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Latest Columns

18 January 2023 in Chronicles

Hidden Bench Winery Profile

Hidden Bench Winery: This high quality winery was founded in 2003 by the owner, Harald Thiel. Located in the heart of the Beamsville Bench sub-appellation of Niagara, Hidden Bench focuses…
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4 October 2022 in Chronicles

California vs Bordeaux Tasting Report

Comparative blind tasting of Napa Valley reds versus Crus Classés from Bordeaux always attract wine aficionados. As is often the case such blind tastings often reveal surprising results. This high quality…
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5 May 2022 in Chronicles

Tasting Report: Bordeaux 2018

Many French wine regions excelled in 2018. The Bordeaux region is one of the major success stories of this sun soaked vintage. This hot growing season produced ripe concentrated reds…
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Latest Suggestions

3 September 2026 in Suggestions

Rosé du Calvaire 2025 Vallée d’Oka, Vignoble La Cantina

Until September 6th, for every Quebec product purchased, the SAQ will remit two meals to the Banques Alimentaires du Québec. For the upcoming long Labor Day weekend try out this…
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27 August 2026 in Suggestions

Falanghina 2024 Del Sannio, Feudi di San Gregorio

Excellent white from the Campania region in Southern Italy, crafted entirely with the Falanghina grape. Unoaked, the lovely nose displays citrus and stone fruit scents. Soft acidity, salty tang and…
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20 August 2026 in Suggestions

Il Falcone Riserva 2020 Castel del Monte, Rivera

From a very reliable producer this lovely cuvée, Il Falcone, always delivers the goods. A superb blend of local varieties (Nero di Troia 70% and Montepulciano 30%), crafted in a…
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