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All You Need To Know: Chateau Ste Michelle, Winery Visit Review
For wine lovers exploring wineries near Seattle, Chateau Ste. Michelle stands out. Why? Read on to find out why this winery ticks all the boxes as the perfect starting point. [Read more]
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Madeira’s North Coast Table Wine Producers & Wines: All You Need To Know If You Plan A Visit
In the 17th century, a fortunate accident led Madeiran winemakers to discover a method to preserve wine during long sea voyages, giving birth to the renowned fortified Madeira wine. In the mid-20th century, the winemaking landscape shifted. Fortified Madeira wine is no longer a popular choice for consumers. The Madeira winemaking industry has adapted accordingly,… [Read more]
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Madeira’s South Coast Table Wine Producers & Wines: All You Need To Know If You Plan A Visit
When you hear “Madeira,” fortified wines might be the first thought that comes to mind. But here’s a surprise: nowadays, most wineries in Madeira produce table wines instead! Even some of the well-established, fortified wine producers have hopped on this trend. So, who are these table winemakers, and, more importantly, how do their table wines… [Read more]
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New Entrants Of Madeira’s 200 Years Old Wine Scene: A Visit And Wine Tasting At Terras Do Avo
The Portuguese island of Madeira is renowned for its production of fortified Madeira wines. With the rise of table wines as a popular choice among consumers worldwide, the once-prevalent appeal on the global market of Madeira fortified wines has gradually diminished.In the early 1990s, Madeira Island saw a seismic shift in its winemaking landscape, leading… [Read more]
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Vanessa Vineyards: What Makes a Winery Visit Great or Not?
Wine tourism is a thriving industry! Just like any other form of tourism, the purpose of wine tourism is to have new experiences and enrich our lives. But what makes a wine tourism experience great? Does it all come down to the quality of the wines we taste when we visit wineries? Is there a… [Read more]
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All you need to know about Clos du Soleil Winery and its Bordeaux inspired wines
Clifton Fadiman’s quote, “If Food is the body of good living, wine is its soul,” graces the entrance of the Clos du Soleil Winery located in the town of Keremeos, British Columbia’s Similkameen Valley. We are perplexed by how to reconcile this with the latest medical advice that wine is not good for you, even… [Read more]
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In Search Of British Columbia Wine Trail’s Best-Kept Secrets And Hidden Gems: Similkameen Valley’s Corcelettes Winery And Their Wines
“Rugged, Rustic, Real” reads the road sign to Keremeos, home of Corcelettes, the much respected in the Similkameen Valley, winery. Although every bit real, there’s nothing rugged or rustic about Corcelettes Winery or their wines. Prepare to immerse yourself in the world of Corcelettes as we uncover yet another Similkameen Valley’s hidden gem that awaits… [Read more]
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New kid on the Meyer Winery’s block: All you need to know about Mayhem Winery and their wines
Mayhem Winery stands as an extraordinary testament to the bond between siblings. The creation of this winery is a result of the partnership of Terry Meyer, JAK [sic] Meyer and their spouses. Together they sought to complement the existing Meyer brand rather than compete with it. With its whimsical wine tasting room, wines in aluminum… [Read more]
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In Search Of British Columbia’s Wine Trail’s Best-Kept Secrets And Hidden Gems: Similkameen Valley’s Orofino Winery And Their Wines
The Similkameen Valley wine region of British Columbia is said to be on the cusp of blossoming into a world-class wine destination. Yet, Similkameen Valley’s wineries are often regarded as British Columbia’s best-kept secret. Orofino Winery, already on its 20th vintage, is one such example. While we blame the treacherous mountain road for our unintended… [Read more]