Argentina

LEARNING ABOUT WINE: Why Cabernet Sauvignon Is Often Blended with Merlot

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Replanting after the freeze helped establish the distribution of the two varieties found in modern Bordeaux.

Introducing Finca La Celia with Federico Colombo

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Introducing Finca La Celia with Federico Colombo Do you think you know Argentine Malbec? Think again.   Last week, I sat down with Federico Colombo, winemaker and brand ambassador for Finca La Celia. The historic estate dates back to 1890, when founder Eugenio Bustos reportedly traded his best horse for Malbec vines and introduced them to Mendoza’s … Read more

Kim Uncorked: Welcome to my weekly wine recommendation.

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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

Kim Uncorked: Welcome to my weekly wine recommendation.

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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

Vancouver Celebrates Malbec World Day

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Celebrate 15 Years of Malbec World Day with Argentine Wine Tastings at Marquis Wine Cellars This April, wine lovers in Vancouver are invited to raise a glass to one of the world’s most iconic grape varieties as Malbec World Day marks its 15th anniversary. Celebrated annually on April 17, Malbec World Day commemorates a pivotal … Read more

#FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions | Torrontes – Salta Amauta

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“In this series we bring you our #FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions which we personally recommend” We wanted to bring you a wine that is a pleaser, good value and readily available at 59 BC Liquor stores. Great news for last minute shopping wine lovers. A wine that makes a great hostess/host gift, always welcome at … Read more

Wine Paris/Vinexpo Paris is a resounding success!

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The 4th edition of Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris delivered on its promise with a hugely successful outcome.