The Thompson Valley, once the true Wild West is now home to a working ranch and the soon to open Monte Creek Ranch Winery. The winery is located 10 minutes east of Kamloops, BC, just off of Highway 1 and will launch their wine tasting room for the first time this June. … [Read more...] about Get ready to say Howdy to Monte Creek Ranch Winery
Similkameen Wineries Association • Similkameen BBQ King 2015
Welcome to the Similkameen Wineries Association! Home of the Similkameen BBQ King 2015 - taking place July 11th, 5-9pm at the Grist Mill & Gardens, 2691 Upper Bench Road, in Keremeos. • Live music by The RIver Line plus Local Entertainers • Amazing Food from some of … [Read more...] about Similkameen Wineries Association • Similkameen BBQ King 2015
Cool Climate Reds & Whites – Recline Ridge Specialites
Recline Ridge Winery in the Shuswap is heralding spring and summer this year with the release of new vintage reds. Like their other cool climate wines, they’re certain to be received well. After all, Recline Ridge won a total of 23 awards in 2014, including several Gold and … [Read more...] about Cool Climate Reds & Whites – Recline Ridge Specialites
Some Joyful Surprises from Stag’s Hollow
When Larry Gerelus and Linda Pruegger purchased their vineyard in 1992 they never imagined the surprises they’d find hidden among the vines lining the small valley, or hollow, from which their winery draws its name. Half of their harvest was Vidal, a varietal looked down upon by … [Read more...] about Some Joyful Surprises from Stag’s Hollow
In Memoriam – Antonio Braz Tomé
1930-2015. Antonio Braz Tomé immigrated from Portugal to Oliver with his young family in 1964. Upon arriving to Canada he became an orchardist and farmed in Oliver until 1990 when he retired. Antonio was also an active member of his community, he was one of the founders of the … [Read more...] about In Memoriam – Antonio Braz Tomé