winemaking

Okanagan Crush Pad Update Following Bald Range Wildfire

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Okanagan Crush Pad Reports Strong Recovery Across Summerland Sites Following Bald Range Wildfire ​​​​​​​ ​​​​​​​Okanagan Crush Pad is relieved to report that its team, vineyards, winery, and the majority of its farming infrastructure have come through the Bald Range wildfire in remarkably good condition. The wildfire moved through the Faulder and Garnet Valley communities last … Read more

Little Engine Wines – Exploring a Selection of Fine Wines

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Being a long time fan of Little Engine wines it has been my pleasure to begin to review their current selection of wines. When reviewing wines I tend to take a little extra time which includes pairing the wine with a dish I think will bring out the best characteristics of the varietal. For this … Read more

Saving wine from the heat dome

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OENODIA validates a high-precision partial dealcoholization pilot at the Centre du Rosé: a major breakthrough for precision winemaking!  Faced with the challenges of climate change and shifting consumer habits, winemakers need reliable solutions now more than ever to precisely adjust the alcohol content of their wines. To meet this need, OENODIA, the benchmark brand for … Read more

Marta Vidal has been elected new president of the CAVA Designation of Origin

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Marta Vidal has been elected by an absolute majority as the new president of the CAVA Designation of Origin The new president will champion a roadmap aimed at enhancing the prestige of the CAVA Designation of Origin, promoting the vineyards and building confidence in the sector. The Plenary Session of the Regulatory Council of the … Read more

PRESSING MATTERS by Alan Ramey available April 15

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PRESSING MATTERS The debates, controversies, and mysteries that have shaped the world of wine ALAN RAMEY $39.00 available online About Pressing Matters People have been drinking wine for thousands of years. So by now we must have worked out the best way to grow, make, and appreciate it – right? In fact, if anything, our … Read more

Red Rooster Winery Celebrates the Return of the Rooster

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Red Rooster Winery Unveils New Label Celebrating the Return of Its Iconic Rooster After more than 25 years of crafting expressive wines on the Naramata Bench, Red Rooster Winery is proud to unveil a refreshed label design that brings back the brand’s iconic rooster. The relaunch celebrates the winery’s history while signaling a confident new … Read more

Hester Creek | the Origin Series

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Hester Creek Estate Winery Origin Series Inspired by the legendary super Tuscan wines of Italy. Today I am introducing you to two of the special wines from the Hester Creek Estate Winery Origin series. Wines of phenomenal origin and destiny, the Judge and Garland are crafted from the best barrels in the Hester Creek Cellar, … Read more

Beaujolais: Dig into Diversity

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Beaujolais: Dig into Diversity Beaujolais Brings Depth, Diversity, and Storytelling Power to the Vancouver International Wine Festival At the 2026 Vancouver International Wine Festival I had the opportunity to attend the seminar Beaujolais: Dig into Diversity moderated by Iain Philip. Truth be told I targeted this seminar strictly because of the moderator. Iain Phllip is … Read more

Kismet’s Manpreet Dhaliwal is a BCBusiness 30 Under 30 Honouree

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Kismet Estate Winery’s Manpreet Dhaliwal Named to the BCBusiness 30 Under 30 Class of 2026 Canada’s first and only South Asian female head winemaker recognized for leadership shaping Kismet’s next chapter in the South Okanagan Kismet Estate Winery announces that Head Winemaker Manpreet Dhaliwal has been named a BCBusiness 30 Under 30 honouree, recognizing British Columbia’s emerging leaders … Read more