As you read this newsletter, we are busy in the winery producing exceptional wines from this year's harvest.

We are delighted by the quality of our Cabernet Franc from Ontario, our barrel fermented Ontario Chardonnay and barrel fermented Chilean Fume Blanc and can't wait to enjoying them this winter.

Lucas Mendoza, our visiting winemaker, has returned home to Argentina, but our great work together rendered some terrific wines which we will be revealing come January.

Our best Grape Stomping Festival to date! A great time was had by all who came out to our special event last month. You'll find the pictures on our Facebook page. Our sincere thanks go to our sponsors: Cirillo's Culinary Academy, Leavoy Rowe Beef Co, TAG Vodka, Classic Gourmet Coffee, Wines of Argentina and Mango studios.

Now is peak time to see winemaking in action. Check out our calendar below, and drop by V1 to experience the magic for yourself!

Alejandra & the V1 Team

Winemaker's picks for the holiday season

With such an exceptional harvest there are lots of wines to choose from this season.

Here are our top picks and best ideas.

For serving. During the holidays you'll need to stock a variety of wines to suit tastes and occasions.

For whites we'd recommend a Fume Blanc from Casablanca Valley in Chile as crowd pleaser that pairs well with sharp cheeses and seafood dishes.

For reds choose from our signature full body Argentine Malbec which will warm up any cold winter night, or a fruitier Sicilian Nero d'Avola that displays hints of black cherry, dark berries and a bit of stewed plums!

And to start an evening or toast the occasion, add a sparkling Torrontes or sparkling Apple Cider made from Organic Ontario apples for those of you who enjoy a sweeter touch.

For gifting We'd recommend a bottle of Chilean Carmenere - your friends will thank you for introducing them to this long lost varietal. Add your own label and pair it with our Argentine extra virgin olive oil and Balsamic vinegar for a wonderful gift basket.

Corporate gifts are a reflection of your brand and an elegant way to thank special customers, partners and employees during the holiday. Call us for a consultation on wines and packaging for corporate gifts.

Winemaker tips: Serve white wines at 7C, reds at 15C. When it comes to quantity, you know your guest but in general we recommend 16 bottles for a casual party of 20 people.

Order your wine now for holiday gifts and entertaining. Deadline for holiday orders is November 12.

Elegant, exotic and unique. These are the words your guests will use to describe your holiday celebration hosted at V1. It will be an evening they'll never forget.

*Intimate winemaker's dinner for up to 40 in our barrel room

*Cocktail party for up 180 with exclusive use of the winery. Have our winemaker's mix with your guests for a lively discussion of wines and the art of wine making.

*Add an Argentine twist to holiday festivities. Delight your guests with an evening of wine, food and flamenco. It will be an experience they'll never forget.

The calendar is filling up so call or email us today to reserve the winery for your personal or corporate party.

Free gift box with your holiday wine order

Free gift box with your holiday order

Mention this offer when you place your holiday wine order and receive a free gift box featuring our Argentinean Extra Virgin Olive Oil and V1's exclusive Balsamic Vinegar.

Offer expires November 30, 2010. Only open to newsletter subscribers.