Merlot Month – November 2025
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Merlot one of the Noble grapes is featured this month
Carménère Day. November 24 to commemorate its rediscovery in Chile 24 years ago Carménère was first brought to Chile in the mid 1800s and was thought to be Merlot until 1994. The leaves look very similar to Merlot and the vines were intermingled. The root stocks are the original from over 100 years ago. This […]
International Viognier Day – Last Friday of April. Outside of the Rhône, Viognier can be found in regions of North and South America as well as Australia, New Zealand, the Cape Winelands in South Africa and Israel. Viognier is a viable choice for people who love white wine that is dry but also feels soft […]
International Sauvignon Blanc Day, first Friday of May: May 1, 2026. There are 3 Sauvignon Blanc Kits: we have the En Primeur Chilean Sauvignon Blanc, Cru Select New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and Ontario Sauvignon Blanc in stock to choose from. Ontario Sauvignon Blanc is straw in colour with a refreshing grassy nose; bold herbal tones […]
World Moscato Day Moscato wine is famous for its sweet flavors of peaches and orange blossom. The word Moscato (“moe-ska-toe”) is the Italian name for Muscat Blanc – one of the oldest wine grapes in the world! Grown in France, Italy, Austria, Greece, Israel and even Australia. Wines are often dry to taste, but since the […]
International Chardonnay Day Thursday before Memorial Day (May 21 in 2026) Describing the flavours of a Chardonnay can be very challenging because they differ based on different winemaking techniques. They boast impressive ranges from the expected butter and oak to fresh fruit flavours of citrus, apple and tropical fruits. While many Chardonnays have high aromatic […]
National Wine Day Observed annually on May 25, National Wine Day is an all-encompassing celebration of wine—any style, any region, any varietal. Unlike specific wine days, this one is about whatever you love most in your glass. Whether you prefer a big, bold red or a delicate white, a sweet dessert wine or a funky […]
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