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Plume: A Lifeline Amid Quails’ Gate’s Vineyard Revival
In this article, Candian wine writer Leah Spooner explores the latest from Quail’s Gate Plume line, an inspiring collaboration that upholds the winery’s quality and style.
From Niagara to the World Stage: Two Sisters Vineyards Wins Gold at Decanter World Wine Awards
Two Sisters Vineyards 2020 Eleventh Post goes from Niagara to a world stage after winning a gold medal at the Decanter World Wine Awards.
3 Rings of Sustainability
An overview of the Three Rings of Sustainability seminar from Vanwinefest looking at economic, environmental, and social responsibility in the wine industry.
Bertani: Timeless Excellence
A tasting of Bertani wine including their beloved Valpolicella and Amarone.
A Dream in Burgundy: Tasting Louis Latour’s Legacy
A once-in-a-lifetime wine tasting through Grand Cru Burgundy with Louis Latour.
Olianas and The BioIntegrale Method
Olianas Winery stands at the forefront of sustainable viticulture in Sardinia, championing the innovative Biointegrale method—a philosophy that balances biodynamic farming, respect for tradition, and modern winemaking. This article explores how Olianas integrates this holistic approach into their vineyards and cellar, culminating in the expressive and well-structured Cannonau, a true testament to Sardinia's terroir.
Sip in Style: 10 Easter Wines to Elevate Your Celebration
Ten top wines that will be sure to elevate your Easter celebrations!
Toast to Malbec World Day : A Buyer’s Guide
A toast to Malbec World Day : A Buyer’s Guide that includes 8 of the best value Malbec plus reviews and the history of Argentine Malbec.
Exploring Greece Through the Glass: Three Affordable Wines That Will Take You There
Explore Greece through the glass with these three wallet-friendly wines that exhibit some of the best wine styles of Greek culture. Three wine reviews and food pairings for a Greek night in.
Explore the Best of South Africa: 3 Red Wine Varietals You Need to Try
Explore the best of South African wine by diving in to these high-quality red wines.
Canadian wine isn’t a substitute—it’s a standout
Canadian wine isn’t a substitute - it’s a standout. Written by Canadian wine expert Leah Spooner for Vineroutes.
The ‘cool’ kid: Cabernet franc’s moment is now
A look in to the world’s best cool-climate Cabernet Franc. This ‘cool kid’ of the wine world flourishes in cool climate wine regions such as Ontario, Canada, Loire Valley, France, and Mendoza, Argentina. Explore some of wine writer Leah Spooner’s favourite expressions of the grape and which ones to try with full wine reviews from some of the world’s best wineries.
Château Pesquié: Family tradition thrives with a rising region
Chateau Pesquie: Family Tradition Thrives with a Rising Region
5 Canadian wines for Valentine’s Day and what to pair with them
5 Ontario wines for Valentine’s Day plus wine and food pairings to make the occasion extra memorable - by wine writer Leah Spooner
Swartland is South Africa’s newest “it” wine region : 4 bottles that prove why
Take a look in to why Swartland is South Africa’s newest hot wine region, with four wines that prove why.
3 Reasons Why You Should Be Drinking Port
3 Reasons why you should drink Port by wine expert Leah Spooner.
A Staircase to Success with Zuccardi Valle de Uco
A Q&A with Jose Alberto Zuccardi by wine writer Leah Spooner
A-list Artisans: Dan Sullivan and the rise of Rosehall Run
I sit down with Dan Sullivan of Rosehall Run for a Q&A in my latest for Vineroutes.