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Laughing Stock Vineyards named Winery of the Year at BC\u2019s Top 50 Wines 2026<\/h2>\n

British Columbia\u2019s wine industry just had one of its biggest quality check-ins of the year, and the results make one thing clear: BC wine is operating at an impressively high level.<\/p>\n

Wine Growers British Columbia and the Okanagan Wine Festival Society have announced the 2026 BC\u2019s Top 50 Wines, a province-wide celebration of the bottles, wineries, and winemakers currently setting the standard across British Columbia.<\/p>\n

Following a blind tasting held in Kelowna, this year\u2019s list recognizes excellence across regions, varietals, and styles, reinforcing just how far BC\u2019s wine scene has evolved.<\/p>\n

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Laughing Stock’s Winemaker Sandy Leier with Containerworld’s Flavia Aarden-Kilger (sponsor) – 📸 Barb Wild<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Laughing Stock Vineyards Takes Top Honours<\/h2>\n

For 2026, one winery stood out above the rest.<\/p>\n

Wine of the Year:<\/strong> Laughing Stock Vineyards Syrah 2023
\nWinery of the Year:<\/strong> Laughing Stock Vineyards<\/p>\n

For many BC wine lovers, the recognition feels well deserved. Known for precision winemaking and polished, terroir-driven wines, Laughing Stock continues to prove why the Okanagan remains one of Canada\u2019s most compelling premium wine regions.<\/p>\n

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Laughing Stock’s Assistant Winemaker Kaitlyn Berendt 📸 Barb Wild<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Why BC\u2019s Top 50 Matters<\/h2>\n

Unlike popularity contests or sales-driven rankings, BC\u2019s Top 50 is built on blind tasting, one of the most respected ways to judge wine quality.<\/p>\n

This year\u2019s panel included some of British Columbia\u2019s respected wine professionals, including Chef Mark Filatow, Rhys Pender, Arnica Rowan, Geoff Moss, and Barb Wild.<\/p>\n

That matters because it strips away branding and reputation, putting the focus squarely on what is in the glass.<\/p>\n

\u201cBC\u2019s Top 50 shows a wine industry operating with real precision, intent, and confidence,\u201d said Jeff Guignard, CEO of Wine Growers British Columbia. \u201cThese are premium wines with a strong sense of place, and they reflect a region that is rapidly earning its place on the global stage.\u201d<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

\u201cThe strength of this program is the blind tasting process. Wines are assessed independently by experienced judges, providing consumers and trade with a clear, reliable guide to quality bottles across BC,\u201d added Annika Betts of the Okanagan Wine Festival Society.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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BC Wine Regions<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

BC Wine Is a Serious Economic and Tourism Force<\/h2>\n

Beyond the bottles themselves, the broader industry impact is significant.<\/p>\n

According to Wine Growers British Columbia, BC\u2019s wine industry contributes approximately $3.75 billion annually to the provincial economy, generates more than $440 million in federal and provincial tax revenues, and supports more than 14,000 full-time workers.<\/p>\n

BC wine tourism also draws an estimated 1 million visitors annually, with $452 million in tourism-related revenue and $147 million in wages across 2,615 tourism-related jobs.<\/p>\n

For consumers, lists like BC\u2019s Top 50 offer a practical guide to standout bottles. For the industry, it is another reminder that British Columbia wine is no longer an emerging category. It is an established premium player.<\/p>\n

A Province Worth Watching<\/h2>\n

From the Okanagan Valley to Vancouver Island, Similkameen, Fraser Valley, and beyond, BC wineries are producing wines with serious range and regional identity.<\/p>\n

The 2026 BC\u2019s Top 50 Wines list highlights more than just winners. It reflects a province continuing to sharpen its voice in wine.<\/p>\n

For those looking to drink more locally, support BC producers, or simply discover standout bottles, this year\u2019s Top 50 is a strong place to start.<\/p>\n

Read the full BC\u2019s Top 50 Wines list at WineBC.com<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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