This month, we're running a four-part series on some of the province's best value wines. We start by looking at 10+ of some of the best international reds we tasted over the past year that hit the shelf under $20, and are widely available. The adage you
This week's top ten is a bit of a head-turner. We selected ten wines sold in BC Liquor Stores that impressed over the last year, but savvy wine buyers thought were too expensive compared to what they sell for in the rest of the world. Often wine fiends
Your mumma was right. It's the thought that counts. When you’re buying wines for the special moms in your life, the sky’s the limit, even if your budget isn’t. We've selected some special, meaningful bottles that have each had a lot
For our final Top 10 commemorating #BCWineMonth we thought it would be fitting to highlight some of the unique grapes planted and vinified in BC. Some of these (ehrenfelser, chenin blanc) came to BC decades ago in experimental and / or adventuresome trials.
It's easy to self isolate with these 20 local wines, available for under $20 in BC. Whenever possible, try to purchase directly from the winery, or from independent wine shops, to keep our industry healthy and strong. 87/100Black Hills Alias Riesling
Though you can't go visit these wine regions, you can certainly enjoy them, and support them, while remaining at home. Here are 20 recently tasted gems from our international wine community many widely available in government stores but be sure to look
Carrying on with our #BCWineMonth focus, this week's Top 10 highlights one of our province's (and country's) strengths : sparkling wine. From authentic ancestrales, to quick and cherry charmat bubble, through to lengthy and ageworthy traditional method
Following up on last week's Top 10 BC White Wines, this week we highlight some of our favourite BC Reds, recently tasted at GOW. With #BCWineMonth here, and everyone sticking much closer to home, we can't think of a better time to seek out and enjoy these
We have always kept a close watch on the BC Wine industry at GOW. With the current global shutdown, and April marking the annual BC Wine Month, we thought there was no better time to shine the light on our local producers, farmers, vintners, and eno-heroes. Buying
Even though you can't physically travel to most wine regions right now, it doesn't mean you can't be transported there by what's in your glass. That's one of the most tremendously powerful things about wine: the ability to reach your senses, trigger memories,
Following last week's Top 10 : Italian Reds, we're welcoming in spring with a flush of fresh Italian whites to brighten your days. And it's a lesson in Italian diversity as well. In this expanded list, we reach from the tip to the tail of Italy, and don't
As we're all practicing safe self-distancing across the country, we may be dipping into our cellars or getting in touch with our local wine shops to find some wines to fill our days. This week we're thinking about our Italian friends, the first in the
Wine Fest is upon us, and with France the theme region, it looks to be a magnificent week. There are numerous wines to check out from across France, including a circutious route from Alsace to Loire to Bourgogne to Beaujolais, to the Rhone to Languedoc-Roussillon,
Valentine’s Day. You either adore it, or abhor it. I reserve my vote for the purposes of peace, love and harmony, and this column, but I will forever admit my unabashed love for sparkling rosé. Here are the top sparkling rosés tasted
What was your wine resolution? We don't believe in Dry January, but are fans of the New Year's resolution to expand your wine vocabulary. There are thousands of grapes out there, from dozens of countries, and the ever-expanding exploration is what keeps
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