Home again and back to normal... Finally!

So, after a very busy vacation, we're starting to get back in the groove of things. We went out with the Puddys on their boat on Sunday, which lovely. It was very hot and sunny out and I got a bit of a burn, even though I had sunscreen on. Shane looked pretty red also. We had them back to our place for dinner, wings and nachos, yum!


The week has been pretty low key for us, we took Tyson for a long walk around the "block" (it was about 5km) one evening. He was a happy, pooped, hot puppy after. It was a wonder he didn't trip on his tongue because he was panting so hard. Poor guy, I'm not sure if he will want to come with us ever again. 

August 11, 2016

Welcome back, Tyson!

This week we made a quick stop at the LCBO before heading out to the farm to help mom set up her new phone, so no vintages this week. We picked a rosé from Spain, Codorniu by Aveniu Brands. 

This brightly coloured bubbly had a slightly bready aroma on popping the cork, with strawberry-esque undertones. The first sip was nicely balanced and dry. It didn't pucker up our cheeks or dry out the back of our mouths. 

After it opened up a bit, it had a field berry nose, with some green apples in there. Shane thought it might have had a slightly minerally scent, but I didn't pick up on that. It had very nice bubbles, and they didn't dissipate throughout the course of the bottle, which was great. 

This was a nice, simple bubbly (albeit a bit burpy) for a decent price. 

~S

• Brand: Aveniu Brands
• Type of Grape: Pinot Noir
• Sweetness: 13g/L
• Price: $17.10
• Tasting Notes: Light and fruity, field berry and apple tones. Would pair nicely a spicy grilled chicken and alfredo pasta.