KICK THE DIRT…is not your average winery tour. Many wine events are held in wineries, or tasting rooms, amidst gorgeous décor and lovely music. But, have you ever experienced a wine tasting while walking through the vineyard, and seeing the grapes up close? Heard the music that the wind makes, rustling against the leaves? Met […]
Great wines aren’t made — they’re grown. A wine is only as good as the grapes it comes from, and growers know that soil quality is crucial to producing a high-quality vintage. Though this is obvious to farmers and grape enthusiasts, average Canadians may find themselves wondering, “What’s the big deal?” For everyone who’s ever thought that the ground under […]
Do you occasionally enjoy taking the road less travelled? If you’re even slightly adventurous, reach for one of Ontario’s lesser-known, but no-less-appealing, grape varietals. Chardonnay and Cabernet may be your go-to vinos, but read on to learn more about the best wines you may have never tasted. A Brief History Most Ontario wines come from […]