Debbie’s Canadian Picks
Benjamin Bridge NV Brut
Celebrate the return of longer days with a bottle of NV Benjamin Bridge Brut Sparkling wine! This Méthode Classique sparkler draws upon reserve wines going back nearly fifteen years. Beautiful aromas of citrus, flint and sea salt lead into a palate that is crisp and tart with an amazing supply of fine bubbles. A quintessential seafood wine, this Maritime sparkling wine pairs well with a plate of freshly shucked PEI oysters.
JD Shore Canadian Rum Cream
This Nova Scotia cream liqueur has quickly become one of the Maritimes’ most beloved rum cream beverages. It opens with aromas of fresh butterscotch, coconut, and caramel cream pie. The palate is rich with chocolate, delicate fruit, and warm baking spices on the finish. JD Shore is perfect added to coffee, mixed into a favourite cocktail recipe, or enjoyed on its own, poured over ice.
Rossignol Marachal Foch
A touch of Canadian charm always enhances St. Patrick’s Day celebrations across PEI. If Irish Stew is on the menu, pair it with a bottle of Rossignol Marechal Foch, a fantastic local choice. This dry, full-bodied wine offers aromas of blackberry and spice, while its jammy dark fruit flavours and earthy undertones perfectly complement the stew’s rich depth. Here’s to supporting local – Cheers!
Nk’Mip Cellars Winemaker’s Chardonnay VQA
Nk’mip Cellars is the first Indigenous-owned winery in North America and has earned a reputation for producing some of the best chardonnays in Canada. At the 2024 National Wine Awards of Canada, Nk’Mip Cellars was named one of the top wineries in British Columbia and awarded a gold medal for their Winemakers Chardonnay. This well-crafted wine was fermented in both stainless steel and oak, giving it a crisp, fruit-forward flavour with a smooth, slightly creamy finish. Let’s raise a toast to West Coast Canadian Chardonnay!