Weathering the Storm: BC Wine Industry Faces Challenges in 2024
The recent cold snap from January 11th to 15th, 2024, brought unprecedented challenges to British Columbia's wine industry, particularly...
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The Wine Feed
Dec 28, 20231 min read
Top BC Sparkling Wines for the Holiday Season 2023
As we welcome the chilly embrace of winter, there's no better way to warm the spirit and celebrate the season than with the effervescent...
May 16, 20233 min read
Okanagan Wine Touring Tips 2023
I’m thrilled to share my insights and recommendations for an unforgettable wine touring experience in the Okanagan Valley. Located in...
Jan 12, 20232 min read
Top BC White Wines for Winter 2023
As the colder months have arrived, many people look to heartier and more full-bodied drinks to help them get through the winter season....
Dec 7, 20223 min read
Le Vieux Pin Syrah Cuvee Violette Vertical Wine Tasting Notes 2016-2018
When I think of BC Syrah, one Okanagan Valley producer that stands out in my mind is Le Vieux Pin. If you aren’t familiar with Le Vieux...
Dec 1, 20222 min read
Top BC Red Wines for Winter 2022
The snow, wind, and freezing temperatures have arrived across British Columbia. In my opinion, that is a good enough reason to open a...
Sep 7, 20223 min read
Maverick Estate Winery
Maverick Estate Winery is located just south of the Golden Mile, which happens to be part of BC’s spectacular desert wine country....
Aug 4, 20223 min read
Moon Curser Vineyards
Osoyoos is situated on the border and has a ‘rich’ history dating back to the gold rush era during the mid-1800s. This is the...
Jul 29, 20224 min read
Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards and 19 Bistro
Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards is located on the historic Greata Ranch in Peachland. This is the second winery the Fitzpatrick family have...
Jun 21, 20223 min read
Top Wineries to Visit in Okanagan Falls 2022
Nestled between Skaha and Vaseux Lake, are over 15 wineries within the Okanagan Falls region. Some of the South Okanagan’s best kept wine...
Jun 15, 20225 min read
Interview with Winemaker's CUT Owner - Michal Mosny
Michal Mosny and his wife Martina immigrated to Canada from Slovakia in 2011. Before moving across the world to the Okanagan Valley, they...
Jun 9, 20224 min read
Top Wineries to Visit in Naramata 2022
Located in the South Okanagan, just north of Penticton, the Naramata Bench is the most concentrated wine route in the Okanagan Valley,...
Jun 1, 20226 min read
Interview with Poplar Grove Winery Owner - Tony Holler
Poplar Grove is making a name for Okanagan wine in parts of the world such as Europe, the United States, and Shanghai. From the humble...
May 19, 20223 min read
Rosé All Day – Okanagan Edition
Rosé is a fast-growing retail wine category in British Columbia and many wineries have recognized the demand for this style of wine....
May 11, 20225 min read
Interview with SpearHead Winery Owner – Marina Knutson
Aside from the natural beauty of the Okanagan Valley, a feature that attracts visitors from around the world to Kelowna is the proximity...
May 3, 20222 min read
Mother's Day with Evolve Cellars
Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and I have some tasty suggestions for you! When I was thinking about what to serve my mom for...
Apr 27, 20222 min read
Recommendations for BC Wines Under $20
We can all use some affordable wine in our lives. It’s convenient to have options when you’re in the mood for a tasty glass of wine that...
Apr 19, 20222 min read
Easter Wine and Food Pairing: Haywire Secrest Mountain Pinot Noir 2019
Easter is a lovely holiday for everything it represents, timed in the Spring season when nature comes back to life after the Winter. With...
Apr 12, 20225 min read
Interview with Pentâge Winery Owner - Julie Rennie
Located south of Penticton, on the eastern side of Skaha Lake, is a charming winery named Pentâge. The road to get here is narrow and...
Mar 31, 20224 min read
Top Three White Varietals Planted in BC
Wine is all about place. Where it is grown has an astonishing impact on the flavours that develop in the wine. The unique climate of BC...
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