A list of my favourite wines and some new discoveries…
Hope you enjoy reading through this list as much as I enjoyed putting it together.
Vanessa Vineyard Estate Winery
Experience the new releases from Vanessa Vineyards…
Come along with me on a journey of exploration and discovery as you get to know the Syrah, Rosé, and Viognier wines that have been excellently crafted by winemaker Howard Soon for your sipping pleasure.
#ShiptoSip our recap of BC Wineries shipping wine right to your door!
We are encouraging BC wine lovers to order from their favourite wineries and help support the BC wine industry. The wineries jumped onboard and each winery has a special shipping incentive for online orders.
Vanessa Vineyard Wine Club Members event
“The proof is in the pudding,” goes the well-known expression. When you taste the wines of Vanessa Vineyards, there is no doubt of the care and attention that has gone into the growing of the grapes and the transforming of those grapes into the very finest wines possible.”
Tasting Ten – BC Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet sauvignon, the offspring of cabernet franc and sauvignon blanc, is often referred to as the ‘king of grapes’ and it is grown in most wine-producing areas. It is a late ripener, so it does best in hotter climates.
Wednesday Wine Reviews by @Sam_WineTeacher
2018 Petit Rouge Le Vieux Pin Oliver, BC $22.99 This Le Vieux Pin entry-level wine is a blend of Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Garnet red in colour with medium-deep intensity. The nose opens with aromas of pepper, blackberry, cherry, earth, vanilla and spice. Good balance with medium body. Pleasing on the palate with flavours … Read more
2019 #FavouriteThings Holiday Gift Suggestions – Vanessa Vineyard
Right now you can save 10% until December 15 (including boxes sets, excluding Members exclusives) while quantities last with free shipping within BC for orders of 12 bottles. That’s a deal worth looking into.
Wednesday Wine Reviews by @Sam_WineTeacher
2015 Syrah-Viognier Hester Creek Oliver, BC $25.99 Garnet/black with deep intensity. An inviting nose of dark fruit, cocoa, earth, white pepper and vanilla. Good balance with soft ripe tannins. The flavours mirror the nose followed by a medium-plus finish. 2018 Rosé Vanessa Vineyards Cawston, BC $24.99 Take a sip and you’ll think you’ve … Read more
Wednesday Wine Reviews by @Sam_WineTeacher
2017 Chardonnay Liquidity Okanagan Falls, BC $29.00 Made from clone 76 chardonnay, this wine is straw coloured with medium-light intensity. Aromas of apples, butter, lemon and delicate toast and honey greet the nose. Well balanced with a creamy texture. Flavours reflect the nose followed by a medium-long finish with flavours intensifying. Impressive! 2016 Frizzante … Read more