Category Archives: wine tasting

Calling All Centenarians: The Wine Century Club

Posted on April 19, 2007 by

If you’ve been sipping Assyrtiko, Ehrenfelser, Xarel-lo, or Zweigelt lately, chances are you’re eligible for membership in the Wine Century Club. Now more than two years old, this obviously fun-loving group of wine enthusiasts was founded by Deborah and Steve … Continue reading →

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Perfect Pairings: Amarone Intentions

Posted on April 11, 2007 by

I’ve been feeling under a bit pressure over the last few days. An astonishing number of people have been inquiring how our lady did with the Amarone pairing – the pairing being herself with the wine. So far, I’ve resisted … Continue reading →

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Of a Romantic Nature

Posted on March 4, 2007 by

A couple of weeks ago, we were at a wine tasting led by Sandra Oldfield, winemaker at Tinhorn Creek Vineyards. As it often does, the subject of cork versus Stelvin (dare we actually be so crass as to refer to … Continue reading →

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Open That Bottle Night 2007

Posted on February 20, 2007 by

Come on now, ’fes up. You’ve got a bottle (or two) of wine you’ve been saving for a special occasion. You know, the one with memories. The one that makes you think of your best friend or that first trip … Continue reading →

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Adventures in Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands Wines

Posted on February 17, 2007 by

So what’s wrong with this picture? Between business meetings, Frank is “doing New Orleans” – street musicians, the Blue Train, Cajun cuisine, deciding which two bottles of wine to bring home duty free. It’s raining here in Vancouver. And he … Continue reading →

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