Wine tends to be produced in beautiful places around the world, tourist destinations where cuisine and wine can be found for sure. Some are rich in culture and antiquity. Steve Thurlow has been traveling around the world of wine for decades; here are his top ten destinations each with a favourite wine. However there is no need to travel further than Toronto this May 2007. From May 8th to 12th all can be found at the Santé Wine Festival.
Steve Thurlow, Sante's wine selection and education director, offers his "Top 10" Wine Destination Picks just for Experience Toronto readers:
1) New Zealand, Central Otago
The “Banff Springs” of New Zealand, mountains, lakes and seductive Pinot Noir.
2) South Africa, Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch is the centre of wine in S. Africa, surrounded by mountains this university town is a short drive from Cape Town and the perfect place to sip on a lively fruity Shiraz.
3) Western Australia, Mount Barker
Already an ideal holiday centre located near a National Park about 350 km south of Perth, come to Mount Barker and sip on a glass of Riesling while staring at a spectacular view of the Southern Coastline and take in the abundance of flora and fauna in this remote corner of the continent.
4) Canada, Okanagan Valley
Known worldwide for the variety of grapes grown in the microclimate of the Okanagan Valley, a nice glass of Pinot Gris should enhance your visit.
5) Spain, Yecla, Alicante
Occupied by the Moors until the 1400’s, archaeological digs show the Yecla has made wines for nearly two millennia. Surrounded by gorgeous architecture, enjoy a young red made from Monastrell.
6) Greece, Nemea
Wine has been made in these parts for thousands of years, steeped in antiquity; the deep red wines of Nemea are made from Agiorgitiko, sometimes called the “blood of Hercules.”
7) California, Edna Valley
Just a few miles from the Pacific Ocean and a breathtaking view of the Seven Sisters peaks, enjoy a Pinot Noir in this Central Coast town.
8) Italy, Verona
Italy like most of Europe names their wines after places, not grapes. In the hills north and east of the ancient city of Verona lies the village of Valpolicella where a ripe fruity youthful red wine named after the village is made from blend of three native red grapes
9) France, Camaret in the Cotes du Rhone
Deep in Provence with its Roman vestiges and Papal history you will find peace in small mediaeval villages where the local Cotes du Rhone Villages wines have seduced travelers for centuries, and the cuisine is world famous.
10) Chile, Maipo Valley
A short drive from Santiago and you are in the Maipo Valley. A glass of Carmenere is the perfect way to enjoy hearty Chilean dishes such as barbecued or spiced meats.
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