Celebrating the 2012 Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival
The 2012 Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival took place February 27 to March 4 and presented its regional theme of Chile and a global focus on Cabernet grapes. I attended some of the different events during the festival starting off with the official media launch at Joey Bentall One Wine Room where Executive Director Harry Hertscheg was on hand to kick-start this 34th annual festival.
Bacchanalia Gala reception
I attended the Bacchanalia Gala reception on February 28th and sipped and mingled amongst wine connoisseurs during the reception over J Vineyards J Brut Russian River Rose NV at The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver.
Trade Days Lunch
Ocean Wise Ceviche Trio
On March 1st, I attended the annual Trade Days Lunch held at the Vancouver Convention Centre, I was seated with Sake makers from Vancouver as well as a winemaker from Argentina. Executive Chef Blair Rasmussen of the Vancouver Convention Centre prepared a Chilean inspired meal for all to enjoy.
9th annual Awards Lunch
9th annual Awards Lunch
The next day on March 2nd, I attended the 9th annual Awards Lunch featuring the wines of Chile. The menu was developed by . Executive Chef Blair Rasmussen and his time along with Chef Pilar Rodriguez (Wines of Chile).
I then took in some time tasting and learning about the different wines in the International Tasting Room of the Trade Tasting.
Chef Pilar Rodriguez (Wines of Chile).
Rack of Lamb
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