by Nicole MacKay | Mar 31, 2022
Owl’s Brew Boozy Tea White Tea, Raspberry, & Watermelon Owl's Brew Boozy Tea ticks a lot of boxes. Of course, being made with fresh-brewed tea is the focus. But the female-founded company strives to communicate transparency. All flavours are free of...
by Nicole MacKay | Mar 29, 2022
Lost Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Hailing from the rain shadow of the Cascade Range, Lost Peak Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 holds its own as distinctly Washingtonian. Not too heady, but cheerfully expressive and boldly intriguing. A medley of dark fruit aromas - black...
by Nicole MacKay | Mar 22, 2022
Road 13 Jackpot 5th Element 2019 It was a bit of a gamble opening this 2019 Fifth Element from Road 13. I was hedging my bets that it wasn't too early, yet I knew full well that it would likely benefit with another decade (give or take) of rest. Fortunately, my...
by Nicole MacKay | Feb 27, 2022
Tommasi Arele Rosso Trevenezie IGT 2017 Tommasi Arele Rosso Trevenezie IGT 2017 is a soft, full-bodied expression from made in the appassimento style. A nose of ripe red fruits, accompanying notes of fig, cherry, and soft mulling spices. Rich and enveloping palate...
by Nicole MacKay | Feb 12, 2022
Zorzal EGGO Blanc de Cal Sauvignon Blanc 2019 An absolute delight to taste Zorzal EGGO Blanc de Cal Sauvignon Blanc 2019. This one is reminiscent of the herbal, high acidity versions we all know and (mostly) love from NZ. But takes it a step further with a tremendous...