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guyjacques - who has written 189 posts on Vinivino Wine blog.
Co-founder of Vinivino. His passion for wine started for over a decade. Guy-Jacques followed wine teaching courses from sommelier François Chartier and from the Société des Alcools du Québec (SAQ) in addition to attending various wine tasting events. He founded Vinivino with the goal of bringing the wine accessible to everyone.
Chardonnay Boschendal Coastal 1685 2008 | Wine of the Week
Wine of the week last year under the vintage 2007, the Chardonnay Boschendal Coastal 1685 is back to seduce us. True to itself, the vintage 2008 showcases fruits and complexity. A smart buy.
The cool mountain soils of the Coastal Region of South Africa deliver a beautiful yellow straw color Chardonnay. On the nose, fruity and [...]
Continue reading...Damage to Chilean wineries is limited
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
A press conference has been held today in Santiago de Chile to address the impact of the recent earthquake on the Chilean wine industry. René Merino, President of Vinos de Chile, and Eduardo Silva, of the Corporación Chileno del Vino, stated that wine industry has been affected by the earthquake but it has also been [...]
Continue reading...The 5th Week-End des Grands Amateurs, Bordeaux
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
L’Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux is organizing a weekend dedicated to all wine lovers.
No need to be a trade professional: you can participate to an extraordinary tasting of more than 100 Grands Crus, be welcomed in the châteaux and share dinners with the owners of the properties.
Bus tours are also proposed to you on [...]
Adega Pegoes Selected Harvest 2009 | Wine of the Week
Monday, March 1, 2010
The winemaker Jaime Quendera offers us good value with this Adega Pegoes Selected Harvest 2009.
From the Peninsula de Sebutal region in Portugal, this blend is made of Chardonnay 25%, Arinto 25%, Pinot Blanc 25% and Antao Vaz 25%. Under its straw color, this seductive wine showcases fruity aromas. An expressive, well-balanced and fresh white wine [...]
Get 10% off every purchase of $100 or more at the SAQ
Friday, February 26, 2010
Nice savings this Friday and Saturday for Quebec’s residents. The SAQ is offering a 10% off on every purchase of $100 or more. Offer available online and in store.
It’s a good time to get our wine of the week!
89 – Montecorna Ripasso Farina Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2004
Farina Wines 19,90 $ Code SAQ 00908269 [...]
Montecorna Ripasso Farina Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2004 | Wine of the Week
Monday, February 22, 2010
Ripasso lovers will be pleased with this Montecorna Ripasso Farina Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2004. From the very good 2004 vintage, this Ripasso offers good value for under $20.
A blend made of Molinara, Rondinella, Corvina with an imposing character. The color is garnet. On the nose, ripe fruits, black pepper and plum jam aromas. On the [...]
Save an additional 15% on Wine.com when you buy 12 bottles
Monday, February 22, 2010
Save an additional 15% on top of Wine.com everyday low prices when you buy 12 or more select bottles. Discount also apply on already discounted products (with some exceptions).
Simply add the promotion code “15PERCENT” in your shopping cart at checkout.
Choose from hundreds of wines while supplies last.
Hurry, promotion ends this Friday 2/26/10.
Here are two [...]
Continue reading...Osoyoos Larose Pétales d’Osoyoos 2006 | Wine of the Week
Monday, February 15, 2010
Impressive! This second wine from Osoyoos Larose is a pure pleasure in mouth and for your wallet. Even though you will have to pay $25, it’s hard to find better at that price and for that quality.
The Osoyoos Larose Pétales d’Osoyoos 2006 is elaborated from a blend made of Merlot (67%), Cabernet Sauvignon (18%), Malbec [...]
Wine video gallery – Château Palmer
Monday, February 15, 2010
From the General Palmer to the British and Dutch families Sichel and Malher-Besse, through the powerful Pereire bankers, two hundred years of history have proudly written the fame of this famous third classified growth, counting among the finest signatures throughout the Bordeaux vineyards. If the Margaux appellation stands as the heart of fine, elegant and [...]
Continue reading...Valentine’s Day champagne, on a budget
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Don’t need to spend a fortune for a champagne bottle on Valentine’s Day. You can enjoy a romantic bubbles evening with your loved one for under $25.
We have selected for you some sparkling wines that will not hurt your wallet.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
Champagne and sparkling under $15
Freixenet Cordon Negro Brut Cava Sparkling
Spain
Price: $13.75
Fresh, fine bubbles. [...]
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- Guy-Jacques Langevin: Hi Dan, I guess there were a bit too much "fran...
- Dan Rosenheim: Guy-Jacques, What the hell is a "frankincense not...
- Guy-Jacques Langevin: @ Per-BKWine Thanks for sharing these great video...
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