What is agri-tourism and why did people begin to embrace the farming experience? Why don't Ontarians drink as much of our own wine as other provinces or countries? How did one woman lead the charge for biodynamic and organic wines in Canada?
In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with author Jennifer Wilhelm.
You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks
Giveaway
Three of you will win a copy of Jennifer Wilhelm's terrific new book Sharing a Glass: Inspirational Memoirs & Memories of the Women Who Shaped Ontario's Grape & Wine Industry. Three of you in Canada will win a bottle of the full-bodied, buttery-rich Chloe Chardonnay. The latter restriction relates to the cross-border shipping of alcohol and all the fun that entails.
To qualify, all you have to do is email me at natalie@nataliemaclean.com and let me know that you've posted a review of the podcast. I'll choose one person randomly from those who contact me. Good luck!
Highlights
What was it like for Debbie Zimmerman campaigning door-to-door in the 70s?
What did Debbie Zimmerman learn from Canadian politician and activist Nellie McClung?
How did Debbie Zimmerman’s political and journalism careers help her negotiate between Ontario grape growers and wineries?
How has Ann Sperling led the charge for biodynamic and organic wines in Canada?
Why don't Ontarians drink as much of their own wine as other provinces?
What were Barbara Leslie’s contributions to the Ontario wine industry?
What is agritourism and how did Nicolette Novak get people from the city to embrace it?
How did Madame Andrée Bosc highlight the value of giving people context for the wines they are drinking?
What were some of the challenges and lessons that Jennifer experienced writing her book during the pandemic?
What does Jennifer love about the stories behind the Maenad Wine Company and Liebling Wines?
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About Jennifer Wilhelm
Jennifer Wilhelm has dedicated her career to Ontario’s hospitality industry. She is a certified Sommelier, and holds credentials from WSET, Prud’homme, Hospitality Management, and Human Resources with a focus on training and development. She taught at Niagara College for 17 years and was named 2010 Ontario Wine Educator through the VQA Promoters Awards. She received a Lieutenant Governor’s Community Volunteer Award for her contributions to the Ontario wine industry.
To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/290.
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