by mywinepal • • Comments Off on Getting Insights on Argentinean Malbec and More with Alberto Arizu from Luigi Bosca
The Luigi Bosca family has a 120 history of growing grapes and producing wines in Mendoza, Argentina. Alberto Arizu the great-grandson for the Luigi Bosca winery spoke to us today about the history of the winery, the family, and the…
by mywinepal • • Comments Off on MyWinePal Top 5 Star Rated Red Wines for 2018
This is Part 2 of my top rated wines for 2018. I earlier released my list of 40 white and sparkling wines for 2018, which you can read at this link. This red wine list came from Trade tastings with agents…
by mywinepal • • Comments Off on A Plethora of Wine Gems from the Vintage West Portfolio for You
One of the perks of being a wine writer is an invitation to a portfolio tasting from a wine agent. The agency can bring out winery principals in some cases, who you can have a chat to about their wines. …
by mywinepal • • Comments Off on Free BC Liquor Store Events in August Feature Wines of Argentina
If you are a lover of Argentinean wines, or maybe want to learn more about them, in particular, Malbec, then you may want to attend one of these free events by the BC Liquor Stores in August. Below is the…
by mywinepal • • Comments Off on The Secrets to Argentina’s Malbecs
Certain regions of the world are well-known for producing exceptional wines. Burgundy producing Pinot Noir, or Napa Valley producing Cabernet Sauvignon for example. There is usually something about their terroir that brings out the best of their grapes, which then…
by mywinepal • • Comments Off on Top Drop Vancouver Returns in May: Get Your Tickets!
If you want to taste top shelf wine from around the world, attend Top Drop Vancouver. I’ve attended the last two years and can vouch for the wines that you will enjoy. Here is my review of last year’s event:…
by mywinepal • • Comments Off on Wine and Spirits Events at BC Liquor Stores in April
News from the BC Liquor stores about upcoming events. Wines of Chile and Wines of Argentina are featured, amongst others. ~~~ PARK ROYAL GRAND MARNIER ENGRAVING EVENT Sunday, April 1st & Saturday, April 21st – 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Friday,…
by mywinepal • • Comments Off on Wine, Beer and Liquor Special Events at BC Liquor Stores in July
At various BC Liquor Stores in July there will be special tastings of wines, beers, and other liquor. Find something new at one of these events and continue to enjoy them into August and onward. Here is the list of…
by mywinepal • • Comments Off on What’s Special About April 17? Think Malbec.
According to Wikipedia, “Malbec World Day is celebrated on April 17, to commemorate the day when president Domingo Faustino Sarmiento of Argentina officially made it his mission to transform Argentina’s wine industry. On that day, back in 1853, he tasked…
by mywinepal • • Comments Off on Quick Review: Bodega Norton Barrel Select Sauvignon Blanc
When you think of Argentinean wine, you probably think of Malbec for red and Torrontes for white. Some of you may also mention Bonarda. But how about Sauvignon Blanc? Bodega Norton has produced a partially barrel fermented (in French oak)…