Chasselas

The Eyrie Vineyards – Oregon

David Lett, founder of The Eyrie Vineyards planted his first 3000 vinifera vines in Oregon in 1965. He was the first to plant Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay in the Willamette Valley. Pinot Noir is what drew David to the region and he was convinced it was perfect for...

Oak Bay and St Hubertus – July 2016

I had the pleasure of meeting Andy Gebert, the animated owner of St Hubertus and Oak Bay. The wines from this place are all very affordable and the white wines are really the forté here. Anyone familiar with my writing will know that I have been critical of Canadian airlines...

Nova Scotia Tasting

I have been keeping an eye on what is happening in Nova Scotia. It’s been a few years since Benjamin Bridge made some waves when their Sparkling wine beat some of the best Champagnes France has to offer in a blind taste test. I had the opportunity to taste through some...