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WINE REGIONS OF THE WORLD

Spain & Portugal

Ready to learn about the good wine of Spain & Portugal? Let's journey together to the Iberian Peninsula and discover the history, key regions, key grape varieties, climate, geography, wine making and food pairings.

Portugal Por Favor

CA$50.00

Fall 2021

 

Portugal – Is this the hidden gem of the wine world? Is it true that 250 indigenous varieties are grown here? What are the up and coming wine styles to look for? Get the answers to these questions and more. Join Mark Shipway for Portugal Por Favor. Reserve your seat, buy a bottle, grab a glass, order some take out and get ready to explore the world of wine from the comfort of home thanks to the power of Zoom.

 

Session

Thursday 7:30 pm (PST) on Zoom for “Portugal Por Favor!” with Good Wine Gal, Barb Wild and Vancouver's top wine educator, Mark Shipway. Each session lasts approximately 1.5 hours.

 

Outline

Mark leads us through a comprehensive educational presentation about the trending wine regions in Portugal. Discover the ‘what and why’ of style, quality, taste and above all, price. The presentation is followed by an interactive tasting component where we discuss the wine in our glass.

 

Bring a Bottle

You'll find a recommended list of bottles from the BC Liquor Store & Marquis Wine Cellars website posted on our blog.

 

Reserve Your Spot

Credit Card: Reserve below by clicking the “add to cart” button.

E-Transfer: If you prefer to e-transfer please send it [email protected] for all sessions you wish to attend.


You will receive a zoom link a couple of hours before the start of the session.

 

Reserve

Incredible Italy​

Ready to learn about the good wine of Italy? Let's journey together to Italy and discover the history, key regions, key grape varieties, climate, geography, wine making and food pairings.

Reds of Southern Italy!

CA$50.00

Fall 2021



Southern Italy – is this the forgotten wine region of Italy? What are the red grapes of the south? What are the secrets to finding good wine here? Get the answers to these questions and more with Mark Shipway during our online wine session – Southern Italian Reds. Reserve your seat, bring up a bottle, grab a glass, order some take out and get ready to explore the world of wine from the comfort of home thanks to the power of Zoom.



Session

Thursday 7:30 pm (PST) on Zoom for “Southern Italian Reds!” Join Vancouver's top wine educator, Mark Shipway and me, to learn about and enjoy red wines of Southern Italy. Each session lasts approximately 1.5 hours.

 

Outline

Mark leads us through a comprehensive educational presentation about Puglia, Basilicata, Calabria, Sicily and Campania. Discover the ‘what and why’ of style, quality, taste and above all, price. The presentation is followed by an interactive tasting component where we discuss the wine in our glass.



Bring a Bottle

You'll find a recommended list of bottles from the BC Liquor Store & Marquis Wine Cellars website on our blog.

 

Reserve Your Spot

Credit Card: Reserve below by clicking the “add to cart” button.

E-Transfer: If you prefer to e-transfer please send it [email protected] for all sessions you wish to attend.



You will receive a zoom link a couple of hours before the start of the session. 

Reserve

Under the Tuscan Sun - Central Italy

CA$50.00

Fall 2021

 

Tuscany – is there an Italian region more famous? What do the names mean? What are the secrets to finding good wine here? Get the answers to these questions and more with Mark Shipway during our online wine session – Under the Tuscan Sun. Reserve your seat, bring up a bottle, grab a glass, order some takeout and get ready to explore the world of wine from the comfort of home thanks to the power of Zoom.

 

Session

Thursday 7:30 pm (PST) on Zoom for “Under the Tuscan Sun!” Vancouver's top wine educator, Mark Shipway and me, to learn about and enjoy red wines of Central Italy. Each session lasts approximately 1.5 hours.

 

Outline

Mark leads us through a comprehensive educational presentation about Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, and beyond. Discover central Italy and discover the ‘what and why’ of style, quality, taste and above all, price. The presentation is followed by an interactive tasting component where we discuss the wine in our glass.

 

Bring a Bottle

You'll find a recommended list of bottles from the BC Liquor Store & Marquis Wine Cellars website on our blog.

 

Reserve Your Spot

Credit Card: Reserve below by clicking the “add to cart” button.

E-Transfer: If you prefer to e-transfer please send it [email protected] for all sessions you wish to attend.


You will receive a zoom link a couple of hours before the start of the session. 

Reserve

Not Only Amarone - Northeast Italy

CA$50.00

Fall 2021

 

The Veneto - is one of Italy's most prolific producers of wine? How do they make Amarone? How do we find value and quality in the Veneto? Get the answers to these questions and more with Mark Shipway during our online wine session – Not Only Amarone. Reserve your seat, bring up a bottle, grab a glass, order some takeout and get ready to explore the world of wine from the comfort of home thanks to the power of Zoom.

 

Session

Thursday 7:30 pm (PST) on Zoom for “Not Only Amarone!” Join Vancouver's top wine educator, Mark Shipway and me, to learn about and enjoy red wines of Northeast Italy. Each session lasts approximately 1.5 hours.

 

Outline

In this online zoom session, Mark leads us through a comprehensive educational presentation about Valpolicella, Ripasso, Amarone and beyond. Discover northeastern Italy and hear the ‘what and why’ of style, quality, taste and above all, price. The presentation is followed by an interactive tasting component where we discuss the wine in our glass.

 

Bring a Bottle

You'll find a recommended list of bottles from the BC Liquor Store & Marquis Wine Cellars website on our blog.

 

Reserve Your Spot

Credit Card: Reserve below by clicking the “add to cart” button.

E-Transfer: If you prefer to e-transfer please send it [email protected] for all sessions you wish to attend.


You will receive a zoom link a couple of hours before the start of the session. 

Reserve

Barolo & Beyond - Northwest Italy

CA$50.00

Fall 2021

 

Northwest Italy - Is this Italy’s most famous region for top quality red wine? Heard about Barolo and Barbaresco? Have you tasted Barbera or Dolcetto? Get the answers to these questions and more with Mark Shipway during our online wine session – Barolo & Beyond. Reserve your seat, bring up a bottle, grab a glass, order some takeout and get ready to explore the world of wine from the comfort of home thanks to the power of Zoom.

 

Session

Thursday 7:30 pm (PST) on Zoom for “Barolo & Beyond!” Join Vancouver's top wine educator, Mark Shipway and me, to learn about and enjoy red wines of Northwest Italy. Each session lasts approximately 1.5 hours.


Outline

Mark leads us through a comprehensive educational presentation about the Northwestern region of Italy. Discover northwestern Italy and hear the ‘what and why’ of style, quality, taste and above all, price. The presentation is followed by an interactive tasting component where we discuss the wine in our glass.

 

Bring a Bottle

You'll find a recommended list of bottles from the BC Liquor Store & Marquis Wine Cellars website on our blog.

 

Reserve Your Spot

Credit Card: Reserve below by clicking the “add to cart” button.

E-Transfer: If you prefer to e-transfer please send it [email protected] for all sessions you wish to attend.


You will receive a zoom link a couple of hours before the start of the session. 

Reserve

Fantastic France​

Ready to learn about the good wine of France? Let's journey together to France and discover the history, key regions, key grape varieties, climate, geography, wine making and food pairings.

Boring? Not Boring Beaujolais

CA$50.00

Fall 2021


Beaujolais – What’s the deal with Nouveau? There is only one grape but can you name it? What are the 10 crus of Beaujolais? Get the answers to these questions and more with Mark Shipway during our online wine session – Boring? Not Boring Beaujolais.

Reserve your seat, buy a bottle, grab a glass, order some cheese and get ready to explore the world of wine from the comfort of home thanks to the power of Zoom.


Session

Thursday 7:30 pm (PDT) on Zoom with Good Wine Gal, Barb Wild and Vancouver's top wine educator, Mark Shipway. Each session lasts approximately 1.5 hours. A recommended list of wine and cheeses is provided on the Good Wine Gal blog.


Outline

Mark leads us through a comprehensive educational presentation followed by an interactive tasting component where we discuss the wine in our glass.


Bring a Bottle & Order Take Out!

You'll find a recommended list of wine choices from the BC Liquor Store & Marquis Wine Cellars on the Good Wine Gal blog. Makes for a fun date night.


Book your spot. You will receive a zoom link a couple of hours before the start of the session.

Reserve

Amen Bro! It's Red Burgundy

CA$50.00

Fall 2021

 

"Amen Bro! It’s Red Burgundy” pays tribute to the regions history where many of the vineyards were planted and the wines were kept by Cistercians monks, and convent sisters. Get the answers to all your Burgundy questions and more with Mark Shipway during our online wine session.


Reserve your seat, buy a bottle, bring a glass, order some cheese and get ready to explore the world of wine from the comfort of home thanks to the power of Zoom.

 

Session

Thursday 7:30 pm (PDT) on Zoom its “Amen Bro! It’s Red Burgundy.” Join Good Wine Gal, Barb Wild and Vancouver's top wine educator, Mark Shipway. Each session lasts approximately 1.5 hours. A recommended list of wine and cheeses is on the Good Wine Gal blog.

 

Outline

Mark leads us through a comprehensive educational presentation followed by an interactive tasting component where we discuss the wine in our glass.

 

Bring a Bottle

You'll find a recommended list of bottles from the BC Liquor Store & Marquis Wine Cellars website on the Good Wine Gal blog.

 


Book your spot. You will receive a zoom link a couple of hours before the start of the session. 

Reserve

Rising Reds of Southern France

CA$50.00

Fall 2021

 

Southern France has historically represented 25% of France’s wine fortunes. This region has long been considered home to basic and somewhat average wine. What has changed? Where are the rising reds of Southern France coming from? Get the answers to these questions and more with Mark Shipway during our online wine session – Rising Reds of Southern France.


Reserve your seat, bring up a bottle, grab a glass, order some cheese and get ready to explore the world of wine from the comfort of home thanks to the power of Zoom.

 

Session

Thursday 7:30 pm (PST) on Zoom for “Rising Reds of Southern France!” Join Good Wine Gal, Barb Wild and Vancouver's top wine educator, Mark Shipway to learn about and enjoy white wines of Italy. Each session lasts approximately 1.5 hours. A recommended list of wine and cheeses is provided on the Good Wine Gal blog.

 

Outline

Mark leads us through a comprehensive educational presentation followed by an interactive tasting component where we discuss the wine in our glass.

 

Bring a Bottle

You'll find a recommended list of bottles from the BC Liquor Store & Marquis Wine cellars website on the Good Wine Gal blog.

 

Book your spot. You will receive a zoom link a couple of hours before the start of the session.

Reserve

Amazing Whites of Alsace

CA$50.00

Fall 2021


Alsace - is there a more celebrated region for white wines in France? Can you name the noble grape varieties? Can you say Gewürztraminer? Get the answers to these questions and more with Mark Shipway during our online wine session – Amazing Alsace!


Reserve your seat, bring up a bottle, grab a glass, order some cheese and get ready to explore the world of wine from the comfort of home thanks to the power of Zoom.


Session

Thursday 7:30 pm (PST) on Zoom for “Amazing Alsace!” Join Good Wine Gal, Barb Wild and Vancouver's top wine educator, Mark Shipway. Each session lasts approximately 1.5 hours. A recommended list of wine and cheeses is provided on the Good Wine Gal blog.

 

Outline

In this online zoom session, Mark leads us through a comprehensive educational presentation followed by an interactive tasting component where we discuss the wine in our glass.

 

Bring a Bottle

You'll find a recommended list of bottles from the BC Liquor Store & Marquis Wine Cellars website on the Good Wine Gal blog.

 

Book your spot. You will receive a zoom link a couple of hours before the start of the session.

Reserve

Righteous Rhône Valley Reds

CA$50.00

Fall 2021


The Rhône Valley might not be at the top of the most famous list but it is a region of great history, quality and value. Most Rhone reds are based on Syrah in the north and Grenache in the south. The south features blended reds often including Mourvedre or one of the 18 approved grape varieties.


Session

Thursday 7:30 pm (PST) on Zoom for “Righteous Rhône Valley Reds!” Join Good Wine Gal, Barb Wild and Vancouver's top wine educator, Mark Shipway, Each session lasts approximately 1.5 hours. A recommended list of wine and cheeses is provided on the Good Wine Gal blog.

 

Outline

Mark leads us through a comprehensive educational presentation followed by an interactive tasting component where we discuss the wine in our glass.

 

Bring a Bottle

You'll find a recommended list of bottles from the BC Liquor Store & Marquis Wine Cellars website on the Good Wine Gal blog.

 

Book your spot. You will receive a zoom link a couple of hours before the start of the session. 

Reserve

Bordeaux on a Budget

CA$50.00

Fall 2021


France is the land of vine and wine! Whether it’s sabering a bottle of champagne or sipping a classic Bordeaux, once you start to explore wine you can’t get away from France’s influence. Bordeaux – possibly the most famous red wine region in the world - has much to offer. Learn the nuances of the left bank and the right bank. Discover the style you like and where to find good value.


Reserve your seat, bring up a bottle, grab a glass, order some take out and get ready to explore the world of wine from the comfort of home thanks to the power of Zoom.


Session

Thursday May 27th at 7:30 pm (PDT) on Zoom for “Bordeaux on a Budget” Join Good Wine Gal, Barb Wild and Vancouver's top wine educator, Mark Shipway. Each session lasts approximately 1.5 hours. A recommended list of wine and cheeses is provided on the Good Wine Gal blog.

 

Outline

Mark leads us through a comprehensive educational presentation followed by an interactive tasting component where we discuss the wine in our glass.

 

Bring a Bottle

You'll find a recommended list of bottles from the BC Liquor Store & Marquis Wine Cellars website on the Good Wine Gal blog.

 

Book your seat. You will receive a zoom link a couple of hours before the start of the session.

Reserve

Loire Valley Whites

CA$50.00

Fall 2021


Loire Valley Whites - a region that is home to castles, kings and caves. Is the Loire the longest river in France? What are the whites wines that are celebrated in this region? Get the answers to these questions and more with Mark Shipway during our online wine session – Loire Valley Whites.


Reserve your seat, buy a bottle, grab a glass, order some cheese and get ready to explore the world of wine from the comfort of home thanks to the power of Zoom.


Session

Thursday at 7:30 pm (PDT) on Zoom for “Loire Valley Whites” Join Good Wine Gal, Barb Wild and Vancouver's top wine educator, Mark Shipway. Each session lasts approximately 1.5 hours. A recommended list of wine and cheeses is provided on the Good Wine Gal blog.

 

Outline

Mark leads us through a comprehensive educational presentation followed by an interactive tasting component where we discuss the wine in our glass.

 

Bring a Bottle

You'll find a recommended list of bottles from the BC Liquor Store & Marquis Wine Cellars website on the Good Wine Gal blog.

 

You will receive a zoom link a couple of hours before the start of the session.

Reserve
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