LCBO Food & Drink Summer 2018

WHAT ’ S NEW

SUMMER SIPPER Josh Cellars Chardonnay LCBO 561100, $17.95

Josh Cellars wines have been a big hit with LCBO customers, so it’s likely this elegant Californian Chardonnay will fly off the shelves. Aromas of tropical fruit, citrus and subtle oak followed by juicy peach and lemon oil in the mouth make this a lovely aperitif, but it’s also the perfect foil for pasta tossed with shellfish. MANGO MERENGUE Patrón Citrónge Extra Fine Mango Liqueur LCBO 548263, $33.95

GOOD DOG! Lab Red Vinho Regional Lisboa LCBO 534586, $10.15

Ripe Ataulfo mangoes are the base for this de- licious Mexican liqueur made by Patrón, of te- quila fame. Crystal-clear with the sweet juiciness of mango and hints of citrus, pineapple and peach, it blends happily into cocktails—from Margaritas to Mojitos— and is a wonderful addi- tion to a summer bar. Try it over ice cream, too.

That’s Lab as in Labrador and, in- deed, a handsome canine decorates the label of this great-value Por- tuguese red. With ripe black and red fruit on the nose, and plum, spice and licorice on the palate, the wine matches—appropriately enough—with the foods we love during the dog days of summer: barbecued red meats, tapas, cheese and charcuterie.

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