Tariff tensions between the United States and Canada are prompting Quebec and Canadian consumers to boycott several American products, including wines. In fact, there is no shortage of excellent red wines to replace those from California. Here is a selection of excellent wines, suggested by Terry Pomerantz.
The Best Quebec Red Wines
Over the past few years, Quebec wines have improved significantly. The expertise of our winemakers and the grape varieties well suited to our terroir ‒ such as Radisson, Marquette and Frontenac‒ along with the know-how of our sommeliers have greatly contributed to the enthusiasm of red wine lovers for Quebec products.
Among the best red wines from Quebec, let’s mention:
- Grape variety: Petite Perle (100 %)
- Region: Eastern Townships (Dunham)
Château de Cartes Perle Noire 2021
- Cépage : Gamay (100 %)
- Région Estrie (Dunham)
Domaine des Côtes d’Ardoise Gamay 2023
- Grape variety: Radisson (45 %), Marquette (25 %), Frontenac (15 %), Sabrevois (15 %)
- Region: Côte-de-Beaupré
Domaine L’Ange-Gardien Côte-de-Beaupré 2020
The Best Italian Wines
Italian wines are produced from over 400 grape varieties. Terry Pomerantz has selected a few noteworthy options.
- Grape variety: Sangiovese (100 %)
- Region: Tuscany
Antinori Pian delle Vigne Brunello di Montalcino 2017
- Grape variety: Nebbiolo (100 %)
- Region: Piedmont
Fratelli Allessandra Prinsiòt 2022
- Grape variety: Sangiovese (100 %), Malvasia Nera (10 %), Merlot (10 %)
- Region: Tuscany
Castello di Ama San Lorenzo Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019
The Best French Wines
No matter your taste, budget or occasion, there is a dry red wine from France that will delight you.
- Grape variety: Cabernet-sauvignon (57 %), Merlot (43 %)
- Region: Bordeaux
Moulin Duhart Pauillac-Milon 2020
- Grape variety: Pinot noir (100 %)
- Region: Côtes de Nuits, in Burgundy
Domaine Tortochot Gevrey Chambertin Les jeunes Rois 2022
- Grape variety: Mourvèdre (40 %), Syrah (40 %), Grenache (20 %)
- Region: Vallée du Rhône méridional
Domaine de Marcoux La Lorentine Lirac 2022
“Let us take advantage of this moment in the history of international relations to explore wines from Quebec’s terroir and those from the two largest wine producing countries in the world: Italy and France! In these countries, artisans have been refining the art of fine wine ‒the nectar of the gods‒ for centuries!”
An avid wine lover, Terry Pomerantz shares his love of fine bottles, guided by a responsible approach to the art of living. Discover his advice on food and wine pairing, his favorite bottles, and the ideal choices for each season and occasion. Immerse yourself in his passion and learn to fully appreciate each bottle in good company.