The Times They Are a Changin’

Yes, the times are indeed changing, and like all farmers wine growers are a resilient lot and seem to possess tenacious optimism.  The last several years have been challenging for the wine industry for a variety of reasons, yet they bravely march on.  Here is an update on the current outlook from Black Hills Master … Read more

Rosé Any Day with @Sam_WineTeacher

Many years ago, I gave a presentation on rosé wines to the BC Guild of Wine Judges.  I titled it, Rosé: The Rodney Dangerfield of Wines – “I don’t get no respect”.  But a lot has changed since then and changed for the better, especially in BC. In BC we are blessed to have a … Read more

Holiday Gift Wines @Sam_WineTeacher

What wine lover doesn’t appreciate receiving a special bottle of wine no matter what the occasion?  Besides, if you are never quite sure what gift to buy someone, wine makes it easy.  I never have a problem walking through a wine shop and selecting wines for my friends.  Of course, it helps if you know … Read more

Tasting Group – White Rhone Wines

Historically, viognier has been one of the dominant white grapes of the Northern Rhone Valley.

Half Corked Marathon shortlisted in Canadian Tourism Awards 

Oliver Osoyoos Wine Country’s flagship event recognized in national awards   Oliver Osoyoos Wine Association’s Half Corked Marathon has been shortlisted for a Canadian Tourism Awards as a finalist for the Metro Toronto Convention Center Event of the Year. “We take great pride in the Half Corked Marathon, our flagship event of the year and … Read more

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