Archive for the ‘Gulf Islands’ Category
Posted by David Lynch
Our Cider House is a unique venue nestled in the heart of the orchard, and is home to our cozy bistro, la Pommeraie. The perfect spot to relax, and learn how to pair cider with meals inspired and created from locally sourced ingredients and taste premium small batch wines from our fellow vintners. We offer complimentary self-guided tours and tastings for small groups. For large groups, we offer a wide range of Cider Tours and Culinary Adventures. We are sure to have the right package to fit your group.
Our farm house store is also located in the ciderhouse and offers a collection of artisanal food products and gifts. Stocked with jams, relishes, soups, and sauces which are made in our own kitchen, we also carry products from our nearby farms like cheese, crackers and duqqa. And to complete your culinary shopping excursion, you will find woven baskets overflowing with bread, croissants, apple pie, brioche, and other goodies baked fresh in our own wood fire brick oven. Pair with Merridale cider, and voilà, you will have the perfect take-out dinner. And if you are looking for that unique Cowichan Valley gift, browse through local artwork, apple-scented soaps, fanciful fairy goods, and functional gourmet textiles like painted linens and glassware.
Looking for a venue that will create impressions and memories to last a lifetime? Our cider house, our Brandihouse, orchard and pond are available for weddings, special events, and business meetings.
Hours:
Merridale Ciderworks: 10:30 — 5:00 daily
If you want to give us a call, our local number is (250) 743-4293, and the fax (250) 743-9310. If you’re not on Vancouver Island, you can also phone us toll-free at 1-800-998-9908.
And if regular post is more your style, our address here is:
Merridale Ciderworks Corp.
PO Box 358, 1230 Merridale Road
Cobble Hill, B.C. V0R 1L0
If you’re planning a visit, you might want to consult the directions to Merridale.
http://www.merridalecider.com/
Posted by David Lynch
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