Top 5 Premium Kits of 2015!

5. Eclipse New Zealand Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
Intensely aromatic, fragrant with grass and currant leaves, this fruit-forward wine casts long, robust flavours of zesty fruit with a crisp dry finish.

4. Cellar Craft Showcase Mystic, California
A captivating blend that reveals intense fruity aromas on opening, this full bodied, off-dry red offers rich flavours of black cherry, mocha, spice and vanilla, and closes with a velvety, smooth finish. You will find it medium oaked and an alcohol content of 13%.

3. KenRidge Showcase Cabernet Malbec Carmenere, Chile
The rich black fruits of Cabernet, along with the spice and full mouth-feel of the Malbec, and the smooth plumy fruit notes of the Carménère showcase a perfect balance of flavour, texture and structure to this blend. Heat up the grill and enjoy with steaks, lamb chops and cheese burgers.

2. Selection California Enigma
Intense fruit aromas and notes of black cherry, coffee, chocolate and vanilla. Full bodied with a smooth, round finish. Food friendly, this wine pairs well with everything from pizza to pasta and is a great match for meats like ribs or chicken with sweet and sticky marinade.

#1 Eclipse Forza
FORZA, which means strength in Italian, is a bold red blend from Veneto, Italy. It's a blend of Corvina, Sangiovese and Barbera and includes grape skins for added depth.

In Support of the Regina Queen City Kinettes for Telemiracle!

The Wine Cellar is proud to support the 12th Annual Regina Queen City Kinettes Ladies Night Out for Telemiracle 40 by donating a Wine Making Experience valued at $200.

Looking for something fun to do on January 30? Click here to check out all the event details or to get tickets. Their 2015 event looks like it was a great time and all in support of a fantastic cause!

It's Pawsitively Purrfect!

It’s not only a one stop dog shop but a one stop pet shop. Anything you need for your pet, can be found at Pawsitively Purrfect at a competitive price with unbeatable service (and you know how we feel about service)!

I’ve been frequenting this great place since Ivy and Richard Morton first opened their dog grooming business in a small 400 square foot space on south Albert Street in October of 1997. Two moves later and they can now be found at 4637 Rae Street in 4600 square feet of space. They have everything (and I mean everything) you need for your pets, from kibble, canned, dehydrated and raw food to pet treats, leashes, beds, kennels, clothes, dishes… you name it and you’ll find it here.

They still do grooming as well, but appointments book up well in advance. You may want to take advantage of their $10 walk-in nail trims, which is a very popular service. For more details, I encourage you to check out their website onestopdogshop.com or visit them in person. You’ll find the service knowledgeable, friendly and second to none. Pawsitively Purrfect is another great reason to shop local!

Originally published in The Wine Cellar January 2016.

Top 5 Selling Kits for 2015

Wondering what the top 5 selling kits of 2015 at The Wine Cellar were? Here is the list! Maybe one of  your favourites is on it, or maybe something new you might want to try!

5. Cellar Craft Showcase Mystic, California          
A captivating blend that reveals intense fruity aromas on opening, this full bodied, off-dry red offers rich flavours of black cherry, mocha, spice and vanilla, and closes with a velvety, smooth finish. You will find it medium oaked and an alcohol content of 13%.

4. World Vineyard Italian Pinot Grigio
The Italians have their own way with the Pinot Gris grape variety, and in the process they create a special magic with it that's unmatched elsewhere in the wine world. Though dry in character and with a pleasant zip of acidity, this Pinot Grigio shows off a pleasant floral fragrance and tremendous fruit flavours, making it the perfect picnic accompaniment.
Sweetness: Dry | Body: Light-Medium | Oak Intensity: None

3. Cheeky Monkey Chardonnay, Australia
Crikey! No Wood! No worries, this great white will have all the ‘Sheilas’ wanting to get Cheeky!! This wine is a true reflection of the climate it comes from. Chardonnay’s many unique flavours are enhanced by the rich red soils and warm Aussie sun. You will enjoy hints of apple, pineapple and tropical fruit. A great wine with such seafood dishes as butter-soaked lobster and smoked salmon. It’s even great with chicken from the ‘barbie’, smothered in a creamy alfredo sauce.
Alc./Vol. 11.5%

2. Eclipse Forza, Limited Release, Release Date: July 2015
Winexpert secured a limited quantity of superb quality juice and is able to offer it as a limited release product under the Eclipse brand. The quantity of juice is limited but we expect this product to be available for about one year. FORZA, which means strength in Italian, is a bold red blend from Veneto, Italy. It's a blend of Corvina, Sangiovese and Barbera and includes grape skins for added depth.

#1 Selection California Enigma
Intense fruit aromas and notes of black cherry, coffee, chocolate and vanilla. Full bodied with a smooth, round finish. Food friendly, this wine pairs well with everything from pizza to pasta and is a great match for meats like ribs or chicken with sweet and sticky marinade.