Canadian Sommelier, On-Air (TV, radio) Wine & Spirits Somm, Valpolicella Wine Specialist
Recently on a cold January afternoon in Ottawa, ON, a small group of Ottawa based sommeliers and wine writers had the fortune of spending an afternoon with the legendary Chris Hancock, MW (Hon.), of Robert Oatley Vineyards at the Empire Grill in the Byward Market. Chris led us through a tasting of nine of his... Continue Reading →
Derek Barnett, head winemaker at Lailey Vineyard recently poured barrel samples of ten of his 2012 vintage wines for a small group of Ottawa based sommeliers and wine lovers. In Derek's words, the 2012 vintage appears to be one of the finest in Ontario's winemaking history, and certainly Derek's best year in his 22 years... Continue Reading →
A small group of Ottawa based wine trade professionals had the distinct pleasure of attending the Yalumba Family Vineyards Fall Tour 2013 tasting event hosted by Jane Ferrari, the Australian and New Zealand Wine Society of Ottawa, and the Australian High Commissioner in Ottawa.The Yalumba wine company is the oldest family-owned winery in Australia. Founded... Continue Reading →
Enjoying a nice meal and conversation with chief winemaker Anthony Walkenhorst was terrific. Anthony leading us through six of his wines paired with customized individual dishes, now that was fantastic. Wonderful opportunity to spend a couple hours with a talented winemaker whom lives and works further away from us than virtually any other winemaker on... Continue Reading →
In 1870 Don Maximiano Errazuriz planted a vineyard in Panquehue, a small town located North of Santiago in the Aconcagua Valley. Not too long afterwards, Don Maximiano Errazuriz, with the help of his son, Rafael, would own the world's largest single owner vineyard (~ 700 hectares). With 140+ vintages under their belt, Errazuriz has made... Continue Reading →
The Italian wine and food pairing event hosted by Ruffino Italian wines and Graffiti's Italian Eatery in Kanata was a huge success. Executive Chef Neil Mather paired five incredible dishes with complimentary Italian wines from the well known Tuscan wine house, Ruffino. It was terrific to have Ruffino's National Brand Ambassador, Robert Ghezzo, along with... Continue Reading →
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