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Villa Symposia was founded in 2003, after Bordeaux vigneron Eric Prissette was passing through the Languedoc and fell in love with the region. He stopped at Aspiran, a small village north of Pezenas, where the Clairette (white varietal) dominates. After some research on the land, he felt there was a great opportunity to develop red wines. He acquired several plots of Syrah, Carignan and Grenache, started building a cellar and gave a name to this area. In late 2007, Eric decided to partner with Jean Pierre Lebaindre. Today they are still working on finding the best practices to produce great wines according to this specific terroir. Their goal is to develop deep and rich wines, with respect for the authentic Languedoc.

An earthy, smoky and robust Syrah dominant blend. Dry and mouth-filling with smoky dark plum jam, dark cherry, wild herb flavours - both savoury and supple on the palate. Silky tannins round out the palate of this absolutely delicious wine - a must try!

This rich and spicy wine will match perfectly with barbecued ribs, smoked brisket or a Sunday roast.

This product is part of the LCBO Vintages program. It may take approximately 3-4 weeks to be delivered.

Sister’s Run is serious fun and serious wine. The talented, young winemaker Elena Brooks (of Dandelion Vineyards and Heirloom Vineyards fame) wears steel cap work boots every day of course, but carries a pair of high heels in back of the ute, only for emergencies, like last minute invitations to accept trophies at gala wine show dinners and the like.

Ripe white chocolate fruit aromatics begin in a lifted and pleasantly powerful way; some spice bouquet wafts in from deft oak, and then zephyrs of violets, fresh green herbs, star anise, and eucalyptus float by, at once there and then not there. There is a superb and beautifully underplayed supporting cast, however, of round, smooth
tannic grip, of warm vibrant freshly milled black pepper, of stewed plums doused with a shot of pastis and finished with a grating of dark chocolate.

The balance between richness and tannin, between power and an underlying acid tension and edge, make this red wine almost too drinkable. You could serve this with as much ease alongside an eggplant laksa or a barbecued piece of peppered chicken. Don't be afraid to cellar some of this wine too. There's reward ahead.

This product is part of the LCBO Vintages program. It may take approximately 3-4 weeks to be delivered.

Initially planted by the Phoenicians around 600BC, wines from La Clape were highly sought after across the Roman Empire. The first Languedoc appellation to be granted Grand Cru status, today the massif is recognized internationally as a superior terroir producing world class wines. Representing almost 10% of the production of the Grand Cru, Château Capitoul has for centuries been an icon of La Clape.

A distinguished and powerful nose where black fruits and spices are mixed. Its lively and fresh taste develops an elegant and complex structure. The silky tannins slowly blend with notes of roasting, black cherry, black olive and cedar.

Pair this wine with beef tournedos with morels, vegetable tian, Provençal style, tagliatelle pesto and pine nuts, Reblochon, Saint Nectaire.

This product is part of the LCBO Vintages program. It may take approximately 3-4 weeks to be delivered.

Grown from humble roots in McLaren Vale, SA. Colab and Bloom is a collaboration of like-minded friends with a mission; to create expressive and drinkable wines. The result?... A flourish of sublime aromas and abundant flavours. 

This wine is generous in every sense. Lots of texture, plump, mouth filling and riper dark fruits. A dark berry compote with sweet spice and black forest cake. Full bodied with concentration on the palate along with a spice, aniseed, and a gentle tannin network. It’s super rich, complex with a long dark fruit finish with real carry.

As suggested by the winery, pair this wine with a charred rib-eye steak served with roasted potatoes and a pepper sauce.

This product is part of the LCBO Vintages program. It may take approximately 3-4 weeks to be delivered.