Scott & Marta Rich.
For over three decades, Scott and Marta Rich of Talisman Wines have dedicated themselves to producing extraordinary Pinot Noirs that are as much about place and people as they are about the grape. Their recent “Dog Vineyard” Vertical Dinner epitomized this ethos, showcasing wines from four of their beloved vineyards—Red Dog, Gus’s, Huckleberry’s, and Sadie’s—in an unforgettable evening of wine, food, and camaraderie.
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10 Must-Visit Winery Restaurants in BC
One of the pleasures of visiting a wine region is that wine country is farm country. Farm-to-table eating is the norm, and there is always a good array of choices ready to provide the very best that the season has to offer. British Columbia is no different, and with options from high-end to casual, there’s something to please every palate. Our latest article for the Daily Hive here lists our 10 must-visit winery restaurants throughout the province.
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What wines would you choose?
Earlier this year AdVINEtures was asked to help some very generous friends put together a list of wines to have at a very special, intimate gathering at a local restaurant. We were given just a theme to guide us in our selections: choose wines that will be the best wines the guests will have in their lives. It was a pretty daunting task, but we couldn’t resist so…challenge accepted.
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Food & Wine Studio by Pilar Rodriguez
We arrived at Food & Wine Studio by Pilar Rodriguez to a warm greeting before promptly being directed back to our van. “First things first,” says Pilar, “We need to go to the farm to get some ingredients.” And so begins our cooking class with the charming Chilean celebrity chef.
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A perfect start.
We were first introduced to the talented Echapresto Brothers on a trip to Northern Spain a few years ago with Iberian Wine Tours. Our farewell dinner on that tour was at the stunning Valpiedra Winery in Rioja, and the two brothers closed down their Michelin-rated restaurant, Venta Moncalvillo, in order to personally look after our group. Carlos is the Sommelir, Ignacio is the Chef, and their partnership is nothing short of gastronomic bliss.
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