Wine 101: Busting Myths, Part 2
In continuation of my article ‘Busting Myths’ Part 1, I share more quick wine facts. Things you always wanted to know but you were too shy to ask..unless you happened...
Wine 101 — Wine, Weather and Song
Like many, my taste preferences when it comes to wine change with the weather. On hotter days I prefer white, pink or sparkling wine, while on cooler days I reach...
Wine 101 - Biodynamic Basics
Ten years ago, it was difficult to mention biodynamics without getting strange looks or being lured into some lengthy debate. Meanwhile, many of the world's best wineries, like French Burgundian...
Wine 101: Busting Myths, Part 1
Being a ‘wine expert’ at social gatherings can be a blessing and a curse at the same time. If you find yourself in a crowd where you barely know anyone,...
Wine 101: Cellaring On A Budget
Wine. This vast topic is both a symbol of pleasure and an intimidating subject. Meant to share and to celebrate life, wine also carries myths and snobbery. One of these...
Wine 101: On B.C. Pinot Noir
We’re just around the corner from the third annual B.C. Pinot Noir Celebration, happening Saturday, August 22 in the Okanagan Valley. So what’s the scoop with the Celebration? In their...
Wine 101: What Makes a Wine Summery?
I asked myself this question a few days ago after showing up at a friend’s apartment for a BBQ and was handed a glass of wine. The wine was a...
Wine 101: What Is Bottle Shock?
Maybe you looked at the title of this post and though “oh, well it’s a Hollywood drama/comedy starring Chris Pine, Alan Rickman and Bill Pullman based on the infamous 1976...