Winter Wines

We're in the middle of winter so it's time to break out the dutch oven and start making rich stews and flavorful osso bucos! Here are some wines to consider on these chilly evenings; 

1. Marquis Philips Shiraz, Australia, $24
2. Thunevin Bad Boy, France, $29
3. Atteca Old Vines Grenacha, Spain, $25
4. Torbreck GSM Juveniles, Australia $25 
5. Penfold's Bin 389 (2002), Australia $26

Be On the Lookout for...

Back vintages such as the 1992 Best's Cabernet Sauvignon and the 1984 Best's Bin "0" Shiraz at Richmond Hill. If you've never had a chance to drink wine that is 10 or 15 years old...here is your chance! See more in my Richmond Hill photo gallery!

J Webb has a bevy of boutique wines right now ranging from Relic to Erna Schein and a few 2007 Rhones. Any 2007 Rhone is worth buying so be on the lookout for this fantastic vintage. See more pictures in my J Webb photo gallery!

Kensington Wine Market has a fine selection of Greenock Creek, Kay Brothers and some Carlisle. These are some of the best boutique wines you can buy so if you're looking to beef up your cellar you won't go wrong. See more pictures in my Kensington photo gallery!

Discover Wines in Kelowna has a great program. Join their wine club and receive an excellent selection of 12 B.C. wines every 2 months. Shipped to your door, choose either the all red club or the red and white club. After 2 shipments of all red I have been really happy with their selections. Many goodies we don't get in Calgary have appeared so it's like Christmas arrives every 60 days. At a minimum, be sure to visit Tracy and Suzanne's wonderful store each time you're in Kelowna!

Winter Wine Tastings

Check Back soon for My Event Schedule!

This series of events will offer tasting fundamentals to anyone wanting to learn about wine and their own palette in a fun, snob-free environment. Limited seating (12-14) ensures an open forum for questions and discussion. Lots of food, lots of wine and a private tasting room ensures excellent value for all attendees. Email me at james@purpletongues.com to reserve your space now!

Each Event Features:

• Sparkling wine reception and appetizers in the Private Dining room at Parker House located at 131-6th Avenue SW.

• Wines from boutique producers are featured. No mass produced wines.

• Handouts containing the materials presented along with a practical guide to wines and tasting notes for wines featured.

• Buying tips and boutique wine store reviews you can use to acquire your favorite wines at the best prices. 

If you are looking for public wine tastings or would rather get a group of 8-12 friends and book a private tasting look no further! See what others have said about my events.

Questions or wine recommendations? Contact me via james@purpletongues.com

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