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Vineland Estates Introduces VQA Wine by the Keg

Vineland Estates Introduces VQA Wine by the Keg

“It’s about high quality wine in the best storage and distribution system period.”     – Allan Schmidt President of Vineland Estates Winery Who Blazed the Trail? Vineland Estates has partnered with the Versey group based in Montreal to be the first Ontario winery to offer VQA wine by the keg. The Versey group was first to … Continue reading →

Welcome Friends

I warmly invite you to join me as we journey through the world of wine, cheese and fine foods together. I have had the pleasure to work for the past 10 years with phenomenal chefs, sommeliers and hoteliers. Along the way I have  picked up a few stories, many laughs and a healthy appetite for … Continue reading →

The Birth of a Blend

Winter Solstice Private Label 2010  “As I watched Brian flow from barrel to barrel dipping and sipping, mixing and matching I was watching someone who was fully committed and engrossed in his craft”. Brian Schmidt wears many hats. Father, husband, farmer, winemaker, food enthusiast, educator, and the list goes on. I have had the opportunity … Continue reading →

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December 11, 2012

Feel good Fireside Food

2012 Nov Autumn Stew

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