2026 Vol. 5
May Day! The State of Direct-to-Consumer Shipping of Canadian Wine, Province by Province.I had hoped almost a year ago in July 2025 that come...
New Spring Releases Part 2
There are so many interesting and exciting new wines hitting the market at this time of year that I decided to double up on...
Stonebridge Viognier Stonebridge Vineyard 2023
Tasting Note Some like their viognier blowsy fragrant and lush; others like a slimmer, juicier version. This slips into the middle ground, tilting to...
Phantom Creek Pinot Gris 2023
Tasting Note Pinot Gris is, of course, widely grown in B.C., with most versions aiming somewhere between a light, crisp Italian grigio style and...
Osoyoos-Larose Petales 2022
Tasting Note This is a merlot-dominated blend of Bordeaux varieties, from younger vines on the east-facing 80-acre site overlooking Osoyoos Lake. It shows a...
Le Vieux Pin Sauvignon Blanc 2025
Tasting Note The winery website says this is inspired by New Zealand, Sancerre and California, which charts a wide scope. But, in its way,...