Whenever we’ve mentioned the concept of “leftover wine,” we often hear from cottagers the common refrain, “What’s that?” With many of you identifying as self-proclaimed wine connoisseurs, you’ll want to pay special attention to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s recent recall.
A Sauvignon Blanc white wine from New Zealand is being recalled due to undeclared sulphites which, according to Health Canada, can cause allergy-like symptoms in people who have asthma or a sulphite sensitivity. Symptoms can include wheezing, chest tightness, coughing, hives, and difficulty swallowing. While the most severe reaction of anaphylaxis is rare, it has been reported by people who have ingested sulphites.
The easiest way to find out if a product has sulphite additives is to read the list of ingredients and the “Contains” statement following the list of ingredients. Health Canada advises not consuming the food or drink if there are no ingredients listed.
Wine recall notice affects Ontario and Quebec
Brancott Estate Marlborough 2023 Sauvignon Blanc in a 750 ml bottle has been recalled from the LCBO and Société des alcools du Québec. The UPC code for the affected wine is #9 414024 667926. For more information about the recall, click here.
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