Sparkling Wine — It’s Not Just For Breakfast Anymore

Grapes on the Vine

Sparkling wine, whether champagne, Cava, Prosecco, or the dozens of other styles available, is becoming more popular as consumers realize it’s no longer just for special occasions. It’s great for parties or to start a meal, and…

Wine-Knowledge Links

Here are some links that we go to regularly: Wine writers: Jancis Robinson (MW, UK); John Szabo (MS, Toronto); Michael Vaughan (Best Review of LCBO Vintages Releases, Toronto); Julian Hitner (Toronto) Wine Publications: Decanter (UK); Gambero Rosso…

Versatile Red-Wine Picks

Sometimes you’ll need to find a wine that matches a range of dishes, say salmon, red meat, and a vegetarian entrée. You’ll want what we call a crossover wine – able to bridge both red and…

Wine Australia Podcasts

We came across an extensive resource for those wanting to learn more about the wine regions of Australia, and the grape varieties that are making a name for themselves around the world. There are 37 podcasts narrated…

Wine-Region Links (New World)

Useful links to various New-World wine regions: Australia British Columbia California Ontario South Africa

Wine-Region Links (Old World)

Useful links to various Old-World wine regions: France France – Rhône Valley Spain Switzerland Italy – Prosecco DOCG Italy – Brunello di Montalcino DOCG