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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 931: Malivoire Sparklers
Regular followers of my blog will have noticed it is several weeks since I last posted. The reason is: hernia surgery. It was a painful and long-drawn out process and the doctor, prescribing Tylenol 2, said “No wine.” Give me … Continue reading
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A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 813: First Flight Since Covid Struck
Friday, September 17th: A 7:30 am Swoop flight from Hamilton to Abbotsford in BC – to visit our daughter Annabel and grandson Declan. In the seat behind us was a toddler who screamed like a wounded animal the entire five-hour … Continue reading
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Wine of the Week for April 13, 2020
Escudo Rojo Carmenere Reserva 2018 (Chile – $17 at Vintages, #14058) Dense purple colour that stains the glass; cedary, toasty, blackcurrant bouquet; medium to full-bodied, juicy and fruity blackcurrant and black plum flavours with well-integrated oak and ripe tannins. Great … Continue reading
A Wine Lover’s Diary, part 755: Las Vegas Here We Come… and Go
Friday, March 13th: Up at 4:30 am to walk Rosie before leaving for the airport at 5:30 for our trip to Las Vegas. An excellent Air Canada Rouge flight (half empty). As soon as you step off the plane into … Continue reading
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