Wine Picks

Shari’s reviews interesting and unique wines with wide appeal, good value and an interesting story behind them.

Wine Picks

Shari’s Picks® for August!

Thankfully, we continue to enjoy the warm weather. The penultimate summer long weekend in August is quickly approaching. To ensure I savour this experience, I will be splurging on my wine choices! The Civic holiday weekend is a perfect time to spend with family and friends. Whether you plan to […]

Wine Picks

Shari’s Picks® for July!

I have a renewed passion for wines from South Africa.  Last month I visited Africa for three weeks. I had the pleasure of exploring Namibia, Zimbabwe and Botswana. It was awe-inspiring! Watching the wildlife, seeing the diverse scenery and meeting the fascinating people was an extraordinary experience. No matter where […]

Wine Picks

Shari’s Picks for June!

Do you sometimes struggle selecting a wine?  My cousin Lucy lives in France. On a recent visit, she asked if I could give her some tips to help her order wine in a restaurant. She explained she loved red wine and admitted she found some reds much more enjoyable than […]

Wine Picks

Shari’s Picks for May!

Recently, I was asked to recommend a red wine to pair with popular BBQ foods. Although the flavours of burgers, steak, sausages, chicken, grilled corn and ribs are completely different, the wine selection doesn’t need to be. My ideal choice is Pinot Noir, the quintessentially versatile red wine to enjoy […]