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Several rosés are offered throughout the year in Quebec—just like lobster. What’s better than a recipe starring the king of the sea to accompany the Bonny Doon vin gris de cigare rosé?

Import agencies play a crucial role in the supply of wines and spirits in Quebec. As the SAQ celebrates its 100th anniversary, it wishes to recognize the work of four agencies with which it has worked for many years.

Fall is the season of harvest and abundance in our markets – the perfect time to cook delicious, hearty meals and enjoy them with a good wine pairing. Of course, fall would not be the same without the classic apple pie.

Its name evokes the nobility, the prestigious castles, the cradle of some of the greatest wines in the world. The mythical wine region of Bordeaux and particularly the Médoc vineyard, located on its left bank, is among the best known on the entire wine planet and yet, it seems to intimidate with the history and rankings that have made its glory. But are you sure you know this region well?

Starting Tuesday, October 5, look for New arrivals all about orange wines available for online presale. To help you choose, we asked our experts to taste them all (lucky them) and list 6 favourites. Check them out but act fast, quantities are limited.

Looking to offer your hosts an original gift at your next Holiday dinner party? Skip the ubiquitous box of chocolates and give them a homemade present they’ll never forget. Here are three amazing ideas that’ll please any foodie!

Thanksgiving is all about getting together and spending time with the people who mean the most to us. For the perfect wines to toast and give thanks, turn to Boisset la Famille des Grands Vins and its broad selection.

No fewer than seven pilot projects are ongoing across Quebec. All accept the containers to be included in the return-deposit system. And yes, your wine and spirits bottles are welcome at any and all of them.

Why volunteer? It’s a question that our busy lives make hard not to ask… Yet when we talk to actual volunteers, the answer is always the same: “Volunteering does me a world of good, and I feel like I’m making a difference in the lives of others.” Not surprisingly, scientific studies show that volunteering rewards people with a sense of accomplishment and well-being.

Chenin Blanc is native to the Loire Valley. Even today, it is ubiquitous in its region of origin, where it produces dry, mellow, syrupy and sparkling whites. Appreciated for its freshness, it has conquered many producing countries, from Canada to South Africa.

Syrah is a French grape variety originating from the northern part of the Rhône valley. Due to its aromatic richness and intensity, its production has spread to the southern coasts of the Rhône as well as to Languedoc, Spain, Australia, the United States, Argentina and Chile, where the cool nights and hot and humid days contribute to its development

Known for producing some of the most coveted white wines in the world, Chardonnay is a grape native to the village of the same name in the Mâconnais sub-region in Burgundy. Internationally renowned, it is the source of the great white wines of Burgundy, but has conquered many wine-producing countries including the United States (California), Australia, Chile and Canada.