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How often do you drink white Bordeaux wines? Do you know that they range from bone dry to lusciously sweet? Do you know which grape varieties go into white Bordeaux wines? I recently attended a seminar at L’Abbatoir in Gastown, covering these wines and some ideas for wine pairings that was hosted by Wines of Bordeaux. Our speaker was Emma…
I had an interesting conversation with Stephane Dupuch, winery owner, from Chateau Sainte-Marie, in the International Festival Tasting room during the Vancouver International Wine Festival 2026. Stephane is the fourth generation in this family-run winery, located in the Entre-Deux-Mers of Bordeaux. They produce red, white, and sparkling wines. They also have a winery located on the left bank in Bordeaux. …
The Vancouver International Wine Festival 2026 will soon be upon us; March 7 – 14, 2026. I checked today for the status of the events to see which events still have tickets and which are sold out. As you may have guessed ALL winery dinners are already sold out. But don’t fret as there are tickets for many seminars, wine…
Six years ago we welcomed Gérard Bertrand and the Gérard Bertrand Group to VanWineFest 2020. Now, we can welcome them back to VanWineFest 2026. Read about their history and wines in their own words. Introducing Gérard Bertrand In 1975, Georges Bertrand introduced his son, Gérard, to harvesting on the Domaine de Villemajou in the unique terroir of Corbières. From his…
Hervé Martin, the celebrated chef and owner of The French Table bistro on Main Street, is welcoming lovers of French cuisine back to his beloved restaurant after an unexpected twist in his retirement journey. He trained in Michelin-starred restaurants in France and then went on to work in the elite kitchens of three Michelin-starred establishments in Switzerland and France. Hervé…
If you are still thinking about what to do for a New Year’s celebration, Provence Marinaside in Yaletown is offering a fantastic option. Here is their press release. ~~~~~~~~~~ (Vancouver, BC) – The classic song asks “What are you doing New Year’s Eve?” There are so many options out there it’s hard to choose, however one that is worthy of…
Embarking on a journey through the world of French wine is a delightful experience, but deciphering the terms on a wine label can be a daunting task. French wines are not only celebrated for their exquisite flavours but also for the intricate classification systems that define their origin and quality. Let me unravel the mystique behind some key terms found…
French wine labels may be a mystery to many non-European wine lovers. The labels follow strict regulations under French law. Some of the problems may also be the terms on the label written in French. It does not have to be intimidating. Once you learn the basics of French wine labels, you will be able to better select the wine…
A whole year has passed since my 2021 Wine Quiz, which was related to wines, wineries, and winemakers I was able to interact with and write about on mywinepal.com. Here is my 3rd Annual 2022 Wine Quiz. There are 10 questions gleaned from my articles this year. I hope you enjoy it!
If you are looking for something to do in Canada during the winter, why not try the gourmet program of MONTRÉAL EN LUMIÈRE? Besides food there are also many free events. Here are the details in their press release.~~~~~ MONTREAL, Nov. 28, 2022 /CNW Telbec/ – MONTRÉAL EN LUMIÈRE, presented in collaboration with Scotiabank, is thrilled to announce that the 24th edition of the festival will be…
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