LCBO Food & Drink Early Summer 2021 TRADE

MEET YOUR MATCH

STYLE Fruity and perfumed, with a light body, low alcohol and crisp acidity—these are bright and lively wines. Like dry Riesling and Sauvi- gnon Blanc? Try these. LOOK FOR “Unoaked” on the label; “Light & Crisp” or “Light & Fruity” on the LCBO shelf label. Flavours of apple, lemon, lime, peach and/or pear. Flinty or stony notes in these wines are often described as “mineral.” Fresh and fruity

Warmer-region wines might have tropical flavours like pineapple or mango. REGIONS Find great examples from Ontario, Chile, New Zealand and Burgundy (especially Chablis). PAIRINGS Think aperitif— great for casual occasions and cocktail parties.

Salty snacks are perfect. Crushed Pea Crostini with Westphalian Ham soars. Find the recipe at lcbo.com/fdearlysummer21.

Lightly oaked winesmight be added to the blend for their subtle spice and texture. But thesewines are always lively, fresh and fruity.

Chile Pure fresh fruit with crisp apple and melon flavours, this wine is superb value and deli- cious with a variety of simple snacks. Cono Sur Chardonnay Organic LCBO 230565, $14.25

Ontario It’s all about the fruit. Ripe and juicy, with no oak influence, just fresh and lively, and a good match for light dishes and cocktail treats.

Burgundy Chablis is Chardon- nay ground zero. This citrus-driven wine delivers tons of mouth-watering zest. Perfect for oysters and tasty, salty bites. Bouchard Père & Fils Petit Chablis LCBO 51466, $26.50

Inniskillin Unoaked Chardonnay VQA LCBO 66266, $14.45

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EARLY SUMMER 2021 FOOD & DRINK