For centuries, people crafted their own wines using local fruits, berries, and plants. Today, seasoned and amateur home winemakers have taken up making their own craft wines using grapes grown in regions from all over the world.  Impressive wines – with remarkable flavour, body and character – are crafted in an increasing number of homes each ye.. Read More

Have you ever had a memory so profound that a mere aroma takes you back to that specific time and place? They say that the human sense of smell is the strongest memory trigger of all of our senses so I’m not surprised we have them as often as we do. [caption id="attachment_542" align="alignleft" width="323"] Restaurant on quay of port of Barcelo.. Read More

Since the introduction of Cellar Classic’s Winery Series, winemakers across the country have been singing its praises as one the best wine kits available on the market today. “We’ve been pleased with the response to The Winery Series from our customers,” says Iain and Shannon, owners of Blanshard Street Winery in Victoria, BC, who have been i.. Read More

It’s a newsletter. It’s a blog. But most importantly, Craft & Cork is a place where RJS and its retail partners can share their passion and knowledge about craft winemaking with the world (starting with people in our own backyard). We craft winemakers are a passionate group of people - from the sourcing team at Constellation Brands who sourc.. Read More

Making a living doing something you’re passionate about is an aspiration many Canadians share, and an exciting reality for four Ontario women entrepreneurs who own craft wine making businesses in their communities. Twenty years ago, Michele Hirst was en route to starting a transportation logistics firm. But after a 24-hour road trip with her husban.. Read More