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Since the SAQ removed American wines from its shelves, Terry Pomerantz, a great admirer of Californian red wines, has taken the opportunity to explore the infinite universe of European red wines. 1. Paradella Patrimonio (Corsica) Barrel-aged in Radoux Blend barrels for 12 to 22 months, the Paradella Patrimonio is a premium red that stays true…

Tonight’s white wine review is a delicious Sauvignon Blanc from Margaret River in Western Australia that made its debut at the LCBO in last month’s LCBO VINTAGES New Release Collection on October 11th. It is produced by Miles From Nowhere, a wine brand established in 2007 by Franklin & Heather Tate. Franklin began working in…

Photo: Winemaker Ryan de Witte (courtesy Rust Wine Co.) Rust Wine Co. is a sister winery to Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery but has concentrated on different varietals to set itself apart. These included a quartet of Syrah wines and a Zinfandel. Unfortunately for Rust, the January 2024 freeze devastated the winery’s sources of Syrah and…

Both associations are now focused on long-term sustainability. The post STRONGER TOGETHER: BC WINERIES AND BC GRAPEGROWERS REBUILD first appeared on My VanCity. Read STRONGER TOGETHER: BC WINERIES AND BC GRAPEGROWERS REBUILD at MyVanCity

Reading Time: 5 minutes Vasanti Estate Winery is back with a refined lineup of new releases from Oliver’s East and West Bench vineyards. The 2022 reds show depth and structure, while the 2023 Gamay and Cabernet Franc highlight freshness and precision—each wine a true reflection of Vasanti’s modern Okanagan style. Read more about the exceptional…

I have little doubt this was a unique tasting. The post Aged BC Malbec with @Sam_WineTeacher first appeared on My VanCity. Read Aged BC Malbec with @Sam_WineTeacher at MyVanCity

Leah Spooner sits down with the celebrated performer to talk music, family, and her inspiring new journey into the world of wine Deborah Cox’s self-titled album was one of the very first cassette tapes I had ever bought. She rocked the R&B scene in the 90s with her hit song Who Do You Love? and…

By Rick VanSickle While the wines from Niagara’s The Farm strut into this world with a big splash every vintage, its RR81 sub-brand prefers an under-the-radar swagger. Note, also in this Niagara Wine Report: Nominations for the Brock Promoter Awards now open, and our picks from the Vintages release coming up Nov. 22, including bubbles…

Bringing together some of the most influential figures in the global wine industry. The post DO CAVA | Commitment to the territory first appeared on My VanCity. Read DO CAVA | Commitment to the territory at MyVanCity

Tonight’s white wine review is the latest vintage of a terrific Melon de Bourgogne from the Loire Valley that arrived at the LCBO in last month’s October 11th LCBO VINTAGES New Release Collection. It is produced by Domaine Girard, a family estate winery that was established in the 1940s by the husband and wife team…