April News and Sales

People have been asking me, “Will the hike of 6.3% in the federal beverage alcohol duty, affect your prices”? No, our prices will not be affected. You will be paying more at the LCBO and other distributors. So NOW, would be a great time to save on your next batch of wine. For the month of April, you can save up to $20.00 on these selected wines.

Cru International (Reg. $149.99 – $154.99/ Now $139.99 – $144.99)

Explore The World. Your Own Way. These wines highlight the unique tastes of the most acclaimed wine styles of the old and new worlds.

German Riesling – Clean, crisp, and slightly fruity, this wine is full of fruit flavour with an intense and pleasing aroma. You will want to savour through to the last sip. Works well with Thai and Chinese take-out, pork tenderloin and light seafood fare.

French Rosé – Made in the classic French rosé style, it is light bodied and pink in colour with spiced strawberry and crisp, citrus aromas. The palate features fresh strawberry flavours with a refreshing fruity finish. Try with Italian paninis or an Israeli cous cous salad.

Argentinian Malbec Syrah – Argentina’s best known and cherished red grape, Malbec is blended with spicy Syrah to create a wine with pleasant toasty aromas and hints of cherry and dark fruit on the palate. Fermenting your wine on GenuWine Winery Dried Grape Skins will add deep hues, enhance the bouquet, and promote chewy tannins for a lingering finish. Pair with honey garlic chicken wings or beef brisket.

Cru Select Platinum Series (Reg. $169.99 – $174.99 / Now $159.99 – $164.99)

Share The Joy. Your Own Way. Made only from the best juices from the greatest vineyards on the wine planet.

Australian Chardonnay – A classic style Chardonnay that is clean, crisp and rich in varietal character with fruit flavours abound. It is golden-hued and slightly tart while flavours of vanilla and cloves tantalize the palate. Pair with buttery shrimp, poached salmon or cedar planked halibut.

Italian Bella Bianco -This modern and bold Italian style white blend is extraordinarily rich with buttery aromas and flavours that are balanced by lush tropical fruit and full oak character. Enjoy with shellfish, baked ham or medium cheddar cheese.

Italian Rosso Grande -Deep ruby-garnet colour and spicy oak aromas, bursting with vibrant flavours of ripe berries and black cherries. This is a classic, food-friendly Italian style red wine. Great with meaty pizza or pasta and tomato sauce.

Secondly, all five of our Restricted Quantity are now wines available, but they are selling out quickly! Call and reserve yours today or you might miss out. Check below for current inventory levels.

The Charisma Collection (Reg. $209.99 – $219.99 / Now $189.99 – $199.99)

This year, RQ2023 Restricted Quantities invites you to experience the magic of craft winemaking with an expressive collection of alluring wines that will charm you at first sip but make a lasting impression with their magnetic power. Deeply energetic, captivating and attractive, these five charismatic creatures hailing from Australia and South Africa – Vivid, Majestic, Alluring, Dazzling, and Elegant – are bound to enrapture the winemaker in you. Please take note of their release dates.

VIVID – AUSTRALIAN GRENACHE SHIRAZ MOURVÈDRE (Reg. $219.99 / Now $199.99)

Aromatic and feathery yet passionately intense, VIVID embodies new-world sophistication as the most distinguished blend in the room! Charming with its complex red fruit flavours, this spicy Australian Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre extrovert is not only socially adored, but a fiery entertainer with a vibrant and invigorating personality.

Spicy flare with a nose of juicy red fruits and ripe cherries. Smoked meatiness and chocolate flavour on the palate. Tannins are feathery and velvety smooth. A sublime pairing for Braised Beef Stew, Lamb & Rosemary Pie or Chicken Schnitzel.
NOW AVAILABLE (Only 9 left)

MAJESTIC – AUSTRALIAN SEMILLION SAUVIGNON BLANC (Reg. $209.99 / Now $189.99)

Making a splash with its premium signature style, MAJESTIC swirls an instant attraction. Fruit driven and regally crisp, this fragrant Australia Semillion Sauvignon Blanc sings harmoniously together. Beautifully balanced with a graceful succulence, never has a spectacular blend been so melodically intriguing.

A fresh bouquet of ripe apples, pear and gooseberry with a hint of oak. Delicate grassy and herbaceous flavour notes. Deliciously aromatic with a medium-long finish. An enchanted match for Oven Roasted Cherry Tomato Salmon Trout, Grilled Garlic & Herb Prawns or Creamy Chicken Risotto.
NOW AVAILABLE (Only 1 left !!!)

ALLURING – AUSTRALIAN MERLOT (Reg. $219.99 / Now $199.99)

Velvety, sensual and romantic at heart, ALLURING sparks an undeniable attraction worthy of turning heads around the globe. Ripe and plush with a soft finish, this arousing plummy Australian Merlot pulls you right into the glass. Adored for its wildly popular taste and easy-going charm, it’s not surprising that this irresistible beauty captivates winemakers everywhere.

Wonderfully fleshy with big hits of plum, jam, raisin and red berries. Gently spiced, silky tannins and a smoky oak finish, round out a phenomenally suave demeanor. Pairs beautifully with Root Vegetable Pork Roast, Gruyère Potatoes au Gratin or Peppery Sausage Lasagna.
NOW AVAILABLE (Only 11 left)

DAZZLING – SOUTH AFRICAN PINOTAGE

Distinctly striking and audacious, DAZZLING fearlessly claims your attention with its stunning profile. Delivering an unforgettable smoky aroma, this uniquely famous South African Pinotage is proudly bolder than its predecessors Cinsault and Pinot Noir. Thrilling palettes with coffee flavours, you can expect this admired powerhouse to entice legions of fans the world over.

Upfront smoky aromas, prunes and blackberries on the nose. Indulgent espresso on the palate makes for a remarkably firm and unique pour. Impressive pairing for Coffee Rubbed Ribs, Braai Portobello Burgers or Beef & Mustard Seed Curry.
NOW AVAILABLE (Only 9 Left)

ELEGANT – SOUTH AFRICAN CHENIN BLANC CHARDONNAY VIOGNIER

Intriguingly floral and luxuriously lithe, ELEGANT upholds an impressive and well-balanced swagger. This exceptionally bright South African Chenin Blanc Chardonnay Viognier is exquisitely adaptive and wildly versatile. Lingering citrus notes and herbaceous aromas inspire a stylish, respected and fiercely beloved blend that lingers long past its first encounter.

Divine pink grapefruit, pear, peach, lemon and citrus aromas burst like sunshine on the palate! Floral undertones and delicate spice leave a nuanced mouthfeel. Couple with Sage Butter Chicken, Pan-Roasted Lobster with Chive Beurre Blanc or Grilled Pork & Apple Salad.
NOW AVAILABLE (Only 5 Left)