Tasting Notes: KILCHOMAN (kil –cHO–man) Founded in 2005, Kilchoman is not only the first distillery to be built on the Isle of Islay in 124 years, but it is also one of the few to handle the entire whisky production process in-house. Sanaig (saah-NIG) Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky Distillery Bottling ABV: 46% CASK TYPE: Bourbon & Sherry ( 30/70%) PEATING LEVEL: 50 Parts per Million Non Age Statement (NAS) Non-Chilled Filtered and Natural Color 100% ISLAY 11TH EDITION RELEASE The 100% Islay 11th Edition was distilled from our 2007, 2009, 2010 and 2011 barley harvests before being matured in 26 bourbon barrels and 7 oloroso sherry butts for a minimum of 9 years. The intense floral sweetness gives way to layers of rich spices, plums, dates and leather then grilled fruit, malt and vanilla with waves of clean fresh peat smoke and citrus sweetness on the finish. The Barley comes from the mainland to Diageo’s Port Ellen Maltings where it is malted then peated. It is then sent to the Kilchoman Distillery. Named after an inlet on Islay’s rugged Atlantic coast, Sanaig is a vatting of both sherry and bourbon casks. The high proportion of Oloroso sherry influence adding a balance of dried fruits and spices to classic Kilchoman citrus sweetness and peat smoke character. A fantastic balance of peat smoke, fruit and sweetness.

Price: $102.99

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Tasting Notes: This is one of the Argentine projects of the world-renowned Michel Rolland, influential wine maker and consultant stationed in Bordeaux. Consistently excellent over the years, it is a Malbec based Bordeaux style blend. 2018 recipe : 55% Malbec, 19% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Syrah, 2% Petit Verdot , 2% Cabernet Franc. Eye: black purple, opaque. Nose: blueberry, marionberry, blackberry, violets. Palate: Plenty of berry fruits, chocolate, black coffee, leather, medium grippy tannins. Intense, extracted, with a long finish. Pair with the usual suspects: beef, lamb, hard cheeses. Drink now-around 2027.

Price: $26.99 750 ml

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Tasting Notes: Deep burnt cherry in colour. Rose petal and cranberry aromas lift from the glass. The palate is filled with flavours of strawberry, raspberry and mixed peel along with earthy textural elements. The sweet fruit flavours are defined by a lingering natural acidity. Not too strong for pork but best paired with a juicey Angus burger topped with Monterey cheese.

Price: $19.99

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Tasting Notes: If you want a gorgeous wine to compliment your favourite fall dishes this season, definitely check out this wine. This bottle won over my guests last weekend as we dined on creamy spinach and artichoke stuffed chicken, mushroom risotto, and sautéed zucchini. Aromas of tropical fruit and honeysuckle lead the nose. On the tangy palate, vibrant acidity accompanies pineapple, grapefruit and a hint of bitter almond.

Price: $21.49

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Tasting Notes: Beaujolais is underrated here! But so worth tasting and a number to choose from. This one is fairly new on the shelf from Made from Gamay grapes harvested from 70 to 100 year old vines situated at 350 meters above sea level on south facing slopes. The domaine stretches over 24 hectars in the Cru Classe Villages in Beaujolais. Hand picked, the grapes are separated on a vibrating sorting table and fermented with semi-carbonic maceration for 10 to 12 days. Aged in old oak barrels on fine lees for 3 to 4 months, the wine is bottled without filtration. Light in body but jam packed with flavours of black currants, raspberry, peach and violets. Tannins are also light with a slight bitter finish. Enjoy with charcuterie, cheeses, or a tasty beef bourguignon.

Price: $25.99

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