Look to the Southern Hemisphere for top-notch pinot noir

 If you like California pinot noir but aren’t thrilled that a decent one costs over $25, you are not alone. Affordable pinot noir is notoriously hard to find, and especially if your search is limited to the Northern Hemisphere. Instead, thrifty drinkers should turn their gaze south to Chile and

Broken Stone Winery — A family affair!

 Broken Stone Winery is a small family owned winery located in the heart of the beautiful Prince Edward County. Founded in 2013, owners Tim and Micheline Kuepfer are dedicated to providing some of the tastiest wine, their specialties being in Pinot Noir and cool climate Vinifera grapes.  Their journey began

Wine Track Mind

 Just in time for #PinotNoirDay, Brunette The Label has partnered with Meiomi Wines to bring wine lovers a wine that’s wearable. The limited-edition “Pinot Please” sweater fuses Meiomi’s style, grace and elegance from the glass into your closet. The collaboration builds on the ‘Babes Supporting Babes’ movement and highlights the

Thirst Impressions: Piedmont or Bust

 As usual, we'll look back at a few releases before we sample the newest bottles on Vintages’ shelves. The October 13 release had one for those of you who like sparkling wine but aren't big fans of the price of Champagne. Head a little south of Champagne to Burgundy for

A Very Good Pinot Gets Even Better for a Few Weeks: Chanson 2010 Le Bourgogne

 This week, we'll swing on down to France and look at the signature red grape of Burgundy. Pinot Noir is a seemingly love-it or hate-it grape. Some dig the earthy, barnyard, almost musky scents of a good Pinot Noir can give off – others shy away, saying that the wine

Fall Back on an Old Favourite or Find a New One…

 As we head into fall, we swap those light and fruity whites for the heavier, warming appeal of reds. I like to give you the latest releases available, but it’s always good to step back a few weeks to see if certain faves are still kicking around the LCBO. We’re