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Spring is just around the corner!

Look at me being optimistic. With the world in it’s current state, we all need to hang on to something.  I am sure once the snow is gone, my Snowdrops (flowers for you non-gardeners) are blooming.

Here is the good news! Both of the companies that we here at Main West deal with are Canadian companies. One is in St. Catherines, owned by Andrew Peller, the other, is owned by Arterra Wines with production in Kitchener. 

Of course, the juice is sourced from around the world, but the kits are made here. We are still waiting to see how the current tariff situation will affect us as far as the juice from the U.S.A is concerned. Primarily, it is California. There will be many Canadian products that are made or assembled here that contain raw materials sourced from elsewhere.  At this time, i would hope that you all are considering looking for Canadian made products.

This list is what I lovingly refer to as the “Eh! List” of wines that are sourced from Canada

  • BC Pinot Noir
  • BC Meritage
  • Ontario Sauvignon Blanc
  • Ontario Pinot Grigio

And now the not so good news. The Winexpert Classic Italian Pinot Grigio that has been a mainstay here for many years will be transitioning to a Pinot Gris from California. Due to the tightening of Italian wine regulations and the prices on a steep trajectory. this change is necessary to maintain high product reliability, supply and sustainable pricing. Feel free to call if you have questions. I will do my very best to answer.

Here are the sales for March, make sure you start you spring and summer sippers swoon.

 MARCH 2025 Wine Specials:

 Cru International  – $7 off

Italian Verdicchio (White)

French Rose

 Cru Select – $8 off

Italian Pinot Grigio (White)

Italian Amarone (Red)

 Winexpert  Reserve– $8 off

California Sauvignon Blanc (White)

Australian Traminer Riesling (White)

Australian Gewurtztraminer (White) 

French VCDR (Red)

Chilean Pinot Noir (Red) 

California Merlot (Red)

Australian Shiraz (Red) 

Australian Cabernet Shiraz (Red)

As always, I hope that life is not throwing too many curve balls your way and that we are forever grateful for you patronage. Please take care of yourself and of those around you.

Cheers,

Brenda Spencer

Owner, Main West U Brew Wines