Inspiration

After charming the world with its affordable, quality Cabernets, since the 1980s, Chile has incessantly been seeking out new opportunities and opening new wine territories.

When he founded his wine estate back in 1870, Don Maximiano Errázuriz was already envisioning the best, in the sunny climate of Chile’s Aconcagua valley. It’s a vision that the estate continues to share worldwide, in an effort to continually step it up.

Building on a 360-year history and a renewed and forward-looking energy, South Africa produces a range of wines as distinctive and diverse as its amazing landscapes.

Having over 100 grape varieties spread over a landmass larger than all of Europe is a recipe for diversity. As Aussie winemakers embrace it more than ever, it’s time to invite them back to your table.

Versatile and more popular than ever, whisky is a must-try ingredient in recipes! Contemplate (more than just once, if you must!) these three ways of enjoying whisky: in recipes, in a cocktail or plain over ice!

They’re intense, passionate, romantic and proud; their melodious language embodies different accents from region to region, as do their culinary specialties and wines. Italians love to talk, to eat and to linger at the table, as if time didn’t matter, because this moment reunites two very important values for them: pleasure and family.

Italy has created a wealth of aperitivo and amaro, bitter liqueurs based on special blends of herbs, spices, roots, citrus peel, and other secret ingredients. Here’s how to use some of the most famous ones.

The Champagne fame is such that eyes light up at the mere mention of its name. Whether enjoyed by a discoverer or a connoisseur, this French appellation embodies classicism, pleasure and happiness every time. It brings excitement to moments big and small and can be served both as an aperitif or paired to a fine meal.

Spontaneous meet-ups are often the best. Surprise your friends with a delicious veggie barbecue meal — even those who are carnivorous will love it!

Housed in one of Granby’s historic buildings, La Chaufferie microdistillery is masterfully led by a very small team of passionate artisans who painstakingly craft their spirits, from grain to glass.

As the Quiet Revolution was unfolding, a revolution in consumption habits seemed to be on the horizon, and the Régie des alcools had every intention of being a part of it.

From new Beaujolais to exclusive Bordeaux and Port, wine was taking up more and more space at the SAQ, at a time when culture and the wine market all over the world were undergoing a complete transformation.