The biggest selling spirit in Italy, Aperol is becoming increasingly popular for us too. I would characterize Aperol as an apéritif. It is bright orange in colour and has a blend of aromas including orange, herbs and spices. It is 11% alc/vol, has a smooth sweet taste, with a spicy […]
Fine Wine Review. Still Growing After Forty Years!
Still Growing After Forty Years! The Barossan 2017 from Peter Lehmann, is now available across Canada. Interestingly, I had the pleasure of tasting last years 2016 vintage of The Barossan. It was a milestone for this Australian winery, as it coincided with the winery’s 40th anniversary milestone of Peter Lehmann founding his […]
Karen Kuwahara
On April 24, I had the pleasure of meeting with Karen Kuwahara. Karen shared her unique corporate journey where she finished her career as the President of Nestlé Purina, Canada. We met for lunch at Sip Wine Bar on Yonge and Broadway and chatted over a delicious bottle of Gavi 2017, by Bersano. We both enjoy Gavi. It is a […]
Georgian Bay Gin Smash
I remember when we launched Georgian Bay Gin Smash, at LCBO in the spring of 2016. The brain child of three friends, I found this ready-to-drink gin cocktail different from many others. It was refreshing and not too sweet. I loved the citrus flavours with a kiss of mint and the […]
About me
Hi! I’m Shari Mogk-Edwards and I am very passionate about sharing my love of wine & spirits. For the past 40 years, I’ve tasted and selected wines and spirits from around the world. Now I am helping people explore and discover the fascinating world of wine & spirits for themselves!
