Raise a Glass to Spring: Five Wines to Welcome Barbeque Season

 Spring has finally sprung, and nobody appreciates this season more than those of us in Ottawa! We’re ready to get out the barbeque and kick off the season of leisurely outdoor meals. Whether you’re grilling on your patio at home or relaxing on the cottage deck, nothing says spring is

Ancient Traditions Meet Modern Sustainability at Santa Margherita Wines

 Sustainability. Carbon footprint.  These are terms that we hear often these days. But what do they mean when it comes to making wine? Italy’s Santa Margherita Wines is a pioneer and world leader in the field of sustainable wine production. They recently hosted their first Sustainable Retreat at the Drake

Wines to make that turkey sing and a few fall favourites!

 Fall cuisine means a return to heartier dishes, with casseroles, stews, roast red meats, and fall vegetables predominating on the menu. With those dishes, we turn to more full-bodied red wines and richer whites. Meanwhile, it’s still barbeque season, too.  Fall Favourites to Remember Umberto Cesari Liano Sangiovese Cabernet Sauvignon