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
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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Quails' Gate Chardonnay 2011, BC VQA Okanagan Valley
British Columbia, Canada$22.95
Aged 50% in stainless steel and 50% in barrel – 20% new – this is a round, ripe, pleasant drinking chardonnay with aromas of light spice, mineral and a slightly leesy/funky note. Mid weight and focused on the palate with orchard fruit, spice and melon flavours. Quite pleasant with restrained use of oak that would make this enjoyable all year round with anything from crab and avocado salad to herb-roasted chicken.
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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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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Ken Forrester Reserve Chenin Blanc 2011
Stellenbosch, South Africa$17.95
Flinty, mineral and sweet citrus aromas, with bright flavours of clementine orange, nectarine/peach and a steely/mineral tone. Fresh and focused with lively acidity and nice length, try this with barbecued chicken, grilled trout or green salads with fresh herbs.
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
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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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
Jackson Triggs Delaine Syrah 2011, VQA Niagara Peninsula
Ontario, Canada$32.95
The nose reveals a crushed black pepper, tamarind, campfire smoke, and ripe black fruit. The palate is mid weight but lean and focused, with a mineral edge and flavours of violet incense, black peppercorn and plum. Bright acid and fine grain tannin make for an appealing Rhone style red. Try with grilled lamb chops with rosemary and garlic.
3.5 Stars
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Garofoli Verdicchio Dei Castelli Di Jesi 2010, Classico Superiore
Marche, Italy$12.85
An easy drinking summer wine at a great price. The nose offers raw almond/marzipan, banana cream, steely mineral. Round and ripe on the palate with fresh pear and peach, white flowers, and slight bitter lemon pith on the back and marzipan/almond cookie finish.
3.0 Stars
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