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Falling annually on the second Saturday of June, this year’s National Rosé Day graces us on June 14, a date that marks the ultimate homage to this quintessential summer sipper. There’s no better excuse to pop open a bottle of rosé and savor the pink nectar, whether you prefer it still or sparkling, blush or coral.

Rosé is probably the oldest known type of wine, dating back as far as 600 BC. Rosé wines are generally made from red grapes and are very versatile wines that complement many types of food. Rosé is lighter than red wine and deeper than white wine.  The pink color of rosé wine depends on the time the grape skin stays in contact with the juice, also known as maceration.

Celebrate with a glass or two of Pink wine today! Reserve Australian Grenache Rosé, or Classic White Zinfandel, or LR Pinot Noir Rose, or LR Classic Pink Moscato, whatever your preference, we have you covered!

Maybe you prefer a fruity blush wine, lighter in alcohol and very thirst quenching. Our Island Mist wines are the answer and they are included in the sale also. Raspberry Dragon Fruit, Strawberry, and Strawberry Watermelon are the three very yummy flavours!

Today only, ALL Rosé wines are $15 off. Hurry in today and get yours started for summertime sipping!

Happy Father’s Day! Here are some great ideas to celebrate your Dad!

If Dad is a fan of BBQ there is no better time than Father’s Day to throw him a backyard BBQ celebration. While no good BBQ is complete without an ice cold beer, this year why not try a nice chilled rosé? Yes that’s right, rosés and BBQ pair together fabulously. A rosé has just what it takes to stand up to the smokiness of a BBQ while providing superb refreshment on a hot sunny day.

Below are some delicious ideas to thank Dad on his special day.

Barbeque Spareribs

Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Stuffed Salmon with Fennel and Citrus

Grilled Chicken

We have lots of great Father’s Day gifts in our shop. Everything from corkscrews to aerators to chillers to glasses (wine and beer and cocktail). Even some napkins and coasters. Door mats, signs – and of course batches of wine.

A great gift idea for your wine loving Father is a Craft Wine Making Experience Gift Certificate. You and your Dad pick out the wine, get it started, and then come back and bottle it. All together! What could be better than some quality time with dear old Dad. Call us for details.

Happy Summer Solstice!

Did you know Summer Solstice is on June 20th this year? Even though most people consider June 21st as the date of the June solstice, it can happen anytime between June 20th and June 22nd. June 22nd solstices are rare – the last one took place in 1975 and the next won’t be until 2203.

Longer hours of sunlight, bright blue sky and the sun shining endlessly. What could be better?

Grab a cold glass of wine and lounge on your patio.

Happy International Merlot Day!

November 7 is International Merlot Day. Not that Merlot lovers need a reason to open a bottle of wine. But as it is International Merlot Day, it is time to celebrate!

Today only ALL Merlot wine kits are $15 off. This includes our 8 week Private Reserve Stag’s Leap Merlot from Napa, our 6 week Reserve Merlot from California, and our 4 week Classic Merlot from Chile.

This year Remembrance Day falls on a Monday. It’s About Wine! will be closed as usual.  Please observe the 2 minutes of silence at 11 AM to honour our veterans.

A heartfelt Thank-You to all the men & women that have served (especially those who gave their lives) and those that are currently serving our country for their courage and dedication.

Tempranillo Day is celebrated on the second Thursday of November every year and this year, it falls on November 14. The Spanish word ‘Temprano’ translates to ‘early,’ and Spain’s native Tempranillo grapes are called so because they are harvested early in the season. In 2011, the Tempranillo Advocates Producers and Amigos Society (TAPAS) celebrated the first Tempranillo Day with the goal of providing a way for people to add to the complexity of their wine drinking.

Celebrate with a glass of Tempranillo – plum, raspberry, and black cherry aromas and it’s fruity taste perfectly complements dishes with a hint of spice, making it a classic pairing with Spanish chorizo. Because of its low acidity, medium tannins, and savory flavor, Tempranillo wine pairs well with a wide range of salads and entrées.

To celebrate we are offering $15 off our Classic Tempranillo wine kit. Today only!