A sparkling wine 15 years in the making is proof that it really is possible to save Time in a Bottle, as Jim Croce used to sing. Cipes Ariel 1998 is getting rave reviews, including a 92-point rating from Anthony Gismondi, who called it “stunningly fine”, and a Gold … [Read more...] about Taste the Poetry of Time in a Bottle at Summerhill Pyramid Winery
Wine Regions
Recline Ridge – Sumptuous Shuswap Sippers
With Christmas just around the corner, it’s time for some turkey talk with the proprietor of Tappen’s Recline Ridge Winery, Graydon Ratzlaff. Graydon and Maureen Ratzlaff have owned Recline Ridge in Tappen since June of 2010, and have been busy selling their … [Read more...] about Recline Ridge – Sumptuous Shuswap Sippers
Experience Urban Fare’s community Spirit this holiday season
GROCERY: The community-based philosophy of Urban Fare in Kelowna allows shoppers to both shop the variety of regular supermarket offerings - (all of the various and sundry supplies needed in your kitchen) - alongside the selection of local artisanal creations and farm creations … [Read more...] about Experience Urban Fare’s community Spirit this holiday season
An Ode To Lavender and The Forest Green Man Lavender Farm
Where is nothing quite like the experience of walking onto a lavender farm. Rendered almost senseless after inhaling the heady, heavenly aroma that surrounds you, the effect is magical. Relaxing and uplifting at the same time, it reminds us why our ancestors used the … [Read more...] about An Ode To Lavender and The Forest Green Man Lavender Farm
Summerhill Winery – Dynamic & Certified Biodynamic
“It starts with recognizing that the soil, like the vines and other plants, is alive,” says CEO Ezra Cipes, one of three Cipes brothers now actively involved in the Kelowna operation. “It means the vines find their place within the ecosystem. Each … [Read more...] about Summerhill Winery – Dynamic & Certified Biodynamic