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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 916: The Incredible Wines of Andrzej Lipinski

Tuesday, February 28th: Fresh from his triumph in Paris at the Master Winemakers Awards, Andrzej Lipinski invited me to taste his new Lipinski wines at his Niagara-on-the-Lake winery, Big Head. He explained the symbolism of his new label that features … Continue reading

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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 915: A Quiet Week

Not much happened this week in terms of wine activity – except for the following and some wine I had with dinner. Henry of Pelham The School House Cabernet-Merlot 2020 (Short Hills Bench, Niagara, $27.95, CSPC #395855) Deep ruby in … Continue reading

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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 914: Jen’s Cellar Treasures Tasting

Saturday, February 17th: Jennifer Hart generously invited friends to taste her “cellar treasures” at Phil and Meg’s house (who live in our ’hood). The invitation read: “This is how the evening will lay out: 6:30 arrival – for bubbles, apps … Continue reading

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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 905: Lumberjack Chic

Friday December 1st: The local chapter of the Young Presidents’ Organization asked me to choose and present the wines at their Great Lakes Holiday Party to be held at Langdon Hall in Cambridge. The theme of the party was “Lumberjack … Continue reading

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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 896: A Relatively Quiet Wine Week

Malivoire Bisous Rosé (Non-Vintage) (Pinot Noir, Beamsville Bench; winery only, $34.95) Pale rose gold in colour; active mousse of tiny bubbles. A bouquet of wild strawberries and red apple; medium-bodied, dry, fresh and lively on the palate with a strawberry … Continue reading

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