Storing swill goes back thousands of years. The oldest known winery opened its doors in 4100 BC. Archeologists discovered it inside an Armenian cave. Perhaps it was the first speakeasy. Way back in the day, fermented drink wasn’t stored in a sleek glass bottle branded with … [Read more...] about Bottles To Boxes: A Brief History of Wine Packaging
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So Much to Do! Summer’s in full swing and there’s so much going on you may find it difficult to decide where to go and what to do. Wine touring is always a plus this time of year, with new releases, comfy patios and great food thrown into the mix. You can hire someone to … [Read more...] about From the Editor
‘Make your day’ to Kaleden’s Boutique Wineries
Kaleden’s rural charm makes it easy to lean into a change of pace in wine touring. The family and pet-friendly boutique wineries inspire a less rushed approach. Offering diverse wines, the small-scale yet noteworthy wineries include Anthony Buchanan Wines, Black Market Wine Co. … [Read more...] about ‘Make your day’ to Kaleden’s Boutique Wineries
On the Cover
This month’s On the Cover photo is courtesy of Visit Penticton. It’s the quintessential Okanagan spring photo. Vines are growing, the sky is blue, and the hills and mountains form a protective cradle around the lake. BC is full of great photo opportunities just like this one. We … [Read more...] about On the Cover
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When you think about what goes into making a bottle of wine, it truly is an amazing process. From planting to tending vines, to harvesting grapes, to the winemaker creating the best possible beverage from those grapes, and finally, bottling it for your sipping pleasure. Harsh … [Read more...] about From the Editor