Feeling Wine & Food - El ABC del Vino in English

For you, wine lover of classic and international grapes, but coming from a wine region which is not yet widespread but absolutely interesting to discover. Today I would like to introduce you this Bulgarian red wine from the Thracian Valley made by the prestigious local producer Villa Yustina. The varieties of this blend are well known: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Pinot Noir. The uniqueness of the historic and emblematic terroir of Eastern Europe makes to this wine something different. Intense notes of black fruit, but also a lot of complexity, with earthy notes and very pleasant forest flavors. Available in Quebec only in private import. Price: 19 Canadian dollars. (www.balkanwines.ca) MLF

By Marina La Forgia All over Quebec, Cider Week is being held. And to join this initiative here you have my suggestion, the sparkling ciders Bulle de Neige. Now also in its rosé version, they are a real refreshing delight! Bulle de Neige Rosé is a brut sparkling cider, elaborated under the traditional method, to which the Neige Première ice cider is added as an expedition liquor to give it unctuousness and elegance. Very attractive in color and presentation, it is a rosé cider with fine bubbles and aromas of fruits like blueberry, raspberry, strawberries, and some very delicate floral notes. In the mouth, these very pleasant notes of fruit are still refreshing. Ideal to drink very cold. The Bulle de Neige Rosé is a light and different drink for an appetizer, which will turn everyday moments into an occasion to celebrate. On the other hand, the Bulle de Neige traditional, gold medal of the Cider World of Quebec 2017, is a demisec cider well balanced in sugar and acidit...