
Darren Oleksyn
Wine Columnist at Calgary Herald
Senior Producer at Postmedia Network Inc.
Calgary Herald wine columnist and blogger. WSET Level 3 Advanced holder. When I'm not tasting wines, I'm probably watching sports, or doing both.
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1 month ago |
nipawinjournal.com | Darren Oleksyn
The world comes to life in May, at least in our chilly northern climate. Recommended Videos As the trees bud out, the grass turns green and the songbirds sing, the energetic approach of summer makes me crave lighter and brighter wines. They pair well with spring dishes or make great aperitifs for informal backyard gatherings. Here is a selection of wines that suit the season and would also pair well with Mother's Day next weekend. Cheers.
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1 month ago |
calgaryherald.com | Darren Oleksyn
Advertisement 1Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article contentThe world comes to life in May, at least in our chilly northern climate. Sign In or Create an AccountArticle contentArticle contentAs the trees bud out, the grass turns green and the songbirds sing, the energetic approach of summer makes me crave lighter and brighter wines.
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2 months ago |
calgaryherald.com | Darren Oleksyn
Advertisement 1Here are three wines from long-time producers you can count onReviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article contentWith so much turmoil in the world, many of us are looking for things we can rely on. Sign In or Create an AccountArticle contentArticle contentKeeping tabs on tariffs, counter-tariffs and annexation jokes/threats can wear a person out.
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2 months ago |
stonyplainreporter.com | Darren Oleksyn
Advertisement 1Here are three wines from long-time producers you can count on • • Article contentWith so much turmoil in the world, many of us are looking for things we can rely on. Advertisement 2Article contentArticle contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.
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Mar 1, 2025 |
calgaryherald.com | Darren Oleksyn
Advertisement 1Top wineries are focusing on freshness and a sense of placeReviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. Article contentWhen the snow piles up here in March, I like to think warm thoughts of wine harvests underway in the Southern Hemisphere. Article contentArticle contentArticle contentThis year, in Australia, harvest started around Jan.
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