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April 6, 20150

The Rogue Rangers: Would be Canadian winemakers crafting wines off the grid

Every so often, when time and distance permit, they come together for a board meeting and a few beers in a tiny, crowded Grimsby garage, to discus

January 12, 20150

A mini wine tasting adventure through Niagara-on-the-Lake with stops at Two Sisters, Lailey Vineyard and Oast House Brewers with a nod to the El Gastronomo crew

It appeared seemingly out of nowhere — an architectural dream built on John Street, close to the Niagara River in Niagara-on-the-Lake in the high-rent

December 26, 20145

Niagara’s Most Exciting Wines of 2014: A remarkable Riesling from Cave Spring and a Pinot Noir from Queylus top the list

It's hardly an exact science, evaluating wine never is, but every year I scan published reviews posted on this website to provide a list of Niagara'

November 27, 20140

A spirited debate with 13th Street winemaker Jean-Pierre Colas on regional identity for Niagara wines, plus upcoming releases reviewed

Jean-Pierre Colas believes first and foremost in region ahead of sub-appellation and way, way before single-vineyard recognition for wines in Niagara.

October 25, 20140

Harvest in Niagara: Mad dash to the end, plus reviews for Jackson-Triggs, Inniskillin, Lakeview, EastDell, Tawse, Chateau des Charmes, Fielding, Vineland Estates, Malivoire and Henry of Pelham

The grape harvest in Niagara is well in hand with most white varieties safely in he house along with early-ripening reds such as Pinot Noir and Gamay.