Wine has been produced in South Africa since 1659, that is a lot longer than wines made in North America. 2059 will be 400 years of winemaking for South Africa. They have had time to figure out their terroir; to…
Have you ever been to Galiano Island or needed an excuse to go to Galiano Island? Reading my posts, I assume you are a wine lover. On August 10 you can go to Galiano Island to celebrate their Wine &…
How familiar are you with the parts that make up a wine glass? Try this drag and drop quiz. No checking on Google ahead of time!
It’s time to celebrate Aboriginal culture and wine. You can enjoy both on June 21st. Please read the following press release that I received. Enjoy. ~~~ Osoyoos, B.C. (June 9, 2016) – On June 21,Canadians are invited to celebrate National Aboriginal Day‘s…
I am Terroir. I have been thinking about this for quite a while. The thought has percolated from the sun that has shone on my head, percolating through my brain, through my veins, mixing with the air that fills my…
Enjoying some Italian antipasti, like olives, prosciutto, and cheese together with a glass of Italian wine is a pleasure. I recently had the pleasure to enjoy this through a visit from the Italian Trade Commission and several food and wine…
One of my favourite events of the year, Taste of Tulalip, is coming up in November, but work is still going on behind the scenes. Below is the latest press release for this event. If you are thinking of going,…
As you may recall, earlier this year I set up a poll for Canadians asking some questions about the types of wines they like, how much they pay for wine, etc. Although I did not get as large a sample…
Wine is more than just wine. It is an experience and each wine should hopefully tell you a story about it’s journey from a blossom to a grape to a bottle of wine. As it is an experience, I think…
Are you a lover of Pinots? Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris, I am sure will be front and centre at the Vintage Oregon, all-Oregon wine tasting in Portland on April 28, 2013. Along with these well known varietal wines, you…