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johngerum2.jpgSon of a chef, grandson of a Maitre 'D, John grew up with an insider's appreciation of fine foods and wine. His natural curiosity led him to discover the pleasures and principles of pairing food and beverages for the most satisfying results.

For twenty years, John has worked in fine dining and luxury hotel management. His focus on wine education led him to obtain an Advanced Wine Certificate from the European based Luxury Forte Hotels in Toronto more than a decade ago. He was instructed by renowned Master Sommelier Andrew Laliberté, and has since been granted membership and certification from the International Sommelier Guild.  John has created wine lists for restaurants, hotels and trade centres across Canada. As Catering Director, Banquet Manager and Trainer at the International Centre, National Trade Centre and Hotel Vancouver, he has traveled and tasted extensively through the wine regions of Ontario, British Columbia and California.

Friendly, experienced and organized, John has been creating custom wine classes for over eight years. He has developed and taught hour-long introductory wine classes and advanced wine seminars several months in duration to groups ranging from three to three hundred. He has a keen interest in wine education and enjoys helping consumers make more informed choices.

Approachable and professional, John has been called on to personally serve Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Prime Ministers, Heads of State, Provincial Premiers, entertainers and major sports celebrities.

John Gerum is the resident Sommelier at Newport Liquors.  You can find him here Tuesday and Thursday through Sunday most of the time ready to answer your questions and help you make a wine selection.Visit John's website at:  www.wcwed.com for more information about his comprehensive list of  wine classes and activities.
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Fall - A Good Time to Try New Releases!

Oct 13

Written by: John Gerum
10/13/2009 2:59 PM  RssIcon

Generally speaking there are a number of excellent wines and I have noticed the prices have continued to drop because of the recession. Mixed in with this list are wines that I would not recommend because they display off aromas or tastes or are simply out of balance. Some wines may also be thin or are lacking in any extract. Normally I will not review wines that I don't recommend, but I find sometimes the consumer needs to know when there is an inferior product on the market.

Let's start off with an excellent example of a well put together Riesling. The Loimer Riesling 2008 from Austria reveals a ripe peach and apricot nose with a splash of fresh citrus. It is fairly dry and shows a rich palate and good structure. An ideal mate to Pan-Asian foods and will stand up to poultry dishes in general.
 
Italy is generally not known for their Pinot Noir, but I find the Mezzacorona 2007 Pinot Noir is an excellent price for a well put together Pinot. It is medium bodied with an attractive cigar box, earthy tone. Light cherry and a touch of spice round out this wine.It's well balanced nature would lend itself to salmon and tuna dishes as well as duck or roasted poultry.
 
I am a big fan of rich, full bodied California Zinfandels and they are usually quite pricey, but the Ironstone Old Vine Zinfandel 2007 is the exception. Coming in at about $20 it shows black cherry, raspberry and a rich spiciness hinting towards nutmeg. On the palate it reveals a fresh tobacco leaf flavour that is well integrated into the rest of the wine. It is full bodied and rich in extract so try this one with rib roast accompanied with a rich jus.
 
A new release from Chile is the Root: 1 Cabernet Sauvignon 2008. This offering is medium ruby in colour and hints of a nose of cherry, raspberry, sulphur and rubber. A bit lean in the mid palate and it does not seem to support the 14% alcohol level.
 
Argentina is exporting more than just $15 Malbec and the Amalaya Vino Tinto 2007 is a wine worth exploring. A blend of four varietals, it has a brooding blackberry and black currant aroma with an interesting stewed rhubarb, white pepper and dark chocolate taste. Layers of lush, ripe flavours and integrated tannins for an attractive price point at around $23.
 
There you have a few wines you may want to enjoy heading into the holidays. Just remember only eight weeks before Christmas so stock up now!

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