Driving Oliver’s Black Sage Bench Road to Desert Hills Estate Winery is always fun. I’m excited - it’s my first visit since the Toor family released their 2010 Syrah and Mirage, opened their patio and made their paved driveway and parking lot expansion. I opened the wine … [Read more...] about Membership Has Its Privileges At Desert Hills
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C.C. Jentsch Cellars – Wins Platinum Medal for Syrah
Although a relatively new winery, C.C. Jentsch Cellars’ winegrower Chris Jentsch and winemaker Amber Pratt (pictured) are now seeing their hard work recognized, not just by many happy customers, but also on the larger stage at awards competitions. Amber’s 2013 Syrah, her first … [Read more...] about C.C. Jentsch Cellars – Wins Platinum Medal for Syrah
Gehringer Brothers – A Hidden Gem
Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery just south of Oliver on the Golden Mile Bench is a bit of a hidden gem. When the winery site was originally purchased, it had been noted that the site, tucked up against the west side of the valley, received the evening shade as of about 5:30 pm … [Read more...] about Gehringer Brothers – A Hidden Gem
Fairview Cellars: Delicious Aberrations
In an industry so closely tied with nature like winemaking, sometimes plans get changed for you. More than simply vintage variations, these events are unexpected circumstances that walk a fine line between creative innovation and complete disaster. Owner Bill Eggert has seen a … [Read more...] about Fairview Cellars: Delicious Aberrations
Fall at its Finest: Tinhorn Creek and Miradoro Restaurant
Nothing beats falling in love with the Okanagan during the early days of fall. As the heat fades away, grab a light sweater and head to Tinhorn Creek and Miradoro Restaurant to try their newest wines, and enjoy all that this winery has to offer. Catch the finale concert of the … [Read more...] about Fall at its Finest: Tinhorn Creek and Miradoro Restaurant