BC WINERIES PREPARED TO REOPEN ACROSS THE PROVINCE
On May 14, the BC Wine Institute engaged industry stakeholders in a constructive dialogue around reopening guidelines, and ultimately best practices, specific to the BC wine industry.
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A message from British Columbia Wine Institute – A Tribute to Harry McWatters
With vision and confidence, Harry was a driving force in the British Columbia wine industry for more than 50 years.
BC Wineries Excited About Size and Quality of Harvest 2018
BC’s annual grape harvest has arrived amid cooler temperatures in mid-August and early September. With the long, moderate season, wineries are indicating nice flavour development, beautiful acidity and increased crop levels for an exciting 2018 vintage. The first harvest for sparkling wine grapes started at the end of August, roughly two weeks later than in … Read more
Our #FavouriteThings – Summer Sipping with Tantalus
We all love BC Wine and summer is an ideal time to really enjoy sipping on the patio, pairing with our BBQ or picnic in the park. These are some of our #FavouriteThings. We like to call this “Summer Sipping”. So many opportunities to get outside and enjoy the British Columbia lifestyle. Whether you’re an … Read more
BC Wine Institute welcomes new Board of Directors and awards industry leaders at its 2018 Annual General Meeting
Following another successful Annual General Meeting (July 10, 2018 at the Delta Hotel, Kelowna), that brought together winery owners from across BC, the BC Wine Institute (BCWI) is pleased to announce its new Board of Directors. Nine voting BCWI Directors represent all British Columbia wineries. Newly elected or re-elected members of the Board of … Read more
Global Alliance to Protect Wine Place Names Welcomes the British Columbia Wine Institute During Vinexpo 2017
Wine Origins group expands to 23 with addition of British Columbia, McLaren Vale and Texas Leadership from the world’s premier wine regions hosted a tasting event today at Vinexpo 2017 to welcome three new members to the Joint Declaration to Protect Wine Place & Origin. The British Columbia Wine Institute of Canada, which represents … Read more
#FridayFavourites – what’s on this blustery week ahead Oct 14 – 21
Taste of Yaletown event brings a fresh approach with Sharing & Pairing menu Make a SPLASH at Arts Umbrella’s 34th Art Auction FARMERS MARKETS FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT LOW INCOME FAMILIES IN VANCOUVER CHAMPAGNE WISHES, CAVIAR DREAMS: BOULEVARD KITCHEN & OYSTER BAR HOSTS EXCLUSIVE TAITTINGER DINNER OCT. 18 Getting Ready For ChopStick … Read more
Exclusive Visa Infinite Wine Country Experiences Return to British Columbia
The BC Wine Institute is proud to partner again with Visa Infinite with an expanded series to create the ultimate wine touring experience for Visa Infinite cardholders. The British Columbia Wine Institute (BCWI) has teamed up again with Visa Infinite to create the ultimate wine touring program, exclusively for Visa Infinite cardholders. This year, … Read more
LES DAMES SUMMERDINE – AN EVENING TO SAVOUR
ANNUAL FUNDRAISER SUPPORTS EDUCATION AND OUTREACH Mark Wednesday, August 12th on your calendar for a unique dinner party as Les Dames d’Escoffier BC Chapter presents Les Dames Summerdine – Canada’s largest concurrent dinner party unfolding on one night only at more than 30 different restaurants, wineries, cooking schools and culinary venues across the province (see attached backgrounder for full list). This year … Read more
BC Wine Institute supports province’s first ever sub-appellation
The British Columbia Wine Institute is lauding the recent decision by the BC Wine Authority to approve the first sub-appellation in the province. Known as the Golden Mile Bench, located on the western slope of the Okanagan Valley south of Oliver, this marks the first sub-Designated Viticultural Area (or sub-Geographical Indication) of the … Read more