Wines of Ontario - Web News - Issue #9

Virtual Vines Uncork the Best of Ontario Wines on Our Revamped Website!
So much wine, so little time. Who wants to waste it wading around a murky website that's too hard to navigate? Not us, not you. That's why we've revamped our Wines of Ontario website! It's intuitive to surf and easy on the eyes. Now our site is an even better resource for planning your wine country visits. We've still got lots of details on your favourite Ontario wineries, plus tips on entertaining, winemaker profiles, a wine and food pairing tool, events calendar… you get the picture. This is your source — the official website for the Wines of Ontario. P.S. Add us to your "favourites" tab and check in regularly. We publish new info and tips often. In fact, visit Wines of Ontario right now.

Image Conscious Win Big at Our Summer Wine Country Photo Contest
		Fancy yourself the next Annie Leibovitz? Find out if you've got what it takes behind the lens. Enter our Wines of Ontario online photo contest! Snap a few wine-related shots on your trip to wine country this summer, then submit your top picks to www.winesofontario.ca. Our panel of judges will select the best five photographs, then we'll post them on our website for a public vote. One lucky photographer will take home a cash award and wine country prizes. We'll also publish the winning photo in next year's Official Guide to the Wineries of Ontario and on our website. More info?

Insider Guide
2007 Official Guide to the Wineries of Ontario

It's always more fun when a local shows you around. And that's what our Official Guide to the Wineries of Ontario will do. Next time you're visiting, pick up this free booklet. It's got all the details on 75 of Ontario's premium wineries-locations, hours of operation, winemaker's choice for each venue, you name it. We also include a copy of the Wine Route map in each guide. Add an area map, too, available at your local LCBO store beginning in mid-June.

Fun Fests Goings-On in Wine Country
		Any time is a good time to explore Ontario's wine country. The only dilemma is: when? Synch your schedule with your pick of June festivals and events coming up... Niagara Wine Auction — Join host Dan Aykroyd from June 22-24 for an incredible weekend featuring world-class Ontario VQA wines, complemented by the finest food and hospitality. Niagara New Vintage Festival — Dozens of Niagara's most celebrated winemakers will be on hand from June 9 to 17, along with a host of chefs who will entice you with gourmet dishes, painstakingly selected to pair with the wine. Ontario Wine Week — Fabulous winery events each day from June 10 to 16! Father's Day Special Tastings — June 17 New Releases — Many wineries release their spring wines during June. Check out the calendar of events for more information.

PB & J, BBQ & Baco Noir
Libations Add Zing to Your Dining Al Fresco

Summer is about lazy evenings lounging on the lawn and dinner on the patio with friends. Just add a sparkling Ontario wine and serve. Icewine makes dessert memorable. Casual or elegant? Check. Big anniversary or just another Friday? Check. You don't need a reason to clink glasses and savour summer. Cheers!
(More on food-wine pairing)

Grapes of Distinction
New at the LCBO: Upcoming Ontario Features

Superstars for June (until June 24)

Cave Spring Rosé VQA - 295006, $12.95
Legends Estates Merlot VQA - 27847, $12.95
To find a store near you, visit www.lcbo.com.