Like so many, we have been closely monitoring the recent COVID-19 developments in our own backyard. We are hoping for the best, even as we maintain rigorous protocols designed to keep our staff, customers, and community safe. A friendly reminder that you can shop your way: ✅ Order online for delivery anywhere in […]
Bishop’s Cellar has been fortunate to have access to some top quality Chablis over the years. One of our current producers we are happy to have on our shelves is Domaine Roland Lavantureux. These wines showcase the special quality of the terroir Chablisienne. The Lavantureux wine story began in the 1960s with Marine and Germain […]
Long before hard sodas, wines in a can, spiked seltzers, and super hoppy beer- there was cider. One of the oldest drinks in the world and once the most popular beverage on the eastern seaboard. Historically, it was much safer to drink than water. Hard apple cider quickly made a name for itself with French […]
It’s time to celebrate the abundance of the harvest in Nova Scotia! Saturday morning farmer’s market shopping is the absolute best this time of year. Vendor’s tables are simply overflowing with a rainbow of fresh fruits and vegetables and I always want one of everything. The harvest bounty is reflected on the Thanksgiving table, too, […]
If you’ve found extra “stuff” in your wine, it’s likely for one of three reasons: Your glass wasn’t clean. Just like Alanis, sometimes you’ll find a black fly in your Chardonnay or, worse, something completely unidentifiable. Dirt? Dust? Something weird from the dishwasher? I’ve seen it all! The solution? Keep your glasses stored in a […]
A: Beaujolais is region of France that’s tucked between Burgundy to the north and Rhône to the south. The area is covered with rolling hills and broad plains, where roughly 2500 winegrowers craft fun, food-friendly wines that are enjoyed throughout France and the rest of the world. While the Beaujolais region produces all types of […]
When we think of Italian wines, it’s usually the bold and structured reds that come to mind; Chianti Classico, Brunello, Barolo. This makes sense, as Italy makes some of the world’s best red wines. A population can’t survive on red wine alone, especially when the summer heat starts to hit! The Piemontese certainly don’t drink Barolo […]
Sunny days and long, warm nights. From beaches and bonfires to sunny patios and cottage BBQ dinners, summer in Nova Scotia may be on the short side but is it ever sweet! Here’s what I’m drinking this summer: Patio Perfect: Crisp White Wines & Dry Rosé If you haven’t already, it’s time to join the […]
