Allan Jackson, half of Jackson-Triggs, announced he is retiring. Vincor, the company Jackson built with Triggs, was acquired by Constellation in 2006, so it was probably only a matter of time...

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The US economy may have Obama on the run, but the U.S. wine industry is doing very well - exports in 2008 surpassed the $1 billion mark for the first time. And, in terms of export markets, like Avis, we're number two.

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Like an educational vacation? In May and October the Ecole du Vin de Bordeaux offers an intense two to seven day study and tasting program in actual Bordeaux. Drink, learn, and find yourself in France instead of at a night school here...

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The 31st Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival runs March 23-29. It's a trade schmooze-fest, but the public's welcome: great excuse to visit Van.

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It's the one out by the airport.  It's not quite as glamorous as the big November event at the downtown convention centre, but the Toronto Star Wine & Cheese show at the International Centre on Airport Road has lots going on.

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With a beneficiary like the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO), it would be a crime not to spend more than you should on fine wine... Stephen Ranger of Ritchies hosts a special auction on April 1.

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We want to believe Bank of Canada's Mark Carney when he says this recession will be short, but some of us are concerned. We want to save money but we still need wine. David Lawrason and Anne Martin to the rescue.

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The Ladies First Hockey Federation is raising money for the National Women's Hockey Team for Vancouver 2010. And they're setting up stands at the National Club and serving some very fine wines to do so.

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