Wine

Le Mas des Patriotes winery grew out of a lifelong dream. In the early 2000s, France Cliche restored an old abandoned barn and planted the first few acres of vines in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu—becoming one of only a handful of women winery owners.

With environmental awareness gaining ground, could regenerative viticulture be the next big thing? We spoke about it with Simon Naud, a pioneer of the movement in Quebec, and Michel Gassier, who comes from a long line of French winemakers.

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? 

The year is drawing to a close and soon we’ll be raising a glass to 2024. What will this new vintage have in store for us? We spoke to a few experts (and one amateur!) to get a clearer picture.

Set your sights on the vineyards of Médoc through short videos produced by the Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux.

Set off to discover the vineyards of Graves and Pessac-Léognan, cradle of the greatest dry whites of Bordeaux.

One of the most admired wine producers in the world. A wonderful recognition for a family estate, 5 generations strong. But the influence of Familia Torres extends far beyond its wines...

Pleasing everyone around the table when hosting friends or family over the Holidays may seem all but impossible, but fear not! Follow these tips for pairing suggestions that'll make every guest happy.

Among the prestigious sub-regions of Bordeaux, the Libournais attracts the attention of collectors for its renowned Saint-Émilion and Pomerol cuvées.

Rioja is one of the most prestigious wine regions and enjoys a well-established reputation. Under the DOC designation, its high-quality wines always seduce with their elegance and excellent aging potential. But there’s no reason with you can’t succumb to these cuvées right away.