June 10 is National Rosé Day, but what do you know about Rosé wines? Here’s some background so you can further appreciate these wines and toast a glass or two on June 10. What are Rosé Wines? Rosé wines, often…
I received an email with three BC VQA wine suggestions for Mother’s Day. Two sparkling rosé wines and one still rosé wine. I think moms will like these wines. Here is the info that I received. All three wines are…
In my previous article, I talked about the top wines that I tasted at the International Festival Tasting Room during VanWineFest 2023. Those were wines that are in my 4.5 – 5 star range. But as I checked my notes,…
To start off the Vancouver International Wine Festival, I attended this masterclass which featured 11 British Columbia wines from across the province, “Defining the Root of BC Terroir“. Our panellists, the winemakers at the wineries, discussed the unique growing conditions…
I and other Trade people were invited to “explore the Pacific Wine Route with us. In the spirit of expedition and discovery, take a page from Lewis and Clark: come taste through the green, gentle slopes of Oregon’s unique beauty,…
Easter weekend is coming up for many people around the world. There are many traditions besides the Easter celebrations among different faiths but enjoying meals with family and friends is a big part of each of them. Here are 6…
This week was the official release of Liquidity Wines‘ first certified organic Rosé of Pinot Noir 2022. And to celebrate the release, there was a small party held downtown at D6 Bar & Lounge, the DOUGLAS, Autograph Collection (also accessible…
Spring is here and summer will be on its way. Rose wine is appreciated on the patio and pairs with many dishes. I spoke with Rob Campisi, Head Winemaker, from Dunham Cellars during Taste Washington about their Rosé wine that…
It has been four years since I last attended Taste Washington in Seattle. COVID shut down the event, but now Taste Washington is back and maybe even better. This is the event where you can taste the wide variety of…
Seaside Pearl Farmgate Winery in Abbotsford continues to produce top-quality limited-production wines. The two wines I tasted, their Magnolias Rosé 2021 and The Connaught Syrah 2020, continue with this tradition. Let me tell you about them. My Wine Tasting Notes…