Raise a Glass to Fall in the Fraser Valley The Fraser Valley Wine Passport Returns for a Month of Tastings from October 1 to 31 As autumn settles in, the Fraser Valley Wine Passport returns this October with local wine, cider and spirits to discover. The popular program brings together producers across Abbotsford, Langley, … Read more
A great reminder that Italy’s sparkling wine story goes well beyond Prosecco.
Krug Week at Published on Main goes from September 11–20.
KEEP COZY WITH KAPUA THIS AUTUMN Kapua Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand, makes every cozy autumn occasion feel special, from planned dinners to spontaneous hangouts. As the weather turns cool and gatherings shift indoors, autumn brings a new opportunity to savour the simple pleasures of good food, delightful company and a cozy glass of wine. While the season may be synonymous with rich, warming flavours, … Read more
Grappa: Italy’s Pomace Spirit Wine production leaves behind a substantial amount of solid material after grapes have been pressed. The skins, seeds, pieces of pulp, and sometimes stems are collectively called pomace, or vinaccia in Italian. For centuries, much of this material had little commercial value once the juice had been removed. It still contained … Read more
Part 3: Mission Hill Tour After our luncheon at CedarCreek, we were on our way to scenic Mission Hill, one of the cornerstones of the Okanagan wine industry. Anthony von Mandl purchased the struggling Golden Valley winery in 1981 and renamed it Mission Hill. The winery itself dates back to 1966, but von Mandl’s vision … Read more
PINOT GRIGIO DOC DELLE VENEZIE HEADS TO MONTRÉAL: WINE, TERRITORY AND CYCLE TOURISM AHEAD OF THE WORLD CYCLING CHAMPIONSHIPS On September 15, the Consortium will headline a media lunch and a masterclass organized in collaboration with the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Canada. This event continues the initiative linking the DOC to the world of sports, … Read more
There were some very interesting insight at the media attended 2023 Bordeaux Release. Buyer Barb Philip, Category Manager – Wines of Europe, who is responsible for choosing which wines to buy for the BC Liquor Distribution Branch, tells us that at the time of tasting the 2023 wines at the wineries in Bordeaux, the wines … Read more
Kim Uncorked: Welcome to my weekly wine recommendation. Hi, I’m Kim, a passionate lover of wine, food, and any experience that brings the two together! In this weekly blog post, I share my thoughts on a wine that I’ve recently purchased from one of our local independent wine merchants. If you’d like to know more … Read more
As the seasons change, it’s the perfect time to reset with a dreamy evening of self-care. Kapua Sauvignon Blanc brings a crisp, bright balance to a night dedicated to connection and relaxation. A vibrant white wine paired with DIY pampering is the perfect combination for a mellow at-home gathering. Named after the Māori word for “cloud,” Kapua honors Aotearoa’s … Read more