Montalcino Uncorked: One Grape, Two Very Different Wines

Montalcino is one of Tuscany’s great wine regions, yet its story is surprisingly simple. Every serious wine made here comes from a single grape: 100% Sangiovese. Locally, the historic clone is known as Brunello, or “the little dark one,” prized for its thicker skins, deeper colour, firmer tannins, and remarkable ageing potential. What makes Montalcino … Read more

Wednesday Wine Reviews with @Sam_WineTeacher

2023 Under The Chandelier (White Blend) The Gallery West Kelowna, BC $25.00 Pale lemon yellow with medium-minus intensity.  Apple, citrus, white peach, honeysuckle, and melon on the nose.  Good balance.  Fresh and fruity on the palate with flavours that mirror the nose.  A medium-plus finish.  This is a lovely après dinner wine or luncheon wine, … Read more

Super Tuscan Wines from the most recent Tasting Session with @Sam_WineTeacher

“I was fortunate enough to taste some Super Tuscan wines at our most recent tasting group session.  New member, Chris, had travelled to Tuscany some time ago and decided to revisit these special wines for his first presentation.” Sam Hauck

Wines of Tuscany Dinner MULTI-COURSE COMMUNAL ITALIAN FEAST WITH WINES FROM TUSCANY

Wine representative Les Jung will join the Cibo team to showcase an array of wines hailing from the Tuscany region.