Archive for January, 2008



Beyond Burgundy and Bordeaux

In this week’s column, we took a look at some interesting French wines from beyond the BIG three AOCs (Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne). Definitely think we’ll be seeing more (and varied) bottles from the heart of the Old World.

The Story Behind A Label

Or at least three bottles with interesting labels, in last week’s Province’s column…
“Like a well-written cereal box, wine labels can provide some good mealtime reading.” Read more.

Comfort wine

It’s true, sometimes you just want to uncork something reliable. The good ‘ol comfort wine. Like tonight, sipping on a dandy Saumur Champigny, almost afraid to talk about it lest it disappear off the shelves…

Wine resolutions ‘08

Spend more time shopping and find more interesting sips.
More wine resolutions in last week’s column.
And, drum roll please… Had a Glass has reached #1 on the BC “Adult” Bestseller list! Thanks to all that bought a copy, gave a copy, are reading a copy, etc.