Burgundy and Bordeaux, Chardonnay and Merlot. What’s in a name? Wines are either named after the region where they come from, the grape variety used to produce the wine, or are given a made up name. Here’s how it all works. By Growing Region Traditionally “old world” wine producing regions like France, Italy and Spain, […]
We are thrilled to welcome the wines of Chateau Clamens to our shop this Spring. When some of the Bishop’s Cellar team tasted the wines from this domaine on a recent buying trip, they immediately knew that Chateau Clamens was a perfect fit for the store and would be well received by those looking for unique, […]
Our wine industry here in Nova Scotia is growing in leaps and bounds. It is really helpful for wine lovers to be able to see what’s happening in vineyards throughout the year- it helps us appreciate the work that goes into making great wine. What is happening in local vineyards this time of year? Throughout […]
Natural, organic and biodynamic wines are on the rise! There’s a growing movement of producers and wine lovers around the world who are advocating for a return to a focus on farming and the vineyard, away from much of the processing and manipulation of “modern” winemaking. So, what does it mean for a wine to be […]
