Blue Mountain captures the nuances of 2022 in its single-block Pinot and Chardonnay In all the angst over the Okanagan Valley’s troubled 2023 and ’24 vintages, we’ve almost missed the good news of just how remarkable a year 2022 turned out to be. “It was definitely, we can’t use the word strange anymore, but it […] The post ‘A generous vintage’ appeared first on VITIS .
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What’s in a name? Style and so much more In the world of wine, few grape varieties have captured the hearts and palates of enthusiasts quite like Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris. Its widespread popularity transcends borders, making it a beloved choice for wine lovers around the globe. Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris are the same grape […] The post Gris vs. Grigio appeared first on VITIS .
Many had expected entire lost crops due to mid-January deep freeze. Okanagan grape buds are breaking as weather warms, giving vineyard managers, winemakers and owners a clearer sense of what to expect this year. Many Okanagan Valley winery stakeholders expected the worst, after a severe cold snap in mid-January plunged temperatures below -20C, and were contemplating […] The post Bud break impresses some B.C. winery owners appeared first on VITIS .
