LCBO Food and Drink Winter 2016

WHAT’S NEW COPY BY JULIA AITKEN  •  PHOTOGRAPHY BY VINCE NOGUCHI AND MICHAEL MAHOVLICH

A WORLD OF NEW PRODUCTS AT THE LCBO AND VINTAGES.

A FRENCH JEWEL

Perrin Réserve VINTAGES ESSENTIALS 363457, $15.95

France’s southern Rhône region has been blessed in recent years with a string of outstanding vintages. Not surprisingly, this wine is a gem. A juicy blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, it sports ripe red berry and spice notes. A hearty lamb stew or pizza topped with tomatoes and olives are ideal matches.

FRUIT-FORWARD VODKA Cîroc Pineapple LCBO 446823, $49.95 Cîroc’s new flavoured vodka is like fruit salad in a glass. Look for aromas of freshly crushed pineapple and other tropical fruit followed by the taste of juicy pineapple and hints of vanilla. Pour it over ice and top it up with lemon-lime soda or orange juice, or get creative with your favourite vodka cocktails.

Beronia Rioja Tempranillo Elaboración Especial LCBO 426981, $15.95 After enjoying success in Vintages, this Spanish red is now available on the LCBO’s general list. Crafted from 100-percent Tempranillo—unusually for a red—it’s fermented in toasted American oak barrels. The result? A beautifully balanced red with aromas of chocolate and licorice backed up by cherry and oak flavours. Amust with a platter of Spanish charcuterie. ESPECIAL D’ESPAGÑA

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