The spirit of knowing
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Natural wine
Virtually unknown not so long ago, natural wines have found their way into Quebecers’ hearts. What’s behind the rising popularity of these wines without additives?


Varietals
You probably know Cabernet and Sauvignon, but what about Savagnin and Tannat? Dive into the wide world of grape varieties and expand your horizons.


Wine growing regions
Need a little escape? Explore the most beautiful wine regions and discover their climate, main grape varieties, typical dishes and more.
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Austrian wines have a character all their own, thanks to unique varietals that are so easy to drink that they’ll have you singing Rock Me Amadeus!
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Spotlight on Beaujolais! Portrait of a region that delivers much more than just easy-drinking wines.
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People say a lot of things about champagne. What’s true and what’s false? Let’s debunk some of the most common myths when it comes to this bubbly elixir!
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Wine, whisky, mescal, even beer can have smoky notes, which pair marvellously with similarly smoky foods. Subtle or intense, smoky notes can come from various sources — all related to how the item or product was made.
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Tequila exists in a few variations—but all of them are made using the agave plant. Read on, and learn about this oft-misunderstood libation.
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For Loïc Chanut and Michelle Boyer, it was love at first sight... with their vineyard! Ever since, Quebec, too, has fallen in love with this duo and their products!
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Are you a fan of both wine and vacationing? Then take a break from your routine by visiting the Okanagan Valley!
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Friends have arrived, and generously brought wines and beer to share. To best savour your bottles, here is our guide for perfect pairings all meal long.
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The fight over wine corks versus screw caps has spilt a lot of blood in the wine industry. Why have screw caps been such a big success? Do corks still have a future?
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Whether sipped while stargazing near the campfire, or shared with friends and family while eating together, Port is always a pleasure to drink.
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Elian Da Ros is the most original, congenial representative of this delicious designation in France’s southwest.
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Want an intro to whisky? The ITHQ, in conjunction with the SAQ, has two workshops you’ll want to check out!