Don’t you feel that a place in France that has a history of winemaking that dates as far back as 82 AD would be more well known than it is today? But maybe keeping this region a mystery makes the wines we discover theremore interesting, fun, and even more flavorful! I am talking about the Jura region in northeast France
Read moreMost people love Niagara Falls because it is such a magical place! There is something in the air, in the water, in the soil, or something in the atmosphere that makes this place so special. Or maybe all of them put together makes the perfect scenario for growing a vineyard and producing fantastic wines. Pssst…by the way…..Canada produces amazing wines
Read moreFor a wine lover, there is nothing like lining up a group of wines from one prestigious winery and taste through them all in one evening…..with friends to share with of course! To be able to sample different wine varieties from the same winery and its different vineyards is a fun and educational experience! We were able to examine the
Read moreAs the Thanksgiving Day grocery store madness grows closer, who has time to worry about choosing wines for your Thanksgiving feast?! There is a plethora of different flavors and tastes on your Thanksgiving table and you want wines that will make everyone happy. Including your Wine Expert Uncle Pierre as well as teetotaler Gramma Betsy! There is a saying “Ain’t
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One of the most satisfying things in life is pairing great foods with great wines. Doesn’t it satisfy your ego when you have found the right wine for a meal you created or chose an amazing wine at a nice restaurant? It really is fantastic! But how about if we go one step further? Many of the words you would
Read moreOn balmy, warm evenings, my thoughts turn to a refreshing, dry Prosecco. (yes, I dream of world peace too, but tonight it is all about taste). Beautiful straw color in my glass with light effervescent bubbles. Intoxicating aroma’s of peach, apple, and lilac flowers! Medium bodied with lively bubbles and a soft mouthfeel. Savory flavors of tropical fruit, Bartlett Pear,
Read moreThe holidays have snuck up on us once again and because our schedules are like a snowball rolling swiftly downhill gaining size and speed in every passing minute, who has time to decide what wines to buy for the upcoming festivities? Well, don’t you worry your curled little elf shoes. Just as Santa travels around the world in one night,
Read moreWhen Summer is coming up “Rosés”, then we must take advantage and sip them in. So many varieties, flavors, and smells…how can we try them all in just 13 short summer weeks? Colors that go from a pink salmon to a deep cranberry hue. They just scream fun, flavor, and festivities! Just as a rose can be wild and briery,
Read moreAfter tasting this sparkling wine tonight from Trius Winery at Hillebrand in Niagara-On-The-Lake, Canada, I look for reasons to drink sparkling wine much more often! I bought this bottle from my last visit to Trius Winery last summer and it was definitely worth the wait. Great sparkling and great memories from a winery that loves to please the public palate.
Read moreI am a firm believer that you can drink sparkling wine any day, everyday. You don’t necessarily have to wait for a holiday or special event…. you can celebrate life everyday with a glass of champagne or bubbly. So yes, I do have my share of sparkling wines through the year. I drink sparkling at least once a month
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Wine Splash! 