Announcing the release of Fortissimo 2012. Paying respect to the pioneers of Tuscany. This release of Fortissimo is a blend of 39% Merlot, 38% Cabernet Franc, 17% Cabernet Sauvignon and 6% Sangiovese Grosso. Showcasing the most amount of Cab Franc than in previous years. It’s our version of a Super-Tuscan. “A ‘Super Tuscan’ is described … Read more
2010 Garnacha Breca Calatayud, Spain $24.99 Silver Medal This wine, now four years old is ruby red in colour with medium-deep intensity. Blackberry, earth and spice aromas on the nose with a hint of bright cherry. Well balanced with firm ripe tannins. The flavours echo the nose with a medium finish. Serve with roasted meats … Read more
Well, I’m not a student of history, but I am willing to bet that there has never been a “Battle of Pinotage”. However, such an event took place just recently at my home. Let me explain. It all started out when I was in my local VQA store and noticed that The View Winery had … Read more
For the month of March we are giving away six pairs of tickets to each wine tasting! To enter: Leave a comment on this post and sign up for our newsletter. Please list your date preferences as 1st, 2nd, 3rd choice during March in your comment. For extra bonus entries Tweet: WIN tickets to a @QuiniWine tasting courtesy … Read more
Every day is a good day for vino. But the turn of the year sure gets wine and food festivals going. From Dine Out Vancouver and the California Wine Fair, and EAT!, another major event held in Vancouver, wine tasting enthusiasts everywhere are in for a treat this spring. But extravaganzas of magnitude can be overwhelming with hundreds or even … Read more
In just a few short weeks, beer lovers will assemble at the Penticton Trade & Convention Centre to raise a glass or two to celebrate the 20th Annual Okanagan Fest-of-Ale. This well-loved Penticton beer festival will take place on Friday April 10th and Saturday April 11thand will feature over 40 breweries and cideries from across the province … Read more
The last melodic notes from the Gold Medal Plates Canadian Culinary Championships’ gala in Kelowna muted weeks ago and the participating chefs continue to celebrate the occasion. For some time to come, everyone who attended will be humming the tunes by entertainers Barney Bentall, Spirit of the West front men Geoffrey Kelly and John Mann … Read more
The boutique ultra-premium Similkameen Valley based Clos du Soleil Winery was thrilled to be selected as the sole BC wine sponsor for events surrounding the official reopening of Canada House today by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. “An absolute honour”, said winery Founder Spencer Massie from London, “my fellow Director’s Winemaker Mike Clark, Les LeQuelenec, Peter … Read more
Sesame Balls (Jian Dui) Chef Todd Bright ingredients: 1/2 cup white sesame seeds, or as needed Small bowl of water (about ½ cup) at room temperature 3/4 cup brown sugar 1 – 1 1/3 cups boiling water 3 cups (about 400 grams) glutinous rice flour 1 cup (about 200 grams) red bean paste (may not … Read more
The Story:Vinexpo revealed today the highly-anticipated results of its 12th study of the World Wine and Spirits Market with an Outlook to 2018, conducted by British agency International Wine and Spirit Research (IWSR).Global consumption of still and sparkling wines rose by 2.7 per cent between 2009 and 2013 to reach 2.648 billion 9-litre cases, the equivalent of more than … Read more