Date/Time: July 16, 2010, 7 p.m.(roughly 3 hours)
Place: Fantaxia Restaurant樂逍遙
| 1nd Bottle |
Miguel Torres Vina Esmeralda |
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Winery/Producer: Miguel Torres S.A. |
| Type: White Wine |
Year: 2009 |
| Cost: $12.95 |
Region: Penedes, Spain |
| Food to pair: 千島香芒帶子 |
LCBO #: 113696 |
| Remarks: A pretty blend of Moscatel de Alejandria and Gewurztraminer, Vina Esmeralda has a very seductive floral/perfumed nose. Aromas such as honeysuckle, ripe pear, custard apples, vanilla and spun sugar can all be found here. It’s a fine partner for lightly spiced seafood dishes, avocado salad or berbed chicken breast |
| 2st Bottle |
Burgo Viejo Reserva 2001 Rioja |
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Winery/Producer: Bodegas De Familia Burgo Viejo |
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| Type: Red Wine |
Year: 2001 |
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| Cost: $19.95 |
Region: Rioja, Spain |
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| Food to pair: 花彫美極牛柳粒 |
LCBO #: 168823 |
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| Remarks: Deep garnet colour. This blend of Tempranillo, Graciano and Carignan features a complex collection of aromas, including plum, olive, smoked meat, strawberry and oak (they use both French and American barrels). Dry with pleasingly mature flavours and still-moderate tannins to suggest further ageing potential (2-4+ years). Medium bodied with a substantial finish. Enjoy it with roast leg of lamb or roast beef. |
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| 3rd Bottle |
Bodegas Lan Crianza 2005 |
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Winery/Producer: Bodegas Lan, S.A. |
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| Type: Red Wine |
Year: 2005 |
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| Cost: $15.95 |
Region: Rioja, Spain |
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| Food to pair: 紅燒黃琪班 |
LCBO #: 166538 |
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| Remarks: Light scents of crushed rose petals and frisky cherry tomato flavors give this a bright, zesty tone. The tannins are also light, with a gravelly feel. This is a versatile red for olives and jamón Serrano or more substantial meat such as duck. One of the Best Buys of 2009. Score – 90. (Wine & Spirits Buying Guide, 2010) |
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| 4th Bottle |
Torres Gran Coronas Reserva (V) |
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| Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon |
Winery/Producer: Miguel Torres S.A |
| Type: Red Wine |
Year: 2005 |
| Cost: $17.45 |
Region: Penedes, Spain |
| Food to pair: 鹽焗走地雞 |
LCBO #: 36483 |
| Remarks: A stunningly delicious and balanced red with full-bodied notes of black fruit, vanilla smoke, dark spices and rich mocha goodness. Crack it open beside the barbecue. This wine is part of the Vintages Essentials Collection. Food matches: braised veal blade and root vegetables, roast pork tenderloin. |