The Big O

The Big O

One question we often receive in the tasting is about organic certification. “Are you certified organic?” When the answer is “No,” the conversation tends to revolve around: “Why not?”  While the reasons are complex, we can sum it up best like this: Grapes are a perennial crop. That means the same plant produces a grape…

Harvest: The True Story
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Harvest: The True Story

So what’s all this harvest and crush business about? There are really two sides to the story: the perfect harvest that small winery owners dream of and the often truer story behind that great wine you’re drinking. Grab a glass of wine and read on… The Ideal Harvest September rolls around bringing bright, sunny days…

I’ve Got a Crush
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I’ve Got a Crush

Fall in Ontario is such a glorious time of the year: cool nights, warm days, rich colours and snuggly clothes. Out in the vineyard the furious growth of the summer slows and the plants put all their energy into ripening the gorgeous clusters of grapes they’ve worked so hard to create. For most it’s just…