Over the summer, I started a batch of wine for our first “YMC Wine Club!” Two months later, the batch was ready for bottling and we would finally taste the fruits of our labour. Four wine bottling parties were planned where I’d get to meet my fellow wine making mummies - two groups in Toronto and two in Vancouver.
Nearly every lady I talked to during our bottling parties said she would absolutely make wine again. It’s inexpensive, the wine is phenomenal and it has less sulfates than the majority of processed wines. Several ladies plan to serve their wine this Christmas or give some away as gifts. I plan to set aside a few bottles to give to my children’s teachers. As a former teacher, I speak from experience - wine is always much appreciated.
Making wine is such a fun way to spend time with friends and I’m thrilled to have been a part of this Yummy Wine Making Club. You can read about how to start your own Wine Making Club here.
Here is my YMC Wine Club experience documented in pictures. Cheers!
Toronto
The first of four wine making parties was held at Macedo Wine in Toronto – gorgeous facility, knowledgeable staff, tasty snacks and a group of happy, enthusiastic ladies. This night couldn’t be anything but fun.
Greeted With Style
Our Wine Anxiously Waiting To Get Corked
First Group Of Bottlers in Toronto
Lindsay and Stephanie Happily Bottling
Quality Control
Corking Team
Check Out These Fun Labels!
Assembly Line Labelers
Somebody's Name Tag Seems A Bit Wonky...
Wine Boxed And Ready To Go To A Loving Home
We had a wonderful time making wine in Toronto. Thank you Macedo Wine for a great experience.
Vancouver
On to Vancouver! We made our western wine at Broadway Brewing
These Guys Truly Know Their Stuff!
Wine Makers Hard At Work
Laughing....Earnestly.
My BFF and I have been joined at the hip since we were eight years old. I was thrilled to be able to spend some time with her in Vancouver. Plus, in her current state, she makes an excellent wine coaster.
Making Wine Makes Mummies Happy
YMC pals EarnestGirl and @YMC_Buzz
This Wine Club was a blast. Grab some friends, book some time and start your own club.
To learn more about making your own wine, visit winemadesimple.ca. To find a wine making location near you, check out this handy link.
This blog is proudly sponsored by the
Canadian Craft Wine Makers Association
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