TASTE Winter 2022-23

| GIFTS IN GOOD TASTE |

The Adventure Box For the friend who loves to travel and try new things, arrange a collection of rare wines or spirits for them to explore. Or, focus on one part of the world and give them a taste adventure from the comfort of their home!

Te Entertaining Box Create a gift box for the home entertainer on your list. Select crowd-pleasing products for a dinner party: a classic red, a food-friendly white and a sparkling wine. If your're feeling generous, pop in some artisanal cheeses (and maybe some homemade preserves from page 64) and you have yourself a super thoughtful hosting gift.

HAKU JAPANESE CRAFT VODKA Japan $46.99 211833

This vodka is distilled from 100 percent Japanese white rice and filtered through bamboo charcoal. It's exceptionally soft and round, with a delicate sweetness and a clean finish.

BOTTEGA PROSECCO GOLD BRUT Italy $34.99 663187

Elegant inside and out, this will elevate any occasion. Made from 100 percent Glera grapes, it offers notes of green apples, pear, citrus fruits, white acacia and hints of sage and spice. A creamy mousse and lively acidity round out the profile. MASI MASIANCO DELLE VENEZIE PINOT GRIGIO Italy $19.99 244681 This easy-drinking, Italian white offers lemon, peach and tropical fruit flavours on a round palate. It's perfect for sipping with savoury appetizers and the main course. UNSHACKLED CABERNET SAUVIGNON USA $35.99 96245 From the winemakers who brought you "The Prisoner," expect vibrant blackberry and plum aromas, juicy black stone fruit, clove and dried herb flavours. The solid tannins keep it grounded, delivering luscious fruit and balanced acidity.

NAKANO OBAACHAN’S YUZU Japan $18.29 235135 300 ml

This sweet and tart yuzu drink combines refreshing citrus acidity, white grapefruit and lemon with a touch of bitter citrus peel. Try it in cocktail recipes or with soda and tonic.

ECHIGO DENEMON YUKI HOTARU SAKE Japan $24.99 344242 720 ml

Yuki Hotaru , meaning “Snow Firefly,” is light, clean and crisp, with fruity and floral aromas, cleansing mineral flavours and a silky mouthfeel.

CHOYA UJI GREEN TEA UMESHU Japan $35.99 55376 720 ml

The authentic, natural flavour of green tea from prized tea leaves of Uji region in Kyoto is captured by CHOYA’s proprietary cold brewing process. Enjoy on the rocks or slightly warmed.

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