LCBO Food and Drink Early Summer 2016

WHAT ’ S NEW

SUPERB WITH SEAFOOD McGuigan Black Label Pinot Grigio LCBO 441576, $10.95 Grill up a feast of lobster, then raise a glass to the start of barbecue season with this fresh, crisp white from a renowned South Eastern Australia winery. You’ll love its aromas of pear and passion fruit, followed by refreshing flavours of pear and green apple, and a clean, citrus finish. In all: classic Pinot Grigio.

Veuve Ambal Crémant de Bourgogne Grande Cuvée Brut LCBO 429688, $17.55 Whatever summer celebrations you have planned, this award-win- ner fits the bill. The bubbly, a Pinot Noir-Chardonnay blend, garnered silver at last year’s Effervescents du Monde competition, which rates the world’s best sparklers. Look for a flute of fine bubbles with flavours of brioche, butter and citrus—perfect as an aperitif or with a creamy chicken dish. PERFECT FOR PARTIES

WORTH FLIPPING FOR 13th Street Burger Blend VQA LCBO 419945, $14.95 When 13th Street Winery first launched its Burger Blend back in the 1990s, the wine was a combination of many different reds. This latest version com- bines just two varietals: Gamay Noir and Pinot Noir. The result is a fruity red berry mix with good acidity that goes perfectly with burgers—or any other red meat off the grill.

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