The Demystified Vine

Taking the mystery out of wine exploration!

So, it’s 2016. A time for New Year’s resolutions? Sure. Why not. You could head to the gym or decide you’re going to try something crazy this year (in my books, this would be something like bungee jumping). Or…OR you could sit back, relax, and try some wines that you have likely never thought of …

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Nandi Hills ‘Grover’ Shiraz Rosé 2014 It isn’t likely that you’ll be able to find any Indian wine on the Canadian market. In fact, I dare you to try. It is true, however, that India is making wine, and they are making a selection of wine that fits onto the international market’s buying stage, too. …

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June 1st, 2015 Having been offered the opportunity to attend the Gambero Rosso ‘Special Wine Awards’ Masterclass, I realized one thing. Okay, well, I realized a few things throughout the course of the seminar, but that is also what I am here to talk about. What I realized was that I really adore wine. No …

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The 2012 Robin Ridge Gamay is proof that Gamay can be made in a few different styles. The Blind Taste I was given this wine to blind taste on Monday, May 25th, 2015.  As I was going through the process of tasting, I was feeling a bit flabberghasted. Now, blind tasting really does keep a …

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Eav Vivre is a “family-run boutique winery” that is located in Cawston, BC. They are one of the growing number of wineries located in the Similkameen Valley – an area full of farms, microclimates, and really great soils.   Dale and Geraldine are the proud owners of Eau Vivre. To support the unity between the land …

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