What makes a great bottle of wine? Is it the grape, the region, the winemaker... or the story behind it?

This week on Unwined with Mandi, we're discovering why great wine is about so much more than what's in your glass.

First, I sit down with Véronique Hombreaux from Mouton Cadet to explore the winery's Fair for Life certification and what ethical, sustainable winemaking really means—for the people who grow the grapes, the communities they support, and ultimately, the wines we enjoy.

Then we're off to Tuscany to meet Ettore Arturo Rizzi of Fattoria Le Pupille. We'll dive into the history of this celebrated estate, the philosophy behind its wines, and highlight a few bottles you can pick up right here at the SAQ.

And of course, I'll wrap up the show with my Wines of the Week—a fresh lineup of bottles perfect for your next barbecue, dinner party or relaxing evening on the patio.

Summer is officially here, and this week on Unwined with Mandi, we're exploring the wines and destinations that deserve a place on your summer bucket list.

First, we'll head to the south of France, where Aurélie Bertin welcomes us to the beautiful Château Sainte-Roseline. We'll discover why this historic Provençal estate is worth visiting if you're travelling through the region this summer, while tasting three distinctive rosés that showcase the elegance and diversity of Provence which are available at the SAQ!

Then, we'll travel to Tuscany to meet Antonio Michael Zaccheo from Carpineto. He'll share the fascinating history of this family-owned winery, the philosophy behind their wines, and introduce us to an exciting new sparkling wine that's sure to become one of your favourite summer pours.

Plus, I'll share my Wines of the Week, featuring a few refreshing bottles perfect for patios, barbecues, and warm summer evenings.

Join me as we toast to another season of great wine, unforgettable destinations, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass—this week on Unwined with Mandi!

Ontario's wine industry has transformed over the past few decades, and this week on Unwined with Mandi, we're exploring its past, present, and future.

Sponsored by Wines of Ontario, Mandi sits down with renowned winemaker Thomas Bachelder, Montreal native and one of the pioneers of Niagara Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Gabriel De Marco, Head Winemaker at Cave Spring Vineyard, to discuss the evolution of Ontario wine and where the industry stands today, and Chris Thompson of Volta Estate in Prince Edward County, who shares his vision for the next generation of Ontario winemaking.

Mandi also highlights the International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration (i4C), taking place in Niagara from July 16–19, where wine lovers can enjoy tastings, winery dinners, educational seminars, and meet producers from Ontario and cool-climate wine regions around the world. For tickets and event information, visit www.coolchardonnay.org.

Plus, Mandi shares her Wines of the Week, featuring some outstanding Ontario bottles that prove there's never been a better time to discover Canadian wine.