Swirl Around BC and The Future of the BC Wine Industry
Here are the wines that were tasted along with the winery notes and my impressions.
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BC WINE HARVEST IS UNDERWAY ACROSS THE PROVINCE
Despite the impacts on quantity wine growers are reporting outstanding quality.
New Chronos Tasting Room at TIME
A special event to officially christen the opening of the Chronos Tasting Room by TIME Family of Wines.
Rosé Hike with @Sam_WineTeacher
As the saying goes, ‘Only mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the midday sun.’ Well, I’m not sure which one I am, but seeing as it is Rosé Wine Month what else was there to do? After some morning commitments, Anita and I quickly got things together and headed out for a hike. … Read more
Fort Berens’ New Releases
Lillooet’s original pioneering winery, Fort Berens, continues to impress wine lovers year after year.
Expressions of Place, People, and Time – Master Class
Wine grape growing and wine making are not for the faint of heart.
Tasting Group – Aged Gamay
Wayne Meadows is one of the founding members of our tasting group, which began in 1978. Besides being a renowned winemaker, he is very organized and plans his September tastings several years ahead of time, so it was no surprise to find out that this year’s tasting was ‘Aged BC Gamay’ wines. Those who are … Read more
Wine Growers British Columbia is calling on all BC wineries to apply now for the WSSP program
Government announces new wine sector support program to assist BC wineries in challenging times. Wineries are to apply by August 12! #BCWine #CDNWine Wine Growers of British Columbia Wine Growers of Canada
Wednesday Wine Reviews with @Sam_WineTeacher
Wine Reviews June 28, 2022 2021 Rosé Fort Berens Lillooet, BC $21.99 This is a Pinot Noir dominant blend (79%), with small amounts of Merlot (13%), and Cabernet Franc (8%), all of which were estate grown. Winemaker Alex Nel felt that the small additions helped to boost the colour and add a note of … Read more
The BC Wine Grape 2021 Vintage Report Now Available
Overall, winegrowers throughout British Columbia agree that despite the vagaries of Mother Nature, the 2021 vintage will be remembered for low yields but intensely flavoured fruit.