by Gabriela Fuccillo | Jan 22, 2019 | Uncategorized
Have you ever noticed that Valentine’s Day falls during a cold and dark time of year? I like to think that Cupid planned it that way on purpose. Maybe he knew that just what we need to get through the middle of the winter is a reminder that life is better...
by Gabriela Fuccillo | Jan 9, 2019 | Uncategorized
Icewine is renowned for its sweetness. It is a dessert style of wine that is very high in natural sugar and made from grapes that have frozen on the vine in winter, a process that naturally concentrates sugars and flavours. As Niagara is the Icewine-producing capital...
by Gabriela Fuccillo | Dec 17, 2018 | Uncategorized
The end of the year is a time to share special moments with family and friends. As the days draw shorter and the nights get colder we crave the warmth that comes from the company of the ones we love. Whichever holy day or days you are celebrating at this time of...
by Gabriela Fuccillo | Dec 4, 2018 | Uncategorized
A family that drinks together, stays together, so why not give the gift of Niagara wine? But choosing the right bottle for your loved one can be an unwelcome cause of stress during a season that is supposed to be filled with joy. White or red? Sweet or dry? How...
by Gabriela Fuccillo | Nov 16, 2018 | Uncategorized
If you have ever seen a sommelier or a wine professional taste wine, you may have noticed that there is a lot more to it than simply lifting the glass to your lips and taking a swig. Indeed, to get the most out of tasting a wine, a sommelier will follow a specific...
by Gabriela Fuccillo | Nov 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
Every industrial sector produces goods that range in quality and price. Wine is no different in this regard. When I host tours of Niagara’s wine country as a Wine Smart Guide working for Niagara Vintage Wine Tours, one of the aspects of the wine industry that I...
