Thousand Islands Wine Cellars

01/04/2022

Happy New Year and welcome to 2022. Here are some cold weather wine suggestions to get you through the coldest part of the year. Enjoy!!

  Making the most out of the cold weather means enjoying some winter activities, including skiing, snowshoeing, skating, or hiking. After a long day

11/12/2021

November 7th was International Merlot day. Let's celebrate all month long.

  Hosting for the holidays begins with a great selection of wines. Luckily for our customers, we have a wide assortment, from Malbec and Cabernet

11/09/2021

Again this year, we are helping St. Lawrence District Medical Centre with fund raising by selling Wilton Cheese. Last day for orders will be December 2nd with delivery after December 10th. Contact us at 613-382-8999 or [email protected] for more information. Who wouldn't want some Wilton Cheese for Christmas! Keep in mind that the attached price list is per kilogram, not pound.

10/26/2021

Here are a couple of fun ideas for pairings of wine and scary movies. Embrace the season. 🎃

  Autumn is one of the most beautiful times of year. The leaves change colour and there’s always lots to see and do. From hiking trails and pumpkin

10/08/2021

The Limited Release for April will be El Flamenco - Rosé from Spain. Strawberry and floral
aromas mingle in a delightfully, refreshing medium-bodied Rosé that bursts on the palette – best enjoyed chilled.

10/06/2021

March's releases are a Spanish El Pasodoble - Petit Verdot. A bold, full-bodied wine, ripe with hints of juicy fruit and spice, indulge in velvety-smooth, leathery tannins with vanilla and oak undertones. And a Cabernet, Shiraz, Montepulciano from Australia. Dark fruits of blackberry and currant follow with notes of plum and preserved cherry. Firm but velvety tannins are met with a rich mouthfeel, hints of black pepper, sweet red fruits, and baking spice

10/04/2021

February will bring La Zambra - Monastrell from Spain. Fragrant aromas of black cherry and candied fruit are present in this mediumbodied, dry wine, with an earthy, and herbaceous finish. February will also bring Tempranillo Bobal from Manchuela, Spain. Ripe fruits of dark cherry, strawberry and blackberry are complemented by notes of plum and fig preserve. Toasted oak brings hints of vanilla bean and baking spice. This medium-bodied wine delivers freshness and
balance with well-structured tannins and a long, lingering finish

10/01/2021

Another Limited Release coming in January 2022 is Grillo Pinot Grigio from Sicily, Italy. A unique blend of Grillo and Pinot Grigio, this fruit-driven
wine pronounced GREE-lo, originated in Sicily and is a more robust alternative to Pinot Grigio. It brings more body to this blend along with floral notes and hints of grapefruit. The Pinot Grigio keeps this wine crisp, offering bright acidity along with notes of cantaloupe and sweet pear on the palate.

09/29/2021

The next two Limited Releases will be coming in January 2022. The first - La Cueca - is a Sauvignon Blanc from Chile. This is a fresh, lively wine with beautiful floral, and grassy aromas – its undertones of peach, and other stone fruits, provide a delicious mouth-feel with a refreshing finish.
The second - El Tango - is a Malbec, Bonarda, Syrah blend that originates in Argentina. The dry, medium-body boasts intense aromas of red currants, black raspberries, hints of oak, and pepper spice, with rounded tannins and a
toasted vanilla finish.

09/27/2021

Over the next several days we will be introducing the Limited Releases for 2022. First up is a Primitivo that originates in Puglia, Italy. This full-bodied wine brings aromas of dark raspberry, black currant, and preserved cherry with hints of coffee and baking spice. It’s earthy, bold, and luscious character are complemented by round tannins and a smooth finish.

03/31/2021

Hope you have a relaxing and enjoyable long weekend.

03/25/2021

The final Restricted Quantity - France Rosé - will arrive in the next couple of weeks. Berry and floral aromas combine with hints of spice and delicate sweetness for a light, yet crisp, flavourful finish. Pairs well with lighter fare; charcuterie, salads, caprese pasta or seafood.

03/19/2021

TRY A TROPICAL TWIST ON A SUMMER CLASSIC!

This new limited release white fruit wine from Orchard Breezin’ features the delicious flavours of Mango, Dragon fruit, Coconut, and Lemonade.

Refreshing and bright, the new OB Mango Dragon fruit Lemonade is the quintessential summer sipper – perfect for those warm summer afternoons, and ready to drink in just 4 weeks!

03/17/2021

Saint Patrick’s Day is here, and this year, we want to help you celebrate in style! St. Patty’s does not mean Irish Whiskey and green beer are prerequisites – who wants a beer belly anyways?! Pay homage to this fun Irish holiday with the below suggestions.

Celebrate the Colour Green

Did you know that Cabernet Sauvignon tends to show greener notes, like bell pepper and eucalyptus? Australian Cabernet has a particularly beautiful balance of green notes, fruit, acidity & tannin which pairs lovely with the famous Irish Stew.

Looking for a Pot O’ Gold?

If you stick to white wine all day—try whites that have seen some barrel age or barrel-fermentation, so they are rich-looking with sublimely golden-hues. Pinot Grigio is a popular and very characteristic wine which can vary in colour, sometimes offering a deep golden yellow.

If you like Guinness

Guinness’s robust, stout qualities are admirable—that rich, creamy, malty, chocolatey character that warms the heart. Certain wines possess the same qualities, so break out some bottles of rich, red wine, layered with flavors of cocoa and mocha and high-toned espresso notes. Merlots tend to have a range of similar flavours including cocoa, and clove.

03/08/2021

We can at least dream of summer 😎☀️

03/04/2021

The Restricted Quantity for March - Italy Nero D'Avola will arrive in the next couple of weeks. This full-bodied wine bursts with aromas of plum, cherry, toasted oak, and pepper that mingle with soft spices for a robust finish. Pairs well with meaty burgers, venison, beef chili, or any mushroom dish.

02/28/2021

Try a little Rosé this evening.

As if you needed a reason.

02/23/2021

The last of the Vineco Passport Series will be arriving shortly. This 100% Barbera shows classic regional character. Aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry and strawberry are followed by hints of pepper and savoury spice. Flavours of blackberry and sour cherry lead to
subtle notes of almond and caramel.