Happy International Cava Day 🍾 International Cava Day – July 12th Today we celebrate Cava, Spain's iconic sparkling wine made using the traditional method (like Champagne), known for its fine bubbles and crisp, dry finish. Originating mainly from the Penedès region, Cava often features citrus, green apple, and floral notes, making it a refreshing choice […]
Pinot Noir Day August 18, 2025 Pinot Noir is a fantastic wine, but a temperamental grape. With its rich color and complex flavors, it is largely considered one of the most hedonistic wines ever made. Elegant and berry-like, its velvet flavor is the perfect addition to any affair. Pinot Noir Day celebrates this wine and […]
🍂🍷 Happy Labour Day from Village Craft Winemaker! 🍷🍂 Today we raise a glass to all the hard-working hands that build, support, and shape our communities — from vineyards to backyards, kitchens to workshops. 🛠️💼 Labour Day is a moment to rest, reflect, and enjoy the simple pleasures: ✅ Good food ✅ Great company ✅ […]
International Chianti Day . Remember the basket on the bottle. This is the Famous Sangiovese grape it the headliner in this wine. Very food friendly and ages very well. Typically aged in oak 18 month. Chianti, a wine region in Toscana AKA Tuscany, is also the name of the incredible wine produced in this region. “World-renowned, […]
September 17, 2024 Grenache and Garnacha are the same thing. Grenache is the name in France, Garnacha is the name in Spain. We have an amazing Grenache Syrah which if you are interested. We also have a Winexpert GSM (Grenache Syrah Mourvèdre) for you also 15% off all Grenache kits (Cannot be combined with […]
🍷September 10 – National Port Wine Day🍷 Today we toast to one of the world’s most beloved fortified wines — Port! Rich, smooth, and full of character, Port wine hails from Portugal’s Douro Valley, and has long been a favourite for fireside sipping, dessert pairings, or a bold finish to a great meal. 🔥🍫 Expect […]
Free UWinemaker Training Course: Sept. 24 / 25 🍷🎓 Perfect for Beginners & Curious Winemakers! 📅 Wed, Sept 24 | 🕓 4:00–6:30 PM | 📍 Village Craft Winemaker Ever wanted to make your own wine — but didn’t know where to start? Already made wine, but want an easier way with better results? 👉 Meet […]
Second Saturday in October International Pinotage Day October 11, 2025 The Pinotage Association states that “there is so much to talk about when the topic of Pinotage comes up. From historic tales of creation – merging Pinot Noir and Hermitage (Cinsaut) grapes by Prof Perold – to today’s legends crafting the latest Pinotage or Pinotage blends. The […]
🍁🦃 Happy Thanksgiving, Canada! 🦃🍁 As we gather around the table with friends and family today, we're reminded that the best things in life - like good food, heartfelt stories, and shared laughter - are even better with a glass of something homemade. 🍷🍂 Whether you're sipping a bold red with roast turkey, a […]
🥂✨ Happy World Champagne Day! ✨🥂 Today we celebrate the sparkle, the pop, and the timeless joy of one of the world's most iconic wines - Champagne! 🇫🇷🍾 While true Champagne comes from France's Champagne region, winemakers around the world craft beautiful sparkling wines using the same traditional methods - including many of us at […]
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