Vasanti Estate Winery Builds on a Strong 2025 Vintage With Four Fresh Releases

Reading Time: 6 minutes Vasanti Estate Winery celebrates a strong return from the devastating 2024 freeze with four fresh 2025 releases, including its first Sauvignon Blanc and an outstanding 92-point Pinot Gris. We taste the new wines and meet lead winemaker Petar Djuric, whose arrival signals an exciting new direction for the family-owned South Okanagan winery. The post Vasanti Estate Winery Builds on a Strong 2025 Vintage With Four Fresh Releases 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 .

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 .

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 .

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