Tasting

Want to stay in the know about what’s happening in the world of wine and spirits, and take a deeper dive into this subject? Expert sommeliers and collaborators share some of their favourite resources on a myriad of topics.

When tasting wine, what happens to the human body on a chemical and physiological level? Why do some people detect certain aromas, while others perceive something entirely different? How does it all work?

Everyone’s heard or used the expression “food and wine pairing.” Most people know some of the basic principles and may even have their own winning combos, but what about the mismatches that can sour a tasting experience? 

Great wine always tastes better with great company. Do you like having friends over to share the joy of vino? Here are a few out-of-the-box ideas to host a wine tasting your guests won’t soon forget, whether you’re celebrating something special or simply discovering a new varietal.

On a bright, sunny day, everyone wants to come out and play. Why not get together for some wine and cheese? Here are some tips and tricks for planning an outdoor shindig, without breaking a sweat. On your mark, get set, picnic!

Winner of Quebec, Canada and Americas titles, Pier-Alexis Soulière will represent Le Clan restaurant and the country at the ASI Competition For The Best Sommelier Of The World which will take place in Paris from February 7 to 12. Let’s meet an enthusiast on a mission.

Sommelière and instructor Gabrielle Plastre offers her best tips to get your taste buds into shape and build up your wine tasting abilities.

With over 30 years’ experience, Alessandro Berselli creates carefully selected cuvées from over a dozen of Italy’s wine-producing regions. A superb ambassador to help you discover the many facets of Italian wines.

Head sommelier of restaurants H3, Le Coureur des Bois and La Cabane du Coureur, Hugo Duchesne will be Quebec and Canada’s representative at the Best Sommelier of the Americas contest from February 16 to 19. We meet with the recipient of the most recent Quebec title before his departure for Chile!

Tasting a wine is about more than just putting the glass to your mouth. You have to use both your mind and your senses, along with a meditative thoughtfulness.

Here are a few examples of the many cocktails that can be made with brandy, a spirit made by distilling wine.

What bottle should you open first? And what’s the difference between a red, a white and a port? The most important thing to remember is that you need to give each bottle a chance to shine!