David Lawrason

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Iconic Wineries of British Columbia:

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Mission Hill Perpetua Chardonnay 2023

Tasting Note – I have tasted this three times....

Mission Hill Compendium 2022

Tasting Note:  As the name suggests this a blend...

Dandor Estate Winery Cabernet Franc 2023

Tasting Note: This is first release from Dandor, that opened in April 2026 and it is a very fine debut. National Wine Awards judges...

Clos Sans Frontieres Chenin Blanc 2024

Tasting Note (by Janet Dorozynski DipWSET) One of my most compelling discoveries during the 2026 National Wine Awards of Canada, demonstrates just how far...

Cave Spring Vineyard CSV Gamay 2023

Tasting Note: This is the first bottling of CSV Gamay, an elevation of status and price reflecting how well this grape is growing into...

Apricus Pinot Blanc 2025

Tasting Note: This new (to me) label was a very pleasant surprise at the National Wine Awards. I have always had a curiosity and...

Ailm Estate Chenin Blanc 2025

Tasting Note – Not released in time for the Nationals, this is the first still white wine from the new Ailm Estate in the...

Syrah’s 30 Year Rise in Canada

Syrah’s fortunes are linked to our warming climate, but as we all know climate change is not all about warming. It is also about...