Tag: Leyda Valley

Andres Izquierdo

Talk About Sibaris Wines with Andres Izquierdo from Vina Undurraga at VanWineFest 2023

 mywinepal  May 28, 2023

I had an excellent talk with Andres Izquierdo from Viña Undurraga in Chile at VanWineFest 2023.  He talked about the history of Viña Undurraga, which was established in 1885.  We then moved on to a discussion of the cool-climate region of Leyda Valley where their Sibaris Pinot Noir grapes were grown.  Do you know what Sibaris means?  Listen to Andres…

A selection of Santa Ema wines

Say Hola to Santa Ema at VanWineFest 2023

 mywinepal  February 14, 2023

Here we have Chile’s Santa Ema winery telling us about their history and the wines they will be pouring at the Vancouver International Wine Festival. Enjoy. About Santa Ema With over 60 years of professional experience, Santa Ema are pioneers in the Maipo Valley where they are always searching for the best expressions of terroir, from the mountains to the coast….

Opening Up Vina Santa Carolina Wines from Chile

 mywinepal  December 6, 2018

Chile produces many fine wines at different price points.  Some people though view less expensive wines as simple and not too enjoyable.  But that is not always true.  In part, a wine may taste simple because it did not have a chance to decant and become more expressive.  And many people buying wines around $15 may want to open the wine,…

My Latest IVSA Wine Picks – January 2012

 mywinepal  January 24, 2012

January 23, 2012, arrived full of promise, dragon-sized.  With that in mind, I checked out the New Product Salon for the Import Vintners & Spirits Association (IVSA) in downtown Vancouver.  There was a wide range of wines; sparkling, still, red, white, and fortified.  A few stars from the tasting that I would like to share with you.    Italian Prosecco…