Sam The Wine Teacher

Sam, The Wine Teacher, has been an educator, a home winemaker, a wine judge for too many years to count and is the former Guild Master of the BC Guild of Wine Judges. He has offered wine education and appreciation courses for Pacific Breeze Winery, Capilano College, Eden West fine foods, the Richmond School District Continuing Education department, Coquitlam Continuing Education, the VAWA, the BCAWA as well as for various private functions. He also trains staff and offers cellar evaluations.

Year End Interview with Chris Tolley of Moon Curser

February 17, 2021February 17, 2021 by Sam The Wine Teacher

Considering that they have thirteen different labels, their small winery is simply unable to provide a great deal of any one variety, which is both a curse and a blessing.

From the Cellar featuring wines that have been aged…

February 10, 2021 by Sam The Wine Teacher

While most people drink what they buy in a matter of days, if not hours, more and more people are realizing the benefits of holding on to some of their wines and are enjoying the benefits of doing so.

Wednesday Wine Reviews by @Sam_WineTeacher

January 27, 2021 by Sam The Wine Teacher

#WineWednesday reviews by wine reviewer Sam Hauck aka Sam the Wine Teacher.

Wednesday Wine Reviews with @Sam_WineTeacher

January 20, 2021 by Sam The Wine Teacher

#WineWednesday wine review from Sam Hauck aka @Sam_WineTeacher

Wednesday Wine Reviews from @Sam_WineTeacher

January 13, 2021 by Sam The Wine Teacher

As always a stellar line-up of wine suggestions from our intrepid wine reviewer Sam.

Wednesday Wine Reviews from @Sam_WineTeacher

January 6, 2021 by Sam The Wine Teacher

Starting the new year off with some great recommendations from Sam.

Wednesday Wine Reviews from @Sam_WineTeacher

December 30, 2020 by Sam The Wine Teacher

As always a stellar line-up of wine suggestions from our intrepid wine reviewer Sam.

A visit to Mirabel Vineyards

December 23, 2020 by Sam The Wine Teacher

These two wines, just a year apart are both very good, though clearly different in character. Just don’t ask me to pick a favourite.

Wednesday Wine Reviews by @Sam_WineTeacher

December 16, 2020 by Sam The Wine Teacher

Intrigue Lake Country, BC $17.00 Pale straw in colour with a touch of copper and medium-light intensity. The nose shows aromas of bright peaches and cream, lime and honeysuckle. Good balance and medium body. Crunchy nectarine, citrus, and honey on the palate followed by a medium-plus finish. Great value. Serve with scallops and prawns, grilled … Read more

TIME Becomes Five Vines Cellars

December 10, 2020 by Sam The Wine Teacher

Fans of BC wines may or may not already be aware of this, but in July of this year, Ron and Shelley Mayert bought TIME Winery, Evolve Cellars, and McWatters Collection.