Tag Archives: Calgary

Pisano from Uruguay to Calgary

WineCollective has been a fan of Pisano since last February, when we featured their Tannat and Merlot blend, Cisplatino. We were first drawn to the producer purely because we have never featured an Uruguain wine, and we love finding something … Continue reading

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Scotiabank AIDS Walk for Life

The Scotiabank AIDS Walk has been raising awareness and funds in support of the fight against HIV/AIDS in the Calgary area since 1994. Over the past 17 years, over $1 350 000 has been raised  for AIDS Calgary Awareness Association (ACAA). ACAA was created to … Continue reading

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Bartier Bros. Tasting @ Avec

WineCollective was invited to Avec Bistro for an afternoon of wine and hors d’oeuvres hosted by Plaid Cap Imports.  We sampled the Bartier Bros. line-up alongside delicious canapés of gravlax and a selection of cheese. Bartier Bros vines are located in the Okanagan Valley … Continue reading

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Savvy Summer Sister

Finally, here in Calgary we have entered into summer and it’s a hot one! Calgary is not alone, across Canada people have been feeling the heat. WineCollective has a cure for the heat and you can look for it in … Continue reading

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Beer and Burger Night for Cystic Fibrosis

On May 12th 160 people including WineCollective’s David, attended a great event held at Local 002 in Calgary, ‘Beer and Burger Night for Cystic Fibrosis’.  The event raised awareness and funds for research and treatment of Cystic Fibrosis.  Blair and Sandra Smith hosted … Continue reading

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BYOW: Poplar Grove Chardonnay at Farm

There are a number of local eateries that allow you to bring your own bottle, and on certain nights you can bring your favourite wine for free! Free-corkage nights are beneficial for the restaurant as well as the diner, it … Continue reading

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CIBC Run for the Cure 2011

Tannic was pleased to be a part of CIBC’s Run for the Cure in which all proceeds go to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.  For the Silent Auction fundraiser on September 13, 2011 at Belgo Brasserie, Tannic donated a year … Continue reading

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