October Specials! RQ2023 Pre-Order Deadline! Thanksgiving Weekend Hours!
So much to get to this month, I will keep the preamble to a minimum. There are a lot of great wines on sale this month, do yourself a favour and save up to $20 off our regular prices. Also take a look at the Restricted Quantity line up for 2023, and remember pre-ordering these wines is the only way to guarantee you don’t miss out on them. The deadline is October 27th. Also please note our amended Thanksgiving Day weekend hours.
Cru International Premium Wines
South African Chenin Blanc (Regularly $144.99/ Now $134.99)
The fruity nose has hints of green apple and lemon with a subtle floral bouquet. On the palate, true to its South African origins, it is delightfully refreshing. Perfect with sushi or Italian fried and stuffed rice balls (Arancini di Riso).
California Syrah (Regularly $149.99/ Now $139.99)
Raspberries and peppery spice blend in harmony to create an elegant flavour with soft, balanced tannins and a lingering, smooth finish. This is a California wine at its best. Fermenting your wine on GenuWine Winery Dried Grape Skins will add deep hues, enhance the bouquet, and promote chewy tannins for a lingering finish. Try with teriyaki beef or Shanghai stirfry and cabbage.
Italian Nebbiolo (Regularly $149.99/ Now $139.99)
Luxurious flavours of dark plums and chocolate greet the nose, while hints of blackberries, toasted oak and spices are found on the palate of this great Italian classic. Fermenting your wine on GenuWine Winery Dried Grape Skins will add deep hues, enhance the bouquet, and promote chewy tannins for a lingering finish. Serve with Italian pastas such as gnocchi or wild mushroom and risotto.
And our Limited Edition..
Ontario Cabernet Franc Style (Regularly $159.99/ Now $149.99)
Embodying a style classic to the Niagara winemaking region, this ruby-red Ontario Cabernet Franc is an unforgettable experience. Luxurious, food-friendly acidic flavours of cherries, blackberries and plums combined with toasty nutmeg and vanilla spices, bring this medium-bodied wine to life. On the palate, it unveils a round mouth feel with the bold tannins from the Genuwine Winery Dried Grapeskins for a remarkably supported finish. The rich aromas and robust complexity of this elegant Cabernet Franc compliments the flavours of a hearty Grilled Alberta Steak with Roasted Red Peppers, Cedar-Plank Salmon, or Classic Canadian Wood-Oven Pizza. There are only 9 left, don’t miss out! First come first served!
Cru Select Platinum Series Ultra Premium Wines
Australian Chardonnay (Regularly $164.99/ Now $154.99)
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.
Australian Shiraz (Regularly $169.99/ Now $159.99)
Deep and dark in colour with a rich bouquet of fruit and a hint of cassis, this is the Shiraz that put Australian wines on the map. Ideal with spicy chili con carne or burgers with grilled onions and gouda cheese.
Italian Rosso Grande (Regularly $169.99/ Now $159.99)
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.
EN Primeur Winery Series Ultra Premium Wines
Australian Riesling Gewurztraminer (Regularly $194.99/ Now $184.99)
Apples, spice, and slight minerality on the nose. Flavours of citrus, floral and honey linger on the palate. Pleasant acidity to balance sweetness. A triumph. Flavours of citrus, floral and honey linger on the palate. Pleasant acidity to balance sweetness. Pair with sesame chicken salad and ginger lime dressing or stuffed pork tenderloins.
Chilean Pinot Noir Rose (Regularly $199.99/ Now $189.99)
Bursting with the aromas and flavours of strawberry jam, complemented by raspberries, rhubarb and floral notes. Juicy on the palate, it’s exquisitely balanced with a luxuriously smooth mouthfeel. Sip on its own, or savour with planked salmon, grilled chicken or ripe Brie cheese.
Italian Valpola (Regularly $199.99/ Now $189.99)
A fruit-forward nose with aromas of raisins, dark cherries, and toasted oak. Notes of sweet chocolate, prunes and firm tannins grace the palate. Fermenting your wine on GenuWine Winery Crushed Grape Skins will enhance the bouquet and contribute soft velvety tannins for a round, juicy mouthfeel. Tastes great with stuffed mushrooms or veal parmigiana.
Last call for our 2022 Restricted Quantity wines, and at $20.00 off our regular price. Here is a list of our current inventory:
(Regularly $219.99/ Now $199.99)
La Cueca Chilean Sauvignon Blanc – SOLD OUT!
El Tango Argentinian Malbec/Bonarda/Syrah blend – only 3 left !!!
La Zambra Spanish Monastrell – only 3 left !!!
El Pasodoble Spanish Petit Verdot – only 4 left !!!
El Flamenco Spanish Rose Garnacha – SOLD OUT!
Hurry in! They are here for a limited time, and once they’re gone, they’re gone.
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
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.
January 2023 Release
MAJESTIC – AUSTRALIAN SEMILLION SAUVIGNON BLANC
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.
January 2023 Release
ALLURING – AUSTRALIAN MERLOT
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.
February 2023 Release
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.
March 2023 Release
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.
April 2023 Release