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This is what I call my late afternoon wine. The post Liebling Wines Sauvignon Blanc featured wine at WineClub.ca first appeared on My VanCity. Read Liebling Wines Sauvignon Blanc featured wine at WineClub.ca at MyVanCity

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Anita Oberholster, Professor of Cooperative Extension in Enology in the UC Davis Department of Viticulture and Enology, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Her passing leaves an immeasurable void in our UC Davis V&E family. Above all, our thoughts are with…

By Lidija Biro “Wine may be a consumable commodity, but it is also a luxury item. At the high end, let’s say $65, Niagara wine can beat same priced wines from Europe,” says Robbie Raskin, bar/bottle shop owner and recipient of 2024 VQA Promoters Award for Hospitality. The Mavericks is an occasional series by wine…

Raise a glass at the Maritime Spirits Festival on February 14 and 15 in Moncton, New Brunswick. Whether you’re a whisky connoisseur, a gin enthusiast, or a rum lover, you’ll be able to sample a variety of spirits from regional, national and international distilleries and learn about the art of crafting these delicious drinks. Indulge…

Photo: Brenda Hetman-Craig and Layne Craig (courtesy of 40 Knots) Winemaker Kalem Magny joined 40 Knots Vineyard & Estate Winery in the summer of 2023. In the vintage that fall, he stamped his mark on the industry by making a top-flight Vancouver Island Pinot Noir. Pun intended. The winery’s 40-acre vineyard is within earshot of…

Ray Signorello is the visionary force behind Signorello Estate, California’s famed Napa Valley winery. The post Signorello Estate Proprietor Ray Signorello Named Honorary Chair of VanWineFest’s Bacchanalia Gala first appeared on My VanCity. Read Signorello Estate Proprietor Ray Signorello Named Honorary Chair of VanWineFest’s Bacchanalia Gala at MyVanCity

Thursday, January 11th: Tasted two wines from a new winery named Unscripted. Winemaker Marco Piccoli and filmmaker Mike Pohorly (whose uncle Joseph founded Newark Wines, which became Hillebrand – and now Trius – and ultimately he opened Joseph’s) partnered to make these VQA wines from Marco’s vineyard at Rennie’s Custom Crush facility (formerly Stoney Ridge).…

VIWF 2025 Preview: Showcasing wines of the Washington, Oregon and California The Vancouver International Wine Festival (VIWF) is set to celebrate its 46th anniversary from February 22 to March 2, 2025. As one of North America’s premier wine events, VIWF has consistently provided wine enthusiasts with unparalleled experiences, and this year promises to be exceptional.…

Tonight’s red wine review is a mature Vacqueyras that I purchased over a dozen years ago when it arrived on shelves across Ontario in the December 8, 2012 LCBO VINTAGES Release. While this vintage is long sold out, this wine does come through LCBO VINTAGES every fall, with a small amount of the latest vintage…

Reading Time: 2 minutes The impact of Ozempic and other GLP-1 receptor agonists like Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound on the alcohol and wine industry appears to be multifaceted, with several studies and anecdotal evidence suggesting a potential decrease in alcohol consumption among users of these drugs. Here’s a detailed analysis: Reduced Alcohol Consumption Studies and…