Recorded at Napoli’s Cafe and joined by Bassel Khalil Wines in this episode:Santa Margherita Brut Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore$20.95https://www.lcbo.com/en/santa-margherita-brut-valdobbiadene-prosecco-superiore-687582 Paired with Zuc

Desserts and Wine

Aug 7th, 2022 27m 23s

Did you know that...Canada is the #1 consumer of donuts in the WORLD!!!Japan is a close secondCanada consumes over a billion donuts a year.In 2017 if you stacked donuts consumed in Canada next to the CN tower. Those donuts would have dwarfe

Merlot and Mexican

Jun 12th, 2022 25m 30s

Merlot is a super friendly grape that pairs easily with most foods.Les Jamelles Merlot Pays d'Oc$15.35, LCBO#: 245324A deep ruby colour with forward dark fruit aromas that include black berries, currants and cherries; medium body, easy drin

Pinot Noir and Popcorn

Apr 16th, 2022 11m 57s

Pinot Noir and Popcorn is a classic pairing for any night with a movie or the game.We made popcorn on the stove using a big pot and hot oil then added butter and a good amount of salt. Don’t use microwave popcorn because the traditional metho

Exploring Pinot Noir

Apr 16th, 2022 22m 26s

Pinot Noir grapes are grown around the world. This episode explores the difference between a Pinot Noir from France, New Zealand and Ontario.Bouchard Père & Fils Pinot Noir Bourgogne$24.30LCBO#: 605667Pale ruby colour; dark fruit and beet

Getting to know Carmenère

Mar 26th, 2022 23m 19s

Carmenère is a grape from Chili that offers tremendous value and variety. Food pairings included garlic chicken and ribs with a generous amount of Kansas style BBQ sauce.Root 1 Carmenere Colchagua, $14.20Red plum, black fruit and spice; dry

Discovering Vinho Verde

Mar 6th, 2022 15m 16s

You may have walked right past bottles of Vinho Verde and never noticed.In this episode, Paul explains this unique form of wine from Portugal. It is a very well priced type of white wine that will be easily loved by all.Casal Garcia Vinho

Trying Twisted Cedar

Mar 6th, 2022 19m 32s

One of the best selling wines in the United States finally comes north.The Twisted Cedar wine brand is wholly owned by the Cedar Band of Paiute Indians, one of five constituent Bands of the Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah.Very aggressive pricing

Mystery Wines

Nov 27th, 2021 20m 13s

You may have your favourite types of wines that you buy all the time.This episode explores some grapes that you may not be familiar with, but you should be trying.Cesari Costa di Rose Rosé 2020 (Sangiovese) Easy-drinking rosé with an efferv

Expensive Christmas Gifts Idea

Nov 5th, 2021 27m 55s

Its been a tough year. This may be the time to splurge on a couple of items.Products in this episode are...Tommasi Graticcio & Lugana, 2 x 750 mL bottles make a great gift. The red is Tommasi Graticcio Appassionato which has dried fruit, he

Perfect wine picks for Thanksgiving

Oct 2nd, 2021 21m 15s

The wines in this episode include...Bernard-Massard Cuvée de l'Écusson Brut Sparkling Rosé Pinot NoirVINTAGES#: 369074$19.95Sparkling wine made from Pinot Noir wine grapes. Juicy with light herbs. Pair with turkey, ham and charcuterie. Ce

KFC and Wine!

Aug 16th, 2021 10m 38s

In this episode Paul pairs KFC with a sparkling wine and two RED wines!The bottles.... Henkell Trocken, $15.05 Enjoy light sweetness and a balanced finish. Ideal for entertaining; pair with appetizers, seafood, poultry or light, fruit-based

Burgers and Beaujolais

Jul 25th, 2021 28m 47s

Paul pairs burgers and Beaujolais! What is a Beaujolais? How is it different than a gamay? What is the difference between France and Ontario versions? Which Beaujolais goes with which burger?The burgers in this episode are:Pub Burger - Le

Rosé with Nachos

Jun 13th, 2021 23m 52s

Paul pairs Rosé from Ontario, France and California with nachos.The bottles in this episode include....Rosehall Run Pixie Sparkling Rosé VQALCBO#: 492959 $19.95A lovely sparkling blend of vidal and pinot noir from one of Prince Edward C

Sauvignon Blanc from Ontario, California and New Zealand

Apr 18th, 2021 22m 48s

Paul Carriere has three Sauvignon Blanc wines, from three different parts of the world... and they all taste completely different.The wines are paired with a Caesar salad and a margarita pizza.The wines in this episode are:Henry of Palham,

Shiraz paired with some comfort foods

Feb 20th, 2021 25m 30s

Paul explains the difference between a Shiraz and a Syrah (they are the same) plus pairs the bottles with meatloaf and a smoked meat poutine.Famille Perrin Réserve Côtes du RhôneVINTAGES#: 363457$16.95Ripe red berry fruit and spicesPaire

Introduction to Cabernet Sauvignon

Jan 24th, 2021 24m 42s

Learn the the differences in a Cabernet Sauvignon with wines from France, Argentina and California. Plus, Paul explains how a pandemic in France during the 1800's caused this popular grape to spread around the world.The wines in this episode

Blending Basics with Hearty Reds

Jan 9th, 2021 43m 51s

Paul Carriere explains why some of the best wines in the world are blends.Wines tasted in this episode:Château Pierre de Montignac 2015, $25.95 Smoke, fine oak, coffee and ripe dark fruit. Pair with an older salty cheddar.Marchesi de'

Old World vs New World Cabernet Sauvignon

Oct 11th, 2020 48m 54s

The wines Paul has picked are:Torres Gran Coronas Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon$19.95Over 130 years old, Spain's Torres Winery almost single-handedly established the now-famous Penedès wine region. Intense redcurrant and plum, plus coffee bean

A Summer Night In

Aug 3rd, 2020 40m

Paul makes your hot summer night easier with these perfect pairings...Anselme La Fiole Du Pape Chateauneuf-Du-Pape AOC, $44.95paired with a meat lovers pizza and chicken wings with Texas BBQ sauceCitra Pinot Grigio Terre Di Chieti IGP, $9

Fruity Whites

Jun 15th, 2020 39m 7s

The wines in this podcast are:Matua Hawke's Bay Sauvignon Blanc: Pear, passion fruit, melon, tropical with lively acidity.Schloss Schönborn Estate Feinherb Riesling 2018: Apple, peach, apricot and automotive. Warming afterglow.Werner A

Fruity Reds

May 10th, 2020 58m 28s

Get the basics of fruity reds with some amazing food pairings.In this episode, the wines are:J. Lohr Los Osos Merlot paired with Sweet and Sour Chicken BallsLouis Jadot Beaujolais-Villages paired with Egg RollsGnarly Head Old Vine Zinfande

The Wines of Ontario

Apr 26th, 2020 52m 44s

Paul explores the growing regions for his backyard of Ontario, Canada.

Red Wine Basics

Apr 10th, 2020 34m 37s

Enjoy reds even more when you know the basics.The Black Chook Shiraz/Viognier 2017, $18.95Shiraz BlendVINTAGES#: 66738This brilliantly priced red shows perfumed aromas of black/blueberry, raspberry, toasted nut and warm spice on the nose,

White Wine Basics

Apr 10th, 2020 33m 40s

Learn the main varieties of white wine and their differences.Montes Limited Selection Sauvignon Blanc 2018, $14.95VINTAGES#: 32060This Sauvignon glistens in its exuberance. From the vineyards of Leyda, it has notes of tropical fruits, herb