Malbec: King for a Day…and More

By |2024-03-05T10:17:44-08:00April 13th, 2016|Uncategorized, Wine|

Malbec World Day (April 17th.) is again fast approaching—yet one more reminder of the value to be found from the South American producer. While it’s true Argentina has built its reputation on Malbec, what might surprise you is that the grape’s popularity is relatively recent. In fact, we can probably, in part, thank Michel Rolland [...]

Alistair Veen is BC Sommelier of the Year

By |2021-11-15T09:17:57-08:00January 26th, 2016|Wine|

There was some seriously hot competition at Vancouver's Rogers Arena this week. And it wasn’t on the ice. CAPS BC (more lengthily known as the Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers, BC Chapter) held its annual competition to determine the best sommelier in the province. Vying for top honours were Sean Nelson of Vij’s Restaurant (Vancouver), Shane [...]

Three Old World White Wines to Broaden your Palate

By |2018-01-21T15:05:08-08:00January 18th, 2016|Wine|

This year's event—the 38th —puts Italy firmly in the spotlight. That adds up to a perfect opportunity to reacquaint yourself with the remarkable variety of Italian wines from across its 20 contrasting regions, and with no shortage of Italian food, of course.

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