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Christopher Waters
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Wine and spirits writer, The Globe and Mail.
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No Safe level? Little scientific support.

JOURNAL OF WINE ECONOMICS, 2025, 20(3), forthcoming
“How Much Is Too Much? A Methodological Investigation of the Literature on Alcohol Consumption and Health”
by Stefano Castriota, Paolo Frumento, and Francesco Suppressa
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Christopher Waters @waters-wine.bsky.social · 21h
The thirst-quenching wines that helped beat the summer’s heat don’t satiate the same way in October. The changing season calls for multidimensional wines with richer, rounder texture that contributes depth, complexity and personality to our glass.
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Nine satisfying wines for cheerful fall entertaining
Texture becomes integral to wine appreciation as the days and nights become cooler
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Christopher Waters @waters-wine.bsky.social · 12d
“We develop our entire portfolio of wine around what the site gives us. If that wine reminds you of someplace else, we’re not doing our job,” says Cave Spring winemaker Gabriel Demarco.

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For this Niagara winemaker, the local terroir can stand on its own
Gabriel Demarco of Cave Springs isn’t interested in making copycat wines
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The Globe and Mail @theglobeandmail.com · 20d
Style Magazine Autumn 2025: Download the full issue
Pile on cozy knits, explore Greenland aboard a luxury icebreaker and find fashion inspiration in Canada’s creative set
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Christopher Waters @waters-wine.bsky.social · Jul 30
“I think Canadian consumers are getting more educated and want to try a more diverse selection of wines from across the country,” says Mark Sheridan, president of pioneering Okanagan winery, Hester Creek. www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-an...
A long-standing Okanagan winemaker makes its Ontario debut, and three other Canadian wines to try
Hester Creek Estate Winery is looking to increase production to meet demand as it also eyes sales outside of B.C.
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Christopher Waters @waters-wine.bsky.social · Jul 23
Twenty-four locally grown grape varieties, including 16 new hybrids, have joined the list of approved wine grapes by the Ontario Wine Appellation Authority. www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-an...
Ontario approves new grape varieties, broadening choices for wine lovers
The 24 grape varieties were recognized for their resistence to extreme cold and their lower dependence on chemical treatments
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Christopher Waters @waters-wine.bsky.social · Jul 23
A finely tuned palate and gentle hand in the cellar has made Kelly Mason a rising star in Canadian wine. www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-an...
A Beamsville vineyard finds new ways to host wine lovers
Without a tasting room or wine boutique, Mason Vineyards needs to get creative to make its wines accessible
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Christopher Waters @waters-wine.bsky.social · Jul 13
Since launching his eponymous wine company in 1992, Gérard Bertrand has systematically built one of France’s most successful wine ventures. www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-an...
Gérard Bertrand is working to make the South of France one of the world’s best wine regions
His wineries produce red, white, sparkling, rosé and orange wines from a network of grape growers across Languedoc-Roussillon
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The Globe and Mail @theglobeandmail.com · Jul 8
Nine provinces, Yukon aim to launch direct-to-consumer alcohol sales by May
Progress on knocking down internal trade barriers proves slower than expected as provinces try to counteract U.S. tariffs
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Christopher Waters @waters-wine.bsky.social · Jul 5
Best-selling brand, Mouton Cadet, is promoting the Fair for Life certification, earned for their commitment to human rights, sustainable agriculture and community development to update "the dusty image of Bordeaux"
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Despite challenges today in Bordeaux, this best-selling brand is plotting future success
Winemakers are looking to add unique value to their labels to combat decline in red wine demand and consumption
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Christopher Waters @waters-wine.bsky.social · Jul 5
Faced with declining consumption around the world, the alcohol industry feared that consumption was fragmenting along generational lines, but a new report shows Gen Z hasn't abandoned wine, beer and spirits.
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Gen Z’s alcohol consumption is growing in Canada, report shows
Gen Z’s drinking habits are in line with the behaviour of preceding generations in their 20s, the report shows
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Christopher Waters @waters-wine.bsky.social · Jul 2
Faced with declining consumption, the alcohol trade feared consumption was fragmenting along generational lines. Received wisdom suggested price, increasing competition (hello, cannabis) & health concern were leading younger consumers to abandon alcohol. www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-an...
Gen Z’s alcohol consumption is growing in Canada, report shows
Gen Z’s drinking habits are in line with the behaviour of preceding generations in their 20s, the report shows
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Christopher Waters @waters-wine.bsky.social · Jun 28
Donald Ziraldo, who helped kick-start the modern wine industry in Canada by launching Inniskillin Wines with co-founder Karl Kaiser in 1975, is pushing for national wine standards to bolster interprovincial trade and promote the authenticity of homegrown wine. www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-an...
A founding father of Canadian wine still has work to do
After rejuvenating Canada’s wine industry 50 years ago, Donald Ziraldo is pushing for a national standard to help promote homegrown vintages
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Christopher Waters @waters-wine.bsky.social · Jun 27
While crisp and refreshing pink wines are increasingly championed as delicious and versatile year-round options, their popularity soars during warm weather months.

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Three refreshing rosés to kickstart summer
After a cooler spring, with the hotter weather comes more appetite for pink wines
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