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Malbec Wine
That night I felt sophisticated and bold, like the wine in my glass. I imagined I had made a discovery only a special few could appreciate.
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Confession … I’m not a Big Fan of Champagne
I have a confession: I am not a big fan of champagne. I adore the celebration that normally accompanies this drink, along with the champagne flutes containing its bubble. Every December I look forward to the display of champagne bottles and nearby sparkling wines, waiting to be brought home in time for New Year’s Eve…
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Portuguese Wine Story
When I used to think of Portuguese wines my initial thoughts were of the Douro River, the coastal town of Porto and of course, Port Wine. On May 1, 2024, I had the opportunity to change this perspective by attending the Get Away with the Wines of Portugal, hosted at The Well in Toronto, Ontario. With over…
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Just a Tipple of Wine
I’ve never liked grape juice. Even as a child I couldn’t see its appeal. This lasted until I learned the word wine. As a child my parents would allow my brother and I what my mother described as “just tipple of wine” on special occasions. The tiny glasses at our table setting would be barely…