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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 882: Bartier Bros. & Dobbin Estate

Posted on June 5, 2023 by tonyaspler

From the Bartier Bros. Winery website: Don and Michael are brothers raised in the Okanagan Valley. As young men they took different career paths – Don an accountant, Michael a winemaker – but have remained close. Michael has pined for … Continue reading →

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From Cork to Fork: A Unique Culinary, Wine and Sustainability Journey through Greece and Israel, November 2–12

Posted on June 4, 2023 by tonyaspler
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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 881: Pauwels Tour of Friuli and Croatia

Posted on May 30, 2023 by tonyaspler

Thursday, May 11: Bob and Maureen Josefchak picked us up to drive to Toronto Airport for our 7: 40pm flight to Venice. On arrival, we mounted our coach to drive to Trieste, capital of Friuli Venezia Giulia, a distance of … Continue reading →

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Wine Cellar Design and Wine Protection: Tips from Experts

Posted on May 25, 2023 by tonyaspler

by Maria Jose Meneses, originally published on Porch.com Wine collecting has been a popular pastime for centuries, but it has become increasingly popular over the years. One of the reasons is the rise of wine appreciation and culture, which has … Continue reading →

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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 880: Mythology Wines by Sonora Desert Winery

Posted on May 15, 2023 by tonyaspler

Sonora Desert Winery Mythology Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2020 (Okanagan Valley) 64% Sauvignon Blanc; 35% Semillon. Pale straw in colour; grassy, green plum and lanolin on the nose; medium-bodied, dry, beautifully balanced, gooseberry and green pineapple flavours. Reminiscent of a white … Continue reading →

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