Wine
The SAQ's The spirit of knowing blog offers you plenty of articles on the world of wine to find out more on grape varieties, vintages, cellaring conditions and much more!
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What makes a wine good? It’s such a simple question, yet hard to answer simply... Here are a few thoughts toward a response.
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Wine changes with age—that’s why it is often thought of as being alive. But does it always improve with age?
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Organic, biodynamic, and more recently natural wines are far more than a trend; they are more popular than ever and we totally understand the increasing infatuation. Let’s look at why people are (happily) getting back to nature.
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What’s in a rosé? Here are a few tips and tricks to help you understand the components of this increasingly popular wine.
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The vintage represents the year the grapes for a particular wine were harvested. But how can you determine the quality of a wine’s production? Here are a few tips for understanding the meaning of vintages.
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Oh red wine! How do we love thee? Let us count the ways! Here are our suggestions and explanations to help you see – and enjoy – the best of your red.
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A family affair in every sense of the word, the Vignoble du Marathonien has been earning praise and awards for more than 25 years.
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Cider is back in fashion. In addition to making wine, Domaine de Lavoie, in Rougemont, follows this growing trend.
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The Rivière du Chêne winery is definitely one of the most well known in Quebec, thanks to the passion of its founder, Daniel Lalande.
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At Coteau Rougemont, the Robert family has created one of Quebec’s most important wineries.
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When you purchase Quebec wines, you’re supporting the local economy, all while choosing eco-friendly products. And also—they’re exceptional wines!
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Pop the bubbly and discover the perfect pairings for each taste tag!