Sometimes it’s nice to change things up, try something different. I spend a lot of my time at venues in Vancouver for the various yearly wine events, and though they are often exceptionally well organized and attended it’s nice to find something on offer that’s fresh and little unique. I was lucky enough to … Read more
August South Africa Feature at BC Liquor Stores Includes Free Wine Tastings During the month of August, the consistent quality and amazing value of wines from South Africa will be highlighted at 60 select BC Liquor Stores throughout the province. One of the highlights of the month will be a FREE consumer … Read more
Do you remember when our 2009 Equinoxe Syrah won the world’s best syrah-based wine during the old world and new world blind taste test at the Judgement of Montreal Soirée des Connaisseurs 2012, Syrah vs. Syrah? It took top spot against some of the world’s most celebrated winemakers from California and France’s Rhone Valley. … Read more
For many years I have wondered about the true value of a dessert wine that is often displayed behind glass in some of the better wine shops I have visited. Could Chateau d’Yquem really be worth the price, which ranges from several hundred to many thousands of dollars, depending on the vintage? Moreover, what … Read more
Black Hills Estate Winery presents The Sunset Happy Hour Series Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 4-7pm, all summer long • Enjoy 2 for 1 tastings of Black Hills Wines • Relax in the sun or by our waterside Cabanas • Enjoy the sunset-inspired chill tunes being spun by guest DJ Shakes • Taste the … Read more
Salute the 30th Anniversary of the filming of “My American Cousin” – the iconic Canadian movie shot in Naramata where writer/director Sandy Wilson was born and raised – at the Naramata Tailgate Party, September 13. Along with cast and crew members, Sandy Wilson will be in attendance for an evening evoking the ambiance of the … Read more
2010 VIP (Port Style) Saxon Estate Winery Summerland. BC $17.32 Bronze medal Tasted 2014 05 This Port style Pinot Noir is garnet red in colour with deep intensity. The nose shows aromas of prunes, black cherries and dark chocolate. The balance is good and the flavours follow the nose with a medium finish. … Read more
After a long day at the office, there is nothing like a “miniature scavenger” to taste the delights of a few of Central Richmond’s hidden gems. This event was mainly situated between Westminster Highway and River Rock Casino. Not everyone knows this but Richmond is food central. Sure, there isn’t a large variety but some … Read more
Bring your friends, family or out of town visitors! Purchase tickets via Eventbrite: http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tasting-plates-lonsdale-north-van-tickets-11747857157 Tantalize your taste buds at several restaurants from 1st to 15th on Lonsdale and area in North Vancouver. This evening tasting extravaganza goes from 6pm until 9:30 pm and is presented by Vancouver Foodster. Each restaurant will be serving up Tasting Plates for guests to … Read more
Brenda Hetman-Craig and Layne Craig set to steer the winery to success. Brenda Hetman-Craig & Layne Craig take ownership of 40 Knots Winery. Sarah Silver Photo. The News There is something special in the air and change in the wind at 40 Knots Vineyard and Estate Winery. With the Strait of Georgia and the ferry … Read more