Lifford Wine Agency had one of those notions that I've never heard of before - I think they call that "an innovative idea":  invite bloggers to an evening tasting.  Greeted at the door with a hearty handshake, one of the reps in attendance said to me, "it's nice to have writers here who'll actually write something."  With less than twenty people in attendance plus (what seemed like), one agent for every attendee, Lifford paraded out twelve wines (1 Champagne, 4 whites, 7 reds) all now available, or soon to be available, at the LCBO.  Liffords owner made a brief speech before the tasting began.  His key phrase, that I am sure he wanted us all to remember, "we sell enjoyment", which he must have repeated three times; all he needed was the Casino Rama tagline, "big time", and I think he just might have a slogan for his next print ad.  Anyway, here are my top selections from this evening's offerings ... (Read more)

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