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The Turkish Restaurant That Could Only Exist in Penticton
The post The Turkish Restaurant That Could Only Exist in Penticton appeared first on Social Sips .
by Nicole MacKay9 viewsfoodokanaganrestaurant - news
A Triumvirate of Pinots from BC’s Red Rooster Winery_PR SAMPLE
Have you tried the wines from BC’s Red Rooster Winery lately? This winery has been around for over 25 years, located on the Naramata Bench. Check out the new wine labels for the winery. I quite like the watercolour-like texture of the rooster. I received three bottles of “Pinots” from the winery: a Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, and a blend...
by mywinepal16 viewsbcokanaganpinot-blancpinot-grispinot-noirvqa - news
Celebrate Summer with Township 7
There are some wines that just can’t be ignored for summertime sipping and these three are tops of any wine lovers list. Enjoy the wines with lighter fare, charcuterie and cheese boards and even beefy bbq this summer. These wines have a versatility that makes them the perfect choice. 2025 Pinot Gris TASTING NOTES This ... Read more The post Celebrate Summer with Township 7 first appeared on My VanCity .
by MyVanCity14 viewswine2018-sauvignon-blanc-semillonbc-winefood-pairngfraser-valleynaramata - news
Quick Review: BC’s Township 7 Viognier and Rose 2025_PR SAMPLE
More 2025 vintage BC white and rosé wines are being released, just in time for summer. I received a Viognier and a rosé wine from Township 7 Vineyards & Winery. Viognier and rosé wines seem to be quite popular with BC wineries this year, as I’ve received and tasted many of them recently. But now, let me tell you about...
by mywinepal18 viewsbcokanaganrosesyrahviogniervqa - news
Time to Sparkle with Blue Grouse Estate Winery Wines_PR SAMPLE
Have you ever heard of a sparkling wine called Charme de l’ile, Island Charm in English? It is not a wine from France. It is from Vancouver Island and can only be made on Vancouver Island using Island grapes. Just like Champagne can only be made in the Champagne region of France. Charme is also a nod to the method...
by mywinepal15 viewsbcokanagansparklingvancouver-islandvqabacchus - news
Two Big Red Wines from BC’s Gold Hill Winery_PR SAMPLE
For the past few articles, I’ve been writing about white, aromatic wines and sparkling wines for the summer. But there is more than bright, white, and sparkling wines for the summer. Think red wines for the BBQ. Today I have two red wines coming from the Okanagan’s Gold Hill Winery. They have an excellent reputation for big red wines. The...
by mywinepal18 viewsbccabernet-sauvignonfood-and-wine-pairingokanagansyrahvqa - news
Two Hester Creek Estate Winery 2025 Pinots_PR SAMPLE
BC wineries are quite accomplished at producing quality, aromatic white wines. I have two aromatic white wines from the Okanagan coming from the Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris grapes. They are the Hester Creek Estate Winery Old Vine Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris wines from the 2025 vintage. 2025 was a fantastic vintage for BC Okanagan wines. The white wines...
by mywinepal15 viewsbcokanaganpinot-blancpinot-grisvqabcvqa - news
Let’s Compare Two 2025 BC Okanagan Viognier_PR SAMPLE
As I recently tasted two Okanagan Viognier wines from the 2025 vintage, I thought it may be interesting to compare and contrast between the two wines. Terroir of course can affect the aromas and flavours, but also the winemaker’s methods of vinification. The two wines I tasted were the Hester Creek Estate Winery Viognier 2025 and the other is the...
by mywinepal15 viewsbcokanaganviogniervqabcvqabcwine - news
Hester Creek Estate Winery: Two More Aromatic BC White Wines for Summer_PR SAMPLE
My last article was on two aromatic wines from Blasted Church Vineyards. I tasted their Viognier and Sauvignon Blanc. Today I tasted two more aromatic BC white wines, but this time from Hester Creek Estate Winery. I tasted their Hester Creek Estate Winery Viognier 2025 and Hester Creek Estate Winery Riesling 2025. It will be interesting to compare the styles...
by mywinepal15 viewsbcokanaganrieslingviogniervqabcvqa - news
Noble Ridge’s 2019 The One Named Best Sparkling Wine at ACWC
If you enjoy BC sparkling wine, you may be interested to find out which wine was named the best sparkling wine at the All Canadian Wine Championships this year. It is Noble Ridge’s 2019 The One. Here is the press release about their win, as written by the winery. Okanagan Falls, BC [July 7, 2026] Noble Ridge Vineyard & Winery...
by mywinepal22 viewsawardsbcchardonnayokanaganpinot-noirpress-release - news
Two Aromatic White Wines for the Summer from Blasted Church Vineyards_PR SAMPLE
Today I have two aromatic white wines to tell you about from BC’s Blasted Church Vineyards. I tasted their Blasted Church Vineyards Renaissance Series Sauvignon Blanc 2025 and Blasted Church Vineyards Renaissance Series Viognier 2025. These wines come from our latest, fantastic 2025 harvest. It is nice to see our wineries doing so well this vintage after the problems with...
by mywinepal16 viewsbcokanagansauvignon-blancviogniervqablasted-church-vineyards - news
Family-Friendly and Pet-Friendly BC Wineries & Cideries for Summer 2026
It is not too late to start checking out wine-inspired vacation destinations in British Columbia. But if you have children and/or fur babies, you may want to pick locations and wineries that have something to offer for them as well. Here is a list of BC wineries and more that have family-friendly options for parents travelling with children or pets for...
by mywinepal20 viewsfamily-friendlyholidayokanaganpet-friendlytravelvacation - news
Two Rose Wines From BC’s Hester Creek’s 2025 Vintage_PR SAMPLE
We are having wonderful summertime sunny weather, and it is a great time to review two BC rosé wines for you. I have Hester Creek Estate Winery’s Rosé Pinot Noir 2025 and Rosé Cabernet Franc 2025. Many people know about rosé wine being made from Pinot Noir grapes, but not too many know that Cabernet Franc also makes an excellent...
by mywinepal15 viewsbccabernet-francokanaganpinot-noirrosevqa - news
Match Day Pints: Where to Celebrate the Beautiful Game in BC
The world’s biggest sporting event has arrived, and BC is ready to celebrate. While Vancouver takes centre stage as a host city, communities across the province are joining the excitement with fan zones, watch parties, beer gardens, live entertainment, and plenty of opportunities to cheer alongside fellow fans. So, whether you’re looking for a lively … Continued The post Match Day Pints: Where to Celebrate the Beautiful Game in BC appeared first on The BC Ale Trail .
by Carolina Horna18 viewseventsfraser-valleykamloopskelownalangleynew-west-delta-surrey-richmond - news
Haywire Winery and Provence Marinaside Sparkling Wine Collaboration
Created through a collaboration between Provence Marinaside and Haywire Winery, this newly released, limited edition, Brut Nature Sparkling wine is all about purity, precision, and place. Crafted from 66% Pinot Noir and 34% Chardonnay grown at Haywire’s organically farmed Garden Valley Ranch estate vineyard in the high-altitude Okanagan, the wine carries a subtle shade of pink in the glass. Bottled...
by mywinepal17 viewsbcchardonnayfood-and-wine-pairingokanaganorganicpinot-noir - news
Rooted in Opportunity
How domestic market growth could transform Canada’s wine country economy
by Wine Growers Canada15 viewsarticlewineannapolis-valleygdpdeloitteokanagan - news
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 .
by MyVanCity16 viewswinethisisourbcbc-stylefifa-world-cup-2026football-seasonfraser-valley - news
Two Elegant Big Reds from BC’s Township 7: Reserve 7 2022 and NBO 2022_PR SAMPLE
BC’s Township 7 Vineyards & Winery has two elegant red wines that should go well with our beautiful summer plans of a BBQ with family or friends. The wines I received to review are their Township 7 Vineyards & Winery Benchmark Series NBO 2022 and Township 7 Vineyards & Winery Benchmark Series Reserve 7 2022. Both wines are blends. The...
by mywinepal21 viewsbcbordeauxcabernet-franccabernet-sauvignonmerlotokanagan - news
Ontario Chardonnay Review: Wending Home Estate Vineyards & Winery Chardonnay 2023_PR SAMPLE
I received three vintages of Chardonnay from Ontario’s Wending Home Estate Vineyards & Winery as part of my Ontario Chardonnay Review. I reviewed the 2020 and 2021 vintages previously (see article), and today I am reviewing their 2023 vintage. Without further delay, here are my tasting notes for this wine. My Wine Tasting Note Wending Home Estate Vineyards & Winery...
by mywinepal18 viewsniagaraokanaganonchardreviewontariochardonnaywending-home-estate-vineyards-winery - news
Inside 1 Mill Road’s Cross-Border Wine Chapter
The post Inside 1 Mill Road’s Cross-Border Wine Chapter appeared first on Social Sips .
by Nicole MacKay20 viewswinebritish-columbiaokanaganwinemaking - news
Celebrate Sunny Weather With Township 7 Provenance Series Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris 2025_PR SAMPLE
With our brilliant blue sky, green leaves on our trees opening, and robins singing, it is time to enjoy BC white wines. Here are two that I received from Township 7 Vineyards & Winery; their Provenance Series, Blue Terrace Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2025 and their Provenance Series Pinot Gris 2025. 2025 was a fantastic year for BC grapes and winemaking...
by mywinepal30 viewsbcokanaganpinot-grissauvignon-blancvqabcvqa - news
Wedding Bar Hacks Every Couple Should Know
Your wedding bar doesn’t need to be over-the-top to impress. Sure, intricate ice sculptures look dramatic and beautiful—but let’s be honest, they’re a bit overkill. Instead, focus on small, thoughtful touches that actually make a difference in the flow of the bar and the guest experience. Here are some underrated hacks couples often overlook, but... View Article
by Dustin18 viewstop-tipsbritish-columbiacocktailkelowna-bartendingmobile-barmobile-bartender - news
Okanagan Chardonnay Finds Its Voice
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by Nicole MacKay17 viewswinebritish-columbiachardonnayokanagan - news
Extreme weather events temper predictions B.C.’s wine region could grow as climate warms
Study says B.C. among regions positioned to benefit, but extreme weather events remain a threat. It’s too early to tell yet exactly how much damage was done during the January cold snap that hit the Okanagan-Similkameen, but early models show crops yields could be decimated this year. Despite the setbacks the past few years, a recent […] The post Extreme weather events temper predictions B.C.’s wine region could grow as climate warms appeared first on VITIS .
by Vitis Magazine20 viewssustainabilityclimate-changeokanagan