Last minute Christmas gifts from BC’s best wineries

If you’re still fretting about getting the perfect host/hostess gift, look no further than our own backyard.  BC wineries have you covered with a variety of gifts and of course, delicious wine: Haywire’s Vintage Bub 2013 Vintage Bub is bottle aged five years which brings to life its earthy, wild-mushroom bread dough nose with fresh…

Holiday Gifting: Wines for the strategic saver & the spirited splurger

Finally, it’s here – ‘tis the season for laughter, food and even better, wine. With winter on the way, Canadians are thinking about holiday gifting, making their lists and checking them twice. For the oenophile on your list, check out this line up of wines sure to please even the most particular of wine enthusiasts. Whether…

Embrace the Darkness with Apothic Dark

Days are getting darker, weather is getting colder. As we head into the winter season, Apothic Wines has created a new wine that will make you want to embrace the darkness. Apothic Dark is the “must have” wine of Winter. This seductive blend of Petite Sirah, Teroldego and Cabernet Sauvignon, has a smooth and layered…

Valentine’s Day ideas

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. Here are some fun ways to show your friends and special someone how much you appreciate them! CandyGrams from A Loving Spoonful This fun little messages not only will brighten your recipients day, but also help provide meals for men, women and children affected by HIV/AIDS. CandyGrams can be sent…

MaryinVancity’s Gift Giving Guide: for the wine lover

If you’re looking for the perfect gift for the wine lover in your life, here are some of best gifts around! Double Duty Wine Glasses: Transforming what you thought about wine stemware, these Revolution Wine and Water glasses from LibaStyle.com are a great gift for the practical or fashion forward wine lover in your life. $84…

MaryinVancity’s gift giving guide: For the wine connoisseur

  For those wine lovers on your nice list, I have a fantastic suggestion: The Soiree Tempour.   This all-inclusive beverage system combines functionality and gourmet design for a 4 in 1 pourer, chiller and aerator. The    Soiree Tempour keeps any wines or spirit at optimal temperature, from the inside out.   Made out of high-grade…