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increase of 65.3%.

We believe by late fall 2017, the GTA market will experience yearover-year success similar to that seen in the Vancouver market.

The GTA market is still experiencing the effects of the 16 point plan that was announced in May 2017. The most impactful part of the plan was the introduction of the Foreign Buyers Tax which was an attempt to correct the soaring prices in the market. A very similar plan was introduced in the Vancouver market in August 2016. In Vancouver, the average price of a detached home was $1.8M in July 2016. After the introduction of the new tax the average price fell to $1.5M by December 2016 – a 16% drop.

Today, the average prices for detached homes in Vancouver are on the rise again coming in at $1.6M. The GTA market is being watched closely to see if it will follow the same trend. From April to July the GTA has experienced a 19% drop with average housing prices going from $920K to $747K. Despite these shifts in the market GTA real estate remains active.

The condo market has seen substantial growth reporting a 24.6% year-over-year increase. The average price of a detached home in July was $1.3M – up 8.5% year-over-year. There are also no shortage of active listings in July 2017 recording a year-over-year

In mid-July, the Bank of Canada announced an interest rate increase of 0.75% – the first increase in 7 years.

This increase brought with it many predictions for the real estate market including a potentially prolong cool down period in the GTA. A factor in the forecast of a market slow down was the fact that Canadians who held variable mortgages could now be subject to increased rates as the variable needle was poised to move in the upward direction. The good news is, when market corrections occur, new opportunities always present themselves.

Anyone looking to buy real estate is in a favourable position compared to the early months of 2017. Over the summer months the GTA experienced an increase in inventory and negotiation options. As well, with a 30% decrease in home sales yearover-year in June and July, there were an increased number of motivated sellers. If you were thinking about buying a new home, or an investment property, now is the time.

As the relaxing days of summer morph into the reflective days of fall it is the perfect time to set new goals for continued health and happiness. Enjoy this time and all the joy that it brings.

All the best,

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Constancy To Purpose Chef Mark Picone on Creating the Quintessential Dining Experience in Niagara

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Constancy To Purpose The key to success for Chef Mark Picone is staying focused on one goal: Creating the quintessential dining experience in Niagara

BY NNEKA ONWUALU

THE PICONE FAMILY ARE NO STRANGERS TO THE WORLD OF FOOD. The family business has been a landmark of Dundas, Ontario for over a century.

Established by Mark’s grandparents, when Mark began considering his career path, pursuing a degree in business was more in line than running the family business, let alone becoming a chef.

Ultimately, the ambitious and entrepreneurialspirited son established his reputation as a world-renowned chef, teacher and champion of the art and business of food in the heart of Niagara. Mark credits his disciplined upbringing and roots in the family business for his success today as chef owner and operator of the Mark Picone Culinary Studio in Vineland.

“I come from a large family with a strong Italian background, where food was very much the instigator of discussion – it brought family and friends to the table,” he explains. “There was always a sense of sharing, respect and generosity.

Buying and trading food with locals and knowing

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who your guests and customers are – in reality, a sense of hospitality was extended.”

A love of learning and sharing his knowledge are a major part of Mark’s world. “My undergraduate degree from the University of Guelph and recently completing my MBA, I stand behind the principles of lifelong learning. Even chefs need to know and understand a high level of math and science. And as a Chef Professor at the Canadian Food and Wine Institute, Niagara College, I’m definitely inspiring a sense of professionalism and problem-solving skills I’ve learned in business, not just cooking, to young adults who have chosen the culinary world as a pathway to a career.”

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An unparalleled level of culinary excellence Mark’s own career trajectory has been impressive and has established him as one of Canada’s most celebrated chefs. His years spent training in restaurants across Ontario before working abroad in France and Italy led the way for his return to Canada in the mid ‘90s where he was executive chef at Vineland Estates.

Recruited by John Howard, owner of Megalomaniac Wines, Mark and his brigade brought an unparalleled level of culinary excellence to Vineland for a generation; he was instrumental in placing Vineland, indeed the Niagara region, on the world map as a premium food and wine destination.

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Awards, designations and accolades for Mark have been abundant. He secured his Certified Chef de Cuisine designation in 1999, has multiple AAA/CAA four-diamond awards, and holds a Fellowship from the Ontario Hostelry Institute and DiRoNA recognition. In 2001, he was appointed to the Order of Professional Italian Restaurateurs (ORPI) - a rare distinction outside of Europe, for bringing Italian culinary standards to a new level and in 2003, Mark was invited to cook at the James Beard House in New York, USA. Mark’s sense of community and, by extension, the role a business should fulfill, established the Elsie Picone Community Service Award in 2012. This award is presented to a graduating high school student in good standing who has demonstrated, through voluntary contributions, particularly in a leadership capacity, a commitment to making Dundas and surrounding area a better place to live. The Italian Chamber of Commerce of Ontario recognized Mark with its Business Excellence Award for Arts, Culture and Science in 2013.

While Mark loves Canada, he admits there’s one place that still has a hold on him. “I often say if I wasn’t in Niagara, I would be back in Italy. I always say what a privilege it is to be a Canadian and in Canada, specifically Niagara. We’re very lucky. Niagara has copious amounts of green space, culture, ‘wow’ sites, walking and biking paths, and that’s powerful. And today, people from around the world come to Niagara to experience what is now THEINVIDIATAMAGAZINE.COM

AWARDS, DESIGNATIONS AND ACCOLADES FOR MARK HAVE BEEN ABUNDANT.

synonymous with being a world-class destination for wine and food.”

Mark’s dedication to ongoing training and hands-on experience keeps him motivated to stay in the game. “I was very lucky to work abroad, where I had some incredible lifechanging experiences. The attention to detail I learned at Arnolfo in Colle val d’Elsa, discerning beef quality in Charolais cattle in Vitteaux, or artisan cheese making in Corpoyer al Chapelle, Burgundy – these experiences, along with the many credible team members I’ve worked with, have shaped the way I cook and run my businesses today.”

Surprisingly, for a chef of Mark’s calibre, he did not attend culinary school. His years of training, experiences and learned business acumen combined have given him what he calls an aptitude for problem solving and skills needed to create the level of dining experience he offers at the studio, not to mention what led THEINVIDIATAMAGAZINE.COM

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to the success at Vineland. “My initial career path wasn’t to be a chef and when I returned from Italy, I was invited to Vineland. I was up for the challenge. I love building, I love creating and I think creatively. I like to be innovative in terms of problem solving and I believe that’s what business school teaches you. What we collectively achieved both front and back of the house at Vineland was providing a quintessential Niagara hospitality experience around food and wine that was beyond outstanding.”

One area Mark considers being a great teachable moment (beyond working in a clean environment!) for his apprentices is an understanding of seasoning.

“The importance of seasoning and why dishes need to be seasoned in a particular manner is to be enlightened about the taste of food and the synergy of wine, to see what works for the guest. Season lightly and taste boldly!”

And that involves practice...lots of it. “Cooking is a fulfillment, one that requires putting your heart into it.

It is a craft that develops because of practice. When you come to the studio, I trust that all points of interest really make this a memorable, brand worthy experience that leaves guests inspired but also invigorated. And I wouldn’t be able to provide that experience unless I continuously honed my skills. Although a bit cliché, my goal is to take my guests, through food and wine, to places they never thought they could go. In addition to Jennifer and Britnie, my sommelier associates, by living our craft, we always have something new and exciting to share with them.”

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Establishing real connections with local food suppliers has also been instrumental in helping Mark create a real sense of Canadian terroir.

Mark’s private culinary studio sits on his 10-acre farm nestled into the Niagara escarpment. Guests enjoy a private dining experience in an intimate studio featuring a state-of-the-art kitchen and a dining room with breathtaking views of Niagara’s countryside.

Just outside, a walkout patio overlooks the chef’s vineyards: three blocks of Riesling and one block of Cabernet Franc.

Whether it’s creating a custom dining experience for his guests, (his five-course menus are generally tailored for 6 to 12 guests) or imparting the knowledge he’s gained about food and wine to his apprentices, Mark lives by the mantra ‘constancy to purpose.’ “It’s important to me because of my natural environment, my training, my acute discipline and commitment to not only move my own career forward but also those that I teach. I am fiercely proud of my successful apprentices – Jannine, Liesl Ann, Tiffany, Sharon, Brad, Anthony, Frank, John, Raj, Glen and so many more! My focus is on the craft and the skill required to perform.”

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Terroir, that sense of place, is something Mark stands behind, as well. “In Niagara, enjoying hospitality at its best, be it food, wine and service, I think that’s quintessential. If you were in Italy, France or California, you would expect no different.”

Establishing real connections with local food suppliers has also been instrumental in helping Mark create a real sense of Canadian terroir. “I’ve forged wonderful working relationships with a number of farmers in the area,” says Mark. “That’s allowed me to say, ‘Wow—you’ve got something that’s really unique here. How do we get this to the table?’ Part of the fun of being a chef is sourcing ingredients that very few chefs know about, let alone where to find them and then how to use them.”

Mark goes on to say, “to be making pasta with duck eggs, using locally grown chestnuts from Niagara-on-the-Lake, to source local pawpaw fruit – it’s transformational.”

really amazing and rather unique that can translate into a menu. That’s pretty special and adds to that sense of place, terroir.”

If there’s one thing Mark wants people to know, it’s this: “I can’t begin to overemphasize the thrill I get from being a chef. It’s very much that love of challenges, a love of building a brand and what I’m creating at my studio.

From working at Niagara College, I’ve mentored the next generation and that, for me, has been the most fulfilling aspect of what I would consider being a local chef.”

As for the guests at his studio? “When you come to the studio, I’m cooking for you – you dine at my table. Our guests have international profiles who consistently comment about feeling like they are in Tuscany, Italy or Bordeaux, France.”

And with that Picone smile, it is an experience that is both memorable and inspiring.

Cooking is a fulfillment one that requires putting your heart into it

Farmers are the backbone of our food culture and Mark talks with utter respect for farmers like Elaine, Linda, Ruth, Jen, Tom, Dan and Jack. “Get to know farmers and make sure you visit seasonal markets. Ask to taste or sample and always pay a fair price.

Repeat and ensure that youth are part of this process. It is imperative that we know where our food comes from and what better way than visiting a market - talking to the farmer who grew these delicacies and what you plan on creating with whatever you purchased” says Mark. “And all of this outside your backdoor is a blessing.”

“To be able to walk 200 meters down the road for heirloom tomatoes, beets, cucumbers, zucchini and some really rare, exotic lettuces—these were things I was getting in Italy,” the chef adds, crediting local farms for being his biggest inspiration. “My whole creative process just morphed into something that said we have the opportunity to do really well here in Niagara, let’s start chasing with reckless abandon, these growers who are doing something THEINVIDIATAMAGAZINE.COM

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TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS HOME, VISIT PAGE 50 24 BARKER STREET Paris *Christopher Invidiata & *David Bakowsky

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KBD loves to design homes that are light and bright with a pared down aesthetic. A lover of all things old and new, KBD mixes design styles and believes this is what gives their designs a fresh feel. Karin believes the design process should be fun. After all, it’s an expensive undertaking so why not enjoy the experience?

“We believe in an approachable, collaborative journey with our clients whether we are designing one room or a whole home”, says Karin. We work with the best trades in the business and have a huge assortment of trade-only suppliers making each of our designs unique and custom. KBD believes every person should “Love the Space You Live In”.

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KBD TREND FORECAST FOR 2018: Trends come and go, it’s true. But some trends stand the test of time and those are the trends we want to be a part of.

Comfortable Minimalism: Minimal rooms can feel lifeless.

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Buying Local:

As designers, we have so many resources at our fingertips. We find that clients emphasizing the desire for Canadian made products and shopping local at independently owned shops within their city has become a way of life.

White:

Modern design is huge right now and white is everywhere. It’s sophisticated and fresh, organic and natural.

We are seeing white on sofas, window treatments and in decorative accessories.

Global:

We are living in a time where the world is at our grasp and travelling abroad is common place to many. People are visiting more countries and we see clients wanting to use their beloved objects in their design.

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PERSONAL STYLIST PROGRAM

you be you IT’S YOUR MOMENT. LOOK YOUR BEST. Mapleview’s Stylists make finding your perfect look easy.

Our Stylists take the time to get to know your personal style, and offer expert advice to help you bring your fashion game – and your confidence – to a whole new level.

YOUR ROME AWAY FROM ROME FOR

YOUR HOME

Since 1986, we have continued the family tradition of offering the finest service to match the finest in European furnishings. We would like to thank our customers for their continued loyalty and look forward to serving you in the future. Visit our showroom and enjoy!

CONTEMPORARY | MODERN LIVING | CLASSIQUE

2663 Steeles Ave. W., Toronto, ON | 416.667.0080 www.martindanielinteriors.com

Old World Charm MEETS

MODERN DAY LUXURY

A rare opportunity, this hidden gem is situated atop an acre lot overlooking ‘Canada’s prettiest town’ of Paris. This lovingly restored cobblestone home has been brought back to life with highlights of old and new.

Entering through the stately stone pillars and travelling on the circular driveway, you are greeted with the entrance to the grand original door of this heritage cobblestone home. The attention to detail enhances the rustic charm of the authentic refinished wide-plank floors, which lead you to a modern day gourmet black walnut kitchen. The kitchen is accented by a genuine stone wall, one of a kind striking hood, oversized island with farmer’s sink and quartz counter which connects you back to the 1800’s. Your eye is drawn to the beautiful entertaining space, which includes old world feel and all the modern day amenities of a chef’s kitchen. The kitchen is open

to an impressive eating area, bordered with floor-to-ceiling windows, leading to a lovely and peaceful sitting area.

F E AT U R E L I S T I N G

A few steps down and you will be amazed by the magnificent great room. In keeping with the 1800’s, the original exposed cobblestone wall is highlighted as a focal point. This commanding room will take your breath away, boasting waffled black walnut ceiling and floors, and a masculine floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace with timber mantel. Panoramic windows and doors encase the entire room. Through the doors you will experience a flashback to simpler times by relaxing on an amazing wrap around porch, with unparalleled views of ravines and beyond the town of Paris. This is truly a feature to be appreciated. An enormous loft, guest bath and office are conveniently located in this area of the home.

The master suite boasts wide-plank floors and a rugged stone wall that makes this area a natural retreat. The unique ensuite features a walkway area flanked by windows with tranquil views - perfect for a sitting or makeup area. The standalone tub invites you to soak all your worries away. A separate glass shower and his and her sinks make this truly an escape from reality.

A custom wood dressing closet offers privacy and luxury.

In the lower level you will find the “Barker House� wine cellar, perfect for social gatherings. This special room has all the rustic charm of an authentic wine cellar with modern day conveniences. Black walnut countertops, made from the trees located on the property, enhance this one-of-a-kind gathering spot. Custom made cabinetry using original wood, stone wall, temperature controlled wine fridges and popup television complete this mesh of old and new.

This four bedroom home is completely smart wired for the savvy buyer. To own your very own piece of history, look no further, you are home.

24 BARKER STREET PA R I S , O N TA R I O

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To A r r a n g e A P r i v a t e V i e w i n g , P l e a s e C o n t a c t Christopher Invidiata, Sales Representative* D a v i d B a k o w s k y, S a l e s R e p r e s e n t a t i v e *

Automotive Buying Guide

BY MIKE SPRY The luxury automobile market is the ultimate meeting place between utility and prosperity. It is a class that aspires to more, and its manufacturers – each and every year – find new and imaginative ways to lead a revolution of change, an evolution of a product. Whether your interest lies in a top-of-the-line sedan, a hybrid, a sport utility vehicle, or combination thereof, industry leaders like BMW, Range Rover, Porsche, Alfa Romeo, Lincoln, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan and Jaguar strive to continually outdo one another and provide you with not just the impetus to invest in a new car, but the inspiration to invest in yourself, your family and your life.

This is the 2017/18 Luxury Automotive Buying Guide. This is the first step in the next phase of your love affair with the automobile. This is the evolution of perfection.

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2018 PANAMERA

Turbo S

E-HYBRID

The name Porsche conjures images of European auto racing, slick cut coupes weaving in and out of snow-capped mountain ranges drifting against the edge of majestic scenery.

Handsome men and beautiful women, scarves fluttering in the wind, sporting just a pair of RayBans and luxurious smiles.

This dream-like film features in our minds when we think of the iconic German car maker. These are dreams earned, ordered, deserved.

But with icons comes evolution, and as its customer base evolves, so too does Porsche’s line of automobiles.

While the icons of the past—the 718, the 911—still feature prominently within the company’s identity, a new line of luxury has appeared on the same sea and dreamscapes.

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KEY FACTS:

+ Maximum system power output 500 kW (680 hp). + 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine 404 kW (550 hp). + Electric machine 100 kW (136 hp).

who desire a little more in their vehicle a premium sedan that defies automotive expectations while subscribing to that which has made Porsche the envy of car lovers for nearly seven decades.

horsepower, the Panamera goes zero to 100km/hr in 3.3 seconds, boasting industry defining Porsche Traction Management (PTM) all-wheel drive and the performance one would expect from an industry icon.

The new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid (also available is their Executive model) is the next generation of sedan perfection. But it’s also a luxury car for changing times, with equal attention paid to performance and the harsh realities of an evolving world. It is equal parts responsibility and responsiveness, paying respect to both the environment and lore.

With a total output of 680 horsepower garnered from a 4.0 litre twin-turbo V8, 550 horsepower traditional Porsche combustion engine and a revolutionary, top-of-the-line electric motor pushing 136

While performance does not suffer in evolution, neither does style. Sleek lines and luscious curves accentuated by differentiation features in Acid Green, are complemented by a panoramic sunroof, four-zone air conditioning system, ambient lighting with a rear compartment interior lighting scheme that demands attention and respect. This is a sedan for the ages, and for the age.

+ 8-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK). + All-wheel drive Porsche Traction Management (PTM). + Sport Chrono Package. + Adaptive air suspension.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE TEST DRIVE CONTACT PORSCHE CENTRE OAKVILLE.

+ Rear-axle steering (standard in the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Executive). +

Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with +12-inch touchscreen display, and centre console with Direct Touch Control.

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Differentiation features in Acid Green: instrument cluster needles, brake calipers, ‘e-hybrid’ logo surround on front doors and model designation surround on rear hatch.

2250 South Service Rd W, Oakville 1-855-979-9864 www.porschecentreoakville.com THE 2017/18 LUXURY AUTOMOTIVE BUYING GUIDE 5 7

2017/18 MERCEDES-BENZ

AMG GLS63 4MATIC

Few companies can truly claim a legacy in what has become a saturated car industry. But, for over 100 years, the name Mercedes-Benz has graced the best the automotive world has to offer.

Today, Mercedes-AMG drivers invest not only in the inherent truth of that legacy, but also in the promise of luxury, peerless engineering and performance, and a lifestyle that can only come with owning one of the manufacturer’s models. These aren’t just cars, they’re extensions of who we are, and where we’re going.

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E L E VAT E S YOU R E X PE C TAT ION S The 2017/18 Mercedes-AMG GLS63 4MATIC is the evolution of the Mercedes-AMG legacy and the sport utility vehicle. The luxury, full-sized SUV is the very definition of style and utility, and redefines what we believe an SUV can be. The GLS63 4MATIC is born of the highway and out-of-the-way, the ultimate combination of torque and turbo, power and perfection.

This is a 7-seat high performance SUV, powered to the envy of its class by an 8 cylinder 5.5L biturbo engine generating 577-horsepower, taking you from zero to 100km/hr in just 4.6 seconds.

Complemented by Mercedes-AMG’s trademark DYNAMIC SELECT and AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC systems, it promises a perfect ride, comforted by the gentle beauty of the “AMG sound”

from the chrome-plated twin end pipes, sports exhaust. Innovation and technology is what drivers have come to expect from Mercedes-AMG: The Intelligent Light System, an adaptive headlamp safety technology which adapts to challenging road and weather conditions, and the ADS PLUS and the Active Curve System, which finds the Mercedes-AMG GLS63 4MATIC gripping any road, anytime, with the precision of no other vehicle in its class. This isn’t just an SUV. It’s a Mercedes-AMG, adhering to legacy with its One Man, One Engine philosophy, a belief in a practice that sees each engine crafted by the hands of its own master engine builder.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE TEST DRIVE CONTACT MERCEDES-BENZ BURLINGTON.

KEY FACTS:

+ 7-passenger high performance SUV. +

21” or 22” AMG wheels to create an SUV that handles highways and curves as capably as it takes to hills and canyons.

+ 560 lb-ft of earth-trembling torque. + 4MATIC all-wheel drive and advanced chassis systems. + AMG-developed AIRMATIC suspension. + Biturbo V8 engine. + AMG Performance steering wheel and exclusive instrumentation. + Nappa leather-trimmed cabin. + Horsepower: 577.

441 North Service Road (905) 632-4222 Burlington

www.mercedes-benz-burlington.ca

+ Acceleration 0-100 km/h in 4.6 seconds.

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2018 JAGUAR F-TYPE

SVR

Who doesn’t remember the first time they saw a Jaguar? Not in magazines, or a Hot Wheels set, or a model building display at the local mall’s hobby shoppe, but rather up close, personal, in waking life? Somehow, a car’s name had never seemed so perfect, so apt, so right.

It was as if the animal had been named for the automobile, and not the automobile for the animal. It’s sleek lines, its mysterious complexion, its exoticism and agility. It was lithe, stylish, sophisticated. And, yes, dangerous. It seemed the very definition of animalistic mysticism. It was the jungle in the streets, the wild meets the urban, the savage meets the refined.

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The tradition of awe has defined Jaguar for over eight decades. It is what comes to mind when we think of luxury automobiles, the kind of car we aspire to buy when our lives and means have caught up to our dreams and expectations. It is the realization of accomplishment. It is the essence of affluence.

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KEY FACTS:

+ Horsepower: 575. + Each engine features a Roots-type twin vortex supercharger that maintains the engine’s compact dimensions. +

Easily select climate control, GPS navigation, audio choices or Bluetooth® telephone connectivity on the crisp colour, 8‑inch touchscreen in the F‑TYPE centre console.

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Sophisticated driver assistance systems are designed to provide reassurance, information and enhanced control, allowing you to focus on the pleasure of driving.

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Hold tight – it will take you from 0‑100 km/h in just 3.7 seconds and on to a top speed of 322 km/h in coupe form.

+ The 5.0-litre V8 unit’s twin vortex supercharger reduces drag and surge for responsive performance. + Jaguar’s All Wheel Drive technology ensuring maximum traction at all times. +

Quilted performance seats offering comfort and support to ultramodern finishes that create a sense of total luxury.

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The SVR is designed to be as lean as possible. Its lightweight Titanium and Inconel® exhaust system saves significant weight.

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The Intelligent Driveline Dynamics system works together with the Electronic Active Differential helping to increase traction and stability, giving full rein to the towering performance.

P OW E R F U L , AG I L E A N D U T T E R LY DI S T I NC T I V E

The 2018 Jaguar F-Type SVR Coupe is the latest in a lifetime of industry defining automotive excellence. Boasting a 575 horsepower engine, the F‑Type SVR Coupe is all about power. Combined with a 5.0-litre V8 twin vortex supercharger, the envy of its class goes from zero to 100km/hr in only 3.7 seconds, and reaches a top speed of 322 km/hr. Take a moment and read that again: 322 km/hr. The sentence itself feels otherworldly.

marriage of function, force, and style, and this model is no exception. With quilted seats and ultramodern finishes, the F‑Type SVR Coupe interior is everything you’d expect from the emblematic car manufacturer. The exterior is characterized by a carbon fibre rear spoiler and elevated wide wing reduces drag and adds an element of agility and polish to a coupe that will remind you of that love at first sight moment, every time you open the garage.

But the Jaguar F‑Type SVR Coupe isn’t simply about power and performance, though it certainly redefines those measures.

Jags have always been about the

FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE TEST DRIVE CONTACT BUDDS’ IMPORTED CARS.

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2018 BMW

X6 M

Bayerische Motoren Werke.

The name does not roll off the tongue in any tongue.

But as an acronym, BMW has become synonymous with luxury, performance, and status on every shore, in every part of the world.

There is, perhaps, no other automobile whose title elicits such immediate reverence and awe. A BMW is not about simply utility—driving a BMW is about getting from point A to point B, the awe and envy of all.

Another European automobile manufacturer born from the ashes of enmity, the post-World War I BMW quickly rose to top of its class. And for over one hundred years, BMW has been the realisation of dreams, the vehicle that doesn’t just demand attention, but makes a statement about its driver. The BMW is not just a car, it’s an appendage, an extension of its owners’ accomplishments.

The BMW X-class is inspired both by the company’s racing endeavours and its eye to the future. The X6 M is a luxury crossover, combining the performance one would expect from a BMW and the utility of an SUV. The X6 M is the ultimate automotive

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KEY FACTS:

+ A spirited M TwinPower Turbo 8-cylinder gasoline engine producing 567 Horsepower & 553 lb-ft of torque. + 8-speed M Steptronic transmission and M-Specific xDrive let you take driving pleasure to the extreme. + Impressive agility and precise handling with adjustable adaptive M suspension, setting new standards in its segment.

M A S T E R OF T H E I R C L A S S

marriage, the perfect vehicle for an ever changing marketplace, and the ever discerning BMW driver.

The BMW X6 M combines the performance and engineering you’d expect from an M-class BMW with the adaptability of an X model. An M TwinPower Turbo 8-cylinder engine, 8-speed M Steptronic transmission, and M-specific xDrive takes the X6 M from zero to 100km/hr in just 4.2 seconds and tops out at 250km/hr. BMW’s revolutionary EfficientDynamics technologies promise an incomparable drive. This is not an SUV. This is not a sports coupe. This is a Sport Activity Coupe, a new class of automotive excellence that will redefine the market

and reinvigorate your life. This is family and fun. Speed and sophistication. Practicality and promise. This is the next step in the evolution of BMW. FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE TEST DRIVE CONTACT BUDDS’ BMW OAKVILLE.

2454 South Service Road W Oakville

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0-100 km/h in 4.2 seconds, with available Launch Control to achieve maximum acceleration from a standing start.

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Staggered 21-inch lightweight Double-spoke M sport wheels integrate seamlessly with the aggressive design of the X6 M.

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Elegant, electronically adjustable sports seats with memory function in Anthracite Alcantara/leather upholstery offering the driver and front passenger optimum lateral support.

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Intelligent energy management system using Brake Energy Regeneration to charge and maintain battery and electronic components.

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Efficient cooling system, with four circuits and ten radiators to manage thermal stress and sustain the X6 M’s high driving dynamic potential.

+ M compound brakes achieve outstanding, motorsport-like deceleration values. +

Dynamic Drive, Dynamic Performance Control and Dynamic Damper Control allow for complete adjustability to suit respective driving conditions.

(905) 845-3577 www.buddsbmw.com

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2018 RANGE ROVER

ATB

The Range Rover is the grandfather of the sport utility vehicle. Influenced by a post-World War II reality, the Land Rover company produced a line of jeep-like automobiles that combined utility with performance and what would become industry-standard engineering. But martial beginnings quickly led to luxury practicality, and when the Range Rover line was introduced in 1970, the British car manufacturer set the groundwork for highways and byways that would soon be filled with SUVs. If it wasn’t the first SUV to market, it was certainly the one that defined it. Taking lessons from military-grade vehicles, Land Rover designed and engineered an SUV that would not only be the template for all others, but the envy as well.

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T H E AVA N T G A R DE R A NG E ROV E R an LR-V8 Supercharged 5.0 litre, 510-horsepower engine, this SUV is the what all in its class aspire to. Hitting 100km/hr in just 5.3 seconds, and boasting a 461lb-ft torque, the Range Rover Autobiography Dynamic doesn’t just retell the story of a luxury vehicle, it begins a new chapter.

Without the Range Rover, we’re all driving opulent minivans. The Range Rover began production in 2004, and is luxury, history, and excellence personified.

Fittingly, from an automobile manufacturer whose narrative of a definitive model lay the foundation for all others, comes the 2018 Range Rover Autobiography Dynamic. With

But from utilitarian beginnings comes an extraordinary present. Performance and engineering is matched only by style and sophistication. Ten LED light colours adapt the cabin to your narrative. The Meridian audio system promises a high-performance sound system designed to specifically for the best acoustic experience in a unique space that is the 2018 Range Rover Autobiography Dynamic.

Gloss Black exterior trim detailing, and an aluminum trim finish provide highlights of sophistication and grace to a sleep and stylish exterior. Add options like 18 interior colour choices, perforated Oxford leather seats, and 18-way power adjusted comfort to assures you that each time you get in your Range Rover, the story being told is your own.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE TEST DRIVE CONTACT BUDDS’ IMPORTED CARS.

KEY FACTS:

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Introduction of the SVAutobiography Dynamic – a dramatic and sporting 550hp model developed by the SVO team that will sit at the top of the SWB range.

+ Front & Rear Climate Comfort Pack & Drive Pro Pack. + InControl Touch Pro Infotainment System featuring 10.2” Touch Screen. + Full InControl functionality suite: Remote start, Protect, Remote, Pro Services, Apps. + Front Console Cooler. + Adaptive Cruise Control with Queue Assist and Intelligent Emergency Braking. + Lane Keep Assist + Blind Spot Assist. + Traffic Sign Recognition, Intelligent Speed Limiter, Driver Condition Monitor. + Head Up Display & Driver Condition Monitor. + Vision Assist Pack (V8).

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2018 ALFA ROMEO

GIULIA

QUADRIFOGLIO

As children, first inspired and in awe of the automobile, who did not dream of an Alfa Romeo. Even its name sounds like a forbbiden romance, something exotic, dangerous. Magnificent. And if the models that found us by way of toys and dreams— the Spider, the Sprint, the Montreal—cars that personified style and grace, weren’t enough for our earliest reverie, the GTV6 featured in Octopussy, driven by the envy of all: Bond, James Bond.

That’s what we wanted. We wanted to drive what 007 did. If men wanted to be him, and women wanted to be with him, then as car lovers we wanted it all. To sit behind the wheel of what seemed like an impossible dream, and feel the essence of motoring and espionage combined in the very pinnacle of fantasy.

And now here we are, what seems like a lifetime later, and just like we have, the Alfa Romeo has grown up. It has evolved. It has realized its own dreams. The Alfa Romeo appeared again in Bond film, but just as the films were built for a new generation so too were the cars. The 156, 159, and 166 found their place once again in the iconography of

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KEY FACTS:

+ Horsepower: 505. + All-aluminum direct injection 90-degree 2.9-liter V6 Twin-Turbo. + Acceleration from 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds. + Unitized steel body with carbon fiber roof and hood. + 19-Inch Front / 19-Inch Rear Light Tecnico Aluminum Wheels. + Torque Vectoring Technology. + Leather-wrapped instrument panel and door with French seamed accent stitching.

A C ON V E RG E NC E OF E NG I N E E R I NG A N D E MOT ION cinema in Quantum of Solace and Spectre, dream cars for an era of evolved dreams. The 2018 Giulia Quadrifoglio is the next step in that automotive dreamscape evolution.

This car is about refinement and grace. The Giulia Quadrifoglio offers a 505-horsepower, 2.9 litre V6 engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission, and available in either rear or all-wheel drive, takes you from zero to 100km/hr in 3.8-seconds.

The sport sedan is the envy of its class, with peerless handling and performance.

Alfa Romeo has spent a few years away from the west, and its return to North America is riding on the perfection and performance of the 2018 Giulia Quadrifoglio. The sedan is deceptive, discreet. It doesn’t request or desire covetousness—it demands it. This next generation of Alfa Romeo is about harmonious ingenuity and respect for the past.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE TEST DRIVE CONTACT MASERATI ALFA ROMEO OF OAKVILLE.

+ Quadrifoglio performance front seats with 12-way power driver and front & passenger adjust.

2475 Wyecroft Road Oakville

+ Power thigh support including four-way power lumbar and driver memory.

(905) 847-8329

+ Top Speed: 308 km/h.

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2018

LINCOLN

NAVIGATOR

The sport utility vehicle market is saturated by our infatuation for bigger, faster and more.

What was a descendant of military vehicles geared towards labourers and industrial contractors, the SUV has replaced the minivan and station wagon as the car purchase of choice for families, adventurers, and those who want to ride a little higher than the rest of the road.

Since 1998 the Lincoln Navigator has been offering discerned drivers the luxury option their life and lifestyle demands. A decade later, that promise has not changed. The 2018 Lincoln Navigator is the envy of its brethren, boasting a twin-turbocharged 3.5L engine, powering up to 450 horsepower, and controlled by a peerless 10-speed transmission.

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A twin-turbocharged 3.5L engine, projected to generate 450 horsepower, 3 and a 10-speed transmission put you at ease and in command.

+ PowerFold® second- and third-row seats fold completely flat, putting you in control of the best-in-class4 cargo space +

Our versatile cabin features one-touch tilt and slide second-row seats and a power-reclining third row that all show a unified approach to comfort, space and style for all.

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The head-up display helps to prove that what lies ahead is just as important as what is happening now. The Lincoln Navigator has the brightest windshieldprojected informational display and biggest display size in its class.

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Integrated into the back of the first-row seat, these 10-inch screens* offer a clear view for both second- and third-row passengers.

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Six distinct Lincoln drive modes offer confidence, exhilaration and control, all courtesy of a simplified drive mode selector.

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Electronic power-assisted steering (EPAS) responds to both you and the road. The system measures vehicle speed and driver steering to automatically adjust the firmness of the steering wheel, producing smooth and precise steering.

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The Perfect Position Seat with available 30-way adjustability including Active Motion massage puts you in control of your own comfort. With its wide range of movement, 11 independent air cushions, and independent thigh extenders, you can easily make adjustments for a seat that is both relaxing and rejuvenating.

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It’s an impressive pairing of a standard twin-turbocharged 3.5L engine, capable of producing up to a projected 450 horsepower* and 500 lb.-ft. of torque,* and a 10-speed transmission.

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Jewel-like adaptive LED headlamps help direct your attention to where it’s needed on the road ahead. These headlamps are speed sensitive, casting a wider beam at slower speeds and more focused, longer beams at faster speeds.

PU T P OW E R A N D C O M F ORT AT YOU R C O M M A N D But proponents, fans, and owners of the Lincoln Navigator know that the automobile is defined not just by its power and grace, but also the fashion and ease with which one enjoys its ride. The trademark style of Lincoln Black Label, according to the premium manufacturer, offers “unique themes, materials and member privileges for an expression of your personal taste.” The PowerFold second- and third-row seats easily fold to lay flat, making it the most refined and adaptable cargo space in its class. Paired with the Perfect Position Seats (with 30-way adjustability) and incomparable legroom in the back and rear seats, the 2018 Lincoln Navigator doesn’t just promise luxury, it exudes it.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE TEST DRIVE CONTACT OAK-LAND LINCOLN.

570 Trafalgar Road Oakville

(905) 844-3273

www.oaklandlincoln.ca

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NISSAN 2017/18

ARMADA

In varying languages and dialect, “armada” means “a naval fleet”. But it has also come to mean armed, or armed forces, suggesting not just a simple fleet, but a mighty squadron, a flotilla built for every challenge that may face it. This must be what Nissan engineers and master designers had in mind when they first crafted their Armada, Nissan’s response to the sport utility revolution.

But what is luxury without certainty? How can we believe in the promise of an automobile to deliver not just everything we want from it, but everything we need from it. We want style and grace, utility and speed, comfort and safety, performance and efficiency. We want care and understanding of the contemporary road and lifestyle. We want everything.

The 2017 Nissan Armada comes with a base engine powered to 390-horsepower by a 5.6-litre V8, with 8,500 lb maximum towing capacity, promising a 17.5/12.9 litre/100km city to highway fuel efficiency, a leader in its class. With

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KEY FACTS:

+ 390-Horsepower. + 5.6 Litre Endurance V8 Engine. + 7-Speed Automatic Transmission. + Predictive Forward Collision Warning. seating for 8, a Bose Premium Audio System with 13 speakers, advanced technology navigation system with 8.0” touch-screen and a predictive forward collision warning with forward emergency braking and one of the sturdiest builds of any SUV, the Armada can take your crew anywhere, anytime, in style, safety, and comfort, ready for anything.

+ Backup Collision Intervention. + Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection.

The 2017 Nissan Armada is built for battling the roads, the days, the weekends, the chaos of work, and the comfort of family. The latest incarnation of Nissan’s premiere SUV has been redesigned and reenvisioned for the next generation of Armada drivers. This SUV is not just luxury, but the exemplification of a brand. This fleet is ready.

+ 8 Passenger Utility.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE TEST DRIVE CONTACT BURLINGTON NISSAN.

+ All-mode 4-wheel Drive.

®

4111 North Service Road Burlington

+ Direct Injection Gas System. + 26 Gallon Fuel Tank.

(905) 681-2162

www.burlingtonnissan.ca

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2018

TOYOTA

CAMRY Luxury and price tag are not synonyms. The luxury automobile isn’t an accomplishment of economy, but rather a complement of excellence, tradition, and performance. Any company can slap a large MSRP on a windshield and claim perfection, but a true luxury car creates a sense of comfort and awe in its drivers, a sense of personal accomplishment, an achievement that cannot be measured in numbers, but only acquired by truth.

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G I V E I N TO YOU R DE S I R E S good reason. You don’t ship a sedan worldwide for 25 years without providing your customers with a top-of-the-line product. But, age demands evolution, just like drivers. And the 2018 Toyota Camry has been born anew.

Taking guidance and inspiration from nearly three decades of pride and performance, the 2018 Toyota Camry has been reimagined for the discerning contemporary driver. A newly engineered 203-horsepower 2.5L four-cylinder or 301-horsepower 3.5L V6 engines options provide the Camry driver with the ultimate in precision and speed in its class. The car also boasts a revolutionary new 8-speed direct shift automatic transmission, and a

FACTS:

hybrid option that a 2018 driver demands and deserves.

Toyota also recognizes variety they’ve come to expect from the Camry. From the LE and XLE to the XE and XSE, the 2018 model gives a loyal client base many options in crafting their automobile just for them, from sounds system to interior design, and enhanced efficiency and performance, the 2018 Toyota Camry comes off the line just the way its driver wants it, a luxury that can only be born of experience and tradition.

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French Connection

Celebrated businessman and esteemed wine maker John Howard brings France and Canada together through the love of wine

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ordeaux, in the south west of France, needs little introduction as one of the world’s most famous, prestigious and prolific wine regions.

Few regions can rival Bordeaux in terms of its impact on the wine world.

Except for Niagara, that is. At least that’s what John Howard of John Howard Wines of Distinction – Megalomaniac Wines would like us to know.

Howard’s story as a businessman with years spent travelling around the world as Executive Vice President at Canon and his success as proprietor of Vineland Estates where he grew the operation from 2,000 to 50,000 cases in just eight years, is one he readily shares with his friends and guests.

But as he embarks on two new ventures that will bring wine lovers from France and Canada, indeed from around the world, together, Howard is finally ready to share a story that he doesn’t often tell, that

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of his connection with France. “I get asked a lot about what my connection to France is, and apart from saying I have a partnership there, I own a stake in two chateaux, I visit there a lot and go fishing, that’s about all I say,” says Howard.

Now that he has two new projects in the mix, one that will bring a taste of France to Canada and the other that will provide a truly unique way for wine lovers to discover what it’s like to live in a French chateau with your very own wine cellar and wine label, he’s finally ready to give us the details we’ve all been waiting to hear about.

Some of you may already know the story behind Howard’s success as a businessman and of his “retirement” projects, growing Vineland Estates and building the sassy and critically acclaimed Megalomaniac brand of wines in Vineland, Ontario. To say Howard is one of the most influential figures on the Canadian wine landscape is an understatement.

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Through it all, Howard shares what he’s learned with his friends, colleagues and guests, imparting his business savvy and knowledge and mentoring his young employees, some straight out of college, to carry on the tradition of excellence at Megalomaniac.

His passion for cultivating talent and bringing in the best people to run his winery, including putting world class winemaker Sebastien Jacquey at the helm of his vineyards and CFO Ryan Conte in charge of the business side of Megalomaniac, is evident of Megalomaniac’s continued ascent as one of Canada’s premier wine brands. So to what does he attribute his success? “My advice is this – do what you love and surround yourself with people you like and respect and you’ll always be successful,” says Howard.

TO S AY H O WA R D IS ONE OF THE

MOST INFLUENTIAL FIGURES ON THE CANADIAN WINE LANDSCAPE IS AN U N D E R S TAT E M E N T.

As for Howard’s French connection, prior to selling Vineland Estates in 2004, Howard partnered with Jean Philippe Janoueix to acquire Chateau La Confession and Chateau Haut Pontet in St. Emilion, Bordeaux, France. “Jean-Philippe’s family has been in the wine business on the right bank of Bordeaux for generations, they’re literally a winemaking dynasty,” says Howard.

The family, which operates estates in Bordeaux from Grand Cru Classé to Bordeaux Superieur, also owns 12 grand chateaux and farm the equivalent of 1,200 acres of farmland. “Jean Philippe’s name is on La Confession, La Croix St-Georges, 20 Mille De Janoueix, Cap Saint Georges, Sacre Coeur and Croix Mouton,” adds Howard.

In addition to Chateau La Confession and Chateau Haut Pontet, Howard

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has been laying the framework with partner Janoueix on a third project – another chateau in St. Emilion.

This Grand Cru chateau sits on 19 hectares in Bordeaux and features a stunning castle that is being renovated to house a new syndication venture that’s been four years in the making. “One of my partners and I, while fishing, came up with the idea to build something unique that will take the wine experience to a whole new level,” Howard shares. “We are going to syndicate elements of the cellar at this domain so that guests can have their own wine labels from the vintages we produce.”

Apartments will be built on the grounds for guests to stay for up to three weeks out of the year. “These apartments will have guests feeling what it’s like to be a proprietor of a chateau of this size. I think this is going to be very, very interesting because the property is so huge.

Imagine, living at a chateau, providing your guests with wines from your own private cellar in Bordeaux. It’s going to be unlike anything anyone has ever done before.”

Howard’s partnership with Janoueix and his stake in these chateaux is unique and special in and of itself.

The Vineland businessman turned wine baron is a 35 per cent partner.

This is pretty significant considering the fact that 35 per cent ownership is the maximum stake permitteby the French government.

“The process for a foreigner to become an owner of a chateau in Bordeaux is long and requires a number of criteria to be satisfied, in addition to going before a tribunal,” Howard explains. “To be granted part THEINVIDIATAMAGAZINE.COM

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ownership demonstrates that we are respected as sound stewards of the land.”

Howard goes on to say that Canada, and Niagara in particular, is highly respected by the French wine world. “The norm in Niagara is to keep our vineyards pristine, and they understand that concept in France. From our own perspective, the fact that we carefully and lovingly grow varietals directly imported from Bordeaux shows not just our talent but also our respect and appreciation for French varietals. I think that goes a long way towards that level of trust and respect the French have for us and is why I’ve been successful before the tribunals and been granted permission to partner with Jean Philippe.”

Howard’s dedication to and connection with Bordeaux is a strong factor behind the success of his vineyard in Vineland.

“All of our vines and barrels are imported from France. We farm a variety of Bordeaux varietals including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc – and Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Riesling.”

Canada, and Niagara in particular, is highly respected by the

French wine world.

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Howard’s dedication to

and connection with

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success of his

vineyard.

Following an unfortunately rough winter a few years ago, Megalomaniac was forced to uproot many of the damaged vines surrounding the property on flat land – losing 40-45 per cent and the entirety of the home vineyard merlot. This uproot, while devastating, also proved to be a bit of a blessing, allowing their team to plant new vines based on the terroir and track record of what grows best and where.

This includes more Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to cater to Megalomaniac’s new winemaker, Jacquey.

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vineyard prove that Canada is on par with wine made in France. Howard is as passionate about the wine we produce here in Canada as he is with what’s made in France. “We never want to lose our distinction as being Canadian,” assures Howard, as clearly evidenced with the branding of Megalomaniac. “We focus on what our customers want and on quality.”

It also means a focus on value. “We produce really good wines at an affordable price that feature all aspects of the distribution channel, from entry level to premium,” says Howard. “That has been our mandate – producing the best wines we can, but presenting them at a very THEINVIDIATAMAGAZINE.COM

affordable price. Our underlying theme is quality and value and it is very important to us and our customers.”

To highlight just how distinctly Canadian Megalomaniac is, while also showing how the quality of what’s produced domestically stacks up against wines from Bordeaux, Howard is embarking on an importation project to bring the wines he makes in France to Canada. Starting in 2018, Howard will begin importing a selection of premium wines from he and Janoueix’s labels to Ontario and Quebec. “We think that this will give Canadians a chance to taste wines they would never have access to, unless they’re coming to Europe to access it directly. We’re going to bring in two brands for restaurateurs, two for the LCBO and two for private collectors. The plan is to be importing

pretty seriously by the second quarter of next year.”

Part of Howard’s reasoning for importing premium French labels is to give Canadians an opportunity to juxtapose Bordeaux wine with Niagara wine. “I think Canadians will be impressed with how our homegrown wines hold up in taste profile and quality.”

With plans initiated on the new property in St. Emilion as well as the new import business in the works, Howard hasn’t forgotten his Canadian interests. He continues to expand the Megalomaniac brand with new vintages and has put great effort into growing the highly successful and exclusive Megalomonaniac wine club. Continued improvements and renovations to the gorgeous

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Megalomaniac facility on Cherry Avenue itself are also ongoing. This includes a new rooftop patio at the very top of the building to provide an even higher vantage point to see the breathtaking views of Toronto and Niagara Falls.

The consummate showman, Howard is also stoked about the massive elevator currently under construction that will whisk guests from the Megalomaniac cellars straight up to the top of the building and the brand new patio. “The elevator is going to be really incredible and will give our guests a chance to see our operations from every level, from the cellar to our distribution centre, private tasting rooms, retail store, terrace and, of course, to the newest patio at the very top.”

Private Tasting Room at Megalomaniac John Howard Cellars of Distinction

“Drink wine.

It’s good for you.

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MEGALOMANIAC: 3930 Cherry Ave, Vineland, ON megalomaniacwine.com Original in product, bold in flavours, and audacious in branding, Megalomaniac crafts wines of distinction—but with a touch of sass. Starting out in 2007 as a single vintage, the Niagara based winery has rapidly grown into a 40,000 case operation.

All renovations sit with the same goal of creating an all-encompassing Niagara wine experience like no other.

What started off as a retirement project that would leave time for days spent salmon fishing, Howard instead continues to lead the rapid growth of Megalomaniac.

And between expansions and additions and importing and syndications, opportunities seem to just keep presenting themselves to Howard, who doesn’t seem to mind one bit.

“Probably the older you get and the more experience you get, people tend to keep coming to you with opportunities that are innovative, exciting and new.

I just follow my gut and see where the next path takes me.”

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The wine world can be a serious one, but Howard has some words of advice: “Drink wine. It’s good for you. Enjoy it with your friends. But don’t take yourself too seriously when you drink wine because you shouldn’t take yourself too seriously in life, period.”

Now that we’ve heard the story of Howard’s connection to France, other stories Howard loves to share include his tales of fly fishing for Atlantic Salmon, visiting Argentina, his favourite place on earth, and travelling across Europe by train. But his favourite stories are truly about his two grandsons, Morgan and Spencer. “They keep me busy,” he laughs.

Resting on the highest vantage point on the Niagara Escarpment, Megalomaniac features 120 acres of vineyard, boasting five varietals on premise. The multilevel, 30,000 sq.ft. facility at Megalomaniac features an open concept tasting bar, retail shop, private tasting rooms and a wraparound stone patio with glass railings for an unobscured panoramic view of Lake Ontario and the Toronto and Niagara Falls skylines.

Try cult favourites SonofaBitch Pinot Noir, Bravado Cabernet Sauvignon, Narcissist Riesling, Selfie, My Way Chardonnay, Cab Frank and Pink Slip Rose.

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the sizzling flames of the outdoor grill. There is bounteous privacy on this Waterdown Estate, and yet finds itself within minutes of the GO station, the downtown area, the 403 and the QEW. There is no better location or property to be had.

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