Cork versus Screwcap: An experiment

A blind taste test to determine whether the Tinhorn Creek 2001 Oldfield Series Merlot is better under cork or screwcap

wine corks

I recently received a package with two bottles of wine in it. As a wine reviewer, this isn’t too unusual for me. However, this package was unusual because it contained two bottles of Tinhorn Creek 2001 Oldfield Series Merlot — one finished under screwcap, one finished under cork.

Rewarding excellence in Canadian wine

The journey to find Canada's best wines

Medal-winning Canadian wine

12 Canadian value wines

High-scoring Canadian wines that offer great value for price

Photo: Sean Ganann

Top Canadian Sparkling Wines

The best sparkling wines at the Wine Access 2011 Canadian Wine Awards

(37 entries, 24 medals)

Canadian Wine Awards 2011 Results

Full competition results from the Wine Access 2011 Canadian Wine Awards

British Columbia Changes Vintage Rules

An amendment to regulations gives B.C. winemakers more flexibility  

Barrels in B.C. wine country

The British Columbia government has amended its rules governing the use of vintages on wine labels for BC VQA wines and Wines of Distinction.

Visiting the Calgary Stampede Wine Garden

The Western Oasis Wine Garden gives Stampede patrons a place to relax

Wine Garden Menu

The Western Oasis Wine Garden is an island of calm in the bustle and energy of the Calgary Stampede.

Carone Served at Montreal Royal Reception

Carone was the red wine of choice at the Montreal reception for Will and Kate

Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

The Carone 2008 Cabernet Severnyi was the official red wine served at the Montreal reception for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge during their tour of Canada.

Wine-Fed Beef from the Okanagan

Sezmu Meats is set to distribute across Canada

Janice Ravndahl and Darrel Timm run Sezmu Meats in the Okanagan Valley

Red meat and red wine are a natural pairing.

Wine Picks for June 7, 2011

Wine picks from Canada, Chile and South Africa for your Tuesday night dinner

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