Summer Bounty from Monte Creek Winery

Through quality, innovation and sustainability, Monte Creek Winery in the Thompson Valley is turning unique growing conditions into award-winning premium wines.¹ MyVanCity has long been fans of Monte Creek wines and these wines featured here are no exception. Although they have been categorized as summer wines, perfect to sipping, they are much more than that, … Read more

If US products return, don’t do it at the expense of BC products or jobs

If US products return, don’t do it at the expense of BC products or jobs Wine Growers British Columbia (WGBC) is calling on the Province to ensure that any return of US alcohol to BC Liquor Store shelves does not come at the expense of British Columbia products or BC jobs. “If US products have … Read more

Kim Uncorked: Welcome to my weekly wine recommendation.

Kim Uncorked: Welcome to my weekly wine recommendation. Hi, I’m Kim, a passionate lover of wine, food, and any experience that brings the two together! In this weekly blog post, I share my thoughts on a wine that I’ve recently purchased from one of our local independent wine merchants. If you’d like to know more … Read more

One Week Later: Your Support Is Helping the Okanagan

Pour for the Okanagan. Stand with our community. One week has passed since we launched our wildfire relief initiative, and we want to thank everyone who has supported the Okanagan community. The South Okanagan is open and welcoming visitors. Conditions are currently favourable, and the highway from Kelowna is fully open. We can’t wait to … Read more

Summer Vibes with Blasted Church Wines

Blasted Church 3rd generation marks the renaissance of the Blasted Church brand with its focus on high-quality, expressive wines. This change to their new labels symbolizes the renewal and remaking. This renaissance is realised in the remarkable fruit they grow – from the Skaha Bench to Osoyoos – and how they farm them with intention, … Read more

Kim Uncorked: Welcome to my weekly wine recommendation.

Kim Uncorked: Welcome to my weekly wine recommendation. Hi, I’m Kim, a passionate lover of wine, food, and any experience that brings the two together! In this weekly blog post, I share my thoughts on a wine that I’ve recently purchased from one of our local independent wine merchants. If you’d like to know more … Read more

La Frenz: Small actions. Big impact.

Summerland Strong As we reflect on this past week here in the Okanagan we can hold in our hearts the incredible sense of solidarity that has emerged in the community. From businesses opening their doors to evacuees, to volunteers stepping forward and neighbours showing up for one another in any way they can, we have witnessed the … Read more

Wine with Friends | Kismet Phulkari Rosé

“In this series I will be reviewing wines shared with friends” From time to time I am the fortunate recipient of wines sent to me for review. It is especially nice to share these wines with friends. Not only does it make for lively conversation, and often diverse opinions, but it also makes for a … Read more

Choose Summerland: Community Calls on British Columbians for Support

Choose Summerland: Community Calls on British Columbians for Support During Bald Range Wildfire Purchasing local products, sharing Summerland businesses, and planning a future visit are meaningful ways to support the community As the Bald Range wildfire continues to impact Summerland and surrounding areas, people across British Columbia have been asking a simple question: How can … Read more