LEARNING ABOUT WINE Crémant de Bourgogne

Crémant de Bourgogne Crémant de Bourgogne is easier to understand when it is treated as one of Burgundy’s wine categories rather than as a secondary alternative to more famous sparkling regions. It is made by the traditional method, and it shares Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with Champagne, but those facts do not tell the reader … Read more

Beaujolais: Dig into Diversity

Beaujolais: Dig into Diversity Beaujolais Brings Depth, Diversity, and Storytelling Power to the Vancouver International Wine Festival At the 2026 Vancouver International Wine Festival I had the opportunity to attend the seminar Beaujolais: Dig into Diversity moderated by Iain Philip. Truth be told I targeted this seminar strictly because of the moderator. Iain Phllip is … Read more

#FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions 2024 recap…

Our weekly recap is now live, expect to see more items added to the list every week. Happy holiday shopping!

#FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions | Liebling Wines

Liebling Wines is a virtual winery based in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario.

#FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions | Robin Ridge Winery

“In this series we bring you our #FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions which we personally recommend” Interesting that Gamay is less popular than a Pinot Noir, or maybe it’s just not planted as much in B.C. as it is in Beaujolais. Perhaps it’s time that we appreciate what a Gamay wine has to offer. 2022 Robin … Read more

#FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions | Stag’s Hollow Winery

Stag’s most sought after reds that are perfect for a special occasion. Plus a Riesling, the first since 2017!