The 2006 Wine Access Canadian Wine Awards results are out and B.C. wineries have once again found favour with the panel of national judges, which included this writer. The annual survey conducted by Wine Access magazine attracted more than 650 wines this
Medal Results 2006 Canadian Wine Awards Syrah, the big reds, Gewürztraminer and Pinot Gris rule in British Columbia! Riesling, Chardonnay and Icewine in Ontario! Many of Canadian wine's emerging regional strengths were confirmed by the 6th annual
New releases are the story this week and, as usual, you'll find them in special end-of-aisle displays in B.C. Liquor Stores. Remember, not every store is involved in the New Releases program, but any known for its extensive wine selection is a prime candidate. In
A number of Chilean wineries took part in a six-city tour of Canada this month with tastings in Vancouver, Calgary, Winnipeg, Toronto, Montreal and Quebec City. Public response was predictably large in most stops save Calgary, where sky-high oil and housing
On this Thanksgiving weekend, wine drinkers have plenty to be thankful for. In my estimation, the wines of the world have never tasted better and when it comes to selection, the number of quality labels in our market has never been higher. It's not a
The real Okanagan Wine Festival gets under way this weekend and runs through the Thanksgiving Day weekend. I say real because there are spring, summer and winter versions of the original wine country bash, but none come close to what you can experience
More good news for British Columbia wineries, at least those who believe their competition is the world and not the wineries down the street. Earlier this week, Calgary-based Wine Access magazine released the results of its first ever International Value
This week's column is a mixed bag, perhaps mirroring the changeable fall weather. As local growers sweat out the final few weeks of the harvest, waiting for their grapes to fully ripen, we suggest you move off the beaten track for a week and taste something
Castle Lager Long Tom Cans, South Africa88/100 POINTS$11.99 (6 x 450 mL) Pale gold colour with spicy, fruity hops, malt and cooked rice aromas. Fresh, crisp, lively palate with earthy, fruity, slightly bitter hops flavours. Creamy texture and well
I never thought I would feel sorry for merlot, given the many forgettable bottles that have crossed my desk, but the movie Sideways has me reconsidering my attitude. Sideways is long gone from theatres but the scenic romp through Santa Barbara
If you were to ask me which grape varieties have impressed me the most in 2006, I would have to say malbec and sauvignon blanc. Malbec probably comes as no surprise -- the savoury, Argentine dinner red is really coming into its own -- but the revelation
Vina Montes has commenced activities in Napa Valley, California where, they "intend to produce Napa wines by Aurelio Montes, starting with this 2006 vintage," says Director, Founding Partner and Guardian of the Spirit Douglas Murray. The inaugural
88 Black Hills Nota Bene 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot - Cabernet FrancOkanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaBC $36.90 winery direct and private wine shopsThe lightest colour we've seen in any southern B.C. red in some time. Typically peppery on
Officially, there's still three weeks of summer to come, but few would argue Labour Day all but marks the end of summer on the coast. It doesn't mean the warm days will vanish completely, but it's the coming cool nights of autumn that are grabbing my
WHITES87 Bouchard Aîné & Fils Chardonnay 2005 Vin de Pays d'Oc, Languedoc, South of France, FranceAB $11.99 private wine shops; BC $11.99 specialtyRipe apple, lees, mineral, citrus skin, slightly floral nose. Round, dry, slightly tight but elegant style
WHITES 91 CedarCreek Chardonnay Platinum Reserve 2004 Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, CanadaBC $28.99 winery direct, VQA wine shopsOpen inviting creamy lees and green apple nose with hazelnut, vanilla, floral, citrus aromas and just a touch of butter
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