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Coconut Wine, Should you?

Coconut Wine, Should you?

I must begin by saying it has taken me some time to get to the task of writing this blog review. I had seen this product for a few years on Maui and the Big Island and admit since it is made with the collaboration of the Institut Oenologique de Champagne France, I simply had to try it. Royal Chief Kahal or Coconut wine. Here […]

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Church and State Wines on Vancouver Island

We ventured over to Church and State wines for a late lunch and a wine tasting in Brentwood, BC. I recommend this for a tasting and brunch or lunch; if you want to get a spot on the lovely outside deck then make reservations.   I began this tasting with the locally grown and harvested 2016 Pinot Gris. On the nose it has lime zest […]

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Seriously Vodka from Pineapples?

If you are travelling to Maui than do not miss an upcountry excursion and tasting at Haliimaile Distilling Company This tour highlights the history of Haliimaile which means covered in vines, the vines Maile were originally only worn by Hawaiian Royalty but our now commonly used in lei’s. I thoroughly enjoyed the local culture included in this tour, it gave it a truly Hawaiian feel. The […]

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Ben Marco Expresivo 2011

SUSANA BALBO WINES is a top family run vineyard in the Los Andes foothills in the town of Agrelo, Luján de Cuyoheart in Mendoza province. They produce the popular Ben Marco range of red wines along with a range of red wines, including the Nosotros line that showcases the best barrels in what in my opinion are some of the best blends I have tried. If you are […]

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Coastal Black Estate Winery

Coastal Black Estate Winery

We arrived at Coastal Black Estate Winery at the height of #Pumpkin Fest 2016 where not only can you take a hay ride or try your hand at pumpkin bowling, you can also see a pumpkin catapulted by a trebuchet . The property was buzzing with people seeking the perfect pumpkin activity and though they were busy the staff at this winery handled it with […]

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Averill Creek Vineyard Tasting

Averill Creek Vineyard Tasting

We are truly spoiled on vancouver Island with great food, distilleries, breweries and of course vineyards. Let me take you through my tasting at Averill Creek Vineyard the largest vineyard on the Island at this time in a stunning setting with a brilliant design and 32 acres of vines. This vineyard is made up of three building stacked together built into the side of Mt. […]

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Victoria International Wine Fest 2016

Victoria International Wine Fest 2016

This event at the Parkside Hotel put together by #VICWF has a great representation of both regions and varietals. Their is literally a wine for every palate on offer, from bubbling, to still whites that are off-dry to dry, red wines from all over the spectrum of light bodied to a dense rich full mouthful. The setting is lovely with both an inside and outside […]

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Hester Creek Estate Winery

Hester Creek Estate Winery

Hester Creek Estate Winery is a lovely vineyard located in Oliver, BC that includes some of the oldest vineyards in the Golden Mile region. They produce quality wines from grapes grown in their vineyards that fully represent both the varietal and the unique aspects of the regional terroir. The winery has a restaurant with gorgeous views that provides wine pairings and stunning Villas that you can spend […]

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Tinhorn Creek Vineyards

Tinhorn Creek Vineyards

Join me as I take you through a tasting at Tinhorn Creek Vineyards in Oliver, BC. We arrived just after 10:00 AM, early to start a tasting but your palate is actually at it’s best in the morning. The tasting room is huge and showcases a private room that you can do a full professional series tasting in. This is a stunning vineyard with views […]

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Tasting at Mistaken Identity Vineyards

Tasting at Mistaken Identity Vineyards

Mistaken Identity Vineyards is a lovely organic vineyard located on Salt Spring Island, BC that first began producing wine in 2008. They produce boutique wines from grapes grown on their estate and supplemented by grapes from the B.C. Interior, Vancouver Island, and the lower mainland of BC. The winery is located within walking distance of Ganges harbour and has lovely grounds complete with a deck […]

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