East Kelowna is the place to be on Saturdays if you are a fan of live music. Each Saturday this summer, from 2-5 pm The Vibrant Vine Winery has booked a band to perform, and these are no small acts. Among those on the roster this year are jazz phenomenon Anne Jacyszyn and the Latin…
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Twisted Tree becomes Moon Curser
It is with great pleasure that we announce the official change of our winery’s name from Twisted Tree to Moon Curser Vineyards. Yes, … Moon Curser! The name Moon Curser was inspired by the cross-border smuggling of precious metals that took place around Osoyoos during the Okanagan Gold Rush of early 1900’s. During that era, miners attempting…
Okanagan Crush Pad and the Giant Eggs
Lady Gaga arrived at this spring’s Grammys in a giant egg, and only weeks ago, children across North America were thrilled by hunting for eggs of all types. Now, in Summerland, BC, Okanagan Crush Pad Winery announces the latest in Canada’s winemaking evolution: they are the first and only winery in Canada to use egg-shaped temperature-controlled…
LaStella is ecstatic to officially release the following wines as our spring release!
Among the offerings are several delighfully fresh and light summer sippers. As well we will release a small A spur pruned vine showing all the effort of the winter, ready for the heat of summer! A small quantity of the LaSophia Cabernet Sauvignon (usually reserved for our wine society members) which we will offer on…
KETTLE VALLEY’S 20th YEAR ANNIVERSARY
This year we are proud to be celebratingtwenty years of family winemaking on the Naramata Bench. We planted vines here in1987 and harvested our first grapes in 1992, making this year’s 2011harvest our 20thvintage. While many things have changed here at thewinery, which are evident from the early pictures, much has stayedthe same. We remaincommitted…
Le Clos Du Soleil Spring Newsletter.
The winter has flown by and we’ve been busy both at the vineyard with the harvest and winemaking and around town with tastings and dinners. Congratulations are in order to Felix, our resident vineyard manager, who picked up a number of scholarships for his wine making and viticulture studies. We’re also proud to have become…
DUKES DRY APPLE CIDER DOES GROW ON TREES
Trees are blossoming. Birds are chirping. Cyclists and runners are out in full force. Spring has sprung in British Columbia, and that can only mean one thing – summer is just around the corner! With longer days and warmer nights, a new local beverage, Dukes Dry Apple Cider is also blooming and is now being…
Okanagan’s Lang Winery gets Fresh Start with New Owner
We are pleased to announce a change of ownership at the Okanagan’s Lang Winery. The property and winery have been purchased by Bravo Enterprises Ltd. The business, which will continue to operate as Lang Winery, will doubtless benefit from new investment by an owner who is committed to helping the winery realize its potential. The…
Change in the Air for Hester Creek this Spring
New packaging, wines, staff and a restaurant kick the winery’s Next Chapter Hester Creek Estate Winery, located in Oliver, BC, continues to re-invent itself. Since purchasing the winery in 2004, owner Curt Garland has invested heavily in transforming Hester Creek into the ultimate South Okanagan winery by hiring new management, improving vineyard practices, and constructing…
Granville Island Brewing wins three more medals for its Local Flavours
Granville Island Brewing is pleased to share their most recent wins at the World Beer Championships for their locally inspired craft beers. Brockton IPA and English Bay Pale Ale scored top honours with gold medals, and 2011 Limited Release Scottish Ale was awarded with a silver medal. The World Beer Championships is run by the…
Morning Bay Wines now in VQA Stores
Morning Bay Vineyards has released our newest red wines, 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2006 Merlot and 2007 Pinot Noir, all with BC VQA designation. “This is the first time our entire portfolio has been VQA approved,” said co-owner and winemaker Keith Watt. “It’s gratifying after six years of releases to attain the approval of your peers.”…
PLAYHOUSE WINE FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES 2011 TRADE COMPETITION AWARD WINNERS
The Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival announced this year’s trade competition winners at the 8th Annual Awards Lunch on Friday, April 1st, 2011. “The trade competitions give the Festival an opportunity to honour and celebrate those professionals who have developed and enhanced the extraordinary wine and food culture of our region,” says Festival Executive Director…
Okanagan Crush Pad Winery Launches for Custom Crush
A new Okanagan Valley custom crush facility will open its cellar in Summerland for crush 2011 Christine Coletta and Steve Lornie are pleased to announce the formation of a custom crush winery,Okanagan Crush Pad at their 10-acre Switchback Vineyard in Summerland, BC. Construction is underway on a new 7,750-square-foot facility, which will be ready for…
West’s Owen Knowlton Named Sommelier of the Year
Top Table Restaurants Top Wine Festival Awards West Restaurant wine director Owen Knowlton was named the “2011 Sommelier of the Year” today at the 8th Annual Awards Lunch convened during the 33rd annual Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival. Part of West’s management team since 2005, Owen has worked to build the restaurant’s diverse cellar that…
Tales of the Cocktail® Announces Top 10 Finalists
2011 Official Cocktail Competition Winner to be announced on March 31, 2011 Tales of the Cocktail® in partnership with Tasting Panel Magazine announces the 10 finalists for the 2011 Official Cocktail Competition. In 2011, Tales of the Cocktail® Official Cocktail Competition, bartenders were invited to shake things up and create an original Ramos Gin Fizz…
Laughing Stock Vineyards News
Reminder – The Futures Offering of Portfolio 2009, our signature Bordeaux-style blend is only available until March 31, 2011. Futures provides early subscribers with the option to secure orders of Portfolio before it is released to the public later this fall. The Futures price is $35 per bottle (unchanged since we launched the winery in…
Events at La Table Commune – Cambie Street
In the French tradition, we invite strangers to eat and drink together at La Table Commune (the communal table). We believe experiencing new flavours while meeting new friends makes for a great evening. Now that spring is here, we are excited to announce some new tastings around our “table commune” in the Cambie Street store….
Taste Spring with the Wines of Germany this April
Wines of Germany and BC Liquor Stores team up to inspire the palates of wine enthusiasts across the province with A Taste of Spring in 60 liquor stores throughout the month of April. Savour eight exceptional German wines at the FREE consumer event on Saturday, April 16th, 2011 between 3-6 pm at the 39th &…
East Van Wine Academy
At Vancouver’s Waldorf Hotel on the second and fourth Tuesday each month. Hosted by resident sommelier Kurtis Kolt a different region or country will be featured each event, including Italy, France, Germany, California, Portugal and British Columbia. About the Courses Each one-hour course features a different region or country including Italy, France, Germany, California, Portugal and British Columbia….
Legacy – Upcoming Tastings and Events
All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted! SKILLOGALEE WINE TASTING Saturday, 2-6 pm 03/12/2011 Sparkling Riesling (NV) Clean, fresh, Clare-fruit lemony aromas with lovely bright, crisp flavours and revitalising structure that brings a smile to the sparkles and an uncomplicated pleasure in the wine. 2010 Riesling Skillogalee has nominated by…
