Editor’s Picks: Summer Wines

Our editors had the extremely hard job (someone’s got to do it!) of
sampling some of the summer’s best wines. Kick back, raise a glass and
discover which vinos made this year’s list.

Invited to a summertime dinner party? Start by toasting the chef
with a local Crémant
de pomme du Minot Sparkling Cider ($10.00).
But what you bring to the table will depend on whats being served.

Sip a lively and fruity Quinta
da Aveleda Vinho Verde ($10.80) with your seafood-based
appetizers.

Uncork a bottle of Château
d’Aussières Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite),
Corbières AOC ($22.45), with notes of violet, spices, blackberry and
licorice to serve with grilled lamb, pork, and sausage.

Throwing a big fat steak on the grill? Fill up your glass with
Two
Hands Gnarly Dudes Shiraz ($31.25), an
intense-glass-staining wine with flavours of plum, blueberry and currant
fruit.

Pair the golden fruit- and honey-scented Friulano
Schiopetto Collio 2008 ($25.05) with a seafood supper.
Jennifer Nachshen

All wines at the SAQ, www.SAQ.com