Our tastings are always done blind (bottles wrapped in brown paper bags). All we knew was that founding member Wayne Meadows, organized a flight of Cabernet Franc from BC, Washington and France and that the wines were from vintages 2009 – 2012.
Offered weekdays from 3-6pm in its warm and welcoming lounge, the Happy Hour menu of delicious share plates and specially priced drinks make every visit a celebration.
Our intrepid wine reviewer Sam Hauck aka the Wine Teacher walks us through the flight of wines he recently tasted. 2011 Chateau Cantelauze Jean-Noel Boidron Pomerol, France $NA (gift) Garnet red with medium-deep intensity. The nose is appealing with cherry, earth, dust, sweet spice, eucalyptus and smoky aromas. Good body with smooth ripe tannins. Pleasing … Read more
Don’t miss out! Blue Grouse Estate Winery have great events planned during the winter months too.
Hendrick’s Orbium, the latest expression from the curiously odd Hendrick’s Gin, is now available to procure from British Columbia liquor stores.
Today there are about 100 sparkling wines made in BC from a wide variety of grapes. They range from good wines to premium quality in a variety of styles to suit every palate.
In high demand from both the wine-loving public and restaurants, the famous Pink Bub and its companion Baby Bub sparkling rosé return, in time for Valentine’s Day.
Quails’ Gate Winery is living up to its winter wonderland reputation with an ever-changing vineyard and lake views.
With Valentine’s Day looming we thought we should remind you to think “bubbles” this year. Of course Pearls Traditional Brut is a year round indulgence so we suggest you pick up a few bottles just because.
We invite you to enjoy these Valentine’s Cocktails at the respective bars, lounges or restaurants; or thanks to the generosity of Vancouver’s top bartenders enjoy the cocktail at home with your sweetie.