First and foremost, we are grateful for the well-being and health of our family and loved ones. Looking back to the last couple of years, the lockdown gave us the gift of time with our two adult boys that we would never have had if the world had been "open." It also gave us time to have deeper and more meaningful conversations with them, our friends and clients. It reminds us that every once in a while we should all "slow down to smell the roses." Lisa and Tom

 

I am so thankful for having had the opportunity to travel out west to Vancouver and Kelowna, with the family this summer. To say I was in awe of the geography would be an understatement. The views ‘sea-to-sky’ are breathtaking and nostalgic. I could write a whole other thankful note for the wineries in Kelowna…Susy

 

Aside from the usual things I am thankful for every year – health, my family, having a roof over our heads and food on our table – I am especially thankful this year for the new addition to our family. Our sweet puppy, Ella. She has brought us so much joy, and is a great companion for my stepson Lincoln, who is an only-child. Mara

 

I am thankful for my circle of friends and the T.A.G team. Despite everyone’s varying degree of struggles in the past year and a half, I am thankful that they take the time to regularly check in. Jennifer

 

We discussed as a family what we are thankful for. We mentioned spending time with our family, safety & health. William, our four-year old son said, “I’m thank you for mommy and daddy and Mackenzie”. I agreed. Matt

 

Why not try Ontario for Thanksgiving wine?

 

For those of us that enjoy a good glass of wine with turkey dinner, it can be a bit of a challenge to match the wine with the dinner. Turkey has a unique blend of white and dark meat along with rich gravy that requires a wine with a little bit of body to cut through the fat. I personally prefer a Riesling on Pinot Gris as it has the power to compliment the bird and the acidity to cut through the richness of the gravy. A good, oaked Chardonnay can also do the trick. As for red, I go to Pinot Noir or Gamay as they are just the right weight for turkey dinner.

 

The good news is that there are many fine producers of all these varietals in Ontario. You find that the better quality wines will range in price upwards to $50, but many of their second tier wines are almost as good, and in the $20 price range. Most of the wineries produce Riesling, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir. Gamay is a little harder to find.

 

Here are some labels you should consider:

 

Bachelder chardonnay 520403

Charles Baker Riesling 241182

Three Sisters Riesling 20413

Hidden Bench Chardonnay 68817

Hidden Bench Pinot Noir 274753

Closson Chase Pinot Noir 145888

Henry of Pelham Chardonnay 616466

 

There are many other fine producers but these will give you plenty to choose from. You can order directly from the vineyard or take a gamble at your LCBO. When in doubt don’t be afraid to ask the vintages consultant.

 

Cheers!