Fraser Valley locals looking for ways to enjoy the sun this weekend can do so safely at Singletree Winery in Abbotsford. With careful attention to their land, the Etsell family, owners of Singletree, are committed to showcasing the best of British Columbia:…
To follow up on my tasting notes for the Coolshanagh Chardonnay 2017, I had a chance to interview Skip Stothert, owner, about some of the history of this winery and how COVID has affected them. Enjoy. My Interview with Skip…
Coolshanagh is a Gaelic term meaning “a meeting place of friends”. It is at this place on the Naramata Bench that Skip and Judy Stothert in 2003 started their organically farmed vineyard, with a limestone studded soil, to grow their…
We are told to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle to help the environment. I see that many BC wineries are doing what they can at the winery to that end. But when you order a case of wine from one of…
Here is another way that you can support BC wine and hospitality workers during COVID. Buy Corcelettes Estate Winery‘s wines and partial proceeds will be donated to the BC Hospitality Foundation. Here is the press release about how you can…
It was nice to have a long weekend to celebrate with family or friends. Pinot Noir makes wines that are food-friendly, as they typically are not overpowering with fruit, oak, and tannins. Red fruit aromas and flavours, light tannins and…
I was very sad to hear that Chris Jentsch suddenly passed away at the age of 58. He was a towering man, with a very friendly personality and a generous heart. My condolences to his wife Betty, who together with…
There is always a rivalry between a son and his father (or parent). One knows more than the other, is stronger, or something else. Today I have TIME Winery Cabernet Franc 2018 and Cabernet Sauvignon 2018. You can see that…
Mamas for Mamas offers a space where mamas and their kids can feel safe and comfortable when they come in for poverty relief support. Mamas for Mamas also provides clothing, shoes, seasonal wear, and through our intake process Mamas can…
We all need help every now and then. Now some Cowichan families need help, and you can help by purchasing wines from Blue Grouse Estate Winery who are located in the Cowichan Valley. $1 from every bottle sold will help…