Penticton’s TIME Winery Riesling Wins Top White Wine at 2018 Cornucopia
Penticton’s TIME Winery Riesling Wins Top White Wine at 2018 Cornucopia, presented by BlueShore Financial
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Dining in the Okanagan – Miradoro at Tinhorn Creek
We just enjoyed the most wonderful dinner at Miradoro. Not only is the location absolutely stunning, and if you go for lunch be prepared for the most spectacular views in the region, but the dining experience is top notch.
Enter the Sip and Savour contest!
Test your knowledge of BC wine country, learn about BC’s new wine appellations, and enter to win each week, for nine weeks! Why? You could win a premium wine and food gift basket or our grand prize – an all-expense paid three-night, two-day trip to BC wine country. It’s simple. Visit our website for questions … Read more
Wine Touring and Tasting at Burrowing Owl Estate Winery
One of the steadfast and better known wineries in British Columbia the Burrowing Owl Estate Winery retains it’s rightful position as a force to be reckoned with in the #bcwine world. Set right in the middle of acres of grapes this favourite never disappoints. It is amazing that year after year they produce top quality … Read more
TWB Bursting with Bubbles for Champagne Day
As novelist F. Scott Fitzgerald once said “too much of anything is bad, but too much champagne is just right.” How lucky for us that October 19 is Global Champagne Day – a day to raise a glass of the quintessential wine of celebration. According to TWB-The Wine Bar’s Wine Director Joshua Carlson, “Bubbles turn any occasion, … Read more
“Consistently Exceptional Always Memorable” – Burrowing Owl Estate Winery
Burrowing Owl Estate Winery is exceptional and our visit was memorable. Those are the words on the front of the brochure we picked up at the welcoming desk when we arrived for our overnight stay at the Guest House.
What’s happening this Fall at Quails’ Gate
Hello Fall. It’s a busy time at the winery with fall colours appearing and harvest in full swing. So far, the vineyard team has picked Foch, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with more coming in daily. Our winemaking team has two exciting additions – our first concrete eggs (aptly named Julio and Enrique Egglesias). In … Read more
Wednesday Wine Reviews @Sam_WineTeacher
This post features some wineries I have tried for the first time. 2016 Chardonnay Fort Berens Lillooet, $18.98 Straw coloured with medium-light intensity. Oak slightly dominates the nose (I like this style) followed by tropical fruit, citrus, butter and toast. Good balance with good mouthfeel. The flavours echo the nose. Pleasing flavours linger on the … Read more
Blue Mountain Reception Offers Exclusive Taste of New Releases
On Friday, October 19 2018, Vancouverites will have the chance to enjoy a special preview of wines newly released by Blue Mountain Vineyard and Cellars.
Christine Coletta Receives Founders Award at Okanagan Fall Wine Festival
On September 27, Christine Coletta, owner of Okanagan Crush Pad (OCP), has been presented the Founders Award at the Okanagan Fall Wine Festival. Coletta has been presented the award in recognition of her contributions to the BC wine industry. When presented the award in front of industry peers by industry veteran Harry McWatters of ENCORE Vineyards, Coletta said … Read more