SAQ, Montreal
What to buy here: Ice Wine and Cider.
When most people think of wine, they think of a nice red to go with a steak, or of a dry white to enjoy on the patio. Ice wine, however, remains a mystery to most visitors (even though Canada is the world’s largest producer). Both its production and taste are different from the regular table wines: since the grapes are harvested while completely frozen, only the sugars and other dissolved solids can be extracted, resulting in a concentrated and obviously very sweet product, although lower in alcohol with an average 10%. The wine is meant to be served during dessert and tastes best with berry pies and strong cheeses.
The most popular brand, Domaine Pinnacle, has received outstanding reviews and prestigious awards around the world. You can find it, as well as other brands, at the authorized liquor stores called SAQ, spread all over the city, but the branch located on Beaubien Street East has a particularly extensive selection that ranges anywhere between $20 and $70. The store is opened from 10 am to 6 pm from Monday to Wednesday, from 10AM to 9PM on Thursday, from 9:30 am - 9 pm on Friday, from 9:30 am to 6 pm on Saturday, from 12 pm to 5 pm on Sunday. Ideal stop after an outing to the Jean-Talon market!
When most people think of wine, they think of a nice red to go with a steak, or of a dry white to enjoy on the patio. Ice wine, however, remains a mystery to most visitors (even though Canada is the world’s largest producer). Both its production and taste are different from the regular table wines: since the grapes are harvested while completely frozen, only the sugars and other dissolved solids can be extracted, resulting in a concentrated and obviously very sweet product, although lower in alcohol with an average 10%. The wine is meant to be served during dessert and tastes best with berry pies and strong cheeses.
The most popular brand, Domaine Pinnacle, has received outstanding reviews and prestigious awards around the world. You can find it, as well as other brands, at the authorized liquor stores called SAQ, spread all over the city, but the branch located on Beaubien Street East has a particularly extensive selection that ranges anywhere between $20 and $70. The store is opened from 10 am to 6 pm from Monday to Wednesday, from 10AM to 9PM on Thursday, from 9:30 am - 9 pm on Friday, from 9:30 am to 6 pm on Saturday, from 12 pm to 5 pm on Sunday. Ideal stop after an outing to the Jean-Talon market!
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Sight Name: SAQ
Sight Location: Montreal, Canada (See walking tours in Montreal)
Sight Type: Shopping
Sight Location: Montreal, Canada (See walking tours in Montreal)
Sight Type: Shopping
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