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Becoming a winemaker rarely starts with a business plan or a neatly organized Excel spreadsheet. More often, it begins with a slowly growing idea, a glass of wine in hand, a landscape that feels a little too dreamlike… and a slightly unreasonable thought: “What if I made my own wine?”

Merlot is one of the most beloved red grape varieties in the world of wine. Supple, smooth, and fruit-forward, it charms from the very first sip. As the second most widely planted grape variety globally, it is the foundation of prestigious wines, from Bordeaux appellations to the legendary Château Petrus.  Although Merlot originated in Bordeaux, it has spread to many wine-producing countries. In Québec, however, it remains a true rarity.

Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot may be among the most famous red grape varieties in the world—but few people know that they share a common ancestor: Cabernet Franc!   Often overshadowed by its celebrated descendants, this noble grape deserves to be rediscovered. Elegant, aromatic, and full of character, Cabernet Franc has a fascinating story to tell—and a truly distinctive taste to offer. At Hemmingford Winery, located in the southernmost part of Quebec, this grape has found

Making wine — anyone can give it a try. But making good wine — the kind that keeps you coming back for more — is an entirely different story.   The final taste of a wine results from many factors: the grape variety, of course, but also the terroir, the yeasts used, the winemaking practices in the cellar, the fermentation methods and duration, the type of vessel chosen for aging, and much more. Each of these elements profoundly shapes the wine’s aromas, flavors, and texture.

Sugar, calories, and wine: demystify what’s in your glass. Learn where residual sugar comes from, its calorie impact, and why alcohol is the main contributor.

These days, we hear more and more about “eco-responsible” wines: organic, natural, biodynamic… But what really lies behind these labels? Are they just marketing buzzwords, or do they bring real benefits for the environment—and for you, the consumer? Spoiler alert: there’s truth in it, but also plenty of nuance. Let's break it down.

In Quebec, listing ingredients on wine labels isn’t mandatory. Winemakers only need to indicate the alcohol percentage and signal the presence of allergens, such as sulfites or residues from fining agents (milk, eggs, fish). The rest? Radio silence. At Hemmingford Winery, we like to keep things clear — in the glass and in how we talk about it. No secrets, no fluff, just the truth. In this article, we break down our philosophy, our agricultural and winemaking choices, and mo

On August 1st, NUVO Magazine published an article by Rod Phillips, a Canadian author, historian, and renowned wine expert, highlighting the impressive rise of Quebec wines on the international scene.

The Vitis vinifera grapevine is known for producing some of the world’s most appreciated and flavorful wines. Yet, it accounts for only about 20% of the vines cultivated in Quebec. In this article, discover the characteristics of this species and the reasons why Quebec winegrowers generally favor hybrid grape varieties.