Jane Staples
Winelovers' Delight - Stina Pošip Inspiration 2018
Brač, Croatia I loved this Pošip from the first sip! It is an indigenous Croatian varietal, grown on the island of Brač, along the...
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Jane Staples
Jun 25, 20201 min read
SUMMER IS SANGRIA TIME!
Photo, Adonyi Gábor from Pexels Summer’s here and we’re spending more time enjoying every minute of sunshine and long, leisurely evenings...
Jane Staples
Mar 7, 20203 min read
Esplanade Zagreb Hotel - History, Elegance and Luxury
My visit to Croatia finished with an overnight stay at a luxury hotel, Zagreb’s famous Esplanade. Opened in 1925, it originally provided...
Jane Staples
Feb 1, 20205 min read
A Foodie in Croatia
My food and wine adventures continued last fall with a visit to Croatia.
Jane Staples
Dec 29, 20192 min read
Yes, They Make Wine in Finland!
While visiting Finland in 2019, I was given a couple of bottles of Finnish wine as a gift. I was curious to try them, because of course...
Jane Staples
Jun 4, 20192 min read
Curious About Orange Wine?
Rosé is a perennial favourite, especially during summer months. Its happy pink hues and crisp fragrances are very appealing and it’s...
Jane Staples
Apr 27, 20191 min read
Ever Tried an #Affogato?
It was a very long winter here in windy Ottawa, and spring has been, well, fickle to say the least. Since we can't sit on the patio this...
Jane Staples
Mar 30, 20192 min read
Destination Chocolate! A Visit to Hummingbird Chocolate Maker
They say that money can't buy happiness. However, it can definitely buy chocolate, which will probably put a smile on your face! This...
Jane Staples
Mar 25, 20191 min read
A Fireplace Port - Quinta Das Carvalhas Late Bottled Vintage Port 2011 - 93 pts.
Douro D.O.P., Portugal Windy March evenings are made for sitting by the fireplace with a glass of #Port and your favourite book. Rich...
Jane Staples
Mar 20, 20192 min read
A Foodie Goes to Boston
On a recent trip to Boston, I discovered endless great restaurants and food destinations. From luxury dining to fruit smoothies or lunch...
Jane Staples
Feb 23, 20191 min read
Featherstone Estate Winery Canadian Oak Chardonnay 2017 90 pts.
VQA Niagara Peninsula, Ontario Local talent! Crafted from Niagara grapes, fermented using indigenous yeasts from the vineyard and...
Jane Staples
Feb 11, 20191 min read
Brandy is Dandy on a Cold Winter Night! St. Remy XO Brandy - 91 pts.
France After skating, skiing or on a blustery winter night, there's nothing quite like unwinding with a relaxing glass of brandy. This...
Jane Staples
Jan 22, 20191 min read
Decadent Lobster for Valentine's Day!
Photo by: Bob Stefko I'm starting to think about special recipes to make for #Valentine's Day. This one with succulent lobster, avocado...
Jane Staples
Jan 13, 20191 min read
A Wine Bargain for January Budgets- Vaucher Père & Fils Fleurie 2015 90 pts.
Fleurie, Beaujolais A.C., France January means a tight budget for many, after the indulgences of the holidays. But you can still enjoy...
Jane Staples
Dec 30, 20181 min read
Happy Wine Discovery - Andeluna Pasionado Cabernet Franc 2013 92 pts.
Mendoza Valley, Argentina Truly the most delicious Cab Franc I've ever tasted. Crafted from hand-harvested and hand-selected grapes, for...
Jane Staples
Dec 14, 20181 min read
A Gift for that Special Someone - Poli Cleopatra Moscato Oro Grappa 92 pts.
Veneto, Italy An exquisite artisanal #grappa, distilled in a unique bain marie vacuum. Highly aromatic with luscious notes of honey,...
Jane Staples
Nov 25, 20181 min read
Crowd-Pleaser! Santa Carolina Gran Reserva Chardonnay 2016 91 pts.
Limarí Valley D.O., Chile A very happy wine discovery in this Chilean Chard from Limarí Valley D.O.! I'm checking out the aisle with...
Jane Staples
Nov 11, 20181 min read
Great Gift Wine! 93 pt. review Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro Chianti Classico 2014
Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy This is a wine that makes your mouth happy! Riserva Ducale Oro Gran Selezione 2014; always a treat, but only...
Jane Staples
Oct 20, 20181 min read
94 pts. Sartori Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Corte Brà 2009
Veneto D.O.C., Italy From the highly esteemed #Sartori Winery in Verona, Italy, this dark garnet gem gives very fragrant cherry, dried...
Jane Staples
Oct 11, 20181 min read
Elderton Command Shiraz 2014 94 pts.
Barossa, South Australia, Australia A rich and luscious #Shiraz that showcases the skills of Australia's #Barossa winemakers. Crafted...
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