On Friday I spent the afternoon playing cricket. Yes, more play. Less work. Still striving after the elusive balance. It was for the Wine Trade XI, against a touring Aussie…
Canada, the final day
While it is still fresh in my mind, I must finish my series of Canadian-themed blog posts by summing up the final day. Actually, this post encompasses Saturday and Sunday morning, which…
Me, on video, talking about Canadian wines
On Sunday morning, after a few hours’ sleep on a couch, I was interviewed by the charming Konrad Ebjich, about my impressions on Canadian wine. I thought Konrad asked some…
Friday night at the i4c, Canada, hit by storms
Friday night saw the official start of the i4c (international cool climate chardonnay conference). This was titled ‘8 chefs, 8 grills’ and was held at Hillebrand winery in Niagara. The…
More fun in Canada
My Canadian adventure continued with a chance to live the Canadian dream – a quick trip Lake Muskoka with some of my new Canadian friends, and all-round good guy Ruud…
Fun at Enoteca Ascari, Toronto
Monday evening in Toronto. A fun gathering of wine people at Enoteca Ascari. You can’t capture an evening like this is a blog post, but there are some wines that I’d…
In Canada, day 3, Price Edward County
So, my Canadian adventure continues. And this is turning into an epic trip. Such great people, and some seriously good wines. Day 3 was spent in Prince Edward County, which…
In Canada, day 2
A great day in Niagara wine country. 58 wines tasted at four different wineries. Lots learned. Helicopters flown in: 1. The day started at Southbrook Vineyards, which was Canada’s first…
In Canada, day 1
So, I am in Canada. For one night only, I’m staying in the very pretty resort town of Niagara on the Lake. I got here about 4 pm yesterday, arriving…