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Events for April 26, 2023 - April 29, 2023 › Wine Seminars
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Does BC Have a Wine Identity?
A panel of esteemed academics and industry leaders will guide a tasting of BC and international wines to generate phrases and descriptors that evoke the wine’s typicity and regional identity. Wine is a cultural product representing a place of origin. What can BC learn from the world’s iconic regions? Does BC have or need a unified wine identity? What does the future hold for BC’s wine image globally? Learn more about BC's wine territory identity. In partnership with UBC Wine…
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The Shape of Wine
How does the glass amplify the wine? Join Riedel’s Regional Manager Alysha Harker as she guides you on a journey through your senses. Discover how glass shape changes your wine experience as you sample Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet Sauvignon in Riedel Veloce glassware. The set of glasses are yours to take home (a $178 value)! Sponsored by Moderator: Alysha Harker Panelists: Jim Faulkner, Christa-Lee McWatters, Nicholas Paris MW, Ray Signorello Featured Wines: Ex Nihilo Vineyards Okanagan Valley…
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California Wines: Eureka in the Glass!
Discover for yourself how California’s diverse terrain comes alive in your glass. Learn how California’s landscape and climate shape the Golden State and its wines. Each wine will explore a different aspect of California from the coastline to the mountains, with a local wine expert leading you through the tasting. Explore signature varietals and top drops from winery legends in this journey through California. Moderator: DJ Kearney Panelists: Mark de Vere MW, JJ Dowell, Gabriela Marble, Dave Phillips, Ray Signorello, Joe…
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The Global Cru
While the term “Cru” is most often used for the French classification system, the “Cru” concept can apply to any vineyard or group of vineyards recognized for their superior quality. This seminar will take participants on a global journey to some of the wine world’s greatest vineyards to discover what makes their terroir and wines so special. Moderators: Filippo Bartolotta and James Nevison Panelists: Laura Catena, Frédéric Chaudière, Ivo Cibilic, Daniele Dellanoce, Chad Harding, Carol Anai Koch Gonzalez, Giovanni Mazzei,…
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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…