It’s bound to happen. Sometime during your wine tasting career, you will run across a defective bottle of wine. If you are dining in a restaurant – immediately return it for another bottle (now you know why they ask you to test the wine first). If it’s your own winemaking cellar, remove it. We don’t … Continue reading Tips on Identifying a Defective Bottle of Wine
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The Wine Butler is expanding
We are pleased to announce the grand opening of our Mississauga location – Thursday, May 16th! The Wine Butler announces the opening of our 2nd location at 860 Lakeshore Road East (Lakeshore Road East and Cawthra) in Mississauga. The Mississauga location, formerly the Brew Cellar was previously owned by Bill and Marilyn Walters, who offered on-premise … Continue reading The Wine Butler is expanding
Don’t be chicken to pair wine with chicken.
Often when people come to do their winemaking they ask about what wines pair with chicken. Here are a few ideas. Chicken lends itself to many different types of sauces and spices, which means that many different types of wines pair well depending on the sauce or spice. Generally speaking, chicken pairs better with whites … Continue reading Don’t be chicken to pair wine with chicken.
Our Two Favourites: Wine and Chocolate
Some say it can’t be done, pairing wine with chocolate, but if you have the right wine to complement the right chocolate it can be a match made in heaven! Whether you are pairing a delicate white chocolate or a lively dark chocolate with wine, there are a few pairing tips to keep in mind. … Continue reading Our Two Favourites: Wine and Chocolate
Contest Rules/Conditions Winemaking Experience
THE WINE BUTLER 2007 INC WINEMAKING CONTEST These Contest Rules are available at the offices of Wine Butler 2007 Inc, 100 Bridgeland Avenue, Toronto , Ontario, M6R1E7 Participation by Internet is limited to one entry per person per email address during this contest period ELIGIBILITY: This Contest commences on June 1, 2012 at 12:00:00 p.m. … Continue reading Contest Rules/Conditions Winemaking Experience
Refer A Friend – You Both Get $100 Off!
Call your buddy or share this offer using the social media/email links at the bottom of this post! Have them choose their wine from over 40 types HAVE FRIEND FILL OUT THIS FORM OR CLICK “MAKE WINE” ON OUR SITE TO SCHEDULE THIER FIRST APPOINTMENT (must bring valid ID). THEY MUST HAVE THE EMAIL ADDRESS ASSOCIATED … Continue reading Refer A Friend – You Both Get $100 Off!
Spritzer and Sangria Recipes For Summer!
Here are a few of The Wine Butlers favourite Spritzer and Sangria Recipes. A great drink for out of doors and a crowd pleaser. White Wine Spritzer Photo credits: Rebecca Alter A White Wine Spritzer is a classic wine drink that adds a little fizziness and life to your favorite white wine. Any white wine will … Continue reading Spritzer and Sangria Recipes For Summer!
Limited Edition, Limited Supply. April Release Wine: TRIO TINTO.
RESERVE BEFORE MARCH 1st, 2009 AND WE’LL THROW A SET OF BOTTLES IN – FREE !! Last reserve date: March 15, 2010 Our Price: $ 249 for 30 bottles. Includes taxes, corks, labels, wine. TRIO TINTO A fusion of classic Spanish grape varieties- Tempranillo,Garnacha, and Cari?ena These three native Spanish red wine grapes are usually … Continue reading Limited Edition, Limited Supply. April Release Wine: TRIO TINTO.