In This Issue:

Lots of information on the upcoming AWO Festival 2004 in Peterborough, “Bacchus to the Kawarthas”.(I would have to admit that “Bacchus” in the logo looks a lot like someone I know!). Peterborough always puts on a good show, and this should be no exception, judging from the amount of thought and planning that has gone into it. Below, on the final pages of this issue, you will find a list of seminars and a registration form, on which you can also register for accommodation while space remains available; so don’t delay, and take advantage of the discounted “early bird” prices.

We also extend our congratulations to the Ontario-based medal winners in the 2003 WineMaker magazine international amateur wine competition. This competition attracted 1499 entries from 4 countries. People in 8 Canadian provinces entered, and garnered about 10% of the prizes, with Tim Vandergrift of Port Coquitlam, BC, being named “Winemaker of the Year”. Congratulations to all winners. A list of Ontario medal winners appears below; many thanks to WineMaker magazine for permission to reprint this information.

Larry Paterson also contributes an interesting article on the flavour variances in Canadian versus American oak barrels, which makes for very interesting reading. Our President, Glenn Keown, provides his usual useful insights into what is going on, so relax, pour a glass, and read on!

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