Marquis Wine Cellars Rallies Vancouver Wine Community
for Summerland Fire Relief Fundraiser
August 26 tasting will bring Summerland wines and wine industry leaders to Vancouver, with Marquis matching all donations raised
Marquis Wine Cellars is bringing Vancouver’s wine community together in support of Summerland with a Summerland Fire Relief Fundraiser on Wednesday, August 26, from 4–6 p.m.
Hosted by Marquis Wine Cellars owner John Clerides, the public tasting will feature wines from Summerland alongside select Marquis Exclusives, with more participating wines and producers to be announced.
Admission is by a suggested $20 cash donation at the door, and Marquis will match the total amount raised. Featured wines will also be available for purchase at 10 per cent off, with snacks provided by Marquis.
The event is open to the public and media, offering an opportunity not only to support wildfire relief efforts, but also to connect with members of Summerland’s wine community.
Christine Coletta, co-founder of Haywire Winery, will attend in person and will be available to speak with media and guests about her experience during the Bald Range wildfire, its impact on the community and the growing #SummerlandStrong effort to support Summerland businesses and residents through recovery.
Peter Marshall of Sur Lie Imports will also be on hand pouring wines from Solvero Wines.
Wines from Summerland’s Pamplemousse Jus and Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards will also be poured, with additional participating wines to come.
WHAT
Summerland Fire Relief Fundraiser at Marquis Wine Cellars
A public wine tasting and fundraiser supporting organizations helping Okanagan communities affected by wildfire.
WHEN
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
4–6 p.m.
WHERE
Marquis Wine Cellars
1034 Davie Street
Vancouver, BC
ADMISSION
Suggested $20 cash donation at the door.
Marquis Wine Cellars will match the total amount raised, effectively doubling the impact of donations made through the fundraiser.
Funds will be divided equally among:
Community Foundation of the South Okanagan Similkameen – Wildfire Response Fund
Central Okanagan Food Bank
Paws It Forward Dog Rescue
WHO
John Clerides, owner, Marquis Wine Cellars
Christine Coletta, co-founder, Haywire Winery and Garnet Valley Ranch Winery
Peter Marshall, Sur Lie Imports
Wines being poured will include Haywire Winery, Solvero Wines, Pamplemousse Jus and Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards, along with Marquis Exclusives and additional wines to be announced.
Event details and online donations:
The event is open to the public, and anyone wanting to show their support for Summerland is encouraged to attend, make a $20 donation and discover wines from the community. Those unable to attend can still contribute online, with every online donation included in the amount Marquis will match.
Feature image: Summerland, B.C. photo credit: WineBC.com