Judgement of BC Wraps Up
By: Anthony Gismondi
The Judgement of B.C. wrapped up last week closing out an annual event that has been running for five years, comparing B.C. wines against “benchmark” labels (by price) from around the world. It was never quite best against best but a useful exercise nonetheless to see just where we stand against the competition.
Salut: Is diversity the long game in British Columbian wine?
By: Anthony Gismondi
Demanding diversity in our wines and obtaining it are often two very different stories, especially in the New World. As the years unfold, British Columbia wineries are finally moving in the direction although it's not necessarily just about different grapes going into the ground.
Sauvignon Blanc: on the rise in B.C..
By: Anthony Gismondi
Over the last two to three years, the structure and flavours of B.C. Sauvignon have improved immensely.
Good news in a challenging year for Okanagan growers
By: Anthony Gismondi
It’s been a good week for British Columbia wine with news from Jancis Robinson, one of the world’s most influential wine voices, suggesting, “Things are hotting up (in a good way) in the Okanagan.”
Gismondi on Wine: Tightrope Winery wines achieve high points
By: Anthony Gismondi
Anthony Gismondi and Kasey Wilson with guest Lyndsay O’Rourke, owner and winemaker. Broadcasting LIVE from the tasting room at the Vancouver Convention Centr...