Inflation is affecting most of us. Food, clothing and fuel prices are up. I was not surprised to hear concerns within the wine industry about imported wine prices increasing in Ontario. Last month, LCBO announced new freight rates for imported wines. In some cases, rates for imported wines are doubling. […]
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Shari’s Picks for July!
I had the honour of judging at the annual Ontario Wine Awards in May. Tony Aspler, leading wine writer, author and Canada’s self-proclaimed “evangelist for wine”, created this competition in 1995. He has turned over his annual wine competition to the trusted care of George Brown. Understandably at 83, Tony […]
Shari’s Picks for March!
Did you know there are wine days every month of the year? Wine days are a thing. International Riesling Day is on March 13. The Wines of Germany has declared this day as the official birthday for Riesling. According to a cellar log, the earliest recorded sale occurred March 13, […]
Shari’s 10 Holiday Picks for 2021.
Together with the hustle and bustle of the holiday season comes peak gifting season. To simplify shopping for the wine and spirit lovers on your lists, I have a curated collection of 10 products for you to consider and explore. There are seven various styles of wines from seven different […]