Join House Wine for an exclusive sit down tasting with Viv Thomson, owner of Best’s Wines, and his son Chris. Established in 1866, Best’s Wines was taken over by the Thomson family in 1920. Over the years they a have secured a unique collection of vineyards with some containing 140 year old vines. This tasting is a fantastic chance to learn about how the cooler climate of the Grampians influences a distinctive style of wine. ”This is one of the best-kept secrets of Australia….consistently producing elegant, supple wines, which deserve far greater recognition than they in fact receive’’ says James Halliday.

Viv Thomson is known to be a down to earth and fantastic speaker. Don’t miss the chance to meet him. Space is limited.

Here are the wines you’ll have a chance to taste:

-2006 Thomson Shiraz
-2006 Bin 0 Shiraz
-2008 Bin 1 Shiraz
-2006 Great Western Sparkling Shiraz
-2006 Great Western Cabernet Sauvignon
-2006 Old Clone Pinot
-2008 Great Western Chardonnay
-2009 Great Western Riesling

*Viv Thomson also promised to bring a few rare treats including a 1992 Riesling and 1984 Shiraz.

   

 Date: Friday, May 7th, 2010
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Venue: r.tl regional tasting lounge
1130 Mainland Street, Vancouver, BC
Cost: Free

Please RSVP to michelle@housewine.ca by Wednesday May 5th. Attendance is limited and space will be offered on a first come first serve basis.

Cheers,

Michelle & Michaela