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June 10, 2020

The 135 years old Maison Saint Aix winery in the south of France controls 75 hectars of vineyard, which makes it one of the largest domains in the Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence appellation.

The 135 years old Maison Saint Aix winery in the south of France controls 75 hectars of vineyard, which makes it one of the largest domains in the Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence appellation.

Toasting a new way to buy liquor in Ontario with these six wines

Christopher Waters

5 min read

June 3, 2020

Ripe grapes hang on vines protected from birds with a net at the Okanagan Valley's River Stone Estate Winery in Oliver, B.C., Monday, Sept. 12, 2016. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

Ripe grapes hang on vines protected from birds with a net at the Okanagan Valley's River Stone Estate Winery in Oliver, B.C., Monday, Sept. 12, 2016. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

Canada Day could usher in increased flexibility to import wine across provinces

Christopher Waters

5 min read

May 27, 2020

M Pinot Noir Block at Veraison.JPG Tantalus Vineyards is home to pinot noir vines planted in 1985, which have been augmented by additional plantings to produce a range of three distinctive red wines that are garnering consumer and critical attention.

M Pinot Noir Block at Veraison.JPG Tantalus Vineyards is home to pinot noir vines planted in 1985, which have been augmented by additional plantings to produce a range of three distinctive red wines that are garnering consumer and critical attention.

British Columbia is auditioning pinot noir as its signature grape

Christopher Waters

5 min read

May 20, 2020

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Winemaker Austin Hope in vineyard

For PUR-FW-WATERS-0522
Winemaker Austin Hope in vineyard

There’s a push for great cabernet in an unlikely part of California

Christopher Waters

5 min read

May 13, 2020

The Pian Delle Vigne estate, located six kilometres southwest of Montalcino, was acquired by the Antinori family in 1995, the same year the first Brunello Pian delle Vigne was harvested.

The Pian Delle Vigne estate, located six kilometres southwest of Montalcino, was acquired by the Antinori family in 1995, the same year the first Brunello Pian delle Vigne was harvested.

Nine splurge-worthy wines to make a meal or celebration at home even more memorable

Christopher Waters

5 min read

May 6, 2020

Red and white wine splash in wineglasses close-up macro.

Red and white wine splash in wineglasses close-up macro.

Nine wines that will transport you around the world

Christopher Waters

5 min read

April 29, 2020

None of these imported boxed wines are available in Canada’s most populous province.
Imported boxes of wine for Beppi Crosariol column, Toronto January 04, 2012. Photo by: Fernando Morales/The Globe and Mail.

None of these imported boxed wines are available in Canada’s most populous province.
Imported boxes of wine for Beppi Crosariol column, Toronto January 04, 2012. Photo by: Fernando Morales/The Globe and Mail.

Think all bag-in-box and canned wines are terrible? Think again

Christopher Waters

5 min read

April 22, 2020

Couple in an italian restaurant eating pizza and drinking wine. Selective focus on pizza slices.

Couple in an italian restaurant eating pizza and drinking wine. Selective focus on pizza slices.

Six wines ideal for pairing with low-maintenance meals like pizza, pasta or burgers

Christopher Waters

5 min read

April 15, 2020

photo supplied by Benjamin Bridge
Wine from Nova Scotia

photo supplied by Benjamin Bridge
Wine from Nova Scotia

The party doesn’t stop for Nova 7, Nova Scotia’s flagship white wine

Christopher Waters

5 min read

April 8, 2020

Meyer Family Vineyards

Okanagan Falls, BC, V0H 1R1

Meyer Family Vineyards

Okanagan Falls, BC, V0H 1R1

Eight tasty ways to support Canadian wineries

Christopher Waters

5 min read

April 3, 2020

boxes of wine in the store top view three bottles of wine in a box for delivering wine for the holidays

boxes of wine in the store top view three bottles of wine in a box for delivering wine for the holidays

How to navigate the world of consignment for wine and spirits shopping

Christopher Waters

3 min read

March 25, 2020

White wine being poured into a glass, vintage wood background, selective focus

White wine being poured into a glass, vintage wood background, selective focus

Sauvignon blanc can help turn a meal from simple to sublime

Christopher Waters

5 min read

March 18, 2020

Male sommelier pouring red wine into long-stemmed wineglasses. Waiter with bottle of alcohol beverage. Bartender on background of shelves with bottles in cellar.

Male sommelier pouring red wine into long-stemmed wineglasses. Waiter with bottle of alcohol beverage. Bartender on background of shelves with bottles in cellar.

If you don’t like the wine you’re drinking, it might be your surroundings

Christopher Waters

5 min read

March 11, 2020

Red and white wine splash in wineglasses close-up macro.

Red and white wine splash in wineglasses close-up macro.

Why a wine’s texture can be more important than its taste

Christopher Waters

5 min read

March 4, 2020

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10 warming red wines to get you through the last gasps of winter

Christopher Waters

5 min read

February 26, 2020

Clovis Taittinger Champagne

Clovis Taittinger Champagne

White Claw or Côtes du Rhône? French winemakers face stiff competition in Canada

Christopher Waters

5 min read

February 19, 2020

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GAB_wine aging cellar 1.jpg Castello di Gabbiano

Why you should reacquaint yourself with Chianti Classico

Christopher Waters

5 min read

February 12, 2020

Red wine photography PUR-FW-WATERS-0214 Unrecognizable woman, a decanter in her hands, pouring red wine in a glass.

Red wine photography PUR-FW-WATERS-0214 Unrecognizable woman, a decanter in her hands, pouring red wine in a glass.

These hearty reds are ideal for combatting the February blahs

Christopher Waters

5 min read

February 4, 2020

Romantic candlelight dinner setting at the fine dining restaurant.

Romantic candlelight dinner setting at the fine dining restaurant.

Ten wines to make your heart flutter for Valentine’s Day

Christopher Waters

5 min read

January 29, 2020

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A LCBO release of four wines from Chateau Changyu Moser XV, a boutique winery operating in the foothills of the Helan Mountain in Ningxia in northern China, is one of the first real glimpses of that countyÕs fine wine boom.

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A LCBO release of four wines from Chateau Changyu Moser XV, a boutique winery operating in the foothills of the Helan Mountain in Ningxia in northern China, is one of the first real glimpses of that countyÕs fine wine boom.

The first real taste of Chinese wine shows tremendous potential

Christopher Waters

5 min read

January 22, 2020

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Wine Cellar
Credit: Ramsey Blacklock / iStockphoto

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Keywords: Stack, Arrangement, Alcohol, Bottle Cap, Horizontal, Lying Down, Large Group of Objects, Shelf, Wine Bottle

Seven ecofriendly, sustainable, affordable wines from South Africa

Christopher Waters

5 min read

January 15, 2020

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Riccardo Tedeschi joined his father Lorenzo as winemaker at the family winery in the Veneto in 1989. He has fostered modern techniques in the cellar, while continuing to work with the regions indigenous grape varieties

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Riccardo Tedeschi joined his father Lorenzo as winemaker at the family winery in the Veneto in 1989. He has fostered modern techniques in the cellar, while continuing to work with the regions indigenous grape varieties

These benchmark bottles deliver quality wine and value for money

Christopher Waters

5 min read

January 1, 2020

The decade ahead looks bright for Canadian wine

Christopher Waters

5 min read

December 27, 2019

Le Clos Jordanne Returns
Original winemaker Thomas Bachelder spearheading the rebirth of esteemed Niagara wines
June 13, 2019 - [Mississauga, ON] - From 2007 to 2016, Jordan, Ontario’s Le Clos Jordanne® produced some of the world’s most-esteemed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Today, Arterra Wines Canada announced the rebirth of these internationally-acclaimed wines, in partnership with Le Clos Jordanne’s original winemaker, Thomas Bachelder. Single-vineyard, Burgundian-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines will be released by Le Clos Jordanne in November 2019.

Le Clos Jordanne Returns
Original winemaker Thomas Bachelder spearheading the rebirth of esteemed Niagara wines
June 13, 2019 - [Mississauga, ON] - From 2007 to 2016, Jordan, Ontario’s Le Clos Jordanne® produced some of the world’s most-esteemed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Today, Arterra Wines Canada announced the rebirth of these internationally-acclaimed wines, in partnership with Le Clos Jordanne’s original winemaker, Thomas Bachelder. Single-vineyard, Burgundian-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines will be released by Le Clos Jordanne in November 2019.

A breakthrough year for one of Niagara’s most celebrated wine couples

Christoper Waters

4 min read

December 18, 2019

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Bring new life and good cheer to festive leftovers with these

Dinner with friends. Group of young people enjoying dinner together. Focus on a glass of wine.PUR-FW-WATERS-1220 ARTICLE 1231 W / 262 LN
Bring new life and good cheer to festive leftovers with these

12 (mostly) affordable wines that will perk up your holiday leftovers

Christopher Waters

5 min read

December 11, 2019

Two glasses of champagne toasting in the nigh with lights bokeh, glitter and sparks on the background

Two glasses of champagne toasting in the nigh with lights bokeh, glitter and sparks on the background

Eight sparkling wines worth drinking at any time of the year

Christopher Waters

5 min read

December 4, 2019

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Hennessy V.S.O.P. (Very Superior Old Pale) cognac requires the youngest brandy in the blend is stored for at least four years in French oak casks, which adds fragrant vanilla and spice aromas and flavours.

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Hennessy V.S.O.P. (Very Superior Old Pale) cognac requires the youngest brandy in the blend is stored for at least four years in French oak casks, which adds fragrant vanilla and spice aromas and flavours.

Gift ideas for wine and spirits lovers that are so good, you might want to keep them for yourself

Christopher Waters

5 min read

November 27, 2019

Kendall-Jackson sources grapes for its popular labels from family-owned vineyards situated throughout cool California coastal regions that sit atop mountains, hillsides and bench lands.

supplied photo, Jackson Family Wines

Kendall-Jackson sources grapes for its popular labels from family-owned vineyards situated throughout cool California coastal regions that sit atop mountains, hillsides and bench lands.

supplied photo, Jackson Family Wines

11 well-priced bottles to have on hand for holiday entertaining

Christopher Waters

5 min read

November 20, 2019

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hi-res photos of Anthony Hamilton Russell and the winery that we can run with a note to celebrate the 2018 Pinot Noir, which comes out Nov. 23 at LCBO Vintages in Ontario, Canada.

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hi-res photos of Anthony Hamilton Russell and the winery that we can run with a note to celebrate the 2018 Pinot Noir, which comes out Nov. 23 at LCBO Vintages in Ontario, Canada.

Eleven splurge-worthy wines perfect for holiday parties

Christopher Waters

5 min read

November 13, 2019

CedarCreek’s renewed focus reflects the dynamic changes afoot in the Okanagan Valley

Christopher Waters

5 min read

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