California vibes come alive during this fun evening on Granville Island that pays tribute to a variety of the Golden State’s most exciting wines. This walk-around and play-around food-and-wine event is an energy-filled evening of kicking back, having fun playing games, and catching up with friends. Nosh on some California faves like surfboard sushi, mini tacos, and sliders while listening to cool tunes—it’s the party of the festival!

Like a California beach party, it gets chilly when the sun goes down! While our unique venue is covered, it doesn’t have walls or heat – please dress accordingly! Please note: the venue is next door to 1596 Johnston Street – watch for signs to the entrance and exit.  $69  Tickets

Discover grapes off the beaten path in this seminar designed to expand your palate beyond the classic international varieties. Take a trip around the wine world on this exploration of grapes hard to spell, but easy to enjoy. Moderators: James Nevison and Paul Wagner Panelists: Carmen Sebastián, Evan Saunders, Jean-Marc Enixon, Alvaro Plata Franco, Mele Sosa, Galen Barnhardt Featured wines: Altolandon Manchuela Bobal – Milhistorias 2019
Blasted Church Vineyards Small Blessings Teroldego-Lagrein 2019
Blasted Church Vineyards Small Blessings Refosco 2019
Coronica Winery Gran Malvazija 2016
Culmina Family Estate Winery Unicus (Gruener Veltliner) 2020
González Byass Tio Pepe Fino Sherry NV
Bodega Garzón Reserva Tannat 2019
Monte Creek Winery Living Land La Crescent 2020
Tommasi Family Estates Masseria Surani Heracles Primitivo 2019
Tommasi Family Estates Le Fornaci Lugana 2020

The Wine World is Here! If you attend only one of the festival’s events, make it an International Festival Tasting. The Tasting Room at the Vancouver Convention Centre is the heart of the festival, where all ~100 participating wineries gather to pour their select wines. Discover exciting new wines, or return to your favourites, sipping from premium wine glasses.

$109 Tickets

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