IWFS has been following Natalie McLean for many years now. The latest post from Natalie is below. I’ve reposted it here, as some of you may be interested in tastings and Natalie’s new book. Hello IWFS, – What are the differences between organic, biodynamic, sustainable, vegan and vegetarian wines? – Do they taste different? Are … Read more
By Feb 16, 2023 In January, Bordeaux’s tribunal handed down sentences for five wine professionals found guilty in the largest wine fraud case in recent memory. Tribunal president Marie-Elisabeth Boulnois passed out ankle bracelets for the worst infractions, on top of heavy fines all around. But both defendants and plaintiffs are claiming that justice has not been served. The elaborate multimillion-dollar … Read more
Never mind the Sauvignon Blancs — New Zealand’s top wine region is more intriguing than its most famous varietal Set to celebrate its 50th anniversary this year, Marlborough’s wine industry is serving up a hospitality all its own. JS By Jessica Wynne Lockhart Special to The Star Fri., Jan. 27, 2023timer5 min. read JOIN THE CONVERSATION On … Read more
Honorary President’s Message Chris BonsallIf we were to have looked during the Covid years at our Society through a kaleidoscope, we would first have seen fragments of glass stubbornly refusing to connect into any semblance of design. Then, into this year, the kaleidoscope would have been shaken hard, its focus adjusted and re-adjusted so that month … Read more
Dear Toronto Members, IWFS Europe Africa Ltd invites members from around the world to join an extravagant festival organised by two IWFS Zurich branch members living in Barcelona, Spain to discover the lesser-known region of Spanish wines and foods an hour and a half north of Barcelona: D.O. Empordà. Medieval meets modernist, castles of curiosities, … Read more
Toronto’s Michelin Guide is here. Here’s everything you need to know Toronto restaurants that made the coveted list feature tasting menus and dinners that top out at $680 per person. By Karon Liu Food Reporter Toronto Star Tue., Sept. 13, 2022timer13 min. read updateArticle was updated 7 days ago READ THE CONVERSATION The much-anticipated Michelin Guide was … Read more