In recent years, the Thompson Valley has emerged as one of British Columbia’s newest and most promising wine regions. What makes this region of the province unique for winemaking is the South Thompson Valley’s semi-arid climate, with hot, dry days and cool nights—it makes for … [Read more...] about Sample the Fruits of a New Frontier this summer at Monte Creek Ranch Winery
Wine Regions
Averill Creek Winery – Where Pinot Noir is the vineyard’s ‘Raison d’Etre’
Climate and soil are two natural components in growing quality Pinot Noir but producing a top-notch bottle requires a passionate human hand and careful judgment. Vancouver Island has providence on its side when it comes to growing this varietal. With latitude on par with the … [Read more...] about Averill Creek Winery – Where Pinot Noir is the vineyard’s ‘Raison d’Etre’
Recline Ridge – A TASTING ADVENTURE
Recline Ridge owners Graydon and Maureen Ratzlaff are focused on their customers in their wine shop. “We focus on delivering the best experience that we can,” says Graydon. Everyone from the educated taster to the wine newbie can all get something from the experience. The common … [Read more...] about Recline Ridge – A TASTING ADVENTURE
Larch Hills Winery – An Extraordinary Wine Experience
When planning your wine tasting tours this spring, you must travel north to the Shuswap to discover BC’s newest wine frontier. One of the region’s pioneer vineyards knew the conditions here were ideal for growing cold climate wines a long time ago, and they continue to garner … [Read more...] about Larch Hills Winery – An Extraordinary Wine Experience
Awards And A New Rosé At Gehringer Brothers
Gehringer Brothers’ wines have a long track record of winning top awards, which are all proudly displayed in the bright wine shop. They are also the reigning “King of the Platinum” at Wine Press Northwest, where the total number of platinum awards (64) is nearly double that of … [Read more...] about Awards And A New Rosé At Gehringer Brothers