2022 Riesling Mayhem Okanagan Falls, BC $20.97 The grapes for this wine came from the Garagan Vineyard on the Naramata Bench. They were whole-bunch pressed and aged in 73% stainless steel and 27% in neutral French oak barrels. Only 211 cases were produced. Lemon yellow with medium-minus intensity. Lime, minerality, nectarine, lemon cream, peach, … Read more
In addition to the weekly wine review and the various other, usually wine-related, articles I write for My Van City, I am including a new one that will appear from time to time. I’m calling it, ‘From the Cellar’. It will be much like the wine reviews, except that it will feature wines that have … Read more
NV Brut Reserva Segura Viudas Torrelavit, Spain $16.99 Segura Viudas is well-known for delivering good quality sparkling Spanish wines (cava) and this modestly priced Reserva proves the point. Straw coloured with medium-light intensity. Baked apple, citrus, brioche, and dried tree fruit with undertones of yeasty lees on the nose. Good balance and mousse. The … Read more
These two wines, just a year apart are both very good, though clearly different in character. Just don’t ask me to pick a favourite.
This is the second of two foresightful opportunities to experience the nuances of fine wine in the comfort of your own home.
This week is dedicated to the fine wines of the Mark Anthony Group. Favourites all we kick off this very special week with CedarCreek Estate Winery.
At last, the moment BC wine lovers have been waiting for! Meyer Family Vineyard located in beautiful Okanagan Falls is open for Tastings visits!
Recent awards in the All Canadian Wine Championship – “In the Pinot Noir category, Privato Vineyard and Winery won three Best in Class Double Gold medals for three of their wines including the 2017 Pinot Noir, 2016 North of the 50 Pinot Noir and 2015 Grande Reserve Pinot Noir.”
Great news, all the 2018 Meyer Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are ready to ship. Meyer is offering free shipping on 12 or more bottles using the code SHIPTOSIP on their website. Access their site to buy now while quantities last! These are outstanding Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines that you will enjoy now or cellar … Read more
Small producers tend to strive for quality and Eau Vivre is no exception. Their name, which translates to ‘Drink Life’, reflects this quest for quality. Sam Hauck