L’Abattoir Partners with Wines of British Columbia to Present a Series of Regional Wine Dinners
The series will focus on some of the province’s best and brightest producers.
The series will focus on some of the province’s best and brightest producers.
Following a late budbreak and slow start to the growing season, August through September brought warm temperatures and sunny days ushering in the start of an exciting harvest season in British Columbia.
The tasting was by invitation and organized by Wines of British Columbia. Always an ideal way to meet winery principals, owners and winemakers and learn more about the background and history of the winemaking process.
Start with the Ambassador Level One certification which is designed for everyone – those making, growing, serving, or simply enjoying BC wine. Developed in partnership with Okanagan College, Level One offers an introduction to BC wines.
Wine Growers British Columbia has released its annual Vintage Report which reveals slightly lower yields and exceptional fruit quality for an exciting 2020 vintage.
Vinica’s comprehensive training, mentorship and internship program supports aspiring BIPOC wine professionals to advance their careers.
Starting the new year off with some great recommendations from Sam.
2016 Chardonnay (Winemaker’s Reserve) Mount Boucherie West Kelowna, BC $30.00 I tried this wine (same vintage) about a year ago and really liked it. Now with another year of cellaring, it was even better. Lemon yellow in colour with medium-minus intensity. The nose shows aromas of apple, lime, honeydew melon, butter, and toast. Well … Read more
2017 Wren (Chardonnay) Schell Wines Kelowna, BC $32.19 Golden straw colour with medium intensity. Apple, lemon, caramel, and vanilla with honeydew undertones on the nose. Well balanced. Citrus and buttered toast on the palate followed by a medium-plus finish. Fans of California styled chardonnay will love this one. 2019 Pinot Gris Poplar Grove Penticton, … Read more
The Explorer will be available for download in June, but TasteAdvisor Tasters will receive it automatically, as it replaces the current TasteAdvisor app.