i4C School of Cool 2026: Three Sessions, One Emerging Story

By John Szabo, MS for Wine Align Whether you joined us for the School of Cool or couldn’t be there in person, Master Sommelier John Szabo‘s reflections are well worth your time. Drawing on all three sessions, John goes beyond a recap to identify the bigger themes that emerged over the course of the day. […]

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i4C / CAPS Ontario “School of Cool” Giveaway

Eligibility:The contest is open to legal residents of Canada who are 19 years of age or older at the time of entry (proof of age will be required from the winner.) No purchase is necessary to enter. Void in any jurisdiction where prohibited by law. Contest Period:The contest begins on June 11, 2026 and ends at 11:59 PM EDT […]

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‘Tis the season for cool climate wines

By Christa Glennie, Food Editor, Buffalo Spree The International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration, or i4C, returns to Niagara-on-the-Lake July 16–19 for another long summer weekend devoted to this compelling grape and the regions that do it best. The event unfolds across three marquee programs. Thursday’s School of Cool and Walkaround Tasting at White Oaks Conference Resort is built […]

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School of Cool shines a global spotlight on Niagara’s Chardonnay

By John McTavish for St. Catharines Standard For his comprehensive Opinion piece on this year’s i4C School of Cool, John McTavish spoke to keynote speaker Clive Pursehouse and session moderators Eugene Mlynczyk, MW and Dr. Jennifer Kelly. His article in the St. Catharines Standard discusses both their opinions on the importance of the International Cool […]

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Pursehouse: Cool climate is the future of wine

Clive Pursehouse for Decanter Cool climate wines may be the key to the future of the wine industry. North American Editor Clive Pursehouse presents his keynote at i4C+. The 15th annual International Cool Climate Chardonnay Celebration (i4C+), a four-day event celebrating the wines of the host site, Ontario, as well as those from international regions, kicked off […]

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