(pictured: Bill Eggert’s brother Chuck is a friendly face you might see behind the tasting bar!) It sounds like the title of a teenage mystery novel but Bill Eggert at Fairview Cellars is wondering about what I think of the two wines that he’s placed in front of … [Read more...] about Fairview Cellars and the Screwcap Conundrum
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Wines with Longevity at Fairview Cellars
Fairview Cellars owner Bill Eggert has had a revelation concerning his wines lately; they are proving to be extremely long-lived. Compared to wines from other regions, BC’s young industry has not been around long enough to prove their wines’ longevity. … [Read more...] about Wines with Longevity at Fairview Cellars
Fairview Cellar’s Spring Cabernet Franc Release is Eggert’s Best
Visiting Fairview Cellars when owner Bill Eggert is tasting samples for blending is a real treat. On this occasion, the components of what will become the 2013 Sauvignon Blanc was scattered across the bar in various bottles. There were Sauvignon Blanc samples from 3 different … [Read more...] about Fairview Cellar’s Spring Cabernet Franc Release is Eggert’s Best
La Dolce Vita – September 29, 2013 Meeting The Makers
La Dolce Vita September 29, 2013 Meeting the makers Looking back on our recent whirlwind trip through the Okanagan, I marveled at the thought of how many of our winery visits included chats with winemakers and owners. It’s part of the joy of … [Read more...] about La Dolce Vita – September 29, 2013 Meeting The Makers
Fairview Cellars – Tradition over Trends
Fairview Cellars owner Bill Eggert prefers tradition over trends. “I believe that wine making is a traditional thing,” says Eggert. “I don’t want to change my marketing plan every three years with a new label and brand.” One change to Fairview labels … [Read more...] about Fairview Cellars – Tradition over Trends