May 5, 2017 | Winery Industry News
The 2017 British Columbia Best of Varietal Wine Awards were announced on May 4, by the Okanagan Wine Festivals Society, marking the official launch of the 23rd Spring Okanagan Wine Festival. The competition featured 26 different varietal categories, with over 550...
Apr 4, 2017 | Winery Industry News
The Province is providing over $628,000 to support a two-year pilot project for the viticulture technician diploma program at Okanagan College, developed in partnership with the BC Wine Grape Council. Penticton MLA Dan Ashton made the announcement today at Poplar...
Mar 27, 2017 | Winery Industry News
From soil to sunshine to scenic vineyards, wineries throughout B.C. are giving British Columbians a diverse sensory experience that is as extraordinary as the province itself. The provincial government’s Buy Local program is providing 15 B.C.-based wineries and...
Mar 27, 2017 | Winery Industry News
An Island Winery with Strong Peruvian Ties Peru is special to the owners of the winery. The Brunner family, who purchased the pioneering Island winery in 2012, call Peru home for half of the year. Cristina Brunner is Peruvian and has deep roots, with many family...
Mar 16, 2017 | Winery Industry News
The top 10 highest scoring wines at the 2017 Chardonnay du Monde competition have been released from Burgundy, France. Topping the list is Kelowna’s Summerhill Pyramid Winery 2014 Chardonnay Icewine. The gold medal winning 2014 Chardonnay Icewine is a vibrant...
