Cabernet Franc

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

LEARNING ABOUT WINE: Why Merlot Tastes Different in California, Bordeaux, and Italy

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Those differences begin with climate and vineyard soils.

Wine with Friends | Kismet Phulkari Rosé

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“In this series I will be reviewing wines shared with friends” From time to time I am the fortunate recipient of wines sent to me for review. It is especially nice to share these wines with friends. Not only does it make for lively conversation, and often diverse opinions, but it also makes for a … Read more

Adega on 45th: Portuguese Spirit in Canada’s Desert Wine Country

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At the foot of Anarchist Mountain in Osoyoos, just minutes from the Canada–U.S. border, sits Adega on 45th. Adega is the Portuguese word for a wine cellar or winery, an appropriate name for a winery that proudly celebrates its heritage while producing distinctly Okanagan wines. Many visitors drive past Adega on their way to Nk’Mip … Read more

Synchromesh #8 in Canada’s Top 10 Small Wineries

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WE HAVE SOME EXCITING NEWS TO SHARE #8 in the Top 10 Small Wineries in Canada #6 in Top 10 BC Wineries #11 in Top 25 Wineries of Canada Synchromesh Wines has been named #8 in WineAlign’s 2026 Top 10 Small Wineries in Canada, with four Gold medals and three Bronze medals at the National … 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

Welcome Summer with Hester Creek

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Building on the last “Back to VQA” wines that were featured on MyVanCity we are pleased to present three more VQA wines that are perfect for summer. These three wines are all perfect as your summer companion. From just sitting on the deck. soaking in a lakeside view, to enjoying a BBQ on a hot … 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