Wine – ing Your way around the World – In Style
I don’t often fly in Business Class especially in North America. Europe, sometimes, but I have to think long and hard on that. Traveling to Asia there is no question that it is well worth it! You can plan your sleep time to get you there semi-refreshed. Connecting and...
Another Round – April 2018
White wine drinkers you will be proud of me sitting in the Air Canada Lounge at Pearson Airport, fingers and toes crossed on day one of the next Ice Storm of the century. Plenty of refreshment choices but I chose Gabbiano Promessa, Pinot Grigio, living up to my...
Another Round – March 2018
Too many wines and not enough time!2 solid reds1 refreshing sparkling Rose2 silky smooth Chardonnays ……and 1 for the ONE & DONE pile…………. Cinque Stelle 2011 Amarone della Valpolcella Classico: $55.00 - Italy So we up the ante with this one but everyone once in a...
Wining and a Little Dining with Friends
We will start off with a bubbly theme since we certainly tried enough of it over the holidays. You may have noticed a few if you are following travelinggolfer23 on Instagram. I'm trying to post some weekly “Wine Finds” as we move through the month. Then we will...
Tips to finding Great Value Wine
Here are a couple of tips to help you find your next great bottle of wine! Have Fun Searching for Good Value Wines. There are many wines in the $15 to $25 range that can be just as satisfying as those that are $30 and up. Make friends with someone at your Favorite...
Just in time for the holidays!
More bubbles, a little wine and some after dinner treats. Let’s kick off the season with some bubbly… Bottega Gold Prosecco: 1.5 litres $59.95 LCBO, Italy Party Time: If this doesn’t get your party started nothing will. The sight of the sparkling gold monster...
Traveling Golfer the Wino!
“Why aren’t you writing your own wine reviews? You certainly drink enough of it.” I can’t tell you how many times I have heard that! I have more than my fair share of friends that continually ask me just that. “Found anything interesting lately?” …and I enjoy...
Okanagan Crush Pad Winery
By Rick VanSickle SUMMERLAND, B.C. — It is simply breathtaking, a stunning swath of wind-swept land as we look down the throat of the Garnet Valley from the highest point of the property on a perfect spring day. Wild flowers — from purple lupines to a riot of colours...
The Course at Wente Vineyards
By: Robert Kaufman What does The Course at Wente Vineyards and Disneyland have in common? You guessed wrong if you think the Greg Norman-design is some kind of Mickey Mouse layout or anything resembling a Goofy putt-putt course. Rather, the correct answer is, it is...
