Clos de Sixte 2013 Lirac AOC, France

50% Grenache noir, 35% Syrah,15% Mourvèdre.

Winemaking & ageing
Traditional wine-making in stainless still vats. Hand sorted bunches, crushed and destemmed grapes.
Ageing in concrete vats and french oak barrels. 

Tasting
Intense inky colour. On the nose, aromas of red and black ripe fruit (kirsch and wild
Blackberry) are dominant. The mouth is full, with aromas of blackcurrant liquor and spice. Tannins are both harmonious and elegant thanks to the fleshy of the wine. The end display hints of liquorice and vanilla, which give to the wine length and complexity.

Served with Beef at April 2016 event

Tawse 2013 Sketches Rose Niagara, Canada

Sketches Rosé marks the arrival of spring at Tawse! The 2013 vintage is an approachable blend of Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir and Merlot. To impart structure and colour, it was made using the “saignée” method though which we combine the free-run juice of red grapes before they are pressed. Ripe and juicy, this wine delivers a lovely nose of fresh strawberry, raspberry and red currant. On the palate, vibrant notes of cranberry and mint are deftly balanced with just the right amount of acidity, sweetness and a clean crisp finish.
 While perfectly enjoyable on its own, it is also extremely food-friendly. It’s refreshing acidity should cut through the richness of the fries but the subtle sweetness should be able to handle the heat from the jalepeno, while not overwhelming the subtle flavours of the pickerel.

Served with Pickerel Cheeks at April 2016 Event

Lammershoek LAM Syrah 2010 (21.99)

Red currant, mulberry and raspberry scented nose, followed by fresh, full body of red currant, morello cherries, and a hint of lemon zest to finish.

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The color is a lively and brilliant dark ruby-red. 
The perfume is fresh and intense with clean scents of wild berries, currants and sour black cherry. 
A light hint of vanilla and toasted oak.
The flavor is warm and robust, full-bodied, pleasant and balanced.