Part 3: Mission Hill Tour After our luncheon at CedarCreek, we were on our way to scenic Mission Hill, one of the cornerstones of the Okanagan wine industry. Anthony von Mandl purchased the struggling Golden Valley winery in 1981 and renamed it Mission Hill. The winery itself dates back to 1966, but von Mandl’s vision … Read more
The second stop on our Visa Infinite Wine Tour: A Day in Okanagan Wine Country was lunch at CedarCreek Estate Winery. CedarCreek is practically next door to Martin’s Lane, but the experience is quite different. Our lunch was prepared by Executive Chef Neil Taylor, whose cooking at Home Block Restaurant is built around local, seasonal … Read more
Explore the most vibrant season in wine regions across the province.
The Visa Infinite Okanagan Wine Tasting Tour brought a small group together in Kelowna for a day.
You showed up. When we put the call out that all tasting fees collected and $2 from every bottle sold online and through the wine shop will be donated to the Penticton Search and Rescue, you answered. We have been overwhelmed by the generosity of our guests and customers who have topped up their cellars … Read more
We’re back – at least part way… Hope everyone has had the best week possible – ours has been positive – the ups and downs of navigating through the aftermath of the Bald Range wildfire and ensuring that our team is safe and healthy. Good news on the horizon! As we work through the clean … Read more
Through quality, innovation and sustainability, Monte Creek Winery in the Thompson Valley is turning unique growing conditions into award-winning premium wines.¹ MyVanCity has long been fans of Monte Creek wines and these wines featured here are no exception. Although they have been categorized as summer wines, perfect to sipping, they are much more than that, … Read more
If US products return, don’t do it at the expense of BC products or jobs Wine Growers British Columbia (WGBC) is calling on the Province to ensure that any return of US alcohol to BC Liquor Store shelves does not come at the expense of British Columbia products or BC jobs. “If US products have … Read more
Pour for the Okanagan. Stand with our community. One week has passed since we launched our wildfire relief initiative, and we want to thank everyone who has supported the Okanagan community. The South Okanagan is open and welcoming visitors. Conditions are currently favourable, and the highway from Kelowna is fully open. We can’t wait to … Read more
