Yvonne Lorkin Canvas Column for Saturday March 10th 2018

March 10, 2018By Yvonne

No, today is not World Glaucoma Awareness Day. That’s on Monday 12th. Red wine helps maintain good eyesight, so try these lovelies and never cock up your calendar again. Matané Primitivo Puglia IGT 2015 $21.99 If you thought all primitivo was in the ‘big gun’ class, then here’s your happy place because this slippery, spicy … Read More

Bosco del Grillo Governo All’Uso Toscana IGT 2015 $22

March 10, 2018By Yvonne

Even though it’s basically a Chianti at 80% sangiovese, because the Bosco team blended in 10% merlot, 5% cabernet sauvignon and 5% colorino grapes means the wine has to slap on the IGT tag instead. But they ain’t ‘bovvered,’ and I couldn’t be happier. It’s an elegant, generous wine with lashings of violets, spice, and … Read More