Two p.m. lunches have become by favourite new trend in entertaining
(although the Brits did it first). To pair with a seafood and rabbit
paella at a New Year’s Day lunch, I’d serve the Passe-Tout-Grains
(PTG) from Joie Farm, a classic Burgundian blend of Pinot Noir and
Gamay. $24 www.joiefarm.com
Sarah Bancroft
Indulge in something a bit exotic as you toast to the New Year. Sakagura
No Nigori Umeshu is a pressed plum wine that tastes absolutely heavenly
after being chilled. The perfectly small bottles are excellent for
toting to parties and for gifting to the hostess! $25.99 at www.bin905.com
Kait Kucy
A visit to The
Vibrant Vine is a real trip. And not just because its in Kelowna.
Their psychedelic artwork covers almost every square inch of the winery
(which I first discovered when I visited for this video
series) and it also enwraps their signature pinot grigio. Vibrant
Vine 2009 pinot grigio, $23.50 at Darbys Cold Beer and Wine, 2001
Macdonald St., Vancouve. Kelsey Dundon
For some of the seasons best boozy buys, we went to sommelière
extraordinaire Jessica Harnois. "Most people know wines from the
Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc but for the holidays, nothing beats a good
Chenin Blanc. This rich, floral and well-rounded wine pairs beautifully
with white meat (like turkey) and works as either an aperitif or served
with the main course. I particularly like a French classic: Domaine
FL Le Parc Savennières2007, a prestigious appellation from the
Loire region. 23.60 at SAQ.
Not having a sweet tooth, I prefer a glass of red wine at the end of the
meal. And when it is Township
7s 09 Merlot with its notes of Raspberry and Cocoa dust, well who
needs desert? SB $24.99 at www.township7.com
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