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Keynote Speaker Lunch Featuring Evan Goldstein MS
Bridging the morning and afternoon discussions, Evan Goldstein MS will explore the importance - and the evolving role - of place in wine in this year's keynote speech. An internationally recognized authority and educator, Goldstein is a born teacher who has dedicated his adult life to introducing and sharing with others his passion for wine. One of just 269 Master Sommeliers worldwide, Goldstein has authored four books, and co-authored several more. He is also a Founding Board Member of the…
International Festival Tasting – Thursday Evening
The Wine World is Here If you attend only one of the festival’s events, make it an International Festival Tasting. The Tasting Room at the Vancouver Convention Centre is the heart of the festival, where all 147 participating wineries and their principals gather to pour their select wines. Discover exciting new wines, or return to your favourites, sipping from premium wine glasses. The room will also feature wine and food-related exhibitors, and Regional Tasting Stations featuring wines from California, New…
International Festival Tasting – Friday Evening
The Wine World is Here If you attend only one of the festival’s events, make it an International Festival Tasting. The Tasting Room at the Vancouver Convention Centre is the heart of the festival, where all 147 participating wineries and their principals gather to pour their select wines. Discover exciting new wines, or return to your favourites, sipping from premium wine glasses. The room will also feature wine and food-related exhibitors, and Regional Tasting Stations featuring wines from California, New…
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Sabor Sudamericano
All participating South American wineries will gather for a grazing lunch that celebrates their wine and food culture, set against the stunning North Shore backdrop. Enjoy wines from 44 different wineries, a continental culinary and wine journey. Sponsored by the participating wineries Featured Wines: Bodega Amalaya Rosé 2021 Bodega Argento Single Block Altamira Malbec 2019 Domaine Bousquet Organic Reserve Malbec 2021 Catena Zapata High Mountain Chardonnay 2020 Doña Paula Estate Malbec 2021 Escorihuela Gascón 1884 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon 2020…
International Festival Tasting – Saturday Matinee
The Wine World is Here If you attend only one of the festival’s events, make it an International Festival Tasting. The Tasting Room at the Vancouver Convention Centre is the heart of the festival, where all 147 participating wineries and their principals gather to pour their select wines. Discover exciting new wines, or return to your favourites, sipping from premium wine glasses. The room will also feature wine and food-related exhibitors, and Regional Tasting Stations featuring wines from California, New…
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La Crema de la Crema
South America boasts some of the world’s most important wine countries making amazing wines at a rainbow of prices. Discover South America’s wow factor through the prism of some of the continent’s most exceptional wines. From Argentina to Chile, Brazil to Uruguay, enjoy la crema de la crema. Explore these southern gems with Anthony Gismondi, Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein, and the participating vine stars. Moderators: Anthony Gismondi, Evan Goldstein MS Panelists: David Bonomi, Rafael Boscaini, Marina Castillo, Sebastián Labbé, Cinthia…
International Festival Tasting – Saturday Evening
The Wine World is Here If you attend only one of the festival’s events, make it an International Festival Tasting. The Tasting Room at the Vancouver Convention Centre is the heart of the festival, where all 147 participating wineries and their principals gather to pour their select wines. Discover exciting new wines, or return to your favourites, sipping from premium wine glasses. The room will also feature wine and food-related exhibitors, and Regional Tasting Stations featuring wines from California, New…