Innovative marketing of BC wine in Japan
In today's Vancouver Sun business page Quail's Gate, the very fine winery based just west of Kelowna, is featured in a very interesting story of how popular comic book characters in Japan are marketing wine.
Aurora Bistro Closes
We have just found out that Aurora Bistro has closed. Aurora was one of a few select restaurants in Vancouver that offered BC wines exclusively on its wine list. There is no explanation from the proprietors as to why they are closing, although it's clear the global economy is affecting all sorts of businesses. We […]
See Ya Later Ranch Ping 2004
Very dark cocoa, nice legs. Hint of vanilla on the nose, not too fruity. Beautifully balanced tannins – "hits all four corners". Gorgeous silky finish, no bitterness. Definitely something to drink now, but probably would keep for a special occasion.