Sam The Wine Teacher 
Evolve, the latest addition to the TIME Family of Wines, is dedicated to traditional-method sparkling wines, and right out of the gate has won many prestigious awards on both the national and international stage. The modern, chic tasting room was designed to impress. Every detail celebrates bubbles–from the sparkling décor to the playful energy that … Read more
In addition to the weekly wine review and the various other, usually wine-related, articles I write for My Van City, I am going to include a new one that will appear from time to time. I’m calling it, ‘From the Cellar’. It will be similar to the wine reviews, except that it will feature wines … Read more
Fort Berens Estate Winery, nestled in the rugged beauty of Lillooet, British Columbia, continues to elevate its reputation as one of the province’s premier wine producers. Overlooking the scenic Fraser River, this pioneering winery has made its mark with a diverse portfolio of wines—offering nearly two dozen unique bottlings—but it’s their red wines that always … Read more
You just have to love Moon Curser Winery. Where else are you going to find such a wide range of wines—many of them unique to Moon Curser alone? To borrow a line from Frank Sinatra, they did it their way. From the beginning, Chris and Beata Tolley were ahead of the curve, planting varietals previously … Read more
In addition to the weekly wine review and the various other, usually wine-related, articles I write for My Van City, I am going to include a new one that will appear from time to time. I’m calling it, ‘From the Cellar’. It will be similar to the wine reviews, except that it will feature wines … Read more
And the beat goes on. There’s a new kid on the block in Osoyoos. Well, sort of. Adega on 45th, a fixture in the South Okanagan since 2011, was founded by Maria Nunes and Fred Farinha after decades of family experience in tree-fruit farming. Set against the dramatic backdrop of Anarchist Mountain and perched on … Read more
In the rugged and sun-drenched Similkameen Valley of British Columbia lies a winery as humble in size as it is bold in spirit. Little Farm Winery, nestled in the heart of Cawston, is a tiny but mighty producer of natural wine that captures the essence of its land with every bottle. With just four acres … Read more
Bordeaux. A port city in southwestern France. Bordeaux, a city on the Garonne River. Bordeaux, the name of the surrounding region. Bordeaux, the name given to wines from this world-famous area that resonates with wine lovers everywhere. Bordeaux. Wines that span red, white, rosé, and sweet dessert styles. Bordeaux. Home to legendary sub-regions such … Read more
2024 Chardonnay (Here and There Series) Fort Berens Lillooet, BC $24.99 Pale straw with medium-light intensity. Tropical fruit, peach, pineapple, banana, lemon cream, and honey on the nose. Good balance. The flavours echo the nose, followed by a medium-plus finish. This lightly oaked wine suits a wide range of foods, including a spice-rubbed roasted chicken. … Read more
In addition to the weekly wine review and the various other, usually wine-related, articles I write for My Van City, I am going to include a new one that will appear from time to time. I’m calling it, ‘From the Cellar’. It will be similar to the wine reviews, except that it will feature aged … Read more