Trends vs Terrior, an event sponsored by Wines of BC, was held recently at Science World to help celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Vintners Quality Alliance. David Scholefield was the emcee for this educational and entertaining evening. The esteemed panel for the debate included Christine Coletta, owner of Okanagan Crush Pad, Sid Cross, Honorary … Read more
Blue Grouse Winery is a Must-Visit this Summer Vancouver Island’s Pioneering Vineyard Awaits The Story: The historic Blue Grouse Estate Winery, nestled in the heart of the Cowichan Valley, continues its evolution with the opening of a new, modern winery facility and tasting room, set to open to the general public in June 2015. … Read more
2013 Garnacha (5G) Torres Campo de Borja, Spain $17.99 Bronze Medal Garnet red tinged with purple and a medium-deep intensity. The nose shows aromas of cherry, plum, forest floor, earth and cocoa. Good balance. Pleasing fruit on the palate with a medium-long finish. 2011 Riesling Zeller Peter & Peter (Feinherb) Mosel, Germany $12.59 … Read more
Chef’s Dinners, Cooking Classes & More This MonthThe old adage about March coming ‘in like a lamb and out like a lion’ couldn’t be more appropriate for this first month of The Year of the Sheep. We have a busy month ahead at Wild Rice and we hope you’ll join us. NEW – Chef Todd Cooks for You Our … Read more
Wineries Featured at the 2015 Grand Tasting Winemakers from all over the world have chosen to establish themselves in Washington, where they can create wines reflecting the region’s unique characteristics. Taste Washington gives you the opportunity to taste your favorites and experience something new.
Tickets On Sale! Grand Tasting VIP Tickets Are Limited! Go VIP to Taste Washington and enjoy these exclusive benefits: An extra hour to savor the event Access to the Barrel Room, our exclusive VIP lounge VIP swag bag Hours: 1pm – 5pm (Saturday and Sunday) Ticket prices: One-day: $160 | Two-day: $205 General Admission Hours: 2pm – … Read more
Celebrating the Inaugural release of Syrah Cuvée Classique. It’s big, it’s powerful. Cuvée Classique shows the dark, savory side of Syrah. It is all about the spice, pepper notes and darker fruit profile that this noble grape variety can show us, when cared for and grown in select terroir. According to Chinese philosophy, yin and yang, which … Read more
Announcing the release of Fortissimo 2012. Paying respect to the pioneers of Tuscany. This release of Fortissimo is a blend of 39% Merlot, 38% Cabernet Franc, 17% Cabernet Sauvignon and 6% Sangiovese Grosso. Showcasing the most amount of Cab Franc than in previous years. It’s our version of a Super-Tuscan. “A ‘Super Tuscan’ is described … Read more
2010 Garnacha Breca Calatayud, Spain $24.99 Silver Medal This wine, now four years old is ruby red in colour with medium-deep intensity. Blackberry, earth and spice aromas on the nose with a hint of bright cherry. Well balanced with firm ripe tannins. The flavours echo the nose with a medium finish. Serve with roasted meats … Read more
Well, I’m not a student of history, but I am willing to bet that there has never been a “Battle of Pinotage”. However, such an event took place just recently at my home. Let me explain. It all started out when I was in my local VQA store and noticed that The View Winery had … Read more