2019 #FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions – Chef Meets BC Grape
Always a favourite BC Wine event. What a super stocking stuffer or the ideal gift for a friend that loves BC Wine.
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ICEWINE HARVEST RETURNS TO BC
Recent plunging temperatures have prompted wineries to begin harvesting for Icewine. Temperatures dipped to -8˚C (17.6˚F), beginning November 28 making the conditions perfect for Icewine harvest. To be called true Icewine, frozen grapes must be harvested at -8˚C (17.6˚F), or below and must reach quality standards including 35 Brix of sugar.
2019 #FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions – Tinhorn Creek
One thing you can count on from Tinhorn Creek is consistently good wines. There is an undeniable history behind every bottle of wine produced. That is one of the reasons Tinhorn wines make our #FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions list.
Inaugural Uncorked – A Celebration of the Science of Wine – A Big Success!
Iconic Wineries of British Columbia in partnership with Science World at TELUS World of Science presented Uncorked: A Celebration of the Science of Wine,’ a spectacular wine-themed event. A one night only event that featured internationally acclaimed winemakers, viticulturists and chefs from Iconic Wineries of British Columbia showcasing the science, craftsmanship and terroir that make Okanagan wines so extraordinary.
Wednesday Wine Reviews by @Sam_WineTeacher
2015 Syrah-Viognier Hester Creek Oliver, BC $25.99 Garnet/black with deep intensity. An inviting nose of dark fruit, cocoa, earth, white pepper and vanilla. Good balance with soft ripe tannins. The flavours mirror the nose followed by a medium-plus finish. 2018 Rosé Vanessa Vineyards Cawston, BC $24.99 Take a sip and you’ll think you’ve … Read more
Noble Ridge asks Why wait until Black Friday?
The most tried and true time for saving on all your favourite products is coming up: Black Friday and Cyber Monday. But, why wait an extra week? Let’s get the deals rolling today!
2019 #FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions – Serendipity Winery
We spent a couple of days in Naramata this summer and a visit to Serendipity was definitely on our agenda. Fabulous wines!
2019 #FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions – Evolve Cellars
We love bubbles and we especially love bubbles that are as good as the Evolve Effervescence and come at such an affordable price point. A win, win! Hope you will enjoy sharing these wines as much as we do. Maybe you want to buy lots for gifts and to have on hand for your own holiday entertaining.
BC Wineries Remain Optimistic About Quality of Grape Harvest 2019
Winemakers remain optimistic as they head into the last few weeks of harvest with many looking forward to lower alcohol levels and vibrant natural acidity for a fresh and elegant 2019 vintage.
The first Fall Wine Maker’s Dinner hosted by Water Street Cafe featuring the Wines of Noble Ridge – a review
The team at Water Street did an incredible job presenting 6 courses starting with a selection of delicious canapés. The following courses were wonderfully seasonal, fresh and local orchestrated to a high level of culinary delight. As always the choice of dishes were complimented by the excellent choice of Noble Ridge wines.