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Taste of Spring with Hester Creek Wines
In the Spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love What’s missing here is that in actual fact man’s and woman’s thoughts turn to thoughts of spring wine releases. Like these gorgeous offerings from Hester Creek Estate Winery. These wines are meant to be enjoyed now, whether you are sipping them on ... Read more The post Taste of Spring with Hester Creek Wines first appeared on My VanCity .
by Valerie van der Gracht14 viewsfeaturedwine2023-character-white2025-old-vine-pinot-blanc2025-pinot-gris2025-sauvignon-blanc - news
Taste of Spring with Poplar Grove
In the Spring a young man’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love What’s missing here is that in actual fact man’s and woman’s thoughts turn to thoughts of spring wine releases. Like these delightful offerings from Poplar Grove These wines are meant to be enjoyed now, whether you are sipping them on the patio ... Read more The post Taste of Spring with Poplar Grove first appeared on My VanCity .
by Valerie van der Gracht13 viewsfeaturedwine100-vqa-winesbc-winebcwinemonthcsm-2022 - news
#BCWineMonth Gold Hill Estate Winery
April was officially declared BC Wine Month and Gold Hill Estate Winery is the featured winery on Wine Club Canada this month. Here is a link to Wine Club Canada if you want to check them out. Please note that this month you can use Valerie10 to receive a 10% discount on new subscriptions. Here ... Read more The post #BCWineMonth Gold Hill Estate Winery first appeared on My VanCity .
by Valerie van der Gracht13 viewsfeaturedwineaprilbc-winebcwinemonthgold-hill-cabernet-franc-2019 - news
#ThisWineThatDish | Charisma Unoaked Chardonnay | Zucchini Lasagne
“In this series, I will be sharing my take on which Wines pair well with some inspirational recipes” Nothing better than an easy drinking patio wine that also pairs nicely with everything from spicy Thai to down home bbq fare. These are wines to share with friends that you know appreciate your good taste and ... Read more The post #ThisWineThatDish | Charisma Unoaked Chardonnay | Zucchini Lasagne first appeared on My VanCity .
by Valerie van der Gracht21 viewsdiningfeaturedwinethiswinethatdish2022-charisma-un-oaked-chardonnaybc-wine - news
Meet The Makers Wine Panel
Yesterday I attended a trade event in Victoria titled Vintage 2025 in B.C. – Bounce Back / Rebuild that was hosted by Way West Wines and moderated by Treve Ring. The wineries and their representatives in attendance were: Charlie Baessler, Corcelettes Winery Richard Charnock, JoieFarm Winery Max Legris, Sage Hayward Wines Alison Moyes, Solvero Vineyards ... Read more The post Meet The Makers Wine Panel first appeared on My VanCity .
by Valerie van der Gracht15 viewswinebcwinealison-moyes-solvero-vineyardsbc-winecharlie-baessler-corcelettes-winerycorcelettes-phoenix-syrah-rose-2024 - news
Red Rooster Winery Celebrates the Return of the Rooster
Red Rooster Winery Unveils New Label Celebrating the Return of Its Iconic Rooster After more than 25 years of crafting expressive wines on the Naramata Bench, Red Rooster Winery is proud to unveil a refreshed label design that brings back the brand’s iconic rooster. The relaunch celebrates the winery’s history while signaling a confident new ... Read more The post Red Rooster Winery Celebrates the Return of the Rooster first appeared on My VanCity .
by MyVanCity18 viewswinerefreshedbc-winecharacterconfidenceconfident - news
Reflections on Winemaker & GM at Gold Hill Winery Val Tait
Gold Hill Estate Winery is the featured winery on Wine Club Canada this month so it seemed an ideal time to share with you Reflections on Winemaker Val Tait. But just before we get into that, just in case you don’t read right to the end, here is a link to Wine Club Canada if ... Read more The post Reflections on Winemaker & GM at Gold Hill Winery Val Tait first appeared on My VanCity .
by Valerie van der Gracht18 viewsfeaturedwinevineyardsviticulture100-cabernet-francbc-wine - news
LITTLE ENGINE WINES WELCOMES ANDREW WINDSOR AS WINEMAKER
LITTLE ENGINE WINES WELCOMES ANDREW WINDSOR AS WINEMAKER A new era unfolds on the Naramata Bench as Scott Robinson steps into the role of Wine Director Little Engine Wines is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Windsor as winemaker, succeeding founding winemaker Scott Robinson, who assumes the newly created role of Wine Director. The ... Read more The post LITTLE ENGINE WINES WELCOMES ANDREW WINDSOR AS WINEMAKER first appeared on My VanCity .
by MyVanCity20 viewswineandrew-windsorbc-winecanadian-winefounding-winemaker-scott-robinsonlittle-engine-wines - news
Hester Creek | the Origin Series
Hester Creek Estate Winery Origin Series Inspired by the legendary super Tuscan wines of Italy. Today I am introducing you to two of the special wines from the Hester Creek Estate Winery Origin series. Wines of phenomenal origin and destiny, the Judge and Garland are crafted from the best barrels in the Hester Creek Cellar, ... Read more The post Hester Creek | the Origin Series first appeared on My VanCity .
by Valerie van der Gracht18 viewsfeaturedwinecellar2022-garland2022-the-judgebc-wine - news
2022 Haywire Lunar Red: Welcoming the Year of the Horse
There are wines that simply mark a moment, and then there are wines that mean something. Haywire Winery’s Lunar Red has always belonged firmly in the latter camp with an annual release that intertwines wine, culture, and community in a way few Canadian bottlings manage to achieve. With the arrival of the 2022 Lunar Red, […] The post 2022 Haywire Lunar Red: Welcoming the Year of the Horse appeared first on Advinetures.ca .
by Chris and Allison Wallace26 viewsblogadvineturesbc-merlotbc-winebc-wineryhaywire-lunar-red - news
Quails’ Gate: A Century in the Making
Quails’ Gate Estate Winery represents one of the Okanagan Valley’s most influential agricultural success stories; one that began long before the region was known for wine. The Stewart family has farmed its stretch of West Kelowna for more than a century, beginning in 1908 when Irish horticulturist Richard Stewart Sr. established one of the valley’s […] The post Quails’ Gate: A Century in the Making appeared first on Advinetures.ca .
by Chris and Allison Wallace22 viewsblogadvineturesbc-winemarechal-fochokanagan-valleyokanagan-valley-wine - news
Fort Berens: Lillooet’s Star Shines Bright This Holiday Season
When most wine lovers think of BC, their minds drift to the Okanagan with its shimmering lake framed by golden hills, sprawling vineyards, and a well-worn wine tourism circuit. But tucked away in the Fraser Canyon under the gaze of the towering Coast Mountains, lies Fort Berens Estate Winery, a Lillooet gem that continues to […] The post Fort Berens: Lillooet’s Star Shines Bright This Holiday Season appeared first on Advinetures.ca .
by Chris and Allison Wallace28 viewsblogadvineturesalex-nel-winemakerbc-winebritish-columbia-winecanadian-wine - news
Celebrating BC Wine with John Schreiner in his new biography “Goodgrog”
For anyone passionate about British Columbia wines, John Schreiner is a name that resonates deeply. A true icon of our local industry, John’s dedication to chronicling the evolving landscape of BC wine is unparalleled. His regular dispatches offer invaluable insights, and today, we’re taking a moment to highlight some of his recent reports that showcase […] The post Celebrating BC Wine with John Schreiner in his new biography “Goodgrog” appeared first on BC Wine Lover .
by Mike Klassen27 viewsnews-commentarybc-winejohn-schreinerwine-writing - news
Okanagan Valley Wines: Resilience in the Face of Adversity
It’s been a rough few years for British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley wine producers. A region once defined by boundless promise is now navigating a new normal marked by climate volatility, crop loss, and uncertainty. And yet, in the glass, hope still speaks and often very eloquently. I recently sat down to taste a handful of wines from two premiere Okanagan wineries. They reinforced an already firmly held conviction of just how important this region is to Canada’s fine wine landscape. But first, let’s talk about the storm the industry is weathering. Fire, Deep Freezes, and the Fight to Survive The Okanagan has endured a brutal string of vintages. It started with the catastrophic 2021 wildfires. That summer, blazes tore through the South Okanagan, shutting down tasting rooms and threatening livelihoods. The aftermath was equally devastating. Many 2021 wines showed clear signs of smoke taint, forcing wineries to declassify or discard entire cuvées. Some producers skipped bottling altogethe
by Jacky Blisson21 viewsreviews2024-vintagebc-winecanadian-winechardonnayclimate-change