Introducing Savvy Sip & Shop.  With this new service you can now order ANY wines that we have featured at recent events we have hosted or have sponsored.  Mix & match ANY bottles of your favorite Ontario wines and they will be delivered to your home or office...within a week!  When you order 12 bottles or more, shipping is FREE.

It is that easy to shop for Ontario wines!

 Order Niagara-on-the-Lake wines featured at One Unforgettable Taste & Buy

 Order Prince Edward County wines, ciders & craft beers featured at The Great Canadian Cheese Festival

 

Never ordered wines online? No problem.  Our Savvy Team of Sommeliers is ready to help you & give you wine recommendations.  Call us anytime on 613-SAVVYCO (728-8926).

 

              

 

 

Since I began Savvy Company 10 years ago, there are two questions that I am constantly being asked:

"I was away on vacation in 'wherever you've just been' and found this outstanding wine. Is there a way that I can order more & have it shipped to Ontario?
The winery owner said that they would do it no problem!"

"I would like to get involved in the wine industry.  How do I become a wine agent?"

If I had a loonie…no, make that a toonie….for each time these questions come up in a conversation while I have a glass of wine in hand, I would be drinking Champagne every day!

The wine industry is fascinating.  I have found that the people involved are typically interesting, well-traveled and have a joie de vivre that is contagious. There are so many wine events for the genereral public, such as the Gourmet Food & Wine Show in Toronto or recently-hosted in Ottawa, County in the City where winemakers from Prince Edward County were showcasing their wines  - white wines, red wines, sparkling wines, you name it they make it.

While you are at these events to enjoy wines, the winemakers are often looking for people to help them sell their wine.  Becoming a representative of a winery while holding down your day job or starting a wine agency from the ground up are two ways to be a part of the rapidly growing wine industry.

 

Let’s crunch the numbers…

During 2011-2012 fiscal year, the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) reported sales of over $3.2 billion worth of imported alcoholic beverages - a 6% increase over the previous year - even in a challenging economic environment. More than any other consumer product, the alcoholic beverage industry has the ability to weather periods of slow or negative economic growth. There is the saying that ‘people will drink in the good times and they will need a drink in bad times too.’

Statistics Canada recently reported on April 11,2013 that net income among the provincial and territorial liquor authorities rose 3.6 per cent to $6.1-billion. More than half this amount is from the sale of imported wine, beer & spirits.

There is no ‘how to’ manual about working in the wine industry.  In fact, there are rarely job postings on Workopolis or Craig’s List either.  Those who know of wine jobs are often ‘in the biz.’ In fact, just last week two wineries contacted me asking if would recommend an agent to sell their wines.

So how to get a jump start on a job in the wine industry? 

Again this year, we are hosting a seminar entitled ‘Importing Wine for Pleasure and Profit’ on Saturday June 8, 2013 by renowned industry expert Steven Trenholme.  Steven conducts this seminar in Toronto twice a year and it sells out quickly because he knows everything AND everyone in the wine industry. In his 30+ year career, Steven has been a wine agent, a brand manager for Mosel wines (of Germany), the Canadian representative for South African Wines, a ‘head hunter’ for numerous wine companies to recruit people as wine agents and to top it all off, manager of a national wine agency.  Steven has the ‘how tos’ for the above two questions that I am always asked!

“As Canadian's thirst for more diversity in the alcoholic beverages that they consume, this presents a very real opportunity for new agents & importers,” states Steven Trenholme.

If you are intrigued about the wine industry or are already an agent, you will find Steven’s day-long seminar invaluable.  Many of Ontario’s top wine importers and agents started their careers after attending this seminar. Several Savvy Sommeliers on my team – myself included - have gained valuable insight to importing wines, as well as learning the ins and outs of the operations and processes of the LCBO & the SAQ in Quebec.

“There are still hundreds of wine suppliers around the world actively looking for importers to represent them in Canada, so there are certainly opportunities to develop a full or part-time career in the wine industry”, reports Steven.

Rest assured that your head will be spinning from all of the information you collect at his seminar, yet Steven is only a few clicks away to help you get started or answer additional questions. He is a wealth of knowledge and THE man to know if you are curious about working in the wine industry or importing your favorite wines back after a trip abroad.

"I have taken a few courses where 'the business of wine' has been a required component, but NOTHING has compared to the relevancy of Steven's content. If you are considering a career in the beverage alcohol business in Ontario, you need this information. Steven is experienced, professional and he offers sound advice delivered succinctly in one day," offers  Alyson Carmichael, LCBO Manager & Product Consultant in Oakville.

Click here to register & for more details about Importing Wine for Pleasure and Profit seminar  at The Old Mill in Toronto on Saturday June 8th, 2013

 

Savour Ottawa recently hosted a number of intrepid local farmers, winemakers and micro brewers at the Château Laurier, who came out, despite the inclement weather, to introduce residents and visitors alike to their products.

Savour Ottawa is a collaboration among Ottawa Tourism, the City of Ottawa, and Just Food working to promote the national capital region as a year-round culinary destination, offering extensive and varied opportunities to ‘savour’ local foods grown, harvested and produced right here in our own back yard.

The event at the Château Laurier provided the opportunity to visit with the owners and taste the wines of two local wineries:  Jabulani Vineyard & Winery, located southwest of Ottawa near Richmond, and Domaine Perrault, located east of the city, near the town of Navan. In both cases, the wineries grow their own hybrid grapes – hardy varieties such as Frontenac, Marquette – and use grapes from specific Niagara growers with whom they have an ongoing relationship. Their wine is available only directly from the farm. Should you be interested in acquiring some of these wines, contact us at Savvy Company.

 

Domaine Perrault

Domaine Perrault is located on a dairy farm owned and operated by Denis Perrault and his family. Denis first planted vines in 1999, in consultation with a University of Guelph viticultural expert. A few years later, he extended the planting to 6 acres, and in 2006 received his license to produce and sell wine on the farm premises. When I asked if he was the winemaker, Denis’ response was “No, I’m just the owner”. A modest man, he credits his current winemaker, local oenologist Bernard Martineau, for the quality and style of the Domaine Perrault wines. The winery offers a range of wines, including varietal wines such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Cabernet Franc, Shiraz and Frontenac, as well as rosé and a dessert wine called Nectar des Neiges.

Domaine Perrault Sauvignon Blanc 2011

Product of Canada $16.00 12.6% alcohol

Vinified from Niagara fruit, this straw-hued white wine offers attractive aromas of grass, herbs, citrus and mineral. Dry, light-mid weight, the fresh flavours include citrus, orchard fruit and a touch of mineral underlaid by clean crisp acidity that assures a bright tasty finish. Serve it with coquille St-Jacques or with soft cheeses.

Domaine Perrault Shiraz 2010

Product of Canada $24.00 13.5% alcohol

Also produced from Niagara fruit, this approachable wine was aged 6 months in seasoned French oak. There’s sweet ripe red and black berry on the nose, mingling with notions of sweet spice, vanilla and pepper. Dry, mid-weight, it’s round and satiny in texture, spiced vanilla replaying, wrapped around delicious blackberry and raspberry flavours. Pepper warms the lengthy flavourful finish.

Jabulani Vineyard & Winery

According to Wikipedia, jabulani is the Zulu word for ‘rejoice’ and the owners, Tom Moul and his wife Janet, no doubt did when their search for a suitable site for a vineyard and winery led them to their property by the Jock River. They found it flourishing with apples, berries and wild grapes, giving them hope for success in their wine venture. Research on suitable grape varietals led them to the University of Minnesota and eventually to grape guru Alain Breault. They have now planted 11 acres to a variety of hybrid grapes including Frontenac Gris and Marquette. They also source grapes from a contract grower in Virgil, in the Niagara area. Visit their wine patio overlooking the vineyard, take a tour, or book a private event and enjoy, as their website suggests “The Spirit of Happiness”.

Jabulani Frontenac Gris/Vidal 2011

Product of Canada $11.00 13.0% alcohol

Enjoy the floral notes and aromas of stone fruit and tangerine of this dry yet fruity wine. On the slightly honeyed palate, there’s a whiff of mineral while stone fruit and citrus flavours replay balanced by fresh acidity and a touch of residual sugar through a mid-length finish. An enjoyable quaffer. 

Jabulani Sauvignon Blanc/Frontenac Gris 2011

Product of Canada $14.00 13.5% alcohol

Displaying grassy notes, citrus and citrus zest, this dry, mid-weight wine is crisp and tangy, with notes of passionfruit and citrus ringing through a lively, lasting pithy finish where mineral and citrus zest cleanse the palate. Serve with pan-fried white fish. 

Jabulani Marquette/Cabernet Franc ‘Barrel Select’ 2010

Product of Canada $18.00 15.5% alcohol

Aged 18 months in new French oak, this deep ruby red wine offers some classic Cab Franc aromas—floral, grilled herbs, pepper and dark berries. Dry, mid-full weight, it’s firmly structured with fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity framing rich dark fruit garnished with notes of cocoa, spice and  pepper. The extended finish is dry and savoury. Match to rare roast beef or grilled red meats.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bill C-311 states “...the importation of wine from a province by an individual, if the individual brings the wine or causes it to be brought into another province, in quantities and as permitted by the laws of the latter province, for his or her personal consumption, and not for resale or other commercial use.”

In June 2012, Bill C-311, presented by Dan Albas, MP for Okanagan-Coquihalla, received royal assent just before the House of Commons rose for the summer. Why do we care?  Laws governing the transport and sale of alcohol across provincial boundaries dated back to 1928 and the Prohibition Era. Until the passage of Bill C-311 by unanimous vote of the House, it was a criminal offence to take or ship wine across provincial boundaries. Talk to European winemakers about this and they just shake their heads – “How can this be? You are one country, are you not! In Europe there is no issue shipping wine across national boundaries. We don’t understand why there is an issue in Canada!”  The goal of Bill C-311 was to remedy this situation by making legal:

Free My Grapes, in the person of Shirley-Ann George, was a driving force behind the Bill and its successful passage by the House. So we’re celebrating, right! Not so fast, as Shirley-Ann explained at a recent presentation to the National Capital Sommelier Guild. Read that excerpt again—‘as permitted by the laws of the latter province’.  Manitoba and British Columbia have essentially moved to respect the spirit of the law, allowing ordering and shipping of wine across their boundaries. Credit for BC changing its laws within two weeks of the passage of Bill C-311 goes to the many BC wine lovers and wineries that ensured this issue was front and centre on the political agenda for more than a year. But monopolies such as the LCBO and SAQ, who actively lobbied against C-311, have yet to clarify their positions.  While provincial law in Ontario is silent with respect to the importation or possession of wine from other provinces, the LCBO has issued a ‘policy statement’ restricting wine imports to in-person transport only. While this policy statement probably has no legal effect, there are stiff penalties for violation of Ontario liquor laws – for the individual, fines of up to $100,000 and/or imprisonment for up to one year! Why should you have to take this risk?

This brings us to Bill 117, introduced as a Private Member’s Bill by Rob Milligan, Conservative MPP from Northumberland – Quinte West, to the Ontario Legislature at the end of August 2012. While the prorogation of the Ontario legislature means the bill has died, Milligan has committed to reintroduce the bill when the parliament resumes. So it’s still worthy of our consideration.  A summary follows:

“The Bill amends the Liquor Control Act to add a provision that permits individuals who are 19 years of age or older to import or cause to be imported wine into Ontario from another province if the wine is for their personal consumption and not for resale or other commercial use. The Liquor Control Board of Ontario’s powers do not apply to wine imported by an individual in accordance with that provision. The Government of Ontario is required to encourage the parties to the Agreement on Internal Trade to implement or amend measures to allow for the free movement of wine within Canada. A progress report must be tabled in the Legislative Assembly within three months after the Bill comes into force and every six months thereafter.

Similar provisions are added with respect to the importation of beer from other provinces. Those provisions only apply if the Importation of Intoxicating Liquors Act (Canada) authorizes the inter-provincial importation of beer. “

Free My Grapes is working with the Canadian Vintners’ Association, among other groups, to support the passage of this Bill. We need the same type of all-party unanimous support for this Bill as that given for Bill C-311 at the federal level. Given that MPP Milligan is a member of the opposition party, it may take even more support from Ontario wine lovers to win the day!  There’s nothing like concerned wine-consuming citizens making their opinions known to their MPPs to ensure the appropriate level of awareness, understanding and attention to this matter.

If you want the opportunity to order wine from British Columbia, Nova Scotia, or any other province into Ontario, Free My Grapes encourages you and your friends/colleagues to first and foremost write your MPP asking her/him to vote in favour of Bill 117 or a similar bill that makes it legal for Ontarians to buy and ship red wine and white wine across provincial borders for personal consumption.   A sample letter and links that will help you find your MPP’s address can be found at Free My Grapes.ca. Tweeters can get updates on progress by following @FreeMyGrapes. The website is also a good source of information on what is happening in both Ontario and across Canada on this important matter.

It’s time to put an end to the outdated prohibition era laws that punish Canadians for buying great Canadian wines.

Together we can finally Free My Grapes!

 

 

There has been a buzz on Twitter in the past weeks with people sharing their favorite things to do in Prince Edward County.  With all of these great ideas jotted down, there is now the David Letterman style list... 101 things to do in Prince Edward County.  How many of you done?  This is reposted from www.thecountywines.com  

Save this list to your handheld & enjoy discovering all that is in The County! 

There is more to do in Prince Edward County than our unique wineries and the world-class wines they produce. The County is also home to a thriving community of locally-grown food producers, artisnal cheese makers, exquisite restaurants, luxurious spas, quaint inns, a vistoria opera house, artists, artisans, musicans and an endless selection of outdoor recreational activities like golf, hiking and cycling. And did we mention the beaches? Miles and miles of pristine white beaches?

No matter what season you choose to visit The County, there is always something going on. Professional and amateur theatre productions, classical music, jazz and blues festivals, Terroir Wine Festival, TASTE Celebration, antique shows, model trains, fall fairs, Maple in The County are just a few of things to see, do, taste and hear.

You really need to visit us.

For more information on things to see and do visit prince-edward-county.com

 

101 Things to Do in Prince Edward County Wine Country

 1. Visit North America’s largest dry stone bridge at Karlo Estates
2. Visit the Oeno Gallery at Huff Estates
3. Buy some maple syrup (and wine) at Sugarbush Wines
4. Eat some freshly baked pizza at Norman Hardie’s
5. Check out some great old barns at The Old Third, Closson Chase, Karlo Estates, Grange Winery and Hinterland Winery
6. Sample amazing aperitif and dessert wines (and ports) – Sandbanks Winery, The Old Third, Keint-He Winery, Karlo Estates
7. Taste some of the best Canadian-made sparkling wines at Hinterland, Huff Estates, Grange, By Chadsey’s Cairns, 3630 & Lighthall Vineyards
8. Check out great events – Terroir and the Great Canadian Cheese Festival in Spring
9. Sample County wines at great local restos – East & Main, Milford Bistro
10. Buy some cheese to go with your wine – Black River and Fifth Town
11. Pick up some vodka at 66 Distillery or beer at Barley Days Brewery if you happen to (somehow) get tired of wine
12. Indulge in poutine and milkshakes at the Dari Bar in Wellington
13. Enjoy some great cider and the amazing views at County Cider - maybe have some oven-baked pizza on their patio too
14. Need some coffee after sampling wine? Try Tall Poppy, Miss Lily’s Café or the Bean Counter
15. Try tiny locally-sourced hot dogs at Buddha Dog
16. Stop by one of many veggie stands –  Laundry Farms, Hagerman Farms, Cherryvale Organic Farm
17. Stay at one of the dozen B&B’s in the area. Maybe sit on the porch and read Geoff Heinrick’s book A Fool and Forty Acres
18. Stop by Schroedter's Farm Market for some soup and one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches around.
19. Take a cooking class at From the Farm Chef or The Waring House
20. One word – Countylicious
21. Book a wine tour with Sandbanks Vacations - everyone gets to drink!!
22. Get on your bike.
23. Chat with the winemakers.
24. Visit Sandbanks Provincial Park.
25. Attend the PEC Jazz Festival.
26. Curb your hunger at Chesterfields, The Acoustic Grill, The Painted Peppercorn, Portabella, Blumen Garden or Pomodoro.
27. Pull off on the side of a country road & picnic in the sun.
28. Harvest pinot noir with Norman Hardie & celebrate afterwards with a pig roast/bbq
29. Take a billion pics of the gorgeous gardens at Closson Chase then indulge in their wines.
30. Stock up on First Frost from Huff Estates Winery & stroll thru the gardens, gallery.
31. Delight in the Baco & Shoreline at Sandbanks Winery and great conversation with John Square
32. Load up on homemade sugar donuts at Lakeshore Farms
33. Get lost on the back roads & discover off-the-map hidden gems
34. Savour stellar pinot gris at Long Dog Winery
35. Early morning coffee lakeside
36. Visit with the barn cats at KarloEstates ' ..”.I love Little Bug”
37. Harvest parties at Half Moon Bay are pretty special! Food, wine, good times... Oh. And harvest with friends!
38. Book a room at The Manse Picton, Newsroom Suites, The Inn at Huff Estates, Merrill Inn, Angeline’s or Picton Harbour Inn
39. Take an early morning walk with the dog on the ‘secret’ beach (at the bottom of Cold Creek Road)
40. Buy something sweet to go with your wine at Just Sweets Retro Bakery, County Chocolate or The Pastry House.
41. Go apple picking at Campbell’s Orchards
42. Luscious cab franc from Lift Haus winery.
43. Visit the old-time school house at the Ameliasburgh museum
44. Trip along the Taste Trail for wines, cheese, microbrew ... Everything you need!
45. Discover talented local artists along the Arts Trail
46. Try out Ontario garagiste wines @SugarbushWines
47. Visit new friends and chill out!
48. Ice cream at Slickers! Yum!
49. Talk with all the great people behind the wines.
50. Visit the Lavender Farm when the lavender is in full bloom
51. Take in a concert in the barn at By Chadsey's Cairns
52. Admire magnificent quilted wallhangings over delicious wine samples at Lacey Estates
53. Let somebody else drive YOU around PEC with a chauffeured wine tour.
54. Shuttle to/from Huff Estates Winery to participating restaurants for guests. Don’t drink and drive!
55. Lunch at Portabella
56. Catch a movie at the Regent Theatre or the Mustang Drive-In
57. Visit the gallery at Small Pond Arts to see Milé Murtanovski's paintings made with wine.
58. After a long day of tasting, have dinner in Wellington. Take a walk down to the shore after dinner.
59. Spend a leisurely shopping afternoon on Bloomfield Main Street.
60. Six Barrels for Six Chefs at Huff Estates Winery
61. Get your heirloom tomatoes and lots of other veggies at Vicki’s Veggies
62. How about a visit to Dead Peoples Stuff?
63. Enjoy heaven in a glass (VanAlstineWhite) at Karlo Estates
64. Lunch al fresco at Casa Dea Estates Winery
65. Go house hunting – one can dream, can’t they?
66. Watch the sunset at North Beach with a bottle or two of PEC Wine.
67. Purchase barrel stave stools & red wine vinegar The Carriage House Cooperage.
68. Try to guess the "Mystery Wine” at Karlo Estates.
69. Family reunion and vacation at Sunrise cottages.
70. Drop by Highline mushrooms to buy fresh gourmet mushrooms.
71. Bonfire, BBC and early bed
72. Buy some delicious hot sauce and homemade soups from Vicki’s Veggies.
73. Cross into The County on the Glenora Ferry and take a detour up to Lake On The Mountain - it's mystical up there.
74. Horntrip tour!!
75. Where else can wines be as easy as Not Red, Almost Red and Not White? At Sugarbush Wines
76. Ride the waves at North Beach Provincial Park
77. Go strawberry, raspberry or blueberry picking
78. Grab some wine after your round of golf at Picton Golf Course, Barcovan Golf Club or Wellington On The Lake Golf Course.
79. Visit some cool places along Picton Main Street – Kelly’s Shop, Books and Company, Gilbert & Lighthall and 10,000 Villages
80. Bird-watching!! And don't miss BirdHouse City.
81. Sunday drives along the Loyalist Parkway
82. Visit Sam and Kevin Reichert's alpaca ranch (seventhtown.ca)
83. TASTE! at the Crystal Palace, September 29
84. Buskers over a Barrel Festival at Huff Estates Winery
85. The December Busy Hands Craft Sale at Books and Company & Miss Lily’s Café, hosted by Vicki’s Veggies - great sale for gifts
86. See the stunning works of AliCatArt this May at Tall Poppy Café  in Wellington
87. Chat with Geoff Heinricks and Chef Jamie Kennedy about County wine and food
88. Attend one of many amazing Slow Food PEC events - Irish Hearth Dinner, Country Chicken BBQ, Slow and Sinful Gala.
89. Take photos of Lake Ontario with morning fog near Moonlight on the Lake B&B
90. Buy wine not available in the LCBO
91. Get married!
92. ... running and drinking, drinking and running during Terroir Run
93. Taste wine in a converted cheese factory that now houses Exultet Estates
94. A photo shoot at The Old Third Winery - one of the most artistic tasting rooms in the County
95. Rent a cottage on the water for a week and enjoy sand, wine, and great food!
96. Take the free Glenora ferry across to the Loyalist Parkway and visit more wineries
97. Take a workshop at The Red Barns Artist workshops featuring blown and stained glass, pottery, and iron art.
98. See Canada's first off-grid winery Redtail Vineyard
99. Browse the books and say hello to Miss Ella Vader, the new book mascot at Books & Company (RIP Miss Lily)
100. Spend a weekend at Claramount Inn & Spa. Heavenly.
101. Stop by Huff Estates and get your picture taken with the giant steel pinecones

Today marks Malbec World Day - how to celebrate you ask. . .

Shall we start the day with a glass or Malbec with a bowl of breakfast cereal or a hearty plate of eggs & bacon?  And another glass (or maybe upgrade to a bottle) served with lunch, then finish off by uncorking a bottle of Malbec to accompany a BBQ steak dinner?  This idea of around the clock Malbec drinking, made many giggle & come up with wild & crazy ideas to celebrate.  To kick the festivities off & to learn first hand more about Malbec in Argentine, I attended in a tutored tasting last week with Ottawa Citizen’s wine writer& author Rod Phillips.

My place setting awaited 18 glasses of various wines from Argentina – Torrontes & Chardonnay (white wines) along with 5 Malbecs with prices ranging from $12 to $27 a bottle.  Then we had a taste of Shiraz/Syrah, Bonarda, Pinot Noir & red wine blends to give the tasting a POW at the end.  The 2 hours flew by & my mind was buzzing with Malbec facts that I looked forward to share.

For the past two years, Malbec World Day has marked the calendars on April 17th.  To celebrate in Argentine style, there are festivities all around the world hosted by Wines of Argentina.

I know no other grape that has a dedicated day that shines the spotlight on it.  Malbec  began its history as a grape variety grown in Cahors, France, then was uprooted because of the phloxerra insect that decimated many vineyards in Europe in the late 1800s.  Luckily, the Malbec  rootstock that the European immigrants brought with them on their journey to Argentina, were not infected by the bug that attacked the roots of grape vines.

Today, Malbec is Argentina’s iconic grape variety, although, it is now grown in many vineyards throughout the world – even as close to home as Niagara-on-the-Lake!  There are over 564, 000 acres of vineyards dedicated to Malbec stretching along the Andes Mountain Range from 22 to 42 degrees latitude. This region has great ripening conditions with its continuous stream of sunshine during the day (ideal for ripening) , then cooler nights (perfect to produce acidity in the grape clusters).  This combination of ripe red & black fruit in the aromas & taste coupled with soft tannins with underlying acidity, makes for a crowd pleasing wine.

The wines we sampled during this tutored tasting certainly pleased me!  Here are my tasting notes about the various Malbec we discovered:

Manos Negras Malbec 2008, $14.95
(LCBO part number #271295)
A basic Malbec with juicy aromas on the nose (cherry, raspberry jam). There is good structure in this Malbec with a taste of cinnamon hearts candy.

Catena Malbec 2009, $19.95
(LCBO part number 478727)
Big juicy with loads of aromas of damsom plum boysenberry + pomegranate that continue into the taste.

Dominio del Plata Ben Marco Malbec 2009
(only available on request from winery representative, $27.00)
My hands down favorite.  A BIG wine.  Dry with loads of tannins, aromas that remind me of a big bouquet of red roses.  Layered onto the wine is licorice + plums that continue into their taste.  Too bad this wine is not readily available at the LCBO.

Zuccardi Q Malbec 2009
(LCBO part number #723478, $19.95)
From the infamous Fuzion fame, Zuccardi family has made a slightly lighter styled Malbec  compared to the others I savoured. On your first sip, there is evidence that the wine has light tannins, black pepper aromas with a refreshing acidity that ends with black pepper finish.

Rutini Malbec 2009
See for yourself if you like this style of Malbec wines. Lighter again in weight compared to the other Malbecs that we sampled in this tasting.  The glass wafts of cherry & red berry aromas with light tannins & shorter finish.

After all of these Malbec wines, plus the other wines that were included in the 18 wines we sampled, no doubt our lips & teeth were 'naturally coloured' a shade of deep purple.  Want more info Malbec tips?  Contact me + I will offer you more Argentine recommendations from this delicious wine tasting.

However you celebrate it, Happy Malbec World Day.

Salud! - Debbie

An Ottawa First ... A Taste & Buy event featuring Prince Edward County wineries.  We invite you to join us.

Prince Edward County is Canada’s fastest growing wine region. Known as ‘The County’, it's a only a three hour drive from Ottawa making it an ideal day trip or a weekend getaway. There are always new wineries opening their doors each summer.

The County is coming to the City!

No need to wait for the summer to discover The County . . . The County is coming to Ottawa. Join us on Wednesday May 9^th for a fun Taste & Buy event where you can sip & sample outstanding wines from over 15 wineries.

This is a great opportunity to meet the people who make the wines, to learn more about their winery, their vineyards … and, of course, sample their best wines.

At this Taste & Buy event, you can order any combination of your favourite wines directly from the winemakers to be delivered straight to your home or office.

This event will sell out quickly. Buy your tickets now!

Featured Prince Edward County wineries include:
Casa-Dea Estates Winery
Closson Chase Winery
Karlo Estates
Keint-he Winery & Vineyards
Huff Estates Winery
Lighthall Vineyards
Rosehall Run Vineyards
Sandbanks Winery
… and more wineries will be announced!

Wine Spectator Magazine dubbed The County as
“the world’s least-known great wine zone”.

EVENT DETAILS
DATE: Wednesday May 9, 2012
EVENT BEGINS: 7pm
EVENT ENDS: 9 pm
LOCATION: Panorama Room, 
National Arts Centre, 53 Elgin Street, Ottawa

ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY:  
Savvy Special price: $50 per person before April 30th (Regular $55)
Bring a group of 4 friends: $180 total (save $10 each)
Ticket prices include all wine samples, assorted cheeses & HST.

You won’t find these wines at the LCBO
Many of The County wineries do not have their wines available at the LCBO. Our Savvy Sommeliers will be on hand to offer wine tips & help you discover new Prince Edward County wines. At this Taste & Buy event, you can order all of your favourites to be delivered straight to your home or office. It is that easy to discover The County!

The #1 reason to go to The County – Terroir Wine Festival

Join Savvy Company & many other wine enthusiasts on Saturday May 26^th to celebrate the wines of Prince Edward County at the annual Terroir Wine Festival. Sip, savour & graze around the historic Crystal Palace from 12pm – 8pm meeting winemakers & taking in seminars hosted by Savvy Company, winemakers & other wine personalities showcasing wines, cheeses & food in The County. Tickets $35 in advance ($40 at the door). We look forward to seeing you there!

Hop on the bus!
We are working on a roundtrip bus package from Ottawa. Interested? Email us to receive info as soon as it is ready.

Contact Savvy Company for more information about other Savvy Events

www.savvycompany.ca
613.SAVVYCO (613.728.8926)
Cheers!

 
UPDATE: This job posting is now filled as of April 1, 2012
Thank you for your interest!

Ever wondered how to get involved in the wine world?  Here is a great job opportunity for not only 1 person...but 2 people! A well-established wine & spirits agency is looking for two sales representatives for the Toronto and Ottawa markets. This agency, based in Toronto has operated for over 20 years representing a diverse portfolio of wines and premium spirits through all LCBO channels - General List, Vintages, Consignment and Private Stock.
 
This full-time position as a agency representative is focused on licensees (restaurants, hotels, clubs etc.) sales in their respective territory.

The wine sales agent position includes:

• Compensation of a monthly base salary (current going rate/standard)
• Commission for consignment sales
• Bonus for back bar listings, well brand's and house wine (by the glass) listing's.
• Generous sampling allowance
• Expenses
• Gas allowance

Ideally, the candidate would have 1 year or more experience selling to licensees;  however, a wine knowledgeabe sales
oriented beginner may be considered.
 
While the client would ideally like to hire a full-time representative, an experienced sales representative who is available
on a part-time basis (minimum 3 days per week) may also be considered.
 
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All Canadian Wine Championships Winners 2011

All of us at Savvy Company are thrilled that many of the wineries & their wines we have featured in our Savvy Selections wine of the month club have received impressive awards in this year's All Canadian Wine Championships. Kudos & Congrats!

 

Trophy Winners

Best Red Wine of the Year

Blasted Church Vineyards, BC 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot $25.99

 

Best White Wine of the Year

Mike Weir Wine, ON 2008 Riesling $14.95

 

Best Sparkling Wine of the Year

Flat Rock Cellars, ON 2007 Riddled $29.95

 

Larry Paterson Trophy, Best Dessert Wine of the Year

(Sponsored by Ontario Viniculture Association)
Vignoble du Marathonien, QC 2009 Vidal Late Harvest $28.00

 

Best Fruit Wine of the Year

(Sponsored by Ontario Viniculture Association)
Applewood Farm Winery, ON 2008 Iced Cider $19.95

 

Best Value Wine of the Year

Sonoran Estate Winery, BC 2007 Cabernet/Merlot $22.90

 

Best of Category Medals / Double Gold

 

Chardonnay, Unoaked

Blasted Church Vineyards, BC 2010 Chardonnay Musque $17.99

 

Chardonnay Under $20

Strewn, ON 2009 Chardonnay Barrel Aged $12.75 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Chardonnay Over $20

Quails’ Gate Winery, BC 2008 Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay $29.99

 

Riesling Dry

Thirty Bench Wine Makers, ON 2010 Small Lot Riesling Triangle Vineyard $30.00

 

Riesling Off Dry

Mike Weir Wine, ON 2008 Riesling $14.95

**Trophy, Best White Wine

 

Sauvignon Blanc

Sandhill Wines, BC 2010 Sauvignon Blanc $18.99

 

Gewurztraminer

Thornhaven Estates Winery, BC 2009 Gewürztraminer $17.90

 

Pinot Gris/Grigio

Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery, BC 2010 Private Reserve Pinot Gris $14.99

 

Pinot Blanc

Lake Breeze Vineyards, BC 2010 Pinot Blanc $17.00

 

Vidal

Aleksander Estate Winery, ON 2010 Vidal $10.95

 

Other Single White Hybrid

Jost Vineyards Ltd., NS 2010 Appellation L’Acadie $18.00

 

White Hybrid Blends

Jost Vineyards Ltd., NS 2010 Valley Roads L’Acadie Frontenac $9.99

 

Viognier

Pentage Wines 2009 Viognier $19.40

 

Other Single V.V. Whites

LA FRENZ, BC 2010 Semillon $19.90

 

White V.V. Blends

Hester Creek Estate Winery, BC 2010 Character White $19.99

 

Rose

Featherstone Winery, ON 2010 Rosé $14.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Cabernet Sauvignon Under $25

Peller Estates Winery Okanagan, BC

2008 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon $19.99

 

Cabernet Sauvignon Over $25

Dan Akroyd Wines, ON 2007 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon $34.95

 

Merlot Under $25

Nk’Mip Cellars, BC 2008 Merlot $19.99

 

Merlot Over $25

Ridgepoint Wines, ON 2007 Merlot $35.00

 

Pinot Noir Under $25

Stoney Ridge, ON 2009 Excellence Pinot Noir $25.00

 

Pinot Noir Over $25

Starling Lane Vancouver Island 2009 Pinot Noir $27.00

 

Cabernet Franc Under $25

Kacaba Vineyards, ON 2008 Cabernet Franc $18.95

 

Cabernet Franc Over $25

Pondview Estate Winery, ON 2009 Bella Terra Cabernet Franc $28.00

 

Bordeaux Blends Under $25

Sonoran Estate Winery, BC 2007 Cabernet Merlot $22.90

**Trophy, Best Value Wine of the Year

 

Bordeaux Blends Over $25

Blasted Church Vineyards 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot $25.99

** Trophy, Best Red Wine

 

Syrah / Shiraz Under $25

Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate, BC 2007 Proprietors’ Grand Reserve Shiraz $25.00

 

Syrah / Shiraz Over $25

Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate, BC 2008 Sunrock Shiraz Gold Series $35.00

 

Marechal Foch

Jost Vineyards Ltd., NS 2009 Marechal Foch $10.98

 

Baco Noir

D’Angelo Vineyards Estate Winery, ON 2008 Baco Noir $14.90

 

Other Single Hybrid Reds

Gaspereau Vineyards, NS 2008 Lucie Kuhlmann Barrel Select $24.99

 

Other Red Hybrid Blends

Beaufort Vineyard & Estate Winery, BC 2009 “Ca Beautage” $23.00

 

Other Single V.V. Reds

Desert Hills Estate Winery, BC 2010 Gamay $17.90

 

Other Red V.V. Blends

Ruby Tuesday Winery, BC 2009 Red Stiletto $25.00

 

Late Harvests

Vignoble du Marathonien, QC 2009 Vidal Vendange Tardives $28.00

** Larry Paterson Trophy, Best Dessert Wine of the Year

 

Riesling Icewine

Inniskillin Wines, ON 2008 Riesling Icewine $69.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Vidal Icewine

Peller Estates Winery Niagara 2008 Signature Series Vidal Icewine $54.95

 

Red Icewine

Inniskillin Wines, ON 2007 Cabernet Franc Icewine $79.95

 

Other Icewine

Caroline Cellars, ON 2009 Sauvignon Blanc Icewine $48.00

 

Soft Fruit Dry

Sanduz Estate Wines, BC N/V Dry Blueberry Wine $15.41

 

Soft Fruit Off-Dry

Applewood Farm Winery, ON 2009 Trio $14.95

 

Soft Fruit Dessert

Sanduz Estate Wines, BC N/V Raspberry Dessert Wine $19.28

 

Tree Fruit Dry

Les Vergers de la Colline, QC 2010 CID Cuivré $30.00

 

Tree Fruit Off-Dry

Forbidden Fruit Winery, BC 2010 Caught Apricot Mistelle $26.95

 

Tree Fruit Dessert

Coteau St-Paul, QC 2010 Carmina $18.00

 

Fruit Sparkling

Smith & Wilson Estates Wines, ON 2008 Pink Cadillac $18.00

 

Meades

Applewood Farm Winery ON NV Mac Meade $14.95

 

Iced Ciders

Applewood Farm Winery, ON 2008 Iced Cider $14.95

*Trophy, Best Fruit Wine of the Year

 

Grape Fortifieds & Other Desserts

LA FRENZ, BC 2009 Vintage Style Port $24.90

 

Medals of Merit

Sparkling

 

Gold

Hillebrand Winery, ON NV Trius Brut $24.95

Peller Estates Winery Niagara, ON NV Ice Cuvee Rose $35.00

Peller Estates Winery Niagara, ON NV Ice Cuvee $31.75

 

Silver

Gray Monk Estate Winery, BC 2008 Odyssey White Brut $24.99

Jackson Triggs Niagara Estate, ON 2009 Proprietors’ Reserve Cuvee Close Sparkling $14.95

Summerhill Pyramid Winery, BC NV Cipes Ice Brut $45.00

 

Bronze

Gray Monk Estate Winery, BC N/V Odyssey Rose Brut $24.99

Summerhill Pyramid Winery, BC NV Cipes Brut $24.99

 

Chardonnay, Unoaked

 

Gold

Fielding Estate Winery, ON 2010 Chardonnay Musque $16.95

Gray Monk Estate Winery, BC 2009 Chardonnay, Unwooded $16.99

 

Silver

Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery, BC 2010 Dry Rock Chardonnay Unoaked $13.99

Hillebrand Winery, ON 2009 Artist Series Unoaked Chardonnay $10.75

 

Bronze

Angel’s Gate Winery, ON 2008 Unoaked CHARDONNAY $12.95

Mt Lehman Winery, BC 2010 Unoaked Chardonnay $20.00

 

 

Chardonnay, Under $20

 

Gold

EauVivre Winery & Vineyards, BC 2008 Chardonnay $18.00

Red Rooster Winery, BC 2009 Chardonnay $16.99

Stoney Ridge, ON 2009 Simply White $14.00 winery featured in Savvy Selections

Strewn, ON 2008 Chardonnay Terroir $19.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Silver

Mission Hill Family Estate, BC 2009  Reserve Chardonnay $18.99

Mt. Boucherie Family Estate, BC 2009 Estate Collection Chardonnay $14.99

Pentage Wines, BC 2007 Chardonnay Reserve $19.90

Quinta Ferreira Estate Winery, BC 2009 Chardonnay $19.90

 

Bronze

Aleksander Estate Winery, ON 2010 Chardonnay $14.95

LA FRENZ, BC 2009 Chardonnay $19.90

Nk’Mip Cellars, BC 2009 Chardonnay $16.99

Pondview Estate Winery, ON 2009 Chardonnay $17.00

Quails’ Gate Winery,BC 2009 Chardonnay $19.99

Stoney Ridge, ON 2009 Warren Classic Chardonnay $15.00

 

Chardonnay Over $20

 

Gold

LA FRENZ, BC 2009 Reserve Chardonnay $28.90

Noble Ridge Vineyard & Winery, BC 2009 Chardonnay $23.90

Pondview Estate Winery, ON 2009 Bella Terra Chardonnay $24.00 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Silver

Huff Estates Winery, ON 2008 South Bay Chardonnay $29.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

Niagara College Teaching Winery, ON 2009 Dean’s List Chardonnay $27.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Bronze

Church & State Wines, BC 2009 Chardonnay $24.90

Stoney Ridge, ON 2009 Excellence Chardonnay $26.00 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Riesling Dry

 

Gold

Caroline Cellars, ON 2008 Riesling $11.50

Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery, BC 2010 Dry Riesling $13.99

Quails’ Gate Winery, BC 2010 Dry Riesling $16.99

 

Silver

Mission Hill Family Estate, BC 2009  Reserve Riesling $18.99

Silkscarf Winery, BC 2010 Riesling Muscat $22.00

SummerGate Winery, BC 2009 Riesling Two (Certified Organic) $19.90

 

Bronze

Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery, BC 2010 Private Reserve Riesling $14.99

Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery, BC 2010 Riesling $13.99

Huff Estates Winery, ON 2008 Riesling Reserve $19.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate, BC 2008 Proprietors’ Reserve Riesling $12.99

 

Riesling Off Dry

 

Gold

Cornerstone Estate Winery, ON 2009 Riesling Reserve $20.00 winery featured in Savvy Selections

Hinterbrook Estate Winery, ON 2010 Riesling $18.00

Huff Estates Winery, ON 2009 Riesling Medium Dry $17.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Silver

Rockway Glen Estate Winery, ON 2009 Fergie Jenkins ‘Limited Edition’ $14.95

 

Bronze

Angel’s Gate Winery, ON 2009 SUSSRESERVE RIESLING $13.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections this August!

 

Sauvignon Blanc

 

Gold

Hillebrand Winery,ON 2009 Trius Sauvignon Blanc $13.75

LA FRENZ, BC 2010 Sauvignon Blanc $21.90

Pentage Wines, BC 2010 Sauvignon Blanc $19.40

 

Silver

Henry of Pelham Family Estate, ON 2009 Sauvignon Blanc $14.95

Jackson Triggs Niagara Estate, ON 2009 Silver Series Sauvignon Blanc $17.95

 

Bronze

Dan Akroyd Wines, ON 2010 Sauvignon Blanc $14.95

Hinterbrook Estate Winery, ON 2010 Sauvignon Blanc $21.00

Stoney Ridge, ON 2010 Excellence Sauvignon Blanc $22.00 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Gewurztraminer

 

Gold

Flat Rock Cellars, ON 2010 Gewürztraminer $18.95

The View Winery, BC 2010 Gewürztraminer $16.95

Wild Goose Vineyards, BC 2010 Gewürztraminer $19.00

 

Silver

Red Rooster Winery , BC 2010 Gewurztraminer $15.99

Ruby Tuesday Winery, BC 2010 Gewurztraminer $20.00

Wild Goose Vineyards, BC 2010 Mystic River Gewurztraminer $23.00

 

Bronze

Arrowleaf Cellars, BC 2009 Solstice Gewürztraminer $20.00

Harwood Estates, ON 2009 Gewürztraminer $20.00

Kalala Organic Estate Winery, BC 2009 Gewürztraminer $17.95

See Ya Later Ranch, BC 2009 Gewürztraminer $14.99

 

Pinot Gris

 

Gold

8th Generation Vineyard, BC 2010 Pinot Gris $19.99

Fielding Estate Winery, ON 2010 Pinot Gris $18.95

Pentage Wines, BC 2010 Pinot Gris $17.40

Red Rooster Winery, BC 2010 Pinot Gris $16.99

Wild Goose Vineyards, BC 2009 Mystic River Pinot Gris $20.00

 

Silver

Black Widow Winery, BC 2010 PINOT GRIS $19.90

Blasted Church Vineyards, BC 2010 Pinot Gris $19.99

Inniskillin Wines, ON 2010 Pinot Grigio $12.95

Lake Breeze Vineyards, BC 2010 Pinot Gris $17.00

Therapy Vineyards, BC 2010 Pinot Gris $20.00

 

Bronze

Fielding Estate Winery, ON 2010 Estate Bottled Pinot Gris $21.95

Hester Creek Estate Winery, BC 2010 Pinot Gris $16.99

Peller Estates Winery Niagara, ON 2009 Private Reserve Pinot Gris $18.95

Smith & Wilson Estates Wines, ON 2010 Pinot Gris $14.00

Stoney Ridge, ON 2010 Pinot Grigio $17.00 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Pinot Blanc

 

Gold

Van Westen Vineyards, BC 2009 Vivacious $18.90

 

Silver

Wild Goose Vineyards, BC 2010 Mystic River Pinot Blanc $19.00

 

Bronze

Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery, BC 2010 Private Reserve Pinot Blanc $13.99

 

Viognier

 

Gold

Quinta Ferreira Estate Winery, BC 2009 Viognier $19.90

Silkscarf Winery, BC 2010 Viognier $22.00

 

Silver

D’Angelo Estate Winery, BC 2009 Viognier $19.90

Mt Lehman Winery, BC 2010 Viognier Reserve $24.00

 

Bronze

Serendipity Winery, BC 2009 Viognier $17.90

Van Westen Vineyards, BC 2009 Viognier $24.90

 

Vidal

 

Gold

Reif Estate Winery, ON 2010 Vidal $9.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Silver

Rockway Glen Estate Winery, ON 2010 Patio 19 $12.95

 

Bronze

Sanson Estate Winery, ON 2010 Autumn Harvest Vidal $13.95

 

Single White Hybrid

 

Gold

Gaspereau Vineyards, NS 2010 Seyval Blanc $16.99

Jost Vineyards Ltd., NS 2010 Cote St. George L’Acadie Blanc $15.99

 

Silver

Gaspereau Vineyards, NS 2010 L`Acadie Blanc $15.99

Jost Vineyards Ltd., NS 2010 Petite Milo $15.00

 

Bronze

Blomidon Estate Winery, NS 2009 L’Acadie Blanc $15.29

Domaine de Grand Pre, NS 2010 Muscat $18.50

 

Other Single V.V. Whites

 

Gold

Domaine de Chaberton, BC 2009 Bacchus Dry $15.40

Lake Breeze Vineyards, BC 2010 Semillon $19.00

SummerGate Winery, BC 2009 Muscat Ottonel (Certified Organic) $19.90

 

Silver

CedarCreek Estate Winery , BC 2010 Ehrenfelser $18.90

Domaine de Grand Pre, NS 2010 Ortega $20.00

LA FRENZ, BC 2009 Semillon $19.90

 

Bronze

Lake Breeze Vineyards , BC 2010 Ehrenfelser $19.00

Mt. Boucherie Family Estate, BC 2008 Estate Collection Semillon $12.99

Viewpointe Estate Winery, ON 2010 Auxerrois $14.95

 

White V.V. Blends

 

Gold

Arrowleaf Cellars, BC 2009 First Crush White $13.99

MUSE, BC 2010 Chardonnay/Semillon $19.00

Stag’s Hollow Winery , BC 2009 Con-Fusion $18.99

Therapy Vineyards, BC 2010 Alter Ego $25.00

 

Silver

Celista Estate Winery, BC 2010 Celista Conundrum $19.00

Diamond Estate Wines, Fresh, ON 2009 Gewurztraminer Riesling $11.95

Inniskillin Okanagan Vineyards, BC 2009 Discovery Series Marsanne Roussane $19.99

Ruby Tuesday Winery, BC 2010 White Stiletto $20.00

 

Bronze

Cherry Point Estate Wines, BC 2010 Ortega /Siegerrebe $20.01

Hester Creek Estate Winery, BC 2009 Semillon Chardonnay $15.99

Hillebrand Winery, ON 2009 Trius White $19.75

Reif Estate Winery, ON 2009 Trend White $12.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

Therapy Vineyards, BC 2010 Freudian Sip $17.00

 

White Hybrid Blends

 

Gold

Forbidden Fruit Winery, BC 2010 SauVidal Earth Series $21.00

Pelee Island Winery, ON 2010 Blanc de Blanc $9.95

 

Silver

Jost Vineyards Ltd., NS 2010 L’Acadie Pinot Grigio $12.99

Jost Vineyards Ltd., NS NV Kellermeister $9.99

 

Bronze

Domaine de Grand Pre, NS 2010 Tidal Bay $22.50

Gaspereau Vineyards, NS 2010 Appellation Wine $24.99

 

Rose

 

Gold

8th Generation Vineyard, BC 2010 Pinot Meunier Rosé $19.99

Hinterbrook Estate Winery, ON 2010 Rosé $16.00

Oliver Twist Estate Winery, BC 2010 Patio Passion $18.00

The View Winery, BC 2010 Distraction Rosé $14.50

 

Silver

CedarCreek Estate Winery, BC 2010 Pinot Noir Rosé $17.90

Coffin Ridge Boutique Winery, ON 2010 Resurrection Rosé $17.80

Greata Ranch Estate Winery, BC 2010 Rosé $13.90

Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, BC 2010 Oldfield Series 2Bench Rosé $22.99

 

Bronze

Colio Estate Wines Inc., ON 2010 Girls’ Night Out Chard / Merlot Rosé $12.75

Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate, BC 2009 Black Series Rosé $15.99

Kacaba Vineyards, ON 2010 Rebecca Rosé $14.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

Pondview Estate Winery, ON 2009 Cab Franc Rosé $15.00 winery featured in Savvy Selections

Volcanic Hills Estate Winery, BC 2010 Rosé $15.90

 

Cabernet Sauvignon Under $25

 

Gold

Legends Estates Winery, ON 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve $17.95

 

Silver

Inniskillin Okanagan Vineyards, BC

2008 Dark Horse Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon $24.99

 

Bronze

Colchester Ridge Estate Winery, ON 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon $19.80

 

Cabernet Sauvignon Over $25

 

Gold

Lakeview Cellars Estate Winery, ON 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve $34.95

Painted Rock Estate Winery, BC 2008 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon $40.00

 

Silver

Muscedere Vineyards,ON 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon $30.00

Nk’Mip Cellars, BC 2008 Qwam Qwmt Cabernet Sauvignon $29.99

 

Bronze

Desert Hills Estate Winery, BC 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon Proprietor’s Red $29.90

 

Merlot Under $25

 

Gold

Angel’s Gate Winery, ON 2008 MERLOT $14.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections this August!

Red Rooster Winery, BC 2009 Merlot $18.99

Thornhaven Estates Winery, BC 2008 MERLOT $24.90

Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, BC 2008 Merlot $17.99

 

Silver

Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate, BC 2008 Gold Series Merlot $20.00

Robin Ridge Winery, BC 2007 Merlot $19.90

Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, BC 2007 Oldfield Series Merlot $24.99

Wild Goose Vineyards, BC 2008 Merlot $20.00

 

Bronze

Legends Estates Winery, ON 2007 Merlot Reserve $17.95

Mission Hill Family Estate, BC 2007 Reserve Merlot $24.99

Seven Stones Winery , BC 2009 Row 128 Merlot $25.00

Sumac Ridge Estate Winery, BC 2008 Black Sage Vineyard Merlot $19.99

Merlot Over $25

 

Gold

Kalala Organic Estate Winery, BC 2008 Merlot $28.95

Ruby Tuesday Winery, BC 2008 Merlot Grand Reserve $40.00

 

Silver

Mission Hill Family Estate, BC 2006 Select Lot Collection Merlot $29.99

Van Westen Vineyards, BC 2007 Vivre la Vie $27.90

 

Bronze

Poplar Grove Winery, BC 2007 Merlot $29.90

 

Pinot Noir Under $25

 

Gold

D’Angelo Estate Winery, BC 2007 Pinot Noir $24.90

Lake Breeze Vineyards, BC 2008 Seven Poplars Pinot Noir $25.00

Mike Weir Wine, ON 2008 Pinot Noir $19.95

Mt. Boucherie Family Estate, BC 2009 Summit Reserve Pinot Noir $19.99

 

Silver

EauVivre Winery & Vineyards, BC 2008 Pinot Noir $19.00

Flat Rock Cellars, ON 2009 Pinot Noir $19.95

Stonechurch Vineyards, ON 2007 Pinot Noir Reserve $19.95

 

Bronze

Grange of Prince Edward, ON 2008 Trumpour’s Mill Pinot Noir $16.95

Mission Hill Family Estate, BC 2007  Reserve Pinot Noir $24.99

Robin Ridge Winery, BC 2009 Pinot Noir $21.90

Therapy Vineyards, BC 2009 Pinot Noir $22.00

 

Pinot Noir Over $25

 

Gold

Kacaba Vineyards, ON 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir $42.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

Nk’Mip Cellars, BC 2009 Qwam Qwmt Pinot Noir $29.99

 

Silver

CASSINI CELLARS, BC 2009 Pinot Noir Reserve $29.00

Church & State Wines, BC 2009 Hollenbach Pinot Noir $25.90

 

Bronze

LA FRENZ, BC 2009 Reserve Pinot Noir $31.90

Road 13 Vineyards, BC 2008 Jackpot Pinot Noir $39.99

 

Cabernet Franc Under $25

 

Gold

Colio Estate Wines Inc., ON 2007 CEV Cabernet Franc $20.75

Inniskillin Wines, ON

2008 Winemaker’s Series Two Vineyards Cabernet Franc $22.95

 

Silver

Hillside Estate Winery, BC 2008 Cabernet Franc $24.99

Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, BC 2008 Cabernet Franc $17.99

 

Bronze

Colchester Ridge Estate Winery , ON 2008 Cabernet Franc $17.80

Pelee Island Winery, ON 2010 Cabernet Franc $11.45

 

Cabernet Franc Over $25

 

Gold

Peller Estates Winery Niagara, ON 2008 Signature Series Cabernet Franc $38.00

 

Silver

Seven Stones Winery, BC 2009 Cabernet Franc $28.00

 

Bronze

Thirty Bench Wine Makers, ON 2008 Small Lot Cabernet Franc $40.00

 

Bordeaux Blends Under $25

 

Gold

Cerelia Vineyards & Estate Winery, BC 2008 Misceo $23.00

Colio Estate Wines Inc., ON 2006 CEV Meritage $20.75

Pelee Island Winery, ON 2008 Alvar Cabernet Merlot $12.95

 

Silver

Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery, BC 2009 Dry Rock Cabernet-Merlot $14.99

Jackson Triggs Niagara Estate, ON 2009 Black Series Cab Franc Cab Sauvignon $13.45

Ridgepoint Wines, ON 2007 Meritage $25.00

Smith & Wilson Estates Wines, ON 2007 Raleigh Vines $14.00

 

Bronze

Harvest Estate Wines, ON 2007 IT’s Our Time $13.95

Hester Creek Estate Winery, BC 2009 Cabernet Merlot $15.99

Lake Breeze Vineyards, BC 2008 Meritage $22.00

Stag’s Hollow Winery, BC 2008 Heritage Block $24.99

 

Bordeaux Blends Over $25

 

Gold

Church & State Wines, BC 2007 Quintessential $49.90

Gray Monk Estate Winery, BC 2009 Odyssey Meritage $34.99

LA FRENZ, BC 2007 Grand Total Reserve $39.90

Quinta Ferreira Estate Winery, BC 2007 Obra-Prima $34.90

Thornhaven Estates Winery, BC 2008 EVOLUTION $31.90

 

Silver

Church & State Wines, BC 2008 Coyote Bowl Meritage $34.90

Church & State Wines, BC 2008 Quintessential $49.90

Kacaba Vineyards, BC 2007 Reserve Meritage $44.95

LA FRENZ, BC 2008 Grand Total Reserve $39.90

 

Bronze

CASSINI CELLARS, BC 2009 Collector’s Series Maximus $29.00

Harbour Estates , ON 2007 Premier Vintage $45.00

Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate, BC 2007 Sunrock Meritage $35.00

Painted Rock Estate Winery , BC 2008 Estate Red Icon $55.00

Van Westen Vineyards , BC 2007 Voluptuous $29.90

 

Syrah / Shiraz Under $25

 

Gold

Moon Curser Vineyards, BC 2009 Syrah $24.90

 

Silver

Peller Estates Winery Okanagan, BC 2008 Private Reserve Syrah $19.99

 

Bronze

Mt. Boucherie Family Estate , BC 2007 Summit Reserve Syrah $24.99

Quinta Ferreira Estate Winery , BC 2008 Syrah $24.90

 

Syrah / Shiraz Over $25

 

Gold

Red Rooster Winery, BC 2009 Syrah Reserve $29.99

Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, BC 2007 Oldfield Series Syrah $29.99

 

Silver

Black Widow Winery, BC 2009 SYRAH $31.90

Mission Hill Family Estate, BC 2007 Select Lot Collection Syrah $36.99

 

Bronze

CedarCreek Estate Winery, BC 2008 Platinum Syrah $39.90

Painted Rock Estate Winery, BC 2008 Estate Syrah $40.00

 

Marechal Foch

 

Gold

Skimmerhorn Winery & Vineyard, BC 2009 Marechal Foch $19.50

 

Silver

Larch Hills Winery, BC 2009 Marechal Foch $16.40

Summerhill Pyramid Winery, BC 2007 Organic Foch $26.95

 

Bronze

Jost Vineyards Ltd., BC 2009 Cote St. George Marechal Foch $14.99

 

Baco Noir

 

Gold

Henry of Pelham Family Estate, ON 2008 Reserve Baco Noir $24.95

 

Silver

Sandbanks Estate Winery, ON 2008 Baco Noir Reserve $24.95

 

Bronze

Coffin Ridge Boutique Winery, ON 2009 Baco Noir Reserve $24.80

 

Other Single V.V. Reds

 

Gold

Domaine de Chaberton, BC 2009 Gamay Noir $15.25

Featherstone Winery, ON   2009 Gamay $19.99

Inniskillin Okanagan Vineyards, BC 2008 Discovery Series Malbec $24.99

 

Silver

Mt. Boucherie Family Estate, BC 2008 Family Reserve Zinfandel $34.99

The View Winery, BC 2009 Red Shoe Red (Pinotage) $14.50

 

Bronze

Legends Estates Winery, ON 2007 Petit Verdot Reserve $19.95

 

Other Single Hybrid Reds

 

Gold

Gaspereau Vineyards, NS 2009 Triomphe D’Alsace $17.99

 

Silver

Gaspereau Vineyards, NS 2008 Lucie Kuhlmann $21.99

 

Bronze

Annapolis Highland Vineyards , NS 2010 DeChaunac $22.00

 

Other V.V. Blends

 

Gold

Inniskillin Wines, ON 2008 Winemaker’s Series Shiraz Cabernet $24.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

Road 13 Vineyards, BC 2009 Rockpile $24.99

 

Silver

Hester Creek Estate Winery, BC 2009 Character Red $19.99

Reif Estate Winery, ON 2009 The Magician $19.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Bronze

Kalala Organic Estate Winery, BC 2009 Cuvée Noir $15.95

SMITH & WILSON ESTATE WINES, ON 2007 DOUBLE BARREL $15.00

 

Red Hybrid Blends

Gold

Gaspereau Vineyards, NS NV Vitis $21.99

Jost Vineyards Ltd., NS 2010 Valley Roads Leon Millot Baco Noir $9.99

L’Acadie Vineyards, NS 2009 Innovation Series Red $29.99

Stoney Ridge, ON 2010 Radical Red $25.00

 

Silver

Eastdell Estates Winery, ON 2009 Black Cab $12.95

Gillis of Belleisle Winery, NB 2010 Belleisle Premium Red $24.80

House of Rose Winery, BC 2009 Hot Flash $17.90

 

Bronze

Averill Creek Vineyard , BC 2009 Prevost $22.00

Domaine & Vins Gélinas , QC 2008 Rouge Réserve $20.00

Skimmerhorn Winery & Vineyard , BC N/V Devil’s Chair $19.50

 

Late Harvest Wines:

Gold

Hester Creek Estate Winery, BC 2009 Late Harvest Pinot Blanc $15.99

 

Silver

Reif Estate Winery, ON 2009 First Growth Riesling TBA $50.00 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Bronze

Calamus Estate Winery, ON 2009 Special Select Late Varvest Vidal $23.10 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

 

Riesling Icewines:

 

Gold

Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate, BC 2009 Gold Series Riesling Icewine $70.00

 

Silver

Mission Hill Family Estate, BC 2009 Reserve Riesling Icewine $59.99

 

Bronze

Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate, BC 2007 Proprietors’ Reserve Riesling Icewine $60.00

 

Vidal Icewines:

 

Gold

Inniskillin Okanagan Vineyards, BC 2008 Vidal Icewine $52.99

Inniskillin Wines, ON 2008 Sparkling Vidal Icewine $69.95

Mike Weir Wine, ON 2006 Icewine Vidal $39.95

Silver

Peller Estates Winery Niagara, ON 2008 Private Reserve Vidal Icewine $26.85, 200ml

Bronze

Domaine de Grand Pre, NS 2010 Vidal Icewine $39.50

Inniskillin Wines, ON 2007 Vidal Icewine $49.95

 

Red Icewines:

 

Gold

Pondview Estate Winery, ON 2009 Cab Franc Icewine $35.00

Strewn, ON 2008 Cab Franc Icewine $63.00

 

Silver

Hinterbrook Estate Winery, ON 2009 Cabernet Franc Icewine $48.00

Peller Estates Winery Niagara, ON 2008 Signature Series Cabernet Franc Icewine $90.00

Pondview Estate Winery, ON 2009 Bella Terra Cab Sauvignon Icewine $40.00

 

Bronze

Mike Weir Wine, ON 2008 Icewine Cabernet $39.95

Niagara College Teaching Winery, ON 2008 Dean’s List Cabernet Franc Icewine $54.95 winery featured in Savvy Selections

 

Other Icewines:

 

Gold

Caroline Cellars, ON 2009 CHARDONNAY ICEWINE $42.00

LuLu Island Winery, BC 2007 Riesling Chardonnay Icewine $69.00

 

Silver

Therapy Vineyards, BC 2010 Bi-Polar $50.00

 

Bronze

Domaine & Vins Gélinas, QC 2010 Signature Swenson White $32.00

Stoney Ridge, ON 2009 Excellence Gewurztraminer Icewine $100.00

 

Grape Fortifieds & Other Desserts

 

Gold

Harwood Estates, ON 2009 Just Desserts $25.00

House of Rose Winery, BC 2006 Vintage Okanagan Port $29.90

Stoney Ridge, ON n/v Passion $25.00

 

Silver

Annapolis Highland Vineyards, NS 2010 Highland Beauty $24.00

River’s Bend Winery, BC N/V AMBER $13.00

 

Bronze

La Halte des Pèlerins Inc., QC 2009 Le Miraculé $23.00

Stoney Ridge, ON 2009 Forte $20.00

 

Soft Fruit Dry

 

Gold

Westham Island Estate Winery, BC 2010 SnoGoos Wine $14.95

 

Silver

Sanduz Estate Wines, BC N/V Blueberry Merlot $16.37

 

Bronze

Living Sky Winery, SK 2010 Rhubarb $17.00

 

Soft Fruit Off Dry

 

Gold

Domaine Le Cageot, QC 2010 Le Frambleu $22.25

Muskoka Lakes Winery, ON 2009 Cranberry Blueberry $16.75

Westham Island Estate Winery, BC 2010 Raspberry Wine $12.95

 

Silver

Black Bear Farm Estate Winery, ON 2007 PAPA’S SPECIAL RESERVE $18.00

Living Sky Winery, SK 2010 Raspberry $17.00

Rocky Creek Winery, BC 2010 Blackberry $20.00

Silverside Farm & Winery, BC 2011 Tayberry $20.00

 

Bronze

Aleksander Estate Winery, ON 2010 Raspberry $13.95

Field Stone Fruit Wines, AB N/V Raspberry Fruit Wine $15.95

Harvest Estate Wines, ON N/V Blueberry Mist $9.95

Westham Island Estate Winery, BC 2010 Blueberry Wine $12.95

 

Soft Fruit Dessert

 

Gold

La Vallée de la Framboise Inc., QC 2010 Le Brochu $20.00

Muskoka Lakes Winery, ON 2009 Red Maple $18.85

 

Silver

Coastal Black Estate Winery, BC 2009 Raspberry Dessert $18.00

Field Stone Fruit Wines, AB N/V Saskatoon Berry Dessert Wine $19.95

Kawartha Country Wines, ON 2010 BlackBerry Dessert $9.80

 

Bronze

Black Bear Farm Estate Winery, ON 2009 STRAWBERRY & RED RASPBERRY $15.00

Black Bear Farm Estate Winery, ON 2009 BEAR’S SPECIAL BLEND $20.00

 

Tree Fruit Dry

 

Gold

Forbidden Fruit Winery, BC 2010 Cherysh Cherry Rose $19.95

 

Silver

Les Vergers de la Colline, QC 2010 Ancestral $8.78

 

Bronze

Cypress Hills Vyd & Winery, SK 2010 Saskatchewan Sour Cherries $18.75

 

Tree Fruit Off Dry

 

Gold

Harvest Estate Wines, ON n/v Nectarine Peach $9.95

Les Vergers de la Colline, QC 2010 Rosé (ROSEHIPS) $10.53

 

Silver

Domaine de Grand Pre, NS NV Stutz Hard Apple Cider $10.50

Muskoka Lakes Winery, ON 2010 Georgian Bay Rose $16.95

 

Bronze

Blue Moon Estate Winery, BC 2010 SIRIUS, Apple Table Wine $16.90

 

Tree Fruit Dessert

 

Gold

Jost Vineyards Ltd., NS NV Maple Wine $14.99

 

Silver

Living Sky Winery, SK 2010 Juliett Port-style $23.00

 

Bronze

Forbidden Fruit Winery, BC 2009 Cerise D’Eve Red Cherry Portstyle $29.95

Stoney Ridge, ON 2009 Blueberry Maple Ice $40.00

 

Meades

 

Gold

Applewood Farm Winery ON N/V Madrigal Meade $14.95

 

Silver

Munro’s Meadery, ON 2010 Sweet Mead $15.12

 

Bronze

No Bronze Awarded

 

Iced Ciders

 

Gold

Cidrerie du Minot, QC N/V CRÉMANT DE GLACE $25.00

Domaine Pinnacle, QC NV Reflet d’hiver Ice Cider $21.99

 

Silver

Cidrerie Verger Léo Boutin, QC 2009 Mont de Glace $19.50

Domaine Félibre, QC 2009 Givré $22.75

 

Bronze

Cidrerie du Minot, QC 2006 DU MINOT DES GLACES $15.50

Domaine Leduc-Piedimonte, QC 2007 Ice Cider $26.50

 

Fruit Sparkling

 

Gold

No Gold Awarded

 

Silver

Verger Belliveau Orchard, NB 2009 Framboise Mousseux $12.95

 

Bronze

Domaine Le Cageot, QC 2010 Le Cageolais $29.25

 

Congratulations to all of the winners!

Ontario Wine Awards 2011

The winners were announced on June 10, 2011 with great fanfare at this year’s Ontario Wine Awards. All of us in the Savvy Team congratulate the award winners – several winemakers who we are proud to have shone the spotlight on their talent & wines in our Savvy Selections wine of the month club.

Raise a glass & enjoy fantastic Ontario VQA wines!

Sparkling Wine Award

Gold: Peller Estates NV Ice Cuvée Rosé

Silver: Château des Charmes 2008 Rosé Sparkling Methode Traditionnelle – winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Henry of Pelham Family Estate NV Cuvée Catharine Brut - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Peller Estates NV Ice Cuvée

Dry Riesling Award

Gold: Château des Charmes 2008 ‘Old Vines’ Riesling Estate Bottled - featured in Savvy Selections

Silver: Henry of Pelham Family Estate 2008 Riesling

Bronze: Thirty Bench 2009 Small Lot Riesling Steel Post Vineyard

Semi-Dry Riesling Award

Gold: Mike Weir Estate 2008 Riesling - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Silver: Hillebrand Estates 2009 Showcase Riesling Four Mile Creek Vineyard

Silver: Flat Rock Cellars 2009 Riesling

Bronze: Tawse 2010 Quarry Road - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Dry White Varietal Award

Gold: Nyarai Cellars 2010 Viognier - winery & wine featured in Savvy Selections

Gold: Creekside Estate 2009 Viognier Reserve - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Silver: Konzelmann Estate 2008 Riesling Traminer Late Harvest - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Château des Charmes 2009 Aligoté Estate Bottled - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Gewurztraminer Award

Silver: Konzelmann Estate 2008 Gewurztraminer - winery & wine featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Malivoire Wine Company 2010 Gewurztraminer - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Pinot Blanc/Pinot Gris Award

Gold: Calamus Estate 2009 Pinot Gris - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Silver: Fielding Estate 2009 Pinot Gris - winery & wine featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Inniskillin 2010 Pinot Grigio - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon Award

Gold: Jackson Triggs 2009 Gold Series Fumé Blanc

Silver: Creekside Estate 2009 Sauvignon Blanc Reserve – winery & wine featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Jackson Triggs 2009 Gold Series White Meritage

Oaked Chardonnay Award ~ Under $20

Gold: Magnotta Winery 2007 Chardonnay Special Reserve

Silver: Stoney Ridge Estate 2009 Warren Classic Chardonnay - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Lailey Vineyard 2009 Chardonnay - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Oaked Chardonnay Award ~ Over $20

Gold: Exultet Estates 2009 Chardonnay

Silver: Tawse 2009 Robyn’s Block Chardonnay - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Coyote’s Run Estate 2009 Red Paw Vineyard Chardonnay - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Unoaked Chardonnay Award

Gold: Niagara College Teaching Winery 2009 Unoaked Chardonnay - winery & wine featured in Savvy Selections

Silver: Vineland Estates 2009 Chardonnay Musqué - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Tawse 2010 Chardonnay Musqué - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Rosé/Blanc de Noir Award

Gold: Flat Rock Cellars 2009 The Rogue Pinot Noir

Silver: Malivoire Wine Company 2010 Ladybug Rosé - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Palatine Hills Estate 2010 Cabernet Franc Rosé - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Tawse 2010 Sketches Rosé - winery & wine featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Southbrook Vineyards 2010 Connect Organic Rosé - winery & wine featured in Savvy Selections

Gamay Award

Gold: Malivoire Wine Company 2010 M2 Small Lot Gamay - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Silver: Malivoire Wine Company 2010 Gamay - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Malivoire Wine Company 2009 Courtney Gamay

Pinot Noir Award

Gold: Tawse 2008 Laidlaw Pinot Noir - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Silver: Stoney Ridge Estate 2009 Excellence Pinot Noir - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Rosewood Estates 2009 Pinot Noir Reserve - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Red Hybrid Award

Silver: Sandbanks Estate 2008 Foch Reserve

Bronze: Sandbanks Estate 2009 Baco Noir

Cabernet Sauvignon Award

Gold: Fielding Estate 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Silver: Southbrook Vineyards 2007 Whimsy Cabernet Sauvignon Lot 19 - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Strewn 2007 Terroir Cabernet Sauvignon - - winery & wine featured in Savvy Selections

Cabernet Franc Award

Gold: Kacaba Vineyards 2007 Cabernet Franc Reserve  - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Silver: Hillebrand Estates 2008 Showcase Cabernet Franc ‘Carlton Vineyard’

Silver: Peller Estates 2008 Signature Series Cabernet Franc

Bronze: Pillitteri Estates 2007 Exclamation Cabernet Franc Reserve  - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Rosewood Estates 2008 Cabernet Franc  - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Merlot Award

Silver: Kacaba Vineyards 2007 Merlot Reserve - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Hillebrand Estates 2007 Showcase Merlot ‘Carlton Vineyard’

Syrah/Shiraz Award

Gold: Flat Rock Cellars 2007 The Rogue Syrah

Silver: Lakeview Cellars 2007 Syrah Reserve (Diamond Estates-The Winery)

Bronze: Southbrook Vineyards 2009 Triomphe Syrah - winery & wine featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Kacaba Vineyards 2008 Syrah - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Creekside Estate 2007 Shiraz Reserve- winery featured in Savvy Selections

Meritage and Cabernet/Merlot Blends Award

Gold: Kacaba Vineyards 2007 Meritage Reserve - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Silver: Vineland Estates 2007 Cabernet Merlot Reserve - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Magnotta Winery 2007 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon Special Reserve

Late Harvest Award

Gold: Konzelmann Estate 2008 Special Select Late Harvest Vidal - winery & wine featured in Savvy Selections

Silver: Château des Charmes 2008 Late Harvest Riesling Estate Bottled - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Calamus Estate 2009 Special Select Late Harvest Vidal  - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Vidal Icewine Award

Gold: Inniskillin 2007 Pearl Vidal Icewine

Silver: Inniskillin 2008 Sparkling Icewine

Bronze: Inniskillin 2006 Oak-Aged Vidal Icewine

Vinifera Icewine Award

Gold: Magnotta Winery 2007 Cabernet Franc Icewine Limited Edition

Silver: Mike Weir Estate 2008 Cabernet Icewine

Bronze: Peller Estates 2008 Signature Series Cabernet Franc Icewine

Blended White Award

Gold: Peninsula Ridge Estates 2009 Top Bench White - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Silver: Hinterbrook 2010 Cabernet Franc Blanc

Bronze: Legends Estates 2010 Truth

Blended Red Award

Gold: Wayne Gretzky Estates 2008 Estate Series Shiraz/Cabernet

Silver: Reif Estate 2009 The Magician - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Bronze: Vineland Estates 2009 Pinot Meunier - winery featured in Savvy Selections

Best Label Design Award

Gold: Kacaba Vineyards 2008 Single Vineyard Syrah

Silver: Lakeview Cellars 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve

Bronze: Fielding Estate 2007 Chosen Few Red

Wine Journalism Award

Beppi Crosariol, The Globe and Mail

White Wine of the Year Award

Château des Charmes, 2008 ‘Old Vines’ Riesling Estate Bottled

Red Wine of the Year Award

Flat Rock Cellars, 2007 The Rogue Syrah

Innovation in the Vineyard Award

Deborah Paskus, Closson Chase Vineyards

Winemaker of the Year Award

Paul Pender, Tawse Winery – Savvy Selections June featured winery & winemaker