Wednesday Wine Reviews from @Sam_WineTeacher

  2018 White Gold (Chardonnay Reserve) Fort Berens Lillooet, BC $29.99 This wine differs from their white label chardonnay in that it leans more toward a California style – bigger and more opulent at a much better price point than its southern peers.  Lemon yellow with medium-minus intensity.  Lemon cream, butter, and pineapple, with undertones … Read more

Wednesday Wine Reviews by @Sam_WineTeacher

#WineWednesday reviews by wine reviewer Sam Hauck aka Sam the Wine Teacher.

#DRINKPINK a spring launch of rosé wines from around the globe!

I enjoyed the day and it was nice to sample so many different rosés. The majority of these wines were organic or biodynamic which is different than what I would normally choose.

A Flight of Sparkling Wines

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.

Travel Deals Down Under with Cathay Pacific

Savings between 6-18% off Premium Economy and Economy Class fares for Canadian travellers to Australia and New Zealand.   For a limited time, Cathay Pacific is offering savings between 6-18% off Premium Economy and Economy Class airfares from Canada to Auckland, and a choice of 6 cities in Australia, including Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Cairns, Adelaide … Read more

Deep South Meets Down Under at Mamie Taylor’s

  Chinatown restaurant to host Australia’s Alpha Box & Dice for a culture clash winemakers dinner on June 20   Mamie Taylor’s Restaurant is teaming up with Australia’s Alpha Box & Dice winery for a “Deep South Meets Down Under” Winemakers Dinner on Tuesday, June 20 at 7pm. The intimate evening will be hosted by the dynamic duo of Dylan and … Read more

Parents looking for fun, safe options at 2016 Honda Celebration of Light encouraged save their spot at the YVR Observation Deck

  Looking for a safe, fun and affordable place to watch Vancouver’s largest event and the world’s longest-running offshore fireworks competition? The YVR Observation Deck is the perfect spot for families or groups who want to ensure they have a comfortable seat together to watch the fireworks in a safe environment. The YVR Observation deck features dedicated washroom … Read more

TRAVEL DOWN UNDER WITH CATHAY PACIFIC AIRWAYS 

  Cathay Pacific Airline offers fare savings for Canadian travellers to Australia and New Zealand   For a limited period, Cathay Pacific is offering savings up to 12% off Premium Economy and Economy Class airfares from Canada to Auckland and a choice of 6 cities in Australia, including Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Melbourne and Cairns. … Read more

Give Grenache A Chance

When someone asks if you like red wine, what do you think of?  French Bordeaux? Australian Shiraz? Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon? Argentinean Malbec? What about Grenache? Grenache is a red grape variety of note from the Rhone Valley (as well as Spain where it is known as Garnacha), that has spread across the world.  You … Read more

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