Bottega Wine Studio: A Hidden Gem in Cawston

Adding to my list of hidden gems, Bottega Wine Studio in Cawston certainly fits the bill. There’s a sign on Highway 3, south of Keremeos, but it would be easy to miss unless you were specifically looking for it. (What? Use GPS? Who, me?) Turn into the gravel driveway, spot the distinctive white pickup truck, … Read more

From the Cellar with @Sam_WineTeacher

In addition to the weekly wine review and the various other, usually wine-related, articles I write for My Van City, I am going to include a new one that will appear from time to time.  I’m calling it, ‘From the Cellar’. It will be similar to the wine reviews, except that it will feature wines … Read more

Aged BC Malbec with @Sam_WineTeacher

I have little doubt this was a unique tasting.

From the Cellar with @Sam_WineTeacher

In addition to the weekly wine review and the various other, usually wine-related, articles I write for My Van City, I am going to include a new one that will appear from time to time.  I’m calling it, ‘From the Cellar’. It will be similar to the wine reviews, except that it will feature wines … Read more

From the Cellar with @Sam_WineTeacher

In addition to the weekly wine review and the various other, usually wine-related, articles I write for My Van City, I am including a new one that will appear from time to time.  I’m calling it, ‘From the Cellar’. It will be much like the wine reviews, except that it will feature wines that have … Read more

An introduction to the Vasanti Estate Winery Chardonnay

A Chardonnay that perfectly suits both lovers and skeptics of the varietal.

Swirl Around BC Trade Tasting

Over fifty wineries were at this event to pour their new releases.

#ShiptoSip 2021 with Frind Estate Winery

A wine that comes with a special offer, very limited quantities left though, so act soon. As well as a new spring release. Here then are two excellent offerings for your sipping pleasure to #wineonline…