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Each year, on April 22, we celebrate Earth Day as people worldwide unite to promote the protection of our planet and environment. But for vineyards and winegrowers, every day is a reminder of the need to protect the environment. Effects of climate change on viticulture Climate change has profound impacts on the viticulture industry, which…

Tonight’s red wine review is a lovely Syrah-based blend from Languedoc that newly arrived at the LCBO last weekend in the April 13th LCBO VINTAGES New Release Collection. It is included as part of the release’s theme on Perfect Pairings for Spring Celebrations and will be a fine match for backyard BBQs. It is produced…

More and more people are realizing the benefits of holding on to some of their wines. Read From the Cellar with @Sam_WineTeacher at MyVanCity

The dinner will pair innovative dish creations. Read Savour the Sun Wine Dinner with Notch8 Restaurant : April 17th, 2024 at MyVanCity

It’s the highest certification for sustainability on a world level On January 12th, 2024, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) officially confirmed that 2023 was the warmest year on record, and smashed the global temperature record. Never has the imperative to consider sustainability been more relevant. Tucked in the northeastern corner of Catalonia, Spain and surrounded…

We’re delighted to announce an exclusive pre-sale for tickets to our upcoming Wine Legends Dinner V chaired by José Andrés. Grapes For Humanity Global has partnered with José Andrés in order to raise funds to support Hôpital Albert Hospital. José will match the wines for dinner with an outstanding menu. In addition to the wines…

Photo: Grant Stanley in barrel cellar (photo courtesy Spearhead Winery) East Kelowna’s Spearhead Winery is about to release two Pinot Noirs from the excellent 2022 vintage. Unfortunately, both are in small volumes (less than 200 cases). Consumers will need to move fast to get them. Like most East Kelowna producers, Spearhead has been struggling with…

Westcott Vineyard whites Westcott Vineyards Butler’s Grant Old Vines Riesling 2022 (Twenty Mile Bench) Pale straw colour; minerally, grapefruit nose with a floral top note; light to medium-bodied, crisply dry, lemon-lime and green apple flavours with great persistence on the palate. Can be opened now but with that acidity it will last for 8–10 years.…

By Rick VanSickle There was darkness, then minutes later, light once again bathed the vineyards while a cacophony of birds chirps as if it was dawn at 3:30 in the afternoon; such was the scene at Westcott Vineyards for the total eclipse of the sun. It was eerie and enthralling at the same time despite…

Tonight’s white wine review is a delicious New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, the newest addition to the General List family at the LCBO, arriving last month and widely available at LCBO outlets across Ontario. It is produced by Squealing Pig, a winery whose tale is about a big who wants more from life than just his…