Monthly Archives: June 2021

A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 801: The Newest Ontario Winery: Wending Home

Posted on June 28, 2021 by tonyaspler

After a successful career as Henry of Pelham’s winemaker and a Professor at Niagara College, Canadian Food and Wine Institute, Ron Giesbrecht has opened his own winery. He sent me samples of his 2020 wines (an auspicious year for a … Continue reading →

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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 800: Huff Estate and Austrian Wines

Posted on June 22, 2021 by tonyaspler

It’s my 800th diary entry. I think I’ll celebrate by tasting some wine. First, a set from Huff Estate, in Prince Edward County, Ontario.

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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 799: Alsace and Austria Webinars

Posted on June 14, 2021 by tonyaspler

Tuesday, June 8th: Participated in two webinar tastings – one for Alsace and one for Austria. Along with other wine writers around the world I had been sent samples in small bottles. (I was unable to taste everything in the … Continue reading →

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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 798: Little Engine with a Big Reputation

Posted on June 7, 2021 by tonyaspler

Little Engine is a small winery in Penticton, BC, owned by Steven French and his wife, Nicole. They’re located at the southern entrance of the Naramata Bench. Their winemaker is Scott Robinson. (See https://www.littleenginewines.com/)

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