Category: Red Wine
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Discovering Argentina’s Uco Valley Through La Celia Malbec Cabernet Franc
Argentina is famous for its Malbec, but there’s so much more to explore in the country’s wine regions. One of the interesting ways to discover Argentine wine is through blends that bring together familiar favourites and varieties that offer something a little different. La Celia’s Reserva Malbec–Cabernet Franc blend offers an opportunity to explore this combination,…
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Napa’s Finest: Uncorking the Richness of Cabernet Sauvignon
Did you know that California has 6 wine growing regions with over 30 AVA’s? And 80% of California wine is produced in a certified sustainable winery? And, they have a diversity of soils, fog influence and a Mediterranean climate along with 248,900 hectares of vineyards, making them the 4th largest producer in the world. It…
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Drink BC Syrah with BC Blueberries
I was told there was a perfect pairing for a Stag’s Hollow Winery Syrah – it was a Blueberry & Feta Risotto, made with BC Blueberries. So, my curiosity led me to try this pairing and see if indeed it was the “perfect pairing”. I bought the wine suggestion which was a 2018 Stag’s Hollow…
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My last dinner at West
The restaurant West in Vancouver, BC has been a staple in the restaurant scene for years. Offering amazing service, a small welcoming room, incredible food and a wine list that’s been curated to be savored and enjoyed. But, guess what? This iconic restaurant will be closing its doors at the end of 2019. Therefore, I…
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One Amazing Winery in Italy
So I know there are thousands of wineries to visit in Italy, let alone the rest of the world. But I discovered an amazing one that you must know about. On a recent trip to Italy in late September, I was visiting in and around Florence and Bologna in the province of Emilia-Romagna. I had…
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Escape to Sunshine
I awoke one morning in late February at my home in Vancouver, to find Winter was still outside. It was cold and raining, with a possible snowfall warning in the forecast. Was I dreaming (again)? Was it ever going to leave? The Westcoast was hit hard by a very long winter this year, and it’s…
