From 1968 to Double Gold: Sam Baptiste’s Wine Journey Comes Full Circle at Apricus Cellars

Reading Time: 3 minutes Apricus Cellars made a remarkable statement at the 2026 All Canadian Wine Championships, earning Double Gold, Gold and Bronze. Behind the medals is the inspiring story of co-owner Sam Baptiste, whose journey in BC wine began by planting the original vines at Nk'Mip in 1968. The post From 1968 to Double Gold: Sam Baptiste’s Wine Journey Comes Full Circle at Apricus Cellars appeared first on BCWineTrends .

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Hester Creek’s 2024 Petit Verdot Malbec Delivers Bold Character and Remarkable Balance

Reading Time: 3 minutes Hester Creek's Columbia Valley Collection continues to impress with its 2024 Petit Verdot Malbec. Sourced from Washington's acclaimed Red Mountain AVA and crafted entirely in Oliver, this bold, beautifully balanced blend delivers exceptional value at 91 points. The post Hester Creek’s 2024 Petit Verdot Malbec Delivers Bold Character and Remarkable Balance appeared first on BCWineTrends .

Hester Creek’s Summer VQA Collection Signals a Stellar 2025 Okanagan Vintage

Reading Time: 6 minutes Hester Creek Estate Winery expands its 2025 portfolio with five new VQA releases, including Ti Amo Sparkling, Viognier, Riesling and two rosés. Combined with the winery's earlier spring releases, the collection offers one of the clearest early looks at what could become a standout Okanagan vintage. The post Hester Creek’s Summer VQA Collection Signals a Stellar 2025 Okanagan Vintage appeared first on BCWineTrends .

River Stone Small Lot Merlot 2022: A Small-Lot Experiment That Delivers Big Results

Reading Time: 3 minutes River Stone's Small Lot Merlot 2022 showcases the exceptional quality of BC's celebrated 2022 vintage. Produced from estate-grown fruit at River Rock Vineyard and crafted using the saignée method, this limited 100-case release delivers concentrated dark fruit, refined structure and impressive depth. 93 Points. 🍷 The post River Stone Small Lot Merlot 2022: A Small-Lot Experiment That Delivers Big Results appeared first on BCWineTrends .

From 1968 to Double Gold: Sam Baptiste’s Wine Journey Comes Full Circle at Apricus Cellars

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Hester Creek’s 2024 Petit Verdot Malbec Delivers Bold Character and Remarkable Balance

Hester Creek’s Summer VQA Collection Signals a Stellar 2025 Okanagan Vintage

River Stone Small Lot Merlot 2022: A Small-Lot Experiment That Delivers Big Results