We at Anything Goes have been busy little elves preparing for the upcoming Christmas Holiday Season.
How in the world, we ever managed the time to stop and discover some of the best in wines, let alone formulate a consensus on what we believe would best serve Mr. & Mrs Claus at the Christmas feast, no matter what was on the menu, I'll never know, but we did. So for all of you who sent in requests for our picks, we say thanks and without any further ado, a toast and Happy Holidays to you, Cheers!
Discover:)
TOASTED HEAD CHARDONNAY
LCBO# 594341|750ml|13.5%|$17.95
Smooth Chardonnay-er
...with over a century of wine making to its history, the new world wine region of California/USA has risen to produced this magnificently crafted and stylistic earthy white wine. A robust fruit forward chardonnay of substantial body, elegant structure, fine tannins and reserved oak treatment which tantalize the palate with its toasty oak and creamy butterscotch aromas and flavors.R.H. Phillips has crafted a true gem for all the Who's in Who's-ville. This wine is sure to linger on your palate well after every fine morsel of your favorite digs are complete on your plate.
Serve it Tonight:)
with a Roasted Pear and Quebec Blue Cheese Insalata and Walnut Champagne Dressing
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MARCHESI DE' FRESCOBALDI TENUTA DI CASTIGLIONI 2008
VINTAGES 145920 | 750 mL bottle | 13.5% |$ 21.95
Under the Tuscan Sun...
...here is a red as vibrant as Rudolph's big red nose. Once you nose this big red your palate immediately knows your in for a treat. Mechesi De Frecobaldi has produced another fine addition to the legions of Super Tuscan Reds. Packed with rich Cabernet Sauvignon this blend is also layered with delicious and smooth Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Sangiovese grape varietals. A well structured wine matched with approachable tannins and a medium long finish and all we can say is "Tastes like More!"
Serve it Tonight:)
with a Prime Rib Roast w/ Pancetta crushed Yukon Golds and Balsamic glazed roasted Root Vegetables
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Reynac Pineau Des Charentes
LCBO# 101394|750ml|13.5%|$18.95
...Golden & Delicious
Pineau Des Charentes is a luxuriously sweet aperitif wine that is well known in the Old World and enjoyed by million of countrymen of France. The wine is a stunning vibrant gold color in the bottle and glass. It possess intoxicating rich aromas of ripe grapes, honey and dried fruits. Nothing says winter warmth better than this golden sweetie from the south of France which has been fortified with cognac.
Serve it Tonight:)
with an Eggnog Creme Brulee & Cream Filled Gingersnap Cookie
In the world of beverage, we believe, Anything Goes...a world of possibilities.
We hope you will agree
Cheers.
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