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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There are many types of Champagne, from a dry Brut Nature, to a complex vintage, to a festive demi-sec served over ice. We take a closer look at this luxury product for any occasion.
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Bubbly’s rising popularity has resulted in a wide variety of bottles to choose from. Here’s a handy guide to finding the one that’s right for you!
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Describing Aussie winemaking in just a few lines is tricky. The offer down under is more diverse than ever and behind us are the days of the monolithic full-bodied Australian wine. Recent years have ushered in new quality-focussed producers, and lately they’ve been taking a much more balanced approach to the craft.
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White wine is popular in Quebec again, and how fortunate for Alsace — it’s their speciality. With an age-old winemaking tradition, the region proposes an exceptional offering of grapes that spring forth from a dizzying variety of terroirs.
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Download the free Treasury Wine Estate app and discover a fascinating immersive experience.
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Boxed wines, also known as BIBs (Bag-in-Box), are winning over more and more wine lovers - and with reason. Not only are they practical, they’re also good for your wallet and the environment! We take a closer look at a trend that’s gaining ground!
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Aficionados know that new arrivals of esteemed Italian wines are always worth checking out! Now is your chance to explore all the diversity that Italian winemaking has to offer.
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How can you decant true from false? Take our entertaining quiz!
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Increasingly popular screw caps versus traditional cork stoppers—which is the best way to seal wine?
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In articles about wine tasting, whether in printed publications or even in SAQ.com, you will come across the suggestion that you should store wine in a decanter for a certain amount of time. But what is the difference between aerating and decanting the wine?
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Dry, sweet, sparkling or still, Chenin Blanc makes a great accompaniment to any meal.
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Riding on the prestige of the Grands Crus from Médoc, Cabernet Sauvignon has become the most planted red grape variety on the planet, just ahead of Merlot, another variety that originated in Bordeaux.