LCBO Food & Drink Autumn 2017

WHAT’S NEW BY JULIA AITKEN  •  PHOTOGRAPHY BY DARREN KEMPER

A WORLD OF NEW PRODUCTS AT THE LCBO AND VINTAGES.

ITALIAN SUPERSTAR

A Super-Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the latest new Vintages Essentials. Full-bodied and rich with silky tannins, the wine sports a long finish of vanilla and red ber- ries, and stands up well to bold flavours—think duck braised with olives, pasta with bolognese sauce or strong cheeses. Will cellar well for several years. Ruffino Modus  VINTAGES ESSENTIALS 912956, $29.95

WHEN BEER MEETS WHISKY Glenfiddich IPA

Left Field Nelson Sauvignon Blanc LCBO 487496, $15.95 Hailing from the world’s hippest wine region, this signature New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc couldn’t be more on-trend. From Te Awa winery, named for subterranean streams that run beneath the vineyard, the wine is rich in tropical fruit aromas and flavours tempered by a vibrant acidity. Fantastic with grilled fish or seafood. A STYLISHWHITE

Experiment LCBO 513069, $89.95

To create this groundbreaking single malt, iconic distillery Glen- fiddich collaborated with a local Speyside craft brewer to create an India Pale Ale. After brewing, the beer casks were used to finish this appropriately named single-malt whisky. The vibrant spirit shows zesty citrus notes followed by sweet vanilla and a hint of fresh hops.

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