Archive for the ‘British Columbia Wineries’ Category
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Great Wines! Great People! Great Experiences!
Visit our estate island grown winery and vineyard. We have won 9 awards since we began 4 years ago! Taste our 100% island grape wines and also “The Best” wild blackberry. The wines we have are Pinot Gris, Ortega, Pinot Noir and Wild Blackberry port-style wine. Out of our tasting room, we also serve you our salt and pepper bark paired with the wild blackberry. All our wines have won awards and are VQA. Taste the wines that are made in the European traditions. Taste the passion put in each bottle! We give winery tours, tastings and direct sales. New in 2009 will be an area to bring a picnic and taste our wines by the glass.
Phone: (250) 748-5622 Fax: (250) 748-5633
Email: rockycreekwinery@shaw.ca
Regular Mail: 1854 Myhrest Road
Cowichan Bay, BC V0R 1N1
Web Site: http://www.rockycreekwinery.ca/
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Welcome to Wellbrook, offering you the finest fruit wines in the Fraser Valley.
The focal point of our 55-acre heritage farm is The Old Grainery Store, lovingly restored by owner Terry Bremner. Surrounded by century-old beams and antique furnishings and fixtures, guests are invited to sample from our unique selection of table and dessert wines. Or simply feel free to browse our shop for wine accessories and giftware while enjoying the historic atmosphere.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Telephone: 604.946.1868
E-mail: info@wellbrookwinery.com
Address: (» Map » Directions)
4626 88th Street
Delta, British Columbia
V4K 3N3 Canada
http://www.wellbrookwinery.com/
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http://www.sumacridge.com/
Sumac Ridge Estate Winery
P.O. Box 307, 17403 Highway 97N
Summerland, BC V0H1Z0 Canada
T: 250.494.0451
F: 250.494.3456
E: info@sumacridge.com
Media Inquiries: media@sumacridge.com
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Sumac Ridge Estate Winery, established in the quaint town of Summerland, BC was founded by Harry McWatters, a leader in the Canadian wine industry. Sumac Ridge is dedicated to producing premium wines that celebrate the essence of the Okanagan Valley.
Winemaker, Mark Wendenburg, one of the Okanagan’s most awarded winemakers, has led the winemaking team at Sumac Ridge Estate Winery since 1992. Mark is dedicated to producing quality vinifera wines and outstanding premium blends.
The McWatters family and their team have created one of the most renowned winery experiences in Canada and, over the years, have been recognized for their passion, innovation and commitment to quality. The winery produces a wide range of products with signature wines including Gewurztraminer, Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Meritage and sparkling. The wines are created with food in mind, and to fit all occasions and celebrations.
Visiting the Winery
At Sumac Ridge we offer the following unique tasting opportunities:
The Wine Boutique
Enjoy a complimentary tasting of our Cellar Selection and Private Reserve series wines or for a nominal fee, sample our premium Black Sage Vineyard wines and specialty wines.
Our wine tastings are available daily in our wineshop boutique 9am - 6pm June through October, 9am - 5pm November through May.
Our Wine Boutique offers a selection of local artisan made wine related products, multiple offerings for the aspiring wine and food connoisseur, as well as many unique gift ideas.
Tour and Tasting
Take a tour of the winery and taste our award-winning Steller’s Jay Brut in our sparkling wine cave, and sample our featured reserve wines from the famed Black Sage Vineyard.
- Tours are offered from May to October daily at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm and November through April by reservation.
- Daily Public Tours and Tastings are $5.00 per person and include a $5.00 voucher towards wine purchases.
- Private Winery Tours and Tastings (10 persons or more) are $10.00 per person and include a $5.00 voucher. Reservations are recommended.
The Founder’s Tasting Room
Our Founders tasting offers a unique opportunity for our guests to enjoy a private tutored tasting of our premium wines over looking our Sumac Ridge Vineyard. Your tasting will be hosted by one of our knowledgeable staff and features the art of pairing specific grape varieties with hand-crafted Riedel stemware.
- July 1 to August 31
reservations are recommended, but not essential.
Daily Founder’s Tastings held at 9:30 AM, 12:30 PM and 2:00PM.
- September 1 to October 31
reservations are recommended, but not essential.
Daily Founder’s Tastings held at 9:30 AM and 2:00 PM
Founder’s Tastings with Food Pairing Component at 12:30 PM
- November 1 to June 30
available by request and based on availability. Reservations required. Please call 250.494.0451 to reserve.
- $15.00 per person to join the Public Founder’s Tasting
- $20.00 per person to enjoy a Private Founder’s Tasting
- $30.00 per person for Founder’s Tasting enhanced by food pairing component prepared specially by the Chef and his Culinary team.
Cellar Door Bistro
Sumac Ridge is also home to the famed Cellar Door Bistro, the winery’s on-site restaurant known for its regional cuisine that marries beautifully with all of Sumac Ridge Estate Winery’s VQA wines as well as an array of award winning British Columbia VQA Wines. Diners will be delighted with the innovative menu of Chef Roger Planiden, which includes seasonally inspired and locally sourced ingredients.
Whether on our sun drenched Patio overlooking Lake Okanagan or in the comfort of our warm Bistro by the fire: enjoy our wine and food pairings throughout the year. Closed December 22nd to January 15th for the holidays.
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Thornhaven Estates invites you to visit our intimate, charming winery. Elevated on the slopes of Little Giant’s Head Mountain, a rocky, pine-covered crest, Thornhaven is fronted by its flourishing vineyards and cloaked in its quiet surroundings. The spectacular views from our courtyard patio overlook the picturesque landscape of Summerland’s orchard-laden valley floor and distant rolling mountains. To the east lie striking panoramas of sparkling Okanagan Lake, the bordering forested hills, and the fertile emerald benchlands of neighbouring communities.
Inspired by our breathtaking settings and our love of the grape, we craft wines that are appreciated by novices and connoisseurs alike. Our approach to winemaking, careful and passionate, exposes the natural qualities and intricate characteristics of the fruit, which produces our elegant vintages.
Come visit the quiet heart of the Okanagan valley, experience the distinctive qualities of our wines and enjoy the splendor of our surroundings. We look forward to welcoming you soon.
If you would like to place an order for our wines or have any questions about Thornhaven Estates Winery, please contact us. We welcome all of your comments and suggestions.
Proprietors- Jack and Jan Fraser
Cellar Master- Jason Fraser
Wine Shop Host- Danny Evanishen
6816 Andrew Avenue
Summerland. BC V0H 1Z7
ph: (250) 494-7778
fax: (250) 494-1617
info@thornhaven.com
www.thornhaven.com
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Carbrea Vinyard
http://www.carbreavineyard.com/
1885 Central Road
Hornby Island, B.C. V0R 1Z0
Telephone (250) 335-3120
Email info@carbreavineyard.com
Our four acre vineyard benefits from sunshine from sunrise to sunset on this beautiful south facing property. Early bud-break and long summer days bring sweet, ripe grapes ready for harvest in early October. Sustainable farming methods are practiced without the use of herbicides or pesticides.
While Hornby Island is typically short of water during the summers we have created an irrigation pond, using the island’s number one winter resource; rain! Constant maintenance on the vineyard is required with the plants individual needs being met along the way. For this demanding job we rely on Mick Vet who is a wealth of agricultural knowledge. Major accolades go to Mick and his tireless dedication to the vineyard.
Huge barn doors open into Carbrea Winery, revealing gorgeous brushed Italian stainless steel fermentation tanks, a wall of French oak barrels and various crushing, pressing and pumping equipment. For the most part this is a quiet part of the operation where the wine waits patiently for its next processing. At harvest however, the winery is bustling with activity as we de-stem, crush, ferment and press. The huge room already seems a little too small.
Situated on Hornby Island, Carbrea proudly joins other Gulf Island wineries in the newly designated Gulf Island appellation. The appellation was designated two years ago by the technical committee of the British Columbia Wine Institute, and is made up of 12 vineyards and 103 acres of vines scattered across half a dozen islands.
Situated on Hornby Island, Carbrea proudly joins other Gulf Island wineries in the newly designated Gulf Island appellation. The appellation was designated two years ago by the technical committee of the British Columbia Wine Institute, and is made up of 12 vineyards and 103 acres of vines scattered across half a dozen islands.
Posted by David Lynch
http://www.saturnavineyards.com/
The Management and staff at Saturna Island Family Estate Winery are pleased to announce thatthe following Gold and Silver medals awarded at the 2008 All Canadian Wine Championships:
Gold Medal - 2006 Estate Pinot Noir
Silver Medal - 2006 Vintner’s Select Chardonnay
Saturna Island Family Estate Winery is the premier winery in British Columbia’s Gulf Islands. We are centered in a unique marine ecosystem which attracts whale watching, kayaking, and diving enthusiasts. Our micro climate is unique to the region, and is described as similar to the northern Mediterranean. We are committed to producing wines of superior style and quality: wines that exemplify our unique terroir and climate.
Saturna Island Family Estate Winery boasts 60 acres of vineyards that are ideal for the cultivation of classic European grape varietals. We have Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Noir, and Merlot under vine. Our summers are warm, and our winters are mild; the ideal conditions for a long growing season.
There are four vineyards that comprise the 60 acre site. These are Rebecca, Robyn, Longfield, and Falconridge. Each one was established in different years, beginning in 1995 with the entire property completed in spring, 2000.
Tours of the vineyards and winery are conducted by our friendly and knowledgeable staff on a regular basis, and by special arrangement for large groups. Visitors are welcome at the wine shop at any time during operating hours.
Following the tours, complimentary wine tastings are held in our wine shop. Visitors may purchase wine directly from the wine shop together with an array of unique merchandise. Our bistro is open for lunch from May to October, and provides a wonderful atmosphere to soak in the charm of Saturna Island Family Estate Winery.
CORPORATE OFFICE
#1100 - 1199 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, BC V6E 3T5
Lisa Baxter
(604) 641-2774
lbaxter@mnxltd.com
Lower Mainland Sales
Please contact: Mike Wiseman 604-315-8718
For Vancouver Island and Gulf Island sales please contact:
Michael Vautour or Shane Miller at 250-539-5139
WINERY
P .O. Box 54
8 Quarry Road
Saturna Island, BC V0N 2Y0
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1831D Mount Newton X Rd.
Saanichton, British Columbia
Canada V8M 1L1
Web Site: http://www.marleyfarm.ca
Winter Hours
October to April
Wednesday to Friday — 11am to 3pm
Saturday and Sunday — 11am to 5pm
Summer Hours
May to September
Daily — 11am to 6pm
Marley Farm is a family owned and operated winery located in the tranquil Mount Newton Valley, British Columbia. The Marley Family have always dreamed of owning a winery and in the spring of 2000 that dream was born. Beverly, an ardent winemaker of many years, led the charge in getting the business set up.
After some considerable research Pinot Grigio, Ortega and Pinot Noir, were planted as being the best suited varietals for the local micro climate, soils and exposure. With the help of family and friends the first vines were planted and Marley Farm had their first harvest, however limited, in the fall of 2002. Prior to that, Vintner Eric von Krosigk sourced grapes with similar characteristics, so that production could commence.
Marley Farm endeavours to offer a fun, family setting and with their bright new winery now open, you are invited to visit at 1831D Mount Newton Cross Road, Saanichton, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.