There’s nothing like a tasting room electric with the excitement of new releases – and that’s how I’m greeted on my visit to Hillside Winery and Bistro. I’m taken with the deep rich colour as the new Syrah is poured into my glass. … [Read more...] about Pleasures On The Palate At Hillside Winery & Bistro
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Moraine Introduces A New Wine Club (& It’s Free!)
On a Friday in April Oleg Aristarkhov and winemaker Jacq Kemp tasted from each barrel of Malbec from Moraine Estate Winery’s 2012 harvest. Jacq’s smile grew wider with each sample, her eyes glistening with approval. Owner and winemaker have been smiling a lot … [Read more...] about Moraine Introduces A New Wine Club (& It’s Free!)
D’Angelo Releases Two New Fortified Wines This Summer
A self-described “simple man with simple tastes”, Sal D’Angelo knows that making great wine is all about the farming. Rarely a day goes by when he can’t be found out in his vineyards. Sal is a firm believer, too, that his wines shouldn’t be … [Read more...] about D’Angelo Releases Two New Fortified Wines This Summer
Naramata Heritage Inn – A Local Treasure
The 105-year-old Naramata Heritage Inn is undergoing a renaissance, guided by new owners Toni and Julius Bloomfield. The Triple E couple—Energetic, Experienced and Enthusiastic—is committed to making the Inn an attraction for local residents and visitors … [Read more...] about Naramata Heritage Inn – A Local Treasure
Poplar Grove Cabernet Franc – Best in Class
Poplar Grove Winery is celebrating its third season in their stunning new winery building on the Naramata Bench. Focused on producing top quality wines from 100% Estate fruit, owner Tony Holler takes the business of wine making seriously and knows that the vast majority of … [Read more...] about Poplar Grove Cabernet Franc – Best in Class