One of our #FavouriteThings – Summer Sipping with Pentâge Winery

As summer runs down I’m enjoying some of the #bcwine I bought during one of our three trips to the Okanagan this year (so far, I keep telling myself). Last night I enjoyed a 2013 Riesling from Pentâge Winery. One of the wineries we visited in late July. It was an interesting excursion not to … Read more

CheckMate Releases New Chardonnays

Here is your chance to snag some excellent CheckMate Chardonnays I am excited to announce the release of our newest Chardonnay, the 2015 Queen’s Advantage from CheckMate’s Combret Vineyard. Located in the Okanagan Valley’s pristine Golden Mile Bench, these 45 year old Chardonnay vines are among some of the first planted in Canada. Alongside the … Read more

Discover BC Wine Country with the Wines of British Columbia Trip Planner

As summer begins to wind down it can be the perfect time to do some BC Wine Country touring. There are so many regions to visit in British Columbia you’ll want to explore each region. For our first #FavouriteThings featured region we present the region of Kaleden Okanagan Falls Penticton Some of our favourite wineries are located … Read more

Wine Reviews: Three Gamays, Two Rieslings

2017 Gamay Rust Winery Oliver, BC $23.00 Initially, I was devastated to find out that Mount Boucherie no longer offered Gamay as it was a favourite of mine.  Fortunately, the news was not as bad as it first appeared.  The new owners also owned Rust Winery (located on the former Rustico site) and decided to … Read more

Amo Vino and Agricola Sanguinhal

Two young female entrepreneurs are making a splash in the Vancouver wine world.  Amo Vino is a new wine agency that specializes in wines that are outside of the norm.  They have searched out wines that speak to their roots, their sense of place.  Amo Vino features wines from small BC producers, Greece, Italy, Portugal, … Read more

Garagiste North – Sperling Vineyard Kelowna

It was with a touch of nostalgia that I participated in Garagiste North this year.  The first time I attended this wine festival was at Kelowna’s Laurel Packinghouse in 2015, just as I was starting the BC Wine Trends blog.  That weekend I started friendships with some passionate BC winemakers that actively support my blogging … Read more

Noble Ridge – We have a breath of fresh air for you!!

August is Sparkling month at Noble Ridge! We have several exciting events coming up including our sparkling vertical tasting at this month’s Winemaker Talks on August 23rd, or join us on Saturday August 25th, for our second annual Oysters & Bubbles Sparkling release party.   “Smoke-anagan” Surprise Pack Its smoky everywhere…might as well drink good wine!!   When smoke brings … Read more

Last chance to get your hands on Rosé and Bubbly!

National Geographic PhotoArk  Looking for something fun to do while you are in the Okanagan? Come by Liquidity and enjoy the world famous National Geographic PhotoArk exhibit. This world famous travelling exhibit is still up in our gallery for a couple more weeks – ending September 3rd. Come by and enjoy Joel Sartore’s beautiful images. … Read more

What’s your BC Wine Country Story? #Visit and #Vote #BestofBC18

  What’s your BC Wine Country Story? THE SIMILKAMEEN VALLEY The Similkameen Valley is a pristine stretch of vineyards, set amongst the dramatic backdrop of rugged and awe-inspiring mountains. Considered the “organic capital of Canada”, the area is known for small farms and producers dedicated to creating quality produce, delectable foods, and award-winning wines. Due … Read more

A Cowichan Valley Chef Cook-Off

Chefs Dan Hudson and Ian Blom compete at Blue Grouse Estate Winery   Chef Dan Hudson, winner of Chopped Canada, and chef Ian Blom of The Old Firehouse Wine and Cocktail Bar are revving up to host a rare collaborative Cowichan Valley Cook-Off at Blue Grouse Estate Winery on September 15th (6:30pm).   In spirit of this cook-off event, … Read more

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