Wine

You naturally serve your white and rosé wine chilled, but did you know that many red wines can also benefit from a little ice bath to counter hot summer days? Spotlight on a refreshing trend.

During this week of tastings, we were able to observe a crystallization of this new facet of Bordeaux: wines extracted and marked by wood are now giving way to distinguished, fresh wines of great finesse. In Bordeaux, nothing is left to chance!

Are you trying to be more mindful about what ends up in your cart, but not always sure what to choose? Here’s a look at some earth-friendly options from the Inspire Favourites lists of four people in the know.

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...