October 4th and 5th, 2024 | Tickets Now on Sale
Have you ever stood in front of a wall of wine, unsure of which bottle to choose or hesitant to commit because you’re unfamiliar with the tasting notes? Join us at the Victoria International Wine Festival on October 4th and 5th to explore more wines than you could ever imagine tasting. With access to over 350 wines from 113 wineries representing 18 countries, including rare wines debuting in Victoria, this event is a wine lover’s dream. Learn directly from winemakers, discover new favourites, and broaden your palate in an immersive wine experience. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or just starting your wine journey, this festival has something for everyone. Tickets are all-inclusive, giving you the chance to explore the world of wine in one unforgettable weekend.
Friday Grand Tasting – October 4th
Victoria Conference Centre
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Saturday Afternoon Tasting – October 5th
Victoria Conference Centre
3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Saturday Grand Tasting – October 5th
Victoria Conference Centre
7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Seminar: Blood Relations | Saturday @ 5:30pm
CA$52.07incl. CA$3.60 Fee / incl. CA$2.48 GST
Sales end on Oct 1, 2024
“Blood Relations: The Many Faces of Sangiovese,” a seminar led by Dr. John Volpe. This seminar will explore the rich diversity of Sangiovese wines from various regions of Italy. Dr. Volpe will provide an in-depth analysis of the grape’s history and significance in Italian viticulture, along with a guided tasting of selected Sangiovese wines to highlight their distinct regional characteristics.
Seminar: Pinot Noir: The Islands | Saturday @ 1:30
Time: 1:30pm October 5th at the Conference Center
CA$3.60 Fee / incl. CA$2.48 GST
Sales end on Oct 1, 2024
Discover the passion and expertise of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands’ winemakers as they delve into the heart of their Pinot Noir. Join them on a journey through the unique terroir.
Please read the bio of each ticket type when purchasing tickets. Not all events are located at the Conference Centre. We will email all ticket holders of events at locations that are different from the Conference Centre. Each ticket showcases the date and location. Not all events are open to the public.
Wine Dinner – Rioja meets The Courtney Room
Sunday, September 29, 6:00 PM
The Courtney Room • Victoria, BC
Starts at CA$184.07
TRADE REGISTRATION & MASTER SEMINAR
FRIDAY, October 4th
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
CA$15.75incl. CA$0.75 GST
Sales end on Oct 3, 2024
Please note that this tasting session is exclusive to liquor store buyers and managers, restaurant owners, chefs, and portfolio managers. This tasting is not for service staff. LOCATION: CARSEN HALL AT THE CONFERENCE CENTER DATE/TIME: FRIDAY, October 4th, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm. To Enter, you must be 19+ years of age and have ID to ensure this. If you wish to register multiple staff that is fine by us, but you will need to ensure that you pay for each person
Trade Tasting Event Policy
Attendance at Trade Tasting events is strictly limited to professionals working within the wine or wine-and-food industry. To ensure compliance, each individual must provide their occupational title and company name at the time of ticket purchase. This information will be verified and used to create trade-specific nametags.
Important:
- Verification: Occupational titles and company names will be cross-checked to confirm industry affiliation.
- Access Requirements: During afternoon trade sessions, a trade nametag and a valid ticket are required for entry into the Tasting Room.
- No Exceptions: Individuals without the required trade credentials will not be permitted access.
By adhering to these guidelines, we aim to maintain the professional integrity of our events.
Please note that Trade Events can take place at multiple locations around the city. For more information, please see the agenda below. You may request a Trade passkey from agents or wineries to gain free access.
This is a 19+ Event and will require all Trade to have two pieces of I.D. to enter.
Victoria International Wine Festival (#VICWF)
Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, is a city surrounded by natural beauty, blessed with a Mediterranean climate, coloured with gardens, and home to a lively food and wine scene. For ten years, the sought-after Victoria International Wine Festival has hosted a collection of the best in international wine every fall. The Victoria International Wine Festival is directed at building the knowledge of the average wine consumer, demonstrating new wines, and acknowledging beloved wine standards to veteran consumers.
Information and images courtesy of the Victoria International Wine Festival.
