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Reading Time: 4 minutes Background Meyer Family Vineyards‘ reputation for Burgundy-style wines, specifically Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, can be attributed to several key factors: Microclimate and Terroir: The Okanagan Falls region benefits from a microclimate well-suited for growing grapes like those in Burgundy. The area’s unique combination of sun exposure, temperature swings, and soil composition…

This past January, consumers experimented with drinking in moderation. The post This January, Kim Crawford Illuminate helps friends embrace moderation with full flavour, light-in-alcohol wines first appeared on My VanCity. Read This January, Kim Crawford Illuminate helps friends embrace moderation with full flavour, light-in-alcohol wines at MyVanCity

Canada will be the following stop, with a special focus on the Vancouver International Wine Festival. The post DOC DELLE VENEZIE: 2025 INTERNATIONAL PROMOTION UNDERWAY first appeared on My VanCity. Read DOC DELLE VENEZIE: 2025 INTERNATIONAL PROMOTION UNDERWAY at MyVanCity

I spent several days suffering from severe leg pain before going to a local walk-in clinic (actually a hobble-in clinic). I thought it might be sciatica and followed Dr. Google’s instructions but to no avail. The doctor diagnosed it as a pinched nerve and prescribed an anti-inflammatory and a muscle relaxant. But not to be…

It has been cold in GA! Sudden temperature drops and late-spring frosts are generally the most damaging, it can be difficult to assess how ‘cold hardy’ our vines are at any given point. And while grapevines are generally more cold hardy than I am (because I am a wimp), there are certain ways you can…

Tonight’s white wine review is an excellent, sustainably crafted, and dry Pinot Gris from New Zealand. It is a brand-new arrival at the LCBO that is landing on shelves across Ontario as part of the upcoming February 1st LCBO VINTAGES New Release Collection. Like the excellent 2017 Babich Winemakers’ Reserve Syrah I enjoyed last spring,…

From February 27 to March 9, this year’s edition will feature world-class gastronomy from 64 participating restaurants, including 15 Michelin stars, 2 Green stars, and over 90 guest chefs, sommeliers, and winemakers from eight different countries—a festival record! Returning for its 26th edition, Canada’s largest gourmet festival, and Montreal’s largest winter festival, once again showcases the city’s top-notch…

Garnet in color with mild rustic nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some nice vibrant rustic notes, dried raspberries and the like, all red fruits. On the medium length finish the wine is nice and dry with smooth tannins that coat the palate nicely. The wine really punches above it’s price point. It’s…

Tonight’s red wine review is a delicious Primitivo from Manduria in Puglia that returned to the LCBO last weekend as part of the January 18 LCBO VINTAGES New Release Collection. It is produced by Cantine San Marzano, a co-operative winery that was established in 1962 by winegrowers chasing a dream. Named after the small town…

Gillian Marks, PhD. explores the AVAs, small towns, and winemakers shaping Sonoma’s enduring legacy It has been years since my last visit. When I lived in the San Francisco Bay Area I took it for granted. In the intervening years, I have developed an interest in wine, and Sonoma County, which was a stone’s throw…