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Rae Tilley

Retail Supervisor, Order Desk Associate

Rae received a Diploma in Cool Climate Winemaking and Viticulture from NSCC in Kentville and has achieved WSET Level 2– eagering awaiting the opportunity to enroll in WSET Level 3. Rae’s first stint with Bishop’s Cellar was in 2019; after two years at Luckett Vineyards, Rae returned in 2021. Bringing passion for everything wine, beer, and spirits, Rae also brings an impeccable taste for fashion. 

Favourite grape or wine region?

South African Cabernet Franc!!

Favorite food? If you could eat one type of food (specific type of food like pizza or something broader like Korean, for example) for the rest of your life, what would it be?

My favourite food ever is hot dogs – toasted bun, mustard & sauerkraut!

If you weren’t selling wine at Bishop’s Cellar, what would you be doing?

Dream job would be either a NASCAR driver or the person who tests new Ben & Jerry ice cream flavours!

Rae Tilley's Picks

Thanksgiving Picks

The only wine I ever want to drink at Thanksgiving is a cold glass of rosé – and by the start of autumn, I’ve usually narrowed down a few favourites to choose from. A turkey dinner with many savoury sides is so well complemented by a dry, flavourful rose, and the Chateau Trinquevedel Tavel is my choice this year. 

A predominant Grenache blend from 85-year-old estate vines, this rosé is very dry but exhibits strong raspberry notes that will be heightened when drunk with a bite of turkey in gravy. A cold skin maceration and cement tank ageing allow it to be crisp but present on the palate – perfect at fridge temperature! Though I have already mentioned pairing this rosé with turkey, I like it best with traditional stuffing!

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