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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 977: A Pinot Night To Remember

Posted on June 9, 2025 by tonyaspler

Tuesday, June 4th: Dinner at Stephen Cambell’s home – an item in the Grapes for Humanity auction item. All Pinot Noir – all the way, introduced by Thomas Bachelder (Le Clos winemaker) and Stephen. The wines:

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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 970: BC’s Township 7 & Stoneboat; the Launch of Grapes for Humanity’s Fine Wine Auction

Posted on April 14, 2025 by tonyaspler

Stoneboat Valley Commons Rosé Frizzante 2023 (Okanagan Valley) Gamay grapes. Coppery orange in colour with a light spritz; pink grapefruit and cherry bouquet; light-bodied, dry, raspberry and rhubarb flavours. Good length. Drink now. (89) Stoneboat Vineyards Cascadia Series Pinot Gris … Continue reading →

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Grapes for Humanity Charity Wine Auction in Partnership with Waddingtons and Fine Wine Reserve

Posted on October 28, 2024 by tonyaspler

An announcement from Marc Russell and the Fine Wine Reserve team: We are thrilled to be helping Grapes for Humanity kick off their 25th anniversary season with the upcoming Grapes for Humanity Charity Wine Auction, in partnership with Waddingtons and … Continue reading →

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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 943: A Harry Day in New York

Posted on September 27, 2024 by tonyaspler

Monday, September 23rd: Flew Porter from Billy Bishop Airport to New York City, on behalf of Grapes for Humanity, to attend an event at the University Club on Fifth Avenue, celebrating Angola’s Leadership in landmine clearance. “Angola’s leadership made a … Continue reading →

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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 935: Grapes for Humanity and a 90th Birthday

Posted on August 12, 2024 by tonyaspler

Wednesday, August 7th: Geddy Lee, a director of Grapes for Humanity, graciously lent us his garden in Rosedale for a cheque presentation ceremony to Tree Canada, Nature Conservancy and The Halo Trust from funds raised by our annual fine wine … Continue reading →

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