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Niagara Falls Wine and Food

Posted by pellericewine on 2008-11-20 07:44:45 (5043 views)

[Events]
[Niagara Peninsula]
Niagara's world-prominent falls are a focus of attraction for millions of tourists and many honeymooners, but what is less-renowned and exposed are the culinary inheritance and viticultural rewards of this fertile region. An excellent way for an epicure to spend a weekend is to tour this striking wine country, enjoying the remarkable sight of the falls, exceptional food, and an impressive collection of wines.

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Niagara Falls with Wine and food

Posted by pellericewine on 2008-11-20 07:41:35 (2368 views)

[Wine Deals]
[Niagara Peninsula]
Niagara’s world prominent falls is a focus of attraction for millions of tourists and many honeymooners, but what is less-renowned and exposed is the culinary inheritance and viticulture reward of this fertile region. The most excellent way to spend a weekend for an epicure is to be in the striking wine country, the remarkable sight of the falls, exceptional food and an impressive collection of wines.

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Freezing Temperatures Mean Ice Wine Harvest

Posted by perle0 on 2006-11-28 12:47:20 (4247 views)

[News]
[Okanagan Valley]
Looking at temperatures of -17 C (1 F), wineries in the Okanagan Valley in Canada broke out the gloves, extra socks, and thermoses of hot coffee. The conditions are perfect for ice wine, a sweet dessert wine made from frozen grapes. Unfortunately, the conditions were not perfect for harvesting, with wind chills bringing temperatures down to -27 C (-17 F), meaning that the pickers would have a chilly night in the vineyard, risking frostbite to exposed skin. However, such hardships are the norm in the high-risk, high-reward game of ice wine.

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Dan Aykroyd Becomes Latest Celebrity Winemaker

Posted by perle0 on 2006-10-02 17:50:25 (5128 views)

[News]
[Canada]
Canadian acting legend Dan Aykroyd and Diamond Estates Wines & Spirits will launch a new line of Dan Aykroyd-labeled wines in 2007, announced Murray Marshall, President & CEO of Diamond Estates Wines & Spirits Ltd.

Less than one year after announcing his $1 million investment into the four wineries owned by Diamond Estates – Lakeview Cellars, EastDell Estates, Birchwood Estates and Thomas & Vaughan – Aykroyd will further solidify his position in the Canadian wine business by launching two ranges of Canadian wines, the Dan Aykroyd Signature Reserve Series of super-premium offerings and the Dan Aykroyd Discovery Series of mid-priced wines.

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Wine Makes Your Gums Healthy (Drink Up!)

Posted by perle0 on 2006-03-10 12:24:49 (4369 views)

[News]
[Canada]
Scientists have found yet another health benefit from red wine. It helps to prevent, and reduce the damage caused by, periodontal disease.

Periodontal disease (known more colloquially as gum disease) is an infectious disease affecting the gums and bones surrounding teeth. It's very common, and can lead to tooth loss. On a more scary note, periodontal disease is also associated with heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and premature births. About 15% of adults between 21 and 50 years of age and 65% of adults over 50 are affected by this disease.

Now they've found that the polyphenols in red wine--the same things that provide the heart benefits and anti-oxident properties of red wine--also have benefits for preventing and treating periodontal disease.

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