I have two organically farmed Pinot Gris from Roche Wines, both coming from their Kozier Organic Vineyard located north of their winery on the Naramata Bench. Their 2018 Tradition Pinot Gris comes under cork with a heavier glass bottle, while…
I do enjoy scientific experiments, especially if it is related to wine. This day I had a chance to experience both. I received two Syrahs from the 2018 vintage made by Seaside Pearl Farmgate Winery, with one from the Similkameen…
Friday, April 30, 2021, was International Viognier Day so I opened a bottle of Yalumba The Y Series Viognier 2019. According to International Viognier Day, “Viognier is a textural white wine that originated in the historic appellation of Condrieu in…
Our drinking habits change over time. The wines that Baby Boomers enjoy the most may be completely different from what GenX prefers to drink. There is also a change in environmental awareness. Many of us want to reduce, reuse, and…
I received several wines from Seaside Pearl Farmgate Winery that is located in the Fraser Valley at Mount Lehman. The tasting room is built to resemble a chapel, which looks very inviting to visit. It is only a one hour…
A name change for one of our BC wineries was announced today. Oliver Twist Estate Winery is now Nostalgia Wines Inc, with spiffy new labels. Here is their press release. ~~~ [Oliver, BC] Oliver Twist Estate Winery is now Nostalgia…