Inspiration

Fall comes with its share of good times, like the imperative apple picking, the foliage hike and the grand return of the slow cooker. But the sweetest thing is seeing friends again after a summer of being scattered here and there. So, grab a blanket and gather around one of these good-time wines.

Natural wine isn’t just a trend—it embodies an authentic approach to winemaking where the terroir comes through in a genuine way. A true reflection of the soil, climate and vines, it’s worth being (re)discovered as a way of exploring the world.

As different as they are refreshing, Quebec ciders offer something for everyone. Sous le bouchon invites you to listen to two proudly local producers: Marc-Antoine Lasnier, managing director at Cidrerie Milton and chair of the Association des Producteurs de cidre du Québec, and Matthiew Quinn from La Capsule Temporelle.

Think you know Chardonnay? You may still be in for some surprises; it has more than one aroma up his sleeve. Sometimes buttery, fruity or mineral, this grape variety is shaped by its climate, its soil and the hands of its master. Discover or rediscover it through these 6 diverse cuvées.

A wine and cheese evening or aperitif are always a guaranteed hit. But for some, their pairings can seem like a headache. What if the answer to your questions was found in our taste tags and those of Fromages d’ici!

Friendship can provide the foundation for something wonderful. Inspired by a shared passion, six like-minded individuals came together to take over ownership of a winery. The result: superb wines that are 100% local and unforgettable stories by the barrel.

Content creator Rose Simard invents cocktails with inspiration taken from everywhere—so it was only natural that we invite her to take up our À la carte cocktails challenge. In addition to her refreshing recipe, she offers some great ideas to those new to mixology.

For the Bouchards, the creation of a distillery inspired by the boreal forest started with family tradition and a few secret stills.

There’s a reason Sam Cyr is making waves on the Quebec comedy scene. Like his favourite drinks, this young comedian is talented, authentic and refreshing, and we can’t get enough. Dive into Sam’s wild world with a sampler of his favourite drinks and spirits.

There’s a sense of urgency in the air; that of enjoying every remaining moment of the sunny season. Hold on to a bubble and fly away on a world tour of well-known and popular sparkling wines to celebrate each ray with friends.

Sous le bouchon presents a lively interview led by journalist and columnist Anne-Lovely Étienne. Our guest is sommelier, speaker and accomplished business woman Jessica Harnois. Learn about the unusual career path of this sommelier whose influence extends beyond our borders.

You know when it’s still technically summer but also, it’s September? It can get tricky. Days are hot, but nights get chilly and you’re confused about what to wear, and what to eat. But when it comes to wines, Austria is the answer to the changeover.