Articles by author: Sarah Ackles
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When people hear the name Seagram, they likely think of two things: gin and Samuel Bronfman. But, as illustrated in ... Full story
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Ontario’s top winemaker award goes to a Brock alum named Shiraz
One of Brock’s first graduates of the Oenology and Viticulture program was recognized for his winemaking prowess at this ... Full story -
Brock research links taste buds to alcohol consumption
Ever wondered why you favour one type of wine over another — or why you even like to drink wine in ... Full story -
Vineyard drone study draws international interest
What if you could pinpoint an area in the vineyard that will produce the highest quality grapes — or potentially harbour ... Full story -
New CCOVI program attracts cider producers from across Canada
When Tanya Nijjar wanted to turn her family’s apples into crisp, refreshing cider, she figured learning the trade in ... Full story -
Wine grapes can be early predictor of climate change impacts
A Brock University scientist says wine grapes are a “canary in the coal mine” for climate change’s impact on ... Full story -
Keeping the faith: ‘Evangelists’ are good for the wine industry
With sales of local wines steadily rising, and domestic vintages crowding the lists at more and more fine restaurants, Ontario ... Full story -
More of the world’s grape and wine insiders are coming to CCOVI
Charles Bénard is close to the wine industry, but far from home. His parents manage the Champagne Bénard-Pitois ... Full story -
A frosty inquiry brings winemaker back to Brock
When Niagara vineyards were hit by an early frost during the 2015 harvest, winemakers like Emily Aubie (OEVC ’13) were puzzled by ... Full story -
Top honours showered on grape and wine industry champions
Hundreds of people packed the Scotiabank Convention Centre in Niagara Falls on Friday, March 24 to cheer on a set of ... Full story