On the Road with the Grape Guy

On the Road with the Grape Guy is a on-going feature that follows me from event to event ... I post my thoughts, feelings and reviews of what happened and what I tasted ... basically it is here that I review the events I attend and the things that thrilled me.

Report from - Meeting Clark Smith ... June 16, 2008

23 Jun 2008

 

A lot has been written about Clark Smith, from what I could gather from the press pack I was given about this man and his wines.  Usually, you get one or two brief articles about a winery or winemaker; in this pack there were four extensive pieces about this guy, his theories, philosophies and ideas about winemaking.  If you’re interested look him up, he’s quite a polarizing figure who speaks his mind and speaks from the heart.  Some might even say he lacks a “social filter” (the one that stops you from saying whatever comes to mind at any given time); but as one who has also been known to suffer from this “ailment”, I found him refreshing and fun.  Let me give you a couple of examples of what I am talking about ... (Read more

 

To read about more interesting adventures thru the world of wine check out the On the Road With the Grape Guy blog

Report from - Made in Italy (4 of 4) ... June 12, 2008

23 Jun 2008

 

See previous write-ups:  part 1part 2part 3

Once again the Italians took over a Toronto locale, and once again it was in the Yorkville district.  This time it was Studio Snaidero at 33 Hazelton Avenue, and from what I gathered a kitchen decorating and appliance store:  all from Italy, as were all the wines – 4 in total again.

So far, it has been the trend on these evenings to have one wine that is a true standout amongst all the others, but this time all four seemed to have something to offer wine lovers... (Read more)

 

To read about more interesting adventures thru the world of wine check out the On the Road With the Grape Guy blog

 

 

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