To Benefit Great Bear Rainforest Conservation in British Columbia White Bear Wines – an Artisan Wine Co. brand – was created one year ago to generate awareness for and to help preserve British Columbia’s endangered Great Bear Rainforest. This Earth Week, on its first anniversary, White Bear Wines will donate $100,000 to help protect the…
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Okanagan Spirits Update
Just a quick note to let you all know what is new and exciting at Okanagan Spirits. The summer is fast approaching and we are looking forward to a busy season with a few new products. However, the first order of the day is to tell you about some exciting awards that we have won…
Playhouse Wine Festival Events
Not sold out!!! Date Event Name Type of Event Region (Country) Tue, Apr 20 6:30 – 9:30 pm South Africa Treasure, North Shore Gem Wine and Food Pairing South Africa Wed, Apr 21 5:45 – 11:00pm Bacchanalia Gala Dinner + Auction Fundraiser International Thu, Apr 22 5:00 – 6:45pm Global Winemaking with Paul Hobbs Wine…
Playhouse Wine Festival Events NOT All Sold Out
While many of the Playhouse events area a sell out, there are still some that have room for you. Here’s a list of what’s still available. Date Event Name Type of Event Region (Country) Mon, Apr 19 5:30 – 7:30 pm Get Uncorked! Wine and Food Grazing Argentina & New Zealand Mon, Apr 19 6:30…
Vino Allegro Wine Agent – Stellar Wineries at Playhouse
Next week, Vancouver will once again welcome the world, this time for the Playhouse International Wine Festival and gold medal wine-ing. Vino Allegro is delighted to present three outstanding international wineries from three distinct regions. In addition to continuing to feature Italy’s Cantina Breganze [Table no. 82 ].and Germany’s Schloss Reinhartshausen [Table no. 167]., Vino…
Villa Maria at The Playhouse Wine Festival
New Zealand Winery Takes Centre Stage Sir George Fistonich of Villa Maria Estate to Attend Vancouver International Playhouse Wine Festival Sir George Fistonich, esteemed founder of New Zealand winery Villa Maria Estate, will attend the 32nd Annual Vancouver International Playhouse Wine Festival from April 19-25. New Zealand, along with Argentina, is a theme region at…
Fine Vintage WSET Course Schedule
Come and learn about the fascinating world of wine from our knowledgeable instructors. The WSET courses are the gold standard in wine education and the certificates are internationally recognized as formal qualifications in wine. There are courses to suit every levels of knowledge from the beginner to the expert. We pour outstanding quality wines and…
Hester Creek Announces new GM
Hester Creek Estate Winery owner Curt Garland is proud to announce that he has appointed Mark Sheridan as general manager. A seasoned viticulturalist who has built his name in Australia and a further decade in BC, Sheridan was officially welcomed to the Hester Creek team late last week. As Hester Creek’s general manager, Sheridan looks…
JoieFarm is proud to announce that we have been named the “2010 British Columbia Winery of the Year”
JoieFarm is proud to announce that we have been named the “2010 British Columbia Winery of the Year” by Wine Press Northwest in the spring edition of their magazine. This award is selected by the editors of Wine Press Northwest based on blind tastings, visits, accolades and other considerations. Wineries of the Year must have…
Playhouse Wine Festival Updates
PLAYHOUSE WINE FESTIVAL WILL BRING WORLD’S TOP WINE PRODUCERS & PERSONALITIES Meet the industry’s international young guns and master vintners Vancouver, BC, March 25, 2010 – The 2010 Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival will open its doors to some of the most progressive winemakers and winery principals in the world. These trailblazers will be at…
Naramata Wine Tour – Leaves from Burnaby
EVENT DETAILS: Deluxe Coach Transportation to/from Vancouver 2 Nights accommodation staying at the Summerland Waterfront Resort. Wine Tastings along the Naramata Bench including Elephant Island, Hillside Estate, Poplar Grove & more. The Kettle Valley Steam Train including a BBQ lunch & live entertainment. Destination Tours Guide with Movies, Games, Prizes & Give-aways on the coach…
Wines from Argentina at the BCLDB
Wines from Argentina Event Shines the Spotlight on Top Wines, Tasty Bites, and Tango Dancers Throughout April of 2010, BC Liquor Stores will celebrate the quality and value of wines from Argentina. The month-long promotion will include a consumer tasting at the 39th & Cambie Signature Store on Friday, April 9th. Guests at the event…
Canada’s First Wine & Food Mobile App Goes Green
Which Canadian wines go best with the “green food” that we’ll enjoy on St. Patrick’s Day, such as corned beef and cabbage or Irish stew? How about those fresh spring vegetables that will soon be on our plates? “Green foods are the problem children of the wine world,” says Natalie MacLean, editor of Canada’s largest…
Food Photography Course
Just to let everyone know we are having a food and beverage photography class held at Focal Point ( www.focalpoint.bc.ca ) this spring, running from April 29th to June 24th, once a week on thursdays. It’s sure to be fun and full of information on food and photography. Feel free to contact Tracey at tracey@foodiephoto.com …
Okanagan Wine Plus+ Wine School
There are still a few spaces in the Wine Plus+ Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Advanced Certificate course set to begin in just a few weeks in Kelowna. The course begins on Feb 28 and runs for six Sundays in Kelowna. The dates are: Feb 28 Mar 7 Mar 14 Mar 21 Apr 18…
Fine Vintage WSET Course Schedule
Come and learn about the fascinating world of wine from our knowledgeable instructors. The WSET courses are the gold standard in wine education and the certificates are internationally recognized as formal qualifications in wine. There are courses to suit every levels of knowledge from the beginner to the expert. We pour outstanding quality wines and…
Tickets to the Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Fest On Sale Feb. 2
TRADE DAYS CONFERENCE TICKETS ON SALE FEBRUARY 9, 2010 Tickets to the wildly popular Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival go on sale Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010. Tickets to trade events will be on sale February 9, 2010. The 2010 Festival will be one of the largest to date in its thirty-two year history. With 197…
Joie wines 2009
We are pleased to announce the release of the 2009 Vintage of JoieFarm A Noble Blend, Rosé, Un-Oaked Chardonnay, Riesling and Muscat. The wines are now available to order online at www.joiefarm.com/order_joie_wines.htm . Please note that there is a 3 bottle limit on the Muscat due to limited quantities. As in past years, we will…
Pentage Winery News
From all of us at Pentâge Winery – we wish you all a safe and joyous holiday season. T’is the time of year to celebrate both the new and reflect on the old. We would like to thank you all for supporting us on this journey and in the success of our dream. The combination…
Poplar Grove News
With only 21 Days until Christmas, now is the perfect time to stock up on some fabulous wines for the holidays. Why not take full advantage of our free shipping offer while you are at it! Gift Pack Here is a solution to the age old “what should I buy myself for Christmas” dilemma; the…
