Sogrape – Committed to Sustainability and Celebrating Earth Day
Sogrape is the producer of wines Silk & Spice, Gazela Vinho Verde, Mateus, Sandeman Port to name a few.
Portugal
Indigenous BC Resort Named Top 15 in the World
The selection of 15 essential stays features the best in design, comfort, and sustainability around the world.
Wine Paris/Vinexpo Paris is a resounding success!
The 4th edition of Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris delivered on its promise with a hugely successful outcome.
Master of Port 2022 Cocktails and Dinner
The occasion, an Award Ceremony cocktail and dinner of the Master of Port Canada 2022 competition at the Vancouver Club on October 12th.
Portugal, A Region to Dream About
Portugal boasts an impressive diversity of vineyard terroirs, from rugged mountains to verdant river valleys.
The Heart of Wine Country™ | Upcoming Events from our Wineries
The wineries are gearing up, getting ready to welcome you back. A few of the fun, get-you-out-of-the-house events that are happening in our region.
Premium Portugal Wines
In Portugal, as is the case in the rest of Europe, wines are named after their region, rather than by grape variety which is the fashion in new world countries.
Wednesday Wine Reviews @Sam_WineTeacher
2016 Chardonnay (Winemaker’s Reserve) Mount Boucherie West Kelowna, BC $30.00 I tried this wine (same vintage) about a year ago and really liked it. Now with another year of cellaring, it was even better. Lemon yellow in colour with medium-minus intensity. The nose shows aromas of apple, lime, honeydew melon, butter, and toast. Well … Read more
Premium Portugal Wines – Herdade Do Arrepiado Velho Rosé Alentejo 2017
These wines provide the terroir profile specific to each vineyard creating individual expressions in each and every one of their wines.
Tasting Ten 2005 Bordeaux by @Sam_WineTeacher
Kurt is responsible for designing the December session in our tasting group. He tends to pull some amazing wines from his cellar for our tastings, so it is one I try to never miss. This year was no exception – a collection of aged reds, primarily right bank Bordeaux.