Medium bodied with a great seam of acidity, this pairs nicely with everything from prime rib to roast turkey or duck.
3.5 Stars
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Tawse Sketches Of Niagara Rosé 2011, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$15.95
A top Ontario rosé at a great price, this pretty pink sipper has compelling aromas of jarred apple sauce, candied red berries, steely mineral and a touch of white pepper. Easy going on the palate with candied pink grapefruit, red apples and fresh berries. A refreshing crowd pleaser that will go with wide range of foods.
3.0 Stars
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