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  • EPA Extends the Deadline for Mancozeb Comments till 16 October

    See attached for a letter from EPA that extends the date for mancozeb comments till 16 October. I am also including the actual mancozeb review document for your reference as needed. I know that most of you are in the middle of harvest, so I hope this will help to provide a little more time…

  • No.3: a number one gin

    Berry Bros. & Rudd’s No.3 London Dry Gin combines centuries-old tradition with modern craft, delivering a perfectly balanced spirit for martinis and beyond It’s probably no stretch to say that few wine and spirits merchants are as venerable as Berry Bros. & Rudd (BB&R). With a history dating back 325 years and two Royal Warrants…

  • Wine Art Estate Idisma Drios Assyrtiko 2022 (Greece) – Wine Review

    Tonight’s white wine review is an excellent Assyrtiko from PGI Drama in northeastern Greece. It is a brand-new arrival at the LCBO, coming to shelves as part of last month’s August 24th LCBO VINTAGES New Release Collection and is readily available across Ontario right now. Founded by Yiannis Papadopoulos in 1993, Wine Art Estate is…

  • Ontario wine lovers come to BC Wine Country

    They were awestruck by the spectacular scenery and surprised by the variety of activities available. The post Ontario wine lovers come to BC Wine Country first appeared on My VanCity. Read Ontario wine lovers come to BC Wine Country at MyVanCity

  • Blue Mountain chooses not to import grapes this fall

    Photo: Blue Mountain vineyard near Okanagan Falls Followers of Blue Mountain Vineyard & Cellars hardly need a reminder to stock up on the current releases while they are available. Like other Okanagan producers, Blue Mountain suffered major vineyard damage during last January’s freeze. “All of our vineyards were impacted, with some bud damage, but fortunately,…

  • Chef Q&A: DaNico’s Daniele Corona talks culinary fusion, innovation, and tradition

    The Michelin-starred chef discusses his Italian roots, the fusion of Italian and Asian flavours, and his relentless pursuit of culinary excellence in Toronto’s dynamic dining scene In Italy, food is the foundation of Italian culture, commonly celebrated in its ability to teach, express and continue family traditions. Born in Naples, Italy, Daniele Corona’s upbringing was…

  • A tasty wine journey to Ottawa’s KIN Vineyards and the County’s Last House

    By Rick VanSickle It just isn’t easy making wine on the margins in Ontario but when winemakers get it right, it can be a magical experience. My wife Maureen and I travelled to Prince Edward County and the Ottawa Valley recently with not nearly enough time for a deep dive into the many wineries we…

  • A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 939: Malivoire and an Interesting Wine from Georgia

    Wines of note tasted this week: Malivoire Courtney Gamay 2024 (Beamsville Bench, October Vintages release, $34.95; $35 at the winery) Deep ruby in colour; lightly cedary, cherry bouquet; medium-bodied, dry, richly extracted cherry flavour with fresh acidity; firmly structured and beautifully balanced; great length. (91) Malivoire Rose Moira 2023 (Beamsville Bench, winery only, $28) 100%…

  • LAVAU Côtes du Rhône Blanc 2022 (France) – Wine Review

    Tonight’s white wine review is a delicious blend of Grenache Blanc and Viognier from the Rhône wine region of France. It made its debut at the LCBO in the recent August 24th LCBO VINTAGES New Release Collection and is widely available across Ontario right now. It is produced by Maison LAVAU, a winery that was…

  • The health of vineyard soils: towards a sustainable viticulture

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