Mike Sculfor and Kylie Hill, tasting room hosts at Mt. Boucherie Winery, enjoy a break with some delicious food and wine. Our photographer, Faith Peters, had this to say about her visit to Mt. Boucherie: “I immensely enjoyed working with the staff at Mt. Boucherie Winery. They were flexible and friendly with an absolutely beautiful […]
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GRATITUDE & ABUNDANCE AT SUMMERHILL PYRAMID WINERY
Roslyne Buchanan Summerhill Pyramid Winery family and staff are visionary and generous in sharing their successes and aspirations. “Be a conduit and allow your vision, your dream to come through––and fortify it every day,” urged Summerhill founder Stephen Cipes. As the uncharted waters of the COVID-19 pandemic mandate new approaches to our lifestyle, it is […]
EVOLUTION OF MT. BOUCHERIE ESTATE WINERY IS INSPIRATIONAL
Roslyne Buchanan Unlike its namesake volcano (that hasn’t been active for more than 60 million years), Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery is erupting with exciting initiatives. The architecturally stunning new Wine Experience Centre, which opened this year, is tangible evidence of Mt. Boucherie’s re-envisioning. The continuous evolution of Mt. Boucherie can be seen in this flagship […]
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DESERT HILLS LAUNCHES FLORA & FAUNA SERIES
Roslyne Buchanan Taking a new direction in concert with its transition to organic practices, Desert Hills Estate Winery has launched a wine series called Flora & Fauna. Head winemaker Anthony Buchanan, assistant winemaker Rajen Toor and the cellar team were inspired to create a low-intervention series as a creative departure from Desert Hills’ classic wine […]
Kismet Estate Winery – An Okanagan Gateway to India
Jenna Hickman Located just off Highway 97 in Oliver, Kismet Estate Winery is a gateway to India, right here in the Okanagan. This winery is owned by the Dhaliwal family, who immigrated to Canada from India in the 1990s. “We wanted to infuse our culture into everything we do at Kismet,” said operations manager Neelam […]
REDS ROLL OUT IN FALL AT QUINTA FERREIRA
Roslyne Buchanan As Mother Nature switches to her fall palette of colours, so too does Quinta Ferreira Estate Winery as their red wines roll out. It’s a spectacular time to visit the wine shop amid the vineyards on Black Sage Road in Oliver, to taste the latest releases and stock up for winter. After a […]
RENEWAL AND GROWTH AT RUST WINE CO.
Roslyne Buchanan Keeping true to their values of renewal and growth, Rust Wine Co. is taking a bold step forward. For the upcoming year, the winery is embarking on an ambitious project to reinvest and rejuvenate several vineyards and facilities as well as the heritage building on their estate. The 126-year-old cabin on the property […]
OLIVER TWIST TASTING ROOM FEATURES AWARD-WINNERS
Roslyne Buchanan Proud of its accomplishments, Oliver Twist Estate Winery features a nostalgic trip down memory lane and an exciting array of award-winning wines. Featured in the tasting room are Viognier 2019 (Gold Medal, All Canadian Wine Championships 2020), Rockabilly Red 2018 (Silver Medal, All Canadian Wine Championships 2020), Meritage Proprietor’s Reserve 2017 (Gold Medal, […]
Endless Summer at Spirit Ridge Resort
Rebecca Dumas Summer is coming to an end, but this doesn’t mean you have to cozy up for autumn just yet. As any seasoned traveler knows, the shoulder seasons are often the best times to travel. This usually means smaller crowds, quieter locations and continued good weather. This time of year marks the beginning of […]
Stock up for fall at Adega on 45th Estate Winery
Jenna Hickman When you’re in the Osoyoos area, Adega on 45th Estate Winery should be your next stop. You’ll love the panoramic view of Osoyoos Lake. As its name indicates, Adega on 45th is located on 45th Street in Osoyoos, BC. Since 2011, Fred Farinha, his sister Maria Nunes, and their partners Pamala Farinha and […]
DA SILVA VINEYARDS AND WINERY RELEASES INAUGURAL BLACK LABEL
Roslyne Buchanan With the patience of farmers, Da Silva Vineyards and Winery has followed a slow and steady path. Their inaugural 2012 Black Label Merlot represents an important milestone and is an homage to Da Silva’s history. The journey began in 1955 when, with only a suitcase in hand, the Da Silva family immigrated to […]
Four Shadows Winery: A gem no longer hidden in the shadows
Blake Allen Nestled in the foothills along Upper Bench Road, just minutes from downtown Penticton, lies Four Shadows Winery. This family-run boutique winery is a gem that’s not so hidden these days. After nearly a decade of growing award-winning grapes for other wineries, owners Wilbert and Joka Borren decided it was time to craft wines […]
From the Editor
Autumn is here and that means it’s harvest time. It’s a time of transition as the wineries focus on gathering the finest grapes for their winemakers. 2020 has been a rough year for businesses everywhere, and wineries are no exception. Many will still be open for tastings; however, several wineries are transitioning to online sales […]