Mazel Tov, it’s a winemaking miracle. This year, you don’t have to drink Manischewitz at your Seder. Locavores can sip and savour a Kosher for Passover Niagara Peninsula VQA wine, courtesy of Tzafona Cellars, based out of their parent winery, Diamond Estates Wines & Spirits in Niagara-on-the-Lake. Last year, we dropped the Kosher for Passover… Read More
I was pretty excited this year to have some actual Kosher for Passover wines made in Ontario to write about. I considered it big news for those who wish to keep a local palate and observe a springtime religious tradition. But along with 2 success stories, I must bring a failure to the table. Tzafona… Read More
It’s a good year for VQA Kosher for Passover wines. Last year, we couldn’t find any options that were local. This year, we have two vineyards making Ontario Kosher for Passover wines, and Tzafona Cellars actually has TWO products available at the LCBO. TWO. This 12% ABV Riesling prices out at a relatively modest $19.95 at… Read More
What a difference a year makes in the wine industry! Last year I was extremely frustrated trying to find a local Kosher for Passover wine option. I found an option made in New York State, and when that had disappointing results, I opted for an option out of Argentina. But I persevered. I could not… Read More
I feel the need to clarify a misconception about Kosher wines, especially since I perpetuated the stereotype that they are pretty bad. They don’t all suck. There are some great Kosher wines out of Australia, New Zealand, Italy, France, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, and Israel. I just haven’t found a good one made in North America… Read More