Monthly Archives: February 2006
Extensive International Wines Available at Vancouver, BC Festival
It’s that time again. The Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival is set to begin on February 27. According to Communications Manager Betty Verkuil, the festival is “considered by many in the wine world to be the top consumer wine show in North America.” This week-long festival is a personal favorite of mine for two reasons. […]
Zinfandel
Maryhill Vineyards 2003 Proprietor’s Reserve (about $36): A big, plump, fruit bomb if there ever was one. Loaded with dark currant and berry flavors, the wine may be too fat for some tastes. It’s over 15% alcohol and balanced by 1.4% sugar, which makes the wine almost borderline port-like, so take note. Another thing that […]