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The Fall release of BC VQA wines was in late September. Due to skytrain issues getting to the venue, I did not have as much time to taste the new wine releases, so I concentrated on white wines. There were also red wines, but not enough time to taste. There are a few sparkling wines on this list, which you…
Here are two fruit-forward BC red wines for you to enjoy. you may want to consider Da Silva Vineyards and Winery. Their Vinhedo Merlot 2020 and Pinot Noir 2021. The Da Silva family immigrated from Portugal to Canada, have over 65 years of farming experience in the South Okanagan, and started their winery in 2006. They note that this intrinsic…
For Easter dinner featuring roast turkey or roast ham with mashed potatoes and vegetables, selecting wine varietals that complement the flavours of these classic dishes is key. For red wine enthusiasts, Pinot Noir would be an excellent choice. With its bright acidity and delicate red fruit flavours, it would pair well with the savouriness of turkey or ham. The soft…
The Da Silva family hail from Portugal where their family grew grapes from the 1700’s. The family immigrated to BC’s Naramata Bench in 1955 and purchased their first farm four years later. Close to 70 years later, their family pays homage to craft wines that reflect the terroir of their nine vineyards. I received two red wines and two white…
It’s time for our BC wines to be recognized by our peers. The results from the 2023 British Columbia Lieutenant Governor’s Wine Awards have been announced. Here is the press release. Pick up the bottles that won as soon as possible as they will sell out soon! ~~~ (KELOWNA, BC) – April 18, 2023: On April 3 through 5, 2023,…
