Vina Errazuriz Wild Ferment Chardonnay (Chile) – “…A greater pleasure is this drop-dead-gorgeous homage to Meursault.  Muddled lemon, nectarine and peaches dominate, with a ribbon of butterscotch.  Stunning.”  (90 Points – Kurtis Kolt – Wine Access – Dec 10/ Jan 11)
Chilkoot Lager (Yukon Brewing) – “Crisp and clean, pure and natural” – everything you want in a lager. Light and effervescent, without that nasty chemical tang, Chilkoot Lager goes down pretty smooth and easy. As one of our best selling beers, Chilkoot lives up to what we hoped it would be, a perfect alternative to mainstream beers and the best place to start trying craft beer. (website)
Lead Dog Ale (Yukon Brewing) – “This brew is not for the faint of heart; it doesn’t leap out and bite you (most Lead Dogs are better trained than that), but it will most certainly sneak up and knock you for a loop if given the chance (this character might be more comparable to that of the Malamute and Husky!).  Brewed to be high test, 7% alcohol by volume, the beer nonetheless drinks very smooth; the product of a careful blend of six different malts, and 2 months of aging after fermentation. The dark chocolate appearance is reminiscent of a porter, and the slightly darkened creamy head tops the look. But the first sip lets you know that this beer can be consumed, in quantity if desired (or required?), without leading to an overly full gullet.  Intricate malt flavours predominate, with a medium mouth-feel and a very light bitter. This ale promises to take the chill off after running the team in the crisp January nights. (website)

Fuzion Shiraz/Malbec (Argentina)
Silvertop Torrontes (Argentina)
Hardy’s Stamp Series Riesling Traminer (Australia)
The Chocolate Block (South Africa)
Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon (USA)
Mogen David Blackberry (USA)
Stones Green Ginger (Canada)
Crown Royal Special Reserve

You may remember me mentioning that my turkey wine this year was going to be a white Cotes du Rhone from the Domaine de la Presidente winery,  it was delicious by the way.  It even got a thumbs up from Mom, who only drinks white wine.

The Cairanne Cotes du Rhone Villages  is  “Dominated by the Grenache and steadied by the Syrah, this wine has a deep red colour with spicy aromas.  The mouth is generous, rich with aromas of licorice and black currant.  The finish is lasting and leaves the palate with a sense of harmony.”  (back of bottle)

Tin Whistle Chocolate Cherry Porter (Canada – BC)
Lagunitas Czech Style Pilsner (USA)
Michel Torino Don David Malbec (Argentina) “Very well balanced with sweet and soft tannins.  Fruity full of plums and chocolate notes.  Pleasant finish.”  (Michel Torino winery website)

Whistler Brewing Black Tusk Ale
Hasses Apple Pie Liqueur
Matusalem Gran Reserva 15 yr old rum
El Dorado dark rum
Kraken Black Spiced rum
Ron Barcelo Imperial rum
Diplomatico Exclusive rum
Grey Goose Pear vodka
Absolut vodka
Dr. ZenZen Late Harvest wine (germany)

Chateau Ollieux Romanis Corbieres 2006 is divine.  Generous rich mouth with ripe berries that smooth into the slightest hint of vanilla oak.  Excellent finish, smooth silky tannins.  A new favourite for me.

Highland Park 18 yr old scotch
Lagunitas – The Censored Rich Copper Ale
Rogue Morimoto Black Obi Soba - “The delicate flavor of our roasted Soba brings a nutty finish to this light and refreshing ale. A perfect accompaniment to lighter cuisine.” (Rogue brewery tasting notes)
Tree Brewing Spiced Reserve Ale

Wynham Estate Bin 999 Merlot (Australia)
Grant Burge The Holy Trinity (Australia)
PKNT Gold Reserve Chardonnay/ Viognier (Chile)
El Dorado Rum Cream Liqueur
Voyant Chai Cream Liqueur
Wild Africa Cream Liqueur
Jule Akvavit
Jameson Irish Whisky
Herencia de Plata ‘Silver’ 100% agave tequila
Dictador Rum aged 20 years

The Rosenblum Syrah Vintner’s Cuvee 2007 is deliciously smooth.  Deep purple in colour with full berry flavour and silky smooth tannins lead to a beautiful long finish.  Can you tell I loved this wine?