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Blue Grouse Estate Winery
Nestled in Vancouver Island’s Cowichan Valley, Blue Grouse Estate Winery is one of BC’s oldest wineries and among the pioneers of modern Island winemaking. Viticulturist John Harper planted an experimental vineyard on the property in 1977, trialling more than 150 grape varieties, some of which are still in production today. The Kiltz family purchased the ... Read more The post Blue Grouse Estate Winery first appeared on My VanCity .
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Exploring the World of Synchromesh
I was thrilled to receive a delivery of Synchomesh wines to taste and review. I really must admit that my first love is Riesling. I love all types of Rieslings; dry, off dry, and late harvest. Tasting these wines was like heaven. Every one of the three Rieslings I have had the opportunity to taste ... Read more The post Exploring the World of Synchromesh first appeared on My VanCity .
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WINES OF BC INVITES THE WORLD TO EXPERIENCE BRITISH COLUMBIA BEYOND THE STADIUM
Wines of BC wants this summer’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ crowds thinking beyond stadiums and sports bars and into some of the most breathtaking landscapes on earth. From vineyard patios overlooking sun-soaked valleys to lakeside watch parties and weekend wine country escapes, This Is Our BC is a province-wide celebration of everything that makes British ... Read more The post WINES OF BC INVITES THE WORLD TO EXPERIENCE BRITISH COLUMBIA BEYOND THE STADIUM first appeared on My VanCity .
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Chill Reds, Cool Whites & Rosés
Chill Reds, Cool Whites & Rosés : Why All Three Colours of Côtes du Rhône Belong in Your Summer Rotation As summer entertaining becomes more relaxed, spontaneous, and increasingly centred outdoors, the way we think about wine is evolving. The shift is clear: away from rigid rules and toward flexibility, occasion, and ease. It’s within ... Read more The post Chill Reds, Cool Whites & Rosés first appeared on My VanCity .
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Vasanti Estate Winery New Releases
This is your invitation to explore the new releases from Vasanti Estate Winery – where every bottle reflects their roots in the South Okanagan and their commitment to craftsmanship. Structured, cellar-worthy reds, each wine is estate-grown and thoughtfully made in small lots. Whether you are discovering Vasanti for the first time or returning for a ... Read more The post Vasanti Estate Winery New Releases first appeared on My VanCity .
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Focus on the 2026 vintage in Bourgogne
Bourgogne Prepares for an Early 2026 Vintage As canopy work intensifies and winegrowers struggle to keep pace with the rapid growth of the vines, Bourgogne is once again preparing for an August harvest. This year, the growing season is once again moving at an accelerated pace. Unseasonably warm, rainy weather in February triggered an early ... Read more The post Focus on the 2026 vintage in Bourgogne first appeared on My VanCity .
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Off the Beaten Path
No matter where you live in British Columbia or where your travels take you, there are excellent wineries to discover across the province’s nine wine regions. According to Wine Growers BC, there are more than 300 wineries spread throughout the province, including: Vancouver Island (22 wineries) Gulf Islands (11 wineries) Fraser Valley (28 wineries) Lillooet ... Read more The post Off the Beaten Path first appeared on My VanCity .
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Wednesday Wine Reviews
2024 Chenin Blanc River Stone Oliver, BC $25.90 Another in the Good Neighbours Series made with grapes from the Columbia River region of Washington State. Pale straw with medium-minus intensity. An inviting nose showing aromas of apple, floral notes, grass, some tropical fruit, almond, honey, citrus, and Asian pear. Very good balance with good mouthfeel. ... Read more The post Wednesday Wine Reviews first appeared on My VanCity .
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CELEBRATING NATIONAL WINE DAY WITH REWILD
RAISE A GLASS TO WINE THAT GIVES BACK TO THE EARTH: CELEBRATING NATIONAL WINE DAY WITH REWILD WINE Sustainably crafted and 100% vegan, Rewild Wine offers Canadians National Wine Day on May 25th. May 25th, 2026, marks National Wine Day, honouring the craft of one of the world’s oldest and most cherished beverages. With Canadians ... Read more The post CELEBRATING NATIONAL WINE DAY WITH REWILD first appeared on My VanCity .
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LEARNING ABOUT WINE Rías Baixas: Atlantic Wine in Galicia
Rías Baixas: Atlantic Wine in Galicia Rías Baixas begins with water. The Atlantic reaches into Galicia’s western coast through long estuaries called rías, where river water, sea air, fog, and rain meet before they move inland across small vineyards. This is one of Spain’s wettest wine regions, and the problem of ripening grapes here has ... Read more The post LEARNING ABOUT WINE Rías Baixas: Atlantic Wine in Galicia first appeared on My VanCity .
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REWILD | National Wine Day | May 25th
EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF REWILD Where Great Wine Doesn’t have to Cost the Earth National Wine Day is coming up on May 25th, and it’s the perfect time to raise a glass to wines that not only taste great, but do great things for the planet. Rewild Wines are sustainably crafted and 100% vegan, offering ... Read more The post REWILD | National Wine Day | May 25th first appeared on My VanCity .
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Kim Uncorked: Welcome to my weekly wine recommendation.
Hi, I’m Kim, a passionate lover of wine, food, and any experience that brings the two together! In this weekly blog post, I share my thoughts on a wine that I’ve recently purchased from one of our local independent wine merchants. If you’d like to know more about me, I’ve included a brief bio following ... Read more The post Kim Uncorked: Welcome to my weekly wine recommendation. first appeared on My VanCity .
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#ThisWineThatDish Winemaker’s Cut Sauvignon Blanc | Broccoli Caesar
#ThisWineThatDish Winemaker’s Cut Sauvignon Blanc | Broccoli Caesar“In this series, I will be sharing my take on which Wines pair well with some inspirational recipes” The wines from Winemaker’s Cut were so delicious I enjoyed them over a few days and of course had to pair them with a dish that made the perfect pairing. ... Read more The post #ThisWineThatDish Winemaker’s Cut Sauvignon Blanc | Broccoli Caesar first appeared on My VanCity .
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Little Engine Wines Launches Vineyard Terrace for 2026
LITTLE ENGINE WINES OPENS VINEYARD TERRACE FOR THE 2026 SEASON A New Evening Lakeside Lounge Experience Debuts on the Naramata Bench Little Engine Wines has officially opened its Vineyard Terrace for the season, introducing a new evening lounge experience where the lake, the vines, and golden hour come together on the Naramata Bench. The Vineyard ... Read more The post Little Engine Wines Launches Vineyard Terrace for 2026 first appeared on My VanCity .
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A Week’s Round-up of Vancouver’s Wine Events
Last week I had the pleasure of attending three events celebrating wine, terroir, and the artisans who work their magic. May 11 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG and Tuscan IGP/DOP Walk About On Monday afternoon, I attended a masterclass and walk-around tasting featuring select wines from Montepulciano’s renowned Vino Nobile di Montepulciano appellation. Montepulciano has ... Read more The post A Week’s Round-up of Vancouver’s Wine Events first appeared on My VanCity .
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World Wine Synergy Wine Dinner at Brentwood Bay Resort
Mother’s Day weekend was an opportunity to celebrate with an elegant evening of wine, food, and conversation at The Arbutus Room at Brentwood Bay Resort. Esteemed guests included Bernard Duseigneur, Domaine Duseigneur; Camille Giai, Château Roquefort and Dr John Volpe, Ecogastronomy/University of Victoria. The Arbutus Room is beautiful with it’s fireplace anchoring one end and ... Read more The post World Wine Synergy Wine Dinner at Brentwood Bay Resort first appeared on My VanCity .
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LEARNING ABOUT WINE: Galicia: Atlantic Weather, Fragmented Vineyards, and the Long Recovery of a Wine Region
Galicia: Atlantic Weather, Fragmented Vineyards, and the Long Recovery of a Wine Region Galicia occupies the northwestern corner of Spain, facing the Atlantic and bordered by Portugal to the south, Asturias to the east, and the inland lands of Castile and León beyond its mountain barriers. That position has always set it slightly apart from ... Read more The post LEARNING ABOUT WINE: Galicia: Atlantic Weather, Fragmented Vineyards, and the Long Recovery of a Wine Region first appeared on My VanCity .
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#ThisWineThatDish Winemaker’s Cut Bohemian Riesling | Chicken Marbella
“In this series, I will be sharing my take on which Wines pair well with some inspirational recipes” The wines from Winemaker’s Cut were so delicious I enjoyed them over a few days and of course had to pair them with a dish that made the perfect pairing. The recipe is inspired by one from ... Read more The post #ThisWineThatDish Winemaker’s Cut Bohemian Riesling | Chicken Marbella first appeared on My VanCity .
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Kim Uncorked: Welcome to my weekly wine recommendation.
Hi, I’m Kim, a passionate lover of wine, food, and any experience that brings the two together! In this weekly blog post, I share my thoughts on a wine that I’ve recently purchased from one of our local independent wine merchants. If you’d like to know more about me, I’ve included a brief bio following ... Read more The post Kim Uncorked: Welcome to my weekly wine recommendation. first appeared on My VanCity .
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Wine Tasting with World Wine Synergy
This past week the team from World Wine Synergy arrived in Victoria with some exceptional wines; winery ambassadors Bernard Duseigneur, Domaine Duseigneur; Camille Giai, Château Roquefort and a professor, Dr John Volpe. Thursday was a walk around tasting of the wines later tasted on Friday at a sit-down seminar event. Both features the same wines ... Read more The post Wine Tasting with World Wine Synergy first appeared on My VanCity .
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An Introduction to Horseshoe Cellars
It’s not often I have the opportunity to taste wines from Niagara but the few I have tried have been top notch and Hoseshoe Cellars 2024 Kelson Block Riesling is no exception. My introduction to Horseshoe Cellars all started from a simple Instagram post and a surprise response. Hi Valerie, We couldn’t agree more with ... Read more The post An Introduction to Horseshoe Cellars first appeared on My VanCity .
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Bottleneck Drive Launches “Bottleneck in Bloom” Spring Event for May Long Weekend
Details Announced for the Inaugural Bottleneck in Bloom New spring event celebrates the Okanagan Valley in bloom over May long weekend Summerland’s Bottleneck Drive has announced details for the inaugural Bottleneck in Bloom, a new spring signature event taking place May 16 to 18, 2026, throughout the Bottleneck Drive touring route. Timed to the May ... Read more The post Bottleneck Drive Launches “Bottleneck in Bloom” Spring Event for May Long Weekend first appeared on My VanCity .
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3 of 161 New Zealand Sommelier Scholarship: Applications Now Open (Canada)
New Zealand Wine Sommelier Scholarship Applications Are Now Open! The New Zealand Wine Sommelier Scholarship applications are now open for Canada, with a refreshed selection process designed to both educate and identify the top candidate. This year, the goal remains to select one Canadian sommelier to attend the Sommit in New Zealand in February 2027. ... Read more The post 3 of 161 New Zealand Sommelier Scholarship: Applications Now Open (Canada) first appeared on My VanCity .
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LEARNING ABOUT WINE Crémant de Bourgogne
Crémant de Bourgogne Crémant de Bourgogne is easier to understand when it is treated as one of Burgundy’s wine categories rather than as a secondary alternative to more famous sparkling regions. It is made by the traditional method, and it shares Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with Champagne, but those facts do not tell the reader ... Read more The post LEARNING ABOUT WINE Crémant de Bourgogne first appeared on My VanCity .