Ontario Wine is Busting Out All Over, Trends from Cuvee 2025
By David Lawrason with notes from Michael Godel, Sara d’Amato and Megha Jandhyala

Our cool spring may have delayed the flowering and fruit set in Ontario’s vineyards longer than wished, but Ontario wine is in full bloom here in late May in terms of events and promotions.

On May 24, Niagara went gala at Brock University’s annual Grand Cuvee ...more

Four delicious courses, seven exceptional wines.

Join us for a delightful evening at La Palma for the Oreno Dinner. Join winery owner Alberto Moretti and WineAlign’s Michael Godel in a four course tasting menu paired with seven outstanding wines from Tenuta Sette Ponti. Indulge in a culinary experience as you savor exquisite wines paired perfectly with a specially crafted menu. This event promises ...more

We asked our writers, “If you could buy only one wine from the May 10th release, which one would it be and why?”

Stratus Cabernet Franc 2021, Ontario, Canada
$45.20, Stratus Vineyards
Sara d’Amato – Forget tariffs and patriotic duty – this Canadian gem stands tall on its own merits. Among this week’s international Vintages release, it pours as my top-scorer. Broad on the palate, this cabernet franc ...more