Wine Tour Handbook 2012

Spring 2012 - Spring 2013

Your

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British Columbia Wineries Tasting Notes :: Wine Festivals :: Attractions :: Restaurants Accommodations :: Lifestyle Developments

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Regional Maps including the Okanagan,

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B.C. Wine Country :: 5. Vineyard Timeline

6. The Regions 7. Industry Comparisons 14. WINERIES OF BRITISH COLUMBIA :: Directory.

14. Thompson Okanagan Region 24. Vancouver, Coast & Mountain Region 26. Vancouver Island & Gulf Islands

27. Kootenay Region 28. Festivals & Events :: Wine Soaked Celebrations

30. Festivals Directory 33. Events Directory 32. PASSPORT CONTEST ENTRY FORM Enter to WIN Okanagan Wine Festival prize package 34. DAY TRIPPING / MAPS :: Tour information including detailed route descriptions and maps, region by region.

35. Tour Operator Directory 36. Okanagan Map 37. North Okanagan: Salmon Arm, Armstrong, Vernon, Lake Country 38. Central Okanagan: Kelowna, West Kelowna 39. South Okanagan: Peachland, Summerland, Penticton, Naramata 40. South Okanagan: Okanagan Falls, Similkameen Valley 41. South Okanagan: Oliver, Osoyoos 42. Fraser Valley, Greater Vancouver 43. Vancouver Island & Gulf Islands

44. Kootenays 45. DINING OUT :: 46. Wine Profiles & Food Pairings 46. Restaurant Directory 48. ATTRACTIONS :: 49. Things-To-Do Directory 51. ACCOMMODATION :: 52. Accommodation Directory 54. B.C. LIVING :: 54. Relocation Directory

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When it comes to wine, visitors to British Columbia can enjoy loads of options. But that hasn’t always been the case.

In 1990, there were less than 20 wineries scattered across the vast landscape of Canada’s most westerly province. And the wines themselves left a little to be desired.

No one but a handful of visionaries saw any real potential for grape growing and winemaking in B.C.

What a difference a couple of decades make. Flip the switch to 2012 and there are just shy of 210 grape wineries in the province. The landscape of backyard and backdoor facilities has morphed into quaint and welcoming tourist facilities, while warehouse-type operations evolved into wine country tourism masterpieces and cornerstones.

Today there’s an abundance of crisp and aromatic whites and luscious Icewines and assorted desert wines – plus an endless flow of ripe and juicy reds.

The varied winegrowing pockets of the province deliver micro-climates that make it possible to grow a broad range of varieties not previously expected to thrive. So not only is there an abundance of Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Ehrenfelser and Pinot Noir, but the vineyards are filled with Syrah, Petit Verdot, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes that truly deliver in the glass and have wowed enthusiasts and critics worldwide.

There are now almost 10,000 acres of planted grapes, comprised of more than 60 varieties, compared to 1,400 acres two decades before. And the ratio of red to white is actually 52 to 48 per cent, with the top planted grape being Merlot.

Despite the change in the economic climate in recent years, B.C.’s wine industry is still in a growth pattern. Twenty-seven new wineries have opened their doors since 2010. Wine sales have increased more than 20 per cent since 2009.

Meanwhile, the average price of a bottle of B.C. VQA wine was $17.49 in 2011. That’s actually a slight drop from the 2010 price of $17.56 and more than a dollar cheaper than it cost in 2009 demonstrating that despite continued growth, winery proprietors recognized the economic realities.

Numbers aside, B.C. wines are impressing consumers and critics where it counts the most – in the glass. The hardware from international competitions is piling up and it’s rare when wines from the province get shutout. Local wines have captured the imagination of Hollywood stars and royalty.

With so much accomplished in so short a time frame, the future looks bright for B.C. wines.

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Vineyard Timeline February to March Pruning – The vines and vineyards are prepped for the approaching growing season.

Late April to Early May Bud Break –Vines “bleed” water and tiny buds appear between the vine and leaf stem.

June to July Blossom – Small clusters form on young shoots and flower - pollination and fertilization of the grapevine.

Fruit Set – Follows immediately after blossoming - fertilized flower develops grape berry.

September to October Harvest – Grapes reach peak ripeness and brix levels for dry to off-dry table wines and are picked at different intervals depending on location and variety.

August Veraison – Signifies the start of ripening when hard green berries begin to change colour, soften and develop sugar and flavour.

October to November Late Harvest – Grapes left to hang to maximize sugar development and dehydrate to concentrate flavours, or undergo Boytritis Cinerea (Noble Rot) are picked for dessert wines.

November to February Ice Wine Harvest – Grapes left on the vine for Ice Wine are harvested when temperatures drop below -8 C and the berries freeze on the vine.

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BRITISH COLUMBIA Regions THOMPSON Okanagan The Okanagan Valley is B.C.’s largest and oldest wine appellation and has experienced unprecedented growth over the last two decades.

The Okanagan is an ecological wonder. It stretches more than 100 kilometres and is arid, receiving less than 30 mm of precipitation annually. Okanagan Lake fills most of the valley floor and offers welcome respite from the blistering summer heat. An additional attraction is the vast array of wildlife species, including big horn sheep, cougars, burrowing owls and even rattlesnakes. The Okanagan is home to Canada’s only desert, an extension of the Sonoran, which stretches up from Mexico.

This divergent terrain has created unique microclimates in the various pockets of the valley. For that reason, you will find a profound diversity in the varieties of grapes and styles of wines produced here.

History buffs will be drawn to the old frontier-like atmosphere and landscape of the Similkameen Valley, which stretches along Highway 3 to the historic town of Princeton.

Back in the day, this region was known for ranching and gold mining and still retains a lot of that Western charm. Visitors on the Similkameen wine trail have been lured to the Similkameen river to try their luck at a little gold panning and prospecting.

This arid, pastoral valley is home to a thriving tree fruit industry, in fact, Keremos one of the main towns on the wine route, is dubbed the Fruit Stand Capital of Canada. The Similkameen is one of the few regions that has yet to be tapped for its full potential for wine production.

VANCOUVER ISLAND & Gulf Islands Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands wine region is far more humid, but is also blessed with microclimates that favour winegrowing. The Cowichan Valley, for example, enjoys rather dry summer months with just over 100 cm of rainfall annually.

Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands have a longer growing season, a lower risk of frost in the spring and fall and little or no snow in the winter. These areas are more suitable for growing aromatic whites and lighter-style reds. But fine wines are also being made from tree fruits, berries and even honey.

Many island producers purchase grapes from the Okanagan to make fuller-bodied wines.

This charming region harkens back to a simpler time, with an easy, casual approach to life. Agritourism is very strong with roadside and farm-gate produce at the ready.

VANCOUVER, COAST & MOUNTAINS Growing conditions are similar in B.C.’s fourth primary wine producing region, the Fraser Valley, which has a collection of wineries in an area rich in agricultural roots. Its proximity to Vancouver makes it highly accessible and provides excellent opportunities for rural daytrips and urban excursions.

Fraser Valley producers focus mainly on growing whites and lighter reds, along with picking up fruit from the Okanagan.

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Kootenay ROCKIES The mountains and waterways have long attracted outdoor enthusiasts to the stunning Kootenay region of British Columbia. It hasn’t exactly been synonymous with wine. But that hasn’t stopped some forward thinking wine enthusiasts.

The first winery opened here in 2001 in Trail, which is generally hot and dry during the summer, thus favourable for growing grapes.

Today there are five wineries that make the Kootenays their home.

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While its not yet recognized as a designated viticultural area in B.C., the province’s wine history has demonstrated an appreciation for risk-taking, progress and growth.

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Reds: Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon

Whites: Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer

Whites: Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris

Whites: Chardonnay, French Colombard, Sauvignon Blanc

Whites: Vidal, French Chardonnay, Riesling

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Nota Bene Tasting Experience

Join us for an exceptional tasting experience in our new vineyard lounge.

Immerse yourself in our terroir while tasting a full flight of our hand-crafted wines. Tastings are available by appointment from 10 am to 5 pm daily.

Full details on our website.

www.blackhillswinery.com

Enjoy a Tasting Experience with our

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Wine Evangelist in our new Vineyard lounge.

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tasting room, immersed in the middle

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of our Black Sage Road vineyard. In this spectacular setting you can taste the wine

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feel and learn the connection of our terroir to the wines you are enjoying!

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Our Tasting Experience is hosted by

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will give you fascinating insight into the wines of our region. As well you get the

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Nota Bene as well as our Carmenere,

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Alibi, Chardonnay, Syrah and Viogner.

Further, you will get a sneak peak at our

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magical experience for your palate!

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The Tasting Experiences cost only $20 per person and are run continuously from 10 am to 5 pm, seven days a week.

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Reservations are a must, so call the friendly folks at Black Hills Estate Winery

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Black Hills Estate Winery 30880 Black Sage Road, Oliver, B.C. V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-0666 www.blackhillswinery.com

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THE OKANAGAN VALLEY PRESENTS THE

GOLDEN MILE BENCH THE OKANAGAN VALLEY PRESENTS

Situated in the semi-arid THE desert Cust south of Oliver, this historic growing region of rolling terraces, intense sunlight and gravelly soil produces some of the most sought after (and awarded) wines in British Columbia. Discover the wineries of the South Okanagan’s Situated in the semi-arid desert Cust RGolden south of Oliver, this historic prestigious MileT.

GOLDEN MILE BENCH growing region of rolling terraces, intense sunlight and gravelly soil produces some of the most sought after (and awarded) wines in British Columbia. Discover the wineries of the South Okanagan’s prestigious RGolden MileT.

Tasting Rooms

Tasting Rooms Wine Shops Wine Shops Views Scenic Scenic Views Award Winning VQA Wines Award Winning VQA Wines

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Situated at the North end of the Golden Mile Bench adjacent to the first hole of the Fairview Mountain Golf Course is an elevated plateau formed from a portion of the alluvial fan emanating from Reed Creek. On this plateau sits Fairview Cellars producing elegant reds from the Bordeaux cultivars, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot.

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Established in 1985, Gehringer Brothers boasts a selection of 22 award-winning wines. In the last 12 years, they have been awarded 25 Platinum medals, the most of any winery in the Pacific Northwest.

They invite you to come taste their unique varietals in their wineshop.

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We are situated within some of British Columbia’s oldest vineyards in the bountiful Golden Mile region. The 95-acre, Mediterranean-influenced grounds; winery, Terrafina Restaurant and guest Villa evoke an old-world sense of tranquility that take you back to a simple, unhurried era. Discover winemaker Rob Summers’ fresh, lively wines that truly convey the extraordinary place where they were grown. Relax on the patio among the vines, or browse in the wine shop for glassware and accoutrements to accompany visitors’ wine purchases.

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Road 13’s Philosophy: Our motto, “it’s all about the dirt,” reflects our belief that great wines start in the vineyard. Our wines express the special character of the South Okanagan’s renowned Golden Mile Bench.

We firmly believe that our efforts in the vineyards are reflected in the final wines and that the art of winemaking is about creating a final bottle that, when opened and tried, conveys a very specific sense of place.

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On the hillside overlooking vineyard, sagebrush, and the old gold mining creek that gave the winery its name, Tinhorn Creek Vineyards is located just south of Oliver BC, in the famed Golden Mile wine growing district. Tinhorn Creek Vineyards offers an unrivalled visitor experience and wines that rank among the best in the world.

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Touring Notes Bonitas Winery 20623 McDougald Rd, Summerland Ph: (250) 494-5208 www.bonitaswinery.com

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Dirty Laundry Vineyard 7311 Fiske St, Summerland Ph: (250) 494-8815 www.dirtylaundry.ca

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Greata ranch 697 Highway 97 South, Peachland Ph: (250) 767-2768 www.greataranch.com

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Heaven’s Gate 8001 Happy Valley Rd, Summerland Ph: (778) 516-5505 www.heavensgatewinery.ca Saxon Winery 9819 Lumsden Ave, Summerland Ph: (250) 494-0311 www.saxonwinery.com

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Silkscarf winery 4917 Gartrell Rd, Summerland Ph: (250) 494 7455 www.silkw.net

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Sleeping Giant Fruit Winery 6206 Canyon View, Summerland Ph: (250) 494-0377 www.sleepinggiantfruitwinery.ca

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Sonoran Estate Winery 5716 Gartrell Rd, Summerland Ph: (250)494 9323 www.sonoranwinery.com Sumac Ridge Estate Winery 17403 Hwy 97, Ph: (250) 494-0451 www.sumacridge.com The Vinegar Works 10216 Gould Ave, Summerland Ph: (250) 494-7300 www.valentinefarm.com Thornhaven Estates Winery 6816 Andrew Ave, Summerland Ph: (250) 494-7778 www.thornhaven .com

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Wineries o f B r i t i s h Co l u mbi a

Burrowing Owl Estate Winery, Jochen Manz

We recommend that you call ahead or refer to winery websites to ensure that they are open at the time of your visit. Winery information may change throughout the course of the year. For information updates or to be added to our list please forward information to exposedesign@shaw.ca.

Thompson Okanagan Region 3 Mile Estate Winery 1465 Naramata Road Penticton, BC V2A 8X2 Phone: (778) 476-5918 www.3milewinery.com 3 Mile Estate Winery is a family owned & operated winery located in the South Okanagan on the renowned Naramata Bench. Our boutique winery specializes in small lots of single vineyard wines. Great things happen when family comes together…3 Mile Estate Winery.

8th Generation Vineyard 6807 Hwy 97, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z9 Phone: (250) 494-1783 www.8thgenerationvineyard.com 50th Parallel Estate (by appointment only) 17101 Terrace View Road, Lake Country, BC V4V 1B7 Phone: (250) 766-3408 www.50thparallel.com Aces Okanagan Estate Winery (not open to the public) Phone: (250) 809-9339 www.aceswine.ca Adega on 45th Estate Winery 7311 45TH ST Osoyoos, BC V0H1V6 Phone: (250) 495-6243 www.adegaon45.com Alto Wine Group 4918 Anderson Rd, Kelowna, BC V1X 7V7 Phone: (250) 535-1558 www.altowinegroup.com Ancient Hill Estate Winery 4918 Anderson Road, Kelowna, BC V1X 7V7

Phone: (250) 491-2766 www.ancienthillwinery.com European style winery with panoramic views of the valley. Small and family owned.

Located directly across from the Kelowna Airport, in beautiful, rural Ellison.

Antelope Ridge 32057 – Rd 13 Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-6966 www.anteloperidge.com Arrowleaf Cellars 1574 Camp Road Lake Country, BC V4V 1K1 Phone: (250) 766-2992 www.arrowleafcellars.com Savour award-winning wines along with an old-fashioned picnic atop the panorama of vineyard and lake at Arrowleaf Cellars. See ad on page 30.

Aquaherbs Winery House 26-2550 Acland Rd. Kelowna, BC V1X 7L4 Phone: (250) 491 9576 www.herbswinery.ca Baccata Ridge Winery 66-68 McManus Road , Grindrod, BC V0E 1Y0 Phone: (250) 838-0512 Beaumont Family Estate Winery 2775 Boucherie Rd., Kelowna, BC V1Z 2G4 Phone: (250) 769-1222 www.beaumontwinery.com Black Hills Estate Winery 30880 Black Sage Road Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-0666 www.blackhillswinery.com Join us in our new vineyard Tasting Room + Wine Shop and enjoy an

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exceptional experience. Indulge in an informative sit down guided tasting of current and future releases with our resident Wine Evangelist.

Admire the spectacular view and terroir of our beautiful valley. Tasting Experiences are available daily from 10 am to 5 pm, running from late April to late October. Reservations highly recommended.

See ad on page 8/9.

Black Widow Winery 1630 Naramata Road, Penticton, BC V2A 8T7 Phone: (250) 487-2347 www.blackwidowwinery.com Blasted Church 378 Parsons Road, Okanagan Falls phone: (250) 497-1125 www.blastedchurch.com Blue Mountain Vineyard & Cellars 2385 Allendale Road Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R2 Phone: (250) 497-8244 www.bluemountainwinery.com Bonaparte Bend Winery Ltd 2524 Cariboo Highway, Cache Creek, BC V0K 1H0 Phone: (250) 457-6667 www.bbwinery.com Bonitas Winery 20623 McDougald Rd. Summerland, BC V0H 1Z6 Phone: (250) 494-5208 Toll Free: 1-866-534-4527 www.bonitaswinery.com The only winery on Okanagan Lake with a fully licensed restaurant.

Sample award-winning reds and our famous Eye Candy. Book your wedding, stay in our luxury suite or take a heli-wine tour. Spectacular views and sunny patios are unforgettable. See ad on page 12/13

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Touring Notes Mission Hill Family Estate welcomes visitors year round. Join us daily for a wide range of tours & tastings, educational wine & culinary seminars and performances in our outdoor amphitheatre. From May through October dine on the award-winning Terrace.

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Join us at the Wine Shop to taste a selection of wines including our Legacy Series wines; Perpetua, Quatrain and Compendium. For a special tasting experience visit the Oculus Salon and be sure to ask about our library wines, seasonal offers and limited releases that are only found at the cellar door.

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We invite you to become a Wine Club member. Receive benefits including advance wine releases delivered from our cellar to yours.

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We are located 15 minutes from downtown Kelowna, just off Boucherie Road on the west side of Lake Okanagan.

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Mission Hill Family Estate 1730 Mission Hill Road, West Kelowna, BC V4T 2E4 Phone: (250) 768-6448 www.missionhillwinery.com

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Bounty Cellars Winery #7-364 Lougheed Road, Kelowna, BC V1X 7R8 Phone: (250) 765-9200 Toll free: 1-866 465-9463 www.bountycellars.com In the tradition of the French Negocient, Bounty Cellars Winery specializes in the custom production, branding and distribution of wines for its clients.

Burrowing Owl Estate 100 Burrowing Owl Place (off Black Sage Road), Oliver, B.C. V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-0620 Toll free: 1-877-498-0620 www.burrowingowlwine.ca Open May – October, 7 days a week for sales and tasting from 10am to 5pm. Public tours on weekends at 11 am & 2 pm; $5 per person. Call ahead for winter and spring hours.

See ad on page 6.

Calona Vineyards 1125 Richter Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2K6 Phone : (250) 762-3332 www.calonavineyards.ca Camelot Vineyards 3489 East Kelowna Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4H1 Phone: (250) 862-8873 www.camelotvineyards.ca Cassini Cellars 32056 Hwy 97, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 485-4370 www. cassini.ca Castoro de Oro Estate Winery 29690 Highway 97, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 495-4991 www.castorodeoro.com CedarCreek Estate Winery 5445 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4S5 Phone: (250) 764-8866 www.cedarcreek.bc.ca Celista Estate Winery 2319 Beguelin Road, Celista, BC V0E 1M6 Phone (250) 955-8600 www.celistawine.com Come and enjoy the beauty, serenity and welcoming atmosphere with free wine tasting, or a glass of wine on our patio overlooking Shuswap Lake – a real paradise.

See ad on page 23.

Cerelia Vineyards & Estate Winery 2235 Ferko Road.

Cawston BC V0X 1C2 Phone: (250) 499-8000 www.cerelia.ca Church & State Wines (Black Sage) 31120 - 87th Street, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-2700

www.churchandstatewines.com Nestled in the Coyote Bowl Vineyard, our new Okanagan winery is located just 10 minutes South of historic Oliver, BC. With sweeping views of the Okanagan Valley’s Wine Country, join us in our new tasting hall adjacent to the barrel room, or a glass of wine on one of our two patios.

Clos Du Soleil Winery 2568 Upper Bench Road, Keremeos, BC, V0X 1N4 Phone: (250) 499-2831 www.closdusoleil.ca Columbia Gardens Vineyard 9340 Station Road, Trail, BC V1R 4W6 Phone: (250) 367-7493 www.cgwinery.com Crowsnest Vineyards 2035 Surprise Drive, Cawston, BC V0X 1C0 Phone: (250) 499-5129 www.crowsnestvineyards.com D’Angelo Estate Winery 979 Lochore Rd, Penticton BC V2A 8V1 Phone: (250) 493-1364 www.dangelowinery.com Deep Creek Wine Estate & Hainle Vineyards Estate Winery 5355 Trepanier Bench Road Peachland, BC V0H 1X2 Phone: (250) 767-2525 www.hainle.com Desert Hills Estate Winery 30480 Black Sage Road Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-6664 www.deserthills.ca Taste why we have twice received the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in Winemaking and sample our pioneering Syrah Canada’s Best Red! Opening April 13th, our Wineshop offers our flight of wines 10am – 5pm daily, summer, 10am – 4pm autumn.

See ad on page 33.

Dirty Laundry Vineyards 7311 Fiske Street, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z2 Phone: (250) 494-8815 www.dirtylaundry.ca Come visit our beautiful boutique winery with a great story behind our name, award winning wines, free tastings and a unique gift shop.

Enjoy one of our picnic basket lunches and a glass or bottle of wine on our gorgeous vine covered patio while enjoying the vista.

See ad on page 12,13, 34 Double Cross Cidery 811 Highway 33, Kelowna, BC V1X 6V1 Phone: (250) 765-2476 www.doublecrosscidery.ca

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Dunham & Froese Estate Winery 38614-107th Street (Secrest Road), Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-9463 www.dunhamfroese.ca East Kelowna Cider Co. 2960 McCulloch Road, Kelowna BC V1W 4A5 Phone: (250) 860-3610 www.eastkelownacider.com EauVivre Winery & Vineyards Ltd. 716 Lowe Drive.

Cawston, BC V0X 1C2 Phone: (250) 499-2655 tasting room fax: (250) 499-2675 fax www.eauvivrewinery.ca postmaster@eauvivrewinery.ca EauVivre is a boutique winery specializing in handcrafted wines sourced from premium grapes grown in local Similkameen vineyards.

Edge of the Earth Vineyards 4758 Gulch Road, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B4 Phone: (250) 546-2164 www.edgeoftheearthvineyards.com Elephant Island Orchard Wines 2730 Aikens Loop, Naramata, BC V0H 1N0 Phone: (250) 496-5522 www.elephantislandwine.com Ex Nihilo 1525 Camp Rd., Lake Country, BC V4V 1K1 Phone: (250) 766-5522 www.exnihilovineyards.com Fairview Cellars 989 Cellar Rd., Oliver, BC Adjacent to the Fairview Mountain Golf Course.

Phone: (250) 498-2211 www.fairviewcellars.ca Fairview Cellars is located adjacent to the first hole of the Fairview Mountain Golf Course. “From the Heart, For the Heart.”

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Fireweed Brewing Corp.

1083 Richter Street, Kelowna BC V1Y 2K6 Phone: (250) 717-1091 www.treebeer.com Forbidden Fruit Winery 620 Sumac Rd., Cawston, BC V0X 1C3 Phone: (250) 499-2649 www.forbiddenfruitwines.com Foxtrot Vineyards (winery visits by appt only) 2333 Gammon Road, Naramata, BC V0H 1N0 Phone: (250) 496-5082 www.foxtrotwine.com Ganton & Larson Prospect Winery www.prospectwinery.com

Rustico (rus.ti.co) “simplicity and charm typical of the countryside, rural setting with a relaxed welcome-home attitude, romantic, artisan, handcrafted quality.”

Swirl and savor our boutique winery portfolio from old-fashioned tumblers while sharing the ambience of an antique-filled olden-days’ tasting saloon. Toast to the ranching, mining and agricultural history of Oliver and Osoyoos in the South Okanagan Try Farmer’s Daughter Dry Gewürztraminer, Isabella’s Poke Pinot Gris, Saloon Sally Dry CabFranc Rosé, Doc’s Buggy Pinot Noir, Mother Lode Merlot or Last Chance, big red blends and if still cellared, share our certified gold edition Threesome, a CabFranc / CabSauv / Merlot blend or maybe Bonanza the old-vine Zinfandel.

Bring along your country picnic to the chuckwagon and we’ll provide dishes and cutlery. Then enjoy the misted coolness of our shady old pergola and corral overlooking hundreds of vineyard acres across the valley to Lake Osoyoos.

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The winery’s mezzanine floor is the home of the Oliver Sagebrushers, a 45-strong member group of the Oliver Community Arts Council and while many wineries display artwork, Rustico’s Quails’ Roost Gallery is the only full-on community art gallery at a winery in the Valley.

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Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery Road 8, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-3537 E-mail: gbwines@me.com www.gehringerwines.ca Established in 1985, Gehringer Brothers boasts a selection of 22 award-winning wines. In the last 12 years, they have been awarded 25 Platinum medals, the most of any winery in the Pacific Northwest.

They invite you to come taste their unique varietals in their wineshop.

See ad on page 10/11.

Gold Hill Winery 29014 97th Street N, Oliver, BC V0H 1V0 Phone: (250) 495-8152 www.goldhillwinery.com Granite Creek Estate Wines 2302 Skimikin Rd., Tappen BC V0E 2X0 Phone: (250) 835-0049 www.granitecreek.ca Granite Creek Estate Wines, established in 2003, is located centrally in Shuswap Lake country wtih convenient access from the Trans Canada Highway, half way between Calgary and Vancouver.

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Gray Monk Estate Winery 1055 Camp Road, Okanagan Centre, BC Phone: (250) 766-3168 Toll Free: 1-800-663-4205 www.graymonk.com British Columbia’s oldest family Estate Winery. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the winery and 40th year of grape growing. Come join the celebration!

Greata Ranch Estate Winery 697 Hwy 97 South, Peachland, BC V0H 1X9 Phone: (250) 767-2768 www.greataranch.com The Fitzpatrick family, invite you to visit Greata Ranch Vineyards – located 9 km south of Peachland on Highway 97. It’s a place where you can enjoy great wine, light fare and a breathtaking vista from the terrace. See ad on page 12/13.

Heaven’s Gate Estate Winery 8001 Happy Valley Road, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0 Phone: (778) 516-5505 www.heavensgatewinery.ca Heaven’s Gate Estate Winery welcomes you to enjoy the heavenly surroundings of our uniquely designed patio and wine shop while savoring our delightful, handcrafted wines. See ad on page 12/13.

Herder Winery & Vineyards 2582 Upper Bench Road, Keremeos, BC V0X 1N4 Phone: (250) 499-5595 www.herder.ca

Hester Creek Estate Winery 13163 - 326th Avenue, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-4435 Toll free: 1-866-498-4435 www.hestercreek.com Hester Creek is a destination; patio, Summer music series, cooking classes and the on-site Terrafina Restaurant. Stop by and see why we “Love what we do”!

See ad on page 10/11.

Hidden Chapel Winery 9756 Pinehill Road, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 490-6000 www.hiddenchapelwinery.com Visit our cheery tasting room, unique underground cellar and the Hidden Chapel nestled in the trees.

Open for tastings April through October, 11:00 to 5:00.

House of Rose 2270 Garner Road, Kelowna, BC V1P 1E2 Phone: (250) 765-0802 www.houseofrose.ca Howling Bluff Estate Winery 1086 Three Mile Rd., Penticton, BC V2A 8T7 Phone: (250) 490-3640 www.howlingbluff.ca Inniskillin Okanagan Vineyards Road 11 West, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-6663 www.inniskillin.com Intersection Winery Hwy 97 and Road 8, Oliver BC V0H 1T0 www.xwine.ca Intrigue Wines 12108 Pow Road, Lake Country, BC V4V 1G2 Toll Free: 1-877-474-3754 www.intriguewines.ca Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate 38691, 97th Street, Oliver, BC VOH 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-4500 www.jacksontriggswinery.com JoieFarm Wines 2825 Naramata Road, Naramata, BC V0H 1N0 Phone: (250) 496-0073 www.joiefarm.com Kalala Organic Estate Winery 3361 Glencoe Road, West Kelowna, BC V4T 1M1 Phone: (250) 768-9700 www.kalalawines.ca Kettle Valley Winery 2988 Hayman Road, Naramata, BC V0H 1N0 Phone: (250) 496-5898 www.kettlevalleywinery.com Kraze Legz Vineyard & Winery 141 Fir Ave,

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Kaleden, BC V0H 1K0 phone: (250) 497-6957 www.krazelegz.com La Frenz Winery 1525 Randolph Road, Penticton, BC Phone: (250) 492-6690 www.lafrenzwinery.com La Stella 8123 – 148th Ave., Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V0 Phone: (250) 495-8180 www.lastella.ca Lake Breeze Vineyards 930 Sammet Road, Naramata, BC V0H 1N0 Phone: (250) 496-5659 www.lakebreeze.ca Lang Vineyards 2493 Gammon Road Naramata, BC V0H 1N0 Phone: (778) 514-5598 www.langvineyards.ca Sitting high on the Naramata Bench, Lang Vineyards is a popular stop to sit and take in the spectacular views of Lake Okanagan and the rolling vineyards. Signature wines such as Farm Reserve Riesling, Marechal Foch, Gewürztraminer, Canadian Maple Wine and Riesling Icewine are offered amongst a full palette of specialty wines. See ad on page 21.

Larch Hills Winery 110 Timms Road Salmon Arm, BC V1E 2P8 Phone: (250) 832-0155 www.larchhillswinery.com Larch Hills Winery, pioneer of growing grapes in the North Okanagan. Discover the finest hand crafted wines, produced at the highest elevation winery in North America. See ad on page 23.

Laughing Stock Vineyards 1548 Naramata Rd., Penticton, BC V2A 8T7 Phone: (250) 493-8466 www.laughingstock.ca Le Vieux Pin Winery 34070 73rd & Black Sage Rd Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-8388 www.levieuxpin.ca Little Straw Vineyards 2815 Ourtoland Road, Kelowna, BC V1Z 2H7 Phone: (250) 769-0404 www.littlestraw.bc.ca Marichel Vineyard & Winery 1016 Littlejohn Road, Naramata, BC V0H 1N0 Phone: (250) 496-4133 www.marichel.ca Maverick Estate Winery 29686 HWY 97 Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-1202 www.maverickwine.ca

Our Commitment is Growing For 20 years we have worked to bring you certified organic, terroir-driven wine.

Our authentic, minimal intervention winemaking lets the grapes sing, and our trophy case of awards earned year over year from competitions around the world is testament to our dedication from field to glass.

Our healthy vineyards lead to brilliant wines. Taste and see.

Celebrating over 20 years of leadership, Summerhill Pyramid Winery is Canada’s largest organic winery, producing more organic wine than the rest of the Canadian wine industry combined. The winery is owned by the Cipes family and winemaker Eric von Krosigk oversees the portfolio of BC VQA wines. The mission of the entire Summerhill team is to produce exceptionally good tasting wines organically, support local organic food growers in the bistro, and provide unforgettable experiences for all its guests.

Honored by the IWSC awards in London, England trophies for ‘Best Bottle-Fermented Sparkling Wine’ for Summerhill’s Cipes Gabriel in 2010, and ‘Canadian Wine Producer of the Year,’ as well as a host of other prestigious awards around the world, Summerhill is proud to offer guests the opportunity to ‘Celebrate Nature’s Perfection.’

Cipes Brut NV Made in the traditional French method, Summerhill’s flagship Cipes Brut is an Okanagan Valley classic. Recognized with a gold medal every year since its inception in 1991, this wine expresses notes of green apple, almond, pear and citrus.

Cipes Rose NV Made from 100% organic Pinot Noir, this award winning dry sparkling rose expresses notes of strawberry, raspberry, cranberry, peach, apple, citrus and toast.

Pair with smoked or grilled salmon, turkey, or with various cheeses.

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Meadow Vista Honey Wines 3-1352 Industrial Road, West Kelowna, BC V1Z 1G5 phone: (250) 769-2337 www.meadowvista.ca Meyer Family Vineyards 4287 McLean Creek Rd, Okanagan Falls , BC V0H 1R1 phone: (250) 497-8553 www.MFVwines.com Misconduct Wine Co. 375 Upper Bench Road North, Penticton, BC V2A 6J6 Toll Free: 1-800-851-0903 www.misconductwineco.com Mission Hill Family Estate 1730 Mission Hill Road, West Kelowna, BC V4T 2E4 Phone: (250) 768-6448 www.missionhillwinery.com Dramatic underground cellars, an outdoor amphitheatre, and a 12-story bell tower provide visitors with an unforgettable winery experience. Wine Shop & Tasting Rooms open year round. Participate in a wide range of educational tours & seminars to be enjoyed, no matter your level of wine knowledge.

See ad on page 15.

Monster Vineyards 1010 Tupper Avenue, Penticton, BC, V2A 8S5 Phone: (778) 476-5895 Email: wine@monstervineyards.com www.monstervineyards.com It’s time to release the beasts!

Monster Vineyards’ new winery will open early summer 2012. Join us at the new tasting room to unravel the mystery of the Monsters in the glass. They are just like us – fun, feisty and ready for summer.

Moon Curser Vineyards 3628 Hwy 3 East Osoyoos, BC, V0H 1V6 Phone: (250) 495.5161 Email: gold@mooncurser.com www.mooncurser.com A family owned winery known for award winning wines made from unusual noble varieties like Tempranillo, Tannat and Roussanne all grown on Osoyoos East Bench.

See ad on page 7.

Moraine Estate Winery 1865 Naramata Road, Penticton, BC V2A 8V1 Phone: (250) 460-1836 www.morainewinery.com Mt. Boucherie Family Estate Winery 829 Douglas Road Kelowna, BC V1Z 1N9 Phone: (250) 769-8803 www.mtboucheriewinery.com One of British Columbia’s largest family owned and operated vineyards, featuring 100% estate grown grapes. The Gidda family has been growing grapes in the Okanagan and Similkameen Valleys since 1968. Taste award winning

wines at their scenic wine shop overlooking Lake Okanagan. Open daily year round.

Niche Wine Company (By appointment only) 1901 Bartley Road West Kelowna, BC V1Z 2M6 Phone: (604) 733-1100 www.nichewinecompany.com Nichol Vineyard & Estate Winery 1285 Smethurst Road, Naramata, BC V0H 1N0 Phone: (250) 496-5962 www.nicholvineyard.com Nk’Mip Cellars 1400 Rancher Creek Road, Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V0 Phone: (250) 495-2985 www.nkmipcellars.com Noble Ridge Vineyard & Winery 2320 Oliver Ranch Road, Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R2 phone: (250) 497-7945 www.nobleridge.com Okanagan Crush Pad 16576 Fosbery Road, Summerland, BC Phone: (250) 494-4445 www.okanagancrushpad.com Okanagan Spirits (Kelowna) 267 Bernard Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6N2 Phone: (778) 484-5174 Kelowna@okanaganspirits.com www.okanaganspirits.com Visit Okanagan Spirits in downtown Kelowna and experience firsthand the art of craft distilling. We produce award winning products that include fruit spirits, liqueurs, Gin, Whisky and Absinthe. Join us for a tour and tasting all year round.

See ad on page 25.

Okanagan Spirits (Vernon) 2920, 28th Ave, Vernon, BC V1T 1V9 Phone: (250) 549-3120 Vernon@okanaganspirits.com www.okanaganspirits.com Visit Okanagan Spirits in downtown Vernon and choose from a wide selection of award-winning spirits & liqueurs, as well as Gin, Whisky and Absinthe – all made on site in our wood fired copper pot still. Enjoy a tour and tasting all year round, Mon through Sat. See ad on page 25.

Oliver Twist Estate Winery 33013 Road 9A, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 485-0227 www.olivertwistwinery.com Orchard Hill Estate Cidery 23404 Highway 97, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 689-0240 www.orchardhillcidery.com Orofino Vineyards 2152 Barcelo Road, Cawston, BC V0X 1C0

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Phone: (250) 499-0068 www.orofinovineyards.com Osoyoos Larose Estate Winery (Not open to the public) 38691 Hwy 97 North, Oliver, BC VOH 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-4981 www.osoyooslarose.com Ovino Winery 1577Yankee Flats Road, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 3J4 Phone: (250) 832-8463 www.ovinowinery.com Ovino Winery is a small, family run operation with focus on quality. Our grapes are guided into flavorful, enjoyable wines at reasonable prices while using sustainable farming methods. See ad on page 23.

Painted Rock Estate Winery 400 Smythe Drive, Penticton, BC V2A 8W6 phone: (250) 493-6809 www.paintedrock.ca Peller Estates 1125 Richter Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2K6 Phone: (250) 762-9144 www.peller.com Pentage Wines 4400 Lakeside Road, Penticton, BC V2A 8W3 Phone: (250) 493-4008 www.pentage.com Perseus Winery & Vineyards 134 Lower Bench Road Penticton, BC, V2A 1A8 Phone: (250) 490-8829 www.perseuswinery.com Planet Bee Honey Farm and Meadery 5011 Bella Vista Road, Vernon, BC V1H 1A1 Phone: (250) 542-8088 Toll Free: 1-877-233-9675 www.planetbee.com The Okanagan’s first Meadery at planet Bee offers award winning Honeymoon Mead, “The Beverage of Love,” a delightful ancient beverage made from BC floral source honey.

Poplar Grove Winery 425 Middle Bench Road North, Penticton, BC, V2A 8S5 Phone: (250) 493-9463 Email: wine@poplargrove.ca www.poplargrove.ca Join us at Poplar Grove’s new winery location for daily tastings of our signature wines. Take in breathtaking views of the Okanagan Valley while enjoying delicious local cuisine on the winery’s restaurant patio. Open daily Nov to April 10am - 5pm; May to Oct 10am - 6pm.

Quails’ Gate Estate Winery 3303 Boucherie Road, West Kelowna, BC V1Z 2H3 Phone: (250) 769-4451 www.quailsgate.com

Lang Vineyards…

A benchmark winery on the Naramata Bench.

In 1990, the vision of a winery for Mr. Güenther Lang came into reality when Lang Vineyards became the first “Farm Gate Winery” in British Columbia. Lang Vineyards pioneered wine growing in the region well known as the Naramata Bench in the Okanagan Valley.

Signature wines, such as Farm reserve riesling, Marechal Foch, Gewürztraminer, Canadian Maple Wine and Riesling icewine, are offered amongst a full palette of 2011 specialty wines.

The wines are unique and have created fanfare status with many wine drinkers, notably the Marechal Foch. This varietal is grown on the property and is made into a soft red wine that is the benchmark best seller for the winery.

Sitting high on the Naramata Bench, Lang Vineyards is a popular stop to sit and take in the spectacular scenic views of Lake Okanagan and the rolling vineyards across the lake.

Lang Vineyards 2493 Gammon Road Naramata, BC V0H 1N0 Phone: (778) 514-5598 www.langvineyards.ca

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Quinta Ferreira Estate Winery 6094 Black Sage Road Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-4756 www.quintaferreira.com Located in the heart of Oliver, our 20 acres of vineyard and winery are located on the popular Black Sage Bench with a breathtaking view of the landscape and community. Join our community by following us: www.twitter.com/QuintaFerreira and www.facebook.com/ QuintaFerreira Recline Ridge Vineyards and Winery Ltd. 2640 Skimikin Road Tappen, BC V0E 2X3 Phone: (250) 835-2212 www.recline-ridge.bc.ca In the heart of the Tappen Valley, this Shuswap winery specializes in cool-climate wines, with aromatic whites, full-bodied reds, and dessert wine. Great local views and licenced picnic area. See ad on page 23.

Red Rooster Winery 891 Naramata Road, Penticton, BC V2A 8T5 Phone: (250) 492-2424 www.redroosterwinery.com River Stone Estate Winery 7148 378th Ave. Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-0043 www.riverstoneestatewinery.ca Road 13 Winery 13140-316 A Avenue, Road 13, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-8330 www.road13vineyards.com Road 13’s Philosophy: Our motto, “it’s all about the dirt” reflects our belief that great wines start in the vineyard. Our wines express the special character of the South Okanagan’s renowned Golden Mile Bench. See ad on page 10/11.

and left to the covered wagon.

Phone (250) 498-3276 www.rusticowinery.com Swirl and savor our boutique winery portfolio from old-fashioned tumblers while sharing the ambience of an antique-filled olden-days’ tasting saloon. Bring along your country picnic to the chuckwagon where we’ll provide dishes and cutlery, then stroll through and enjoy our on-site community art gallery. See ad on page 17.

St. Hubertus Estate Winery 5225 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4J1 Phone: (250) 764-7888 www.st-hubertus.bc.ca St. Laszlo Vineyards 2605 Hwy. 3, Keremos, BC V0X 1N0 Phone: (250) 499-2856 Sandhill Wines 1125 Richter Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2K6 Phone: (250) 762-9144 www.sandhillwines.ca Saxon Winery 9819 Lumsden Avenue, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0 Phone: (250) 494-0311 www.saxonwinery.com Formerly Hollywood & Wine on Summerland’s Bottleneck drive, new owners, the Graydon family, arrived in January 2012 to live the dream and continue the organic philosophy. Come sample some Anglo Saxon hospitality with a taster of our unique Leon Millot, plus our new spin on ‘Cranky Old Man,’ and our limited release Leon Rozay. See ad on page 12/13.

See Ya Later Ranch 2575 Green Lake Road, Okanagan Falls , BC V0H 1R0 phone: (250) 497-8267 www.sylranch.com

Sleeping Giant Fruit Winery 6206 Canyon View Drive, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z7 Phone: (250) 494-0377 Toll Free: 1-800-577-1277 www.sleepinggiantfruitwinery.ca We are nestled under the shadow of Giant’s Head Mountain, whose friendly profile was chiselled by glaciers in days gone by. Come and experience the fruit wines in our portfolio, which capture the essence of a summer day in the Okanagan.

See ad on page 12/13.

Soaring Eagle Estate Winery 1751 Naramata Road, Penticton BC V2A 8T8 Phone: (250) 490-4965 www.soaringeaglewines.com Sonoran Estate Winery 5716 Gartrell Road, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z7 Phone: (250) 494-9323 Email: sonoran@shaw.ca www.sonoranwinery.com Sonoran’s boutique-style winery specializes in Icewines as well as Germanic & Bordeaux-style wines. Visit our Full Moon Bistro for a delicious lunch paired with Sonoran’s award-winning wines.

See ad on page 12/13.

Sperling Vineyards 1405 Pioneer Road, Kelowna BC V1W 4M6 Phone: (778) 478-0260 www.sperlingvineyards.com SpierHead Winery 3950 Spiers Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4B3 Phone: (250) 763-7777 www.spierheadwinery.com Stag’s Hollow Winery & Vineyard 2237 Sun Valley Way, Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R2 www.stagshollowwinery.com

Robin Ridge Winery 2686 Middle Bench Road, Keremeos, BC V0X 1N2 Phone: (250) 499-5504 www.robinridgewinery.com

Serendipity Estate Winery 990 Debeck Road, Naramata, BC V0H 1N0 Phone: (250) 496-5299 www.serendipitywinery.com

Rollingdale Winery 2306 Hayman Rd West Kelowna, BC V1Z 1Z5 Phone: (250) 769-9224 www.rollingdale.ca

Seven Stones Winery 1143 Highway 3, Cawston, BC V0X 1C3 Phone: (250) 499-2144 www.sevenstones.ca

Stoneboat Vineyards 7148 Orchard Grove Lane, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498.2226 www.stoneboatvineyards.com

Ruby Blues Winery 917 Narmata Rd., Penticton, BC V2A 8V1 Phone: (250) 276-5311 www.rubytuesdaywinery.com Rustic Roots 2238 Hwy 3, Cawston, BC V0X 1C2 Phone: (250) 499-2754 www.rusticrootswinery.com

Silk Scarf Winery 4917 Gartrell Road, Summerland BC Phone: (250) 494 7455 www.silkw.net Driven by a passion for quality and unique style and well supported by our customers’ appreciation, our relatively small production enables us to craft our award-winning wines.

See ad on page 12/13.

Sumac Ridge Estate Winery 17403 Hwy 97 N Summerland BC V0H 1Z0 Phone: (250) 494-0451 www.sumacridge.com Sumac Ridge Estate Winery, one of Canada’s most awarded wineries, features an impressive winemaking facility offering a full range of Okanagan wines. Tours and tastings daily. See ad on page 12/13.

Rustico Farm & Cellars Hwy. 97 to Rd.16 to 123rd St.

Silver Sage Winery Road 9,

SummerGate Winery 11612 Morrow Avenue,

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Shuswap Wineries The BEST North of the Okanagan!

www.shuswapwineries.ca

This unique group of British Columbia wineries is located in one of the most northern grape growing areas in North America. Shuswap lake is the dominant feature in the region, spreading its four long arms between rolling evergreen covered hills. Each vineyard has its own individual micro climate which gives special character to the wines produced there.

Celista Estate Winery 2319 Beguelin Road Celista, BC, V0E 1M6 Phone: (250) 955-8600 www.celistawine.com

Granite Creek Estate Winery 2302 Skimikin Rd Tappen, BC V0E 2X3 Phone: (250) 835-0049 www.granitecreek.ca

Larch Hills Winery 110 Timms Road Salmon Arm, BC V1E 2P8 Phone: (250) 832-0155 www.larchhillswinery.com

Ovino Winery 1577Yankee Flats Road Salmon Arm, BC V1E 3J4 Phone: (250) 832-8463 www.ovinowinery.com

Recline Ridge Vineyards and Winery Ltd. 2640 Skimikin Road Tappen, BC V0E 2X3 Phone: (250) 835-2212 www.recline-ridge.bc.ca

Sunnybrae Vineyards & Winery 3849 Sunnybrae Canoe Point Road Tapppen, BC V0E 2X0 Phone: (250) 835-8373 www.sunnybraewinery.com

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Summerland, BC Phone: (250) 583-9973 www.summergate.ca Summerhill Pyramid Winery 4870 Chute Lake Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4M3 Phone: (250) 764-8000 Toll Free: 1-800-667-3538 www.summerhill.bc.ca Join us for organic wine, breathtaking views, daily ‘Pyramid Experience’ tours, and for winepaired cuisine in the Sunset Organic Bistro. See ad on page 19.

Sunnybrae Vineyards & Winery 3849 Sunnybrae-Canoe Point Road, Tappen BC V0E 2X0 Phone: (250) 835-8393 Email: info@sunnybraewinery.com www.sunnybraewinery.com Our family operated Vineyard and Winery is overlooking beautiful Shuswap Lake. Come see what gives our wines special character.

See ad on page 23.

Tangled Vines Estate Winery 2140 Sun Valley Way, Okanagan Falls , BC V0H 1R2 phone: (250) 497-6416 www.tangledvineswinery.com Tantalus Vineyards 1670 Dehart Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4N6 Phone: (250) 764-0078 www.tantalus.ca Terravista Vineyards 1853 Sutherland Road Penticton, BC V2A 8T8 Phone: (778) 476-6011 www.terravistavineyards.com Therapy Vineyards 940 Debeck Road, Naramata, BC V0H 1N0 Phone: (250) 496-5217 www.therapyvineyards.com Thornhaven Estates 6816 Andrew Avenue Summerland, BC V0H 1Z7 Phone: (250) 494-7778 www.thornhaven com Elevated on the slopes of Little Giant’s Head Mountain, Thornhaven invites you to visit our intimate, charming winery. Experience the distinctive qualities of our wines and enjoy the splendor of our surroundings. See ad on page 12/13.

Tinhorn Creek Vineyards Road No. 7, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-3743 Toll free: 1-888-484-6467 www.tinhorn.com On a hillside overlooking vineyards, sagebrush, and the old gold mining creek that is its namesake, Tinhorn Creek offers visitors an unrivalled experience with stunning views, a self-guided tour, and stunning wines

from its estate vineyards.

Bench. See ad on page 10/11.

Phone: (250) 448-5007 www.workinghorsewinery.com

Top Shelf Winery 236 Linden Avenue, Kaleden, BC 778-515-0099 www.topshelfwine.ca

Young & Wyse Cellection 9503 12th Avenue , Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V1 Phone: (250) 495-3245 www.youngandwysewine.com

Township 7 Vineyards & Winery 1450 McMillan Avenue, Penticton BC V2A 8T4 Phone: (250) 770-1743 www.township7.com

Vancouver, Coast & Mountain Region

Tyler Harlton Wines 1-9576 Cedar Ave, Summerland BC, V0H 1Z2 Phone: (250) 809-8487 www.tylerharltonwines.com Upper Bench Estate Winery 170 Upper Bench Road South, Penticton, BC V2A 8T1 Phone: (250) 770-1733 Van Westen Vineyards (by appointment only) 2800A Aikins Loop, Naramata, BC, V0H 1N0 Phone: (250) 496-0067 www.vanwestenvineyards.com The Vibrant Vine 3240 Pooley Rd, Kelowna BC V1W 4G7 Phone: (778) 478-1977 www.thevibrantvine.com The View Winery & Vineyard #1-2287 Ward Road Kelowna, BC V1W 4R5 Phone: (250) 860-0742 www.theviewwinery.com The Vinegar Works 10216 Gould Avenue, Summerland, B.C. V0H 1Z8 Phone: (250) 494-7300 www.valentinefarm.com The Vinegar Works at Valentine Farm harvests grapes from their family vineyard to produce limitedrun Wine Vinegars. Notably, everything in every bottle is grown at Valentine Farm.

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Volcanic Hills Estate Winery 2845 Boucherie Road, West Kelowna, V1Z 2G6 Phone: (778) 755-5550 www.volcanichillswinery.com Wild Goose Vineyards 2145 Sun Valley Way, Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R2 phone: (250) 497-8919 www.wildgoosewinery.com Willow Hill Wines 12315 326 Avenue, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-6198 www.willowhillwines.com Working Horse Winery 5266 Coldham Road, Peachland, BC V0H 1X2

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Artisan Sakemaker at Granville Island 1339 Railspur Alley, Vancouver, BC Phone: (604) 685-7253 www.artisansakemaker.com Blackwood Lane Vineyards 25180 8th Ave., Langley, BC V4W 2G8 Phone: (604) 856-5787 www.blackwoodlanewinery.com Blue Heron Fruit Winery 18539 Dewdney Trunk Rd., Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2R9 Phone: (604) 465-5563 www.blueheronwinery.ca Campbell’s Gold Honey Farm & Meadery 2595 Lefeuvre Road Abbotsford, BC V4X 1L5 Phone: (604) 856-2125 www.bchoney.com Constantin Vasilica Winery 1385 Frost Road, Lindell Beach, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4X8 Phone: (604) 858-5222 Domaine de Chaberton Estate 1064 216th Street, Langley, BC V2Z 1R3 Phone: (604) 530-1736 www.domainedechaberton.com Fort Berens Estate Winery 1881 Highway 99 North Lillooet, BC V0K 1V0 Phone: (250) 256-7788 www.fortberens.ca Fort Wine Company 26151 84th Ave., Langley, BC V1M 3M6 Phone: (604) 857-1101 www.thefortwineco.com Isabella Winery 11491 River Road Richmond, BC V6X 1Z6 Phone: (604) 288-0608 www.isabellawinery.com Kermode Wild Berry Wines 8457 River Road South, Dewdney, BC V0M-1H0 Phone: (604) 814-3222 www.kermodewildberry.com Lotusland Wines 28450 King Rd., Abbotsford, BC V4X 1B1 Phone: (604) 857-4188 www.lotuslandvineyards.com Lulu Island Winery 16880 Westminster Hwy,

In the Okanagan, we make more than just wine.

Tours & Tastings 2920 - 28th Ave, Vernon 250 549 3120 267 Bernard Ave, Kelowna 778 484 5174

okanaganspirits.com Fr uit Liqueur s • Eau de Vie Absinthe • Gin • Whisky Awarded Master Class Distillery status by the World Spirits Organization Klagenfurt, Austria. 2010 Poire Williams An award winning classic fruit brandy made with over twenty-four Okanagan Bartlett Pears per bottle.

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Raspberry Liqueur A sweet liqueur that is balanced exceptionally well to ensure the full Raspberry taste is maintained without the excess sugar common in many fruit liqueurs.

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Taboo Absinthe A product for the open minded. Made to a traditional European recipe that includes Grand Wormwood. Taboo Genuine Absinthe is Canada’s only Genuine Absinthe.

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To truly appreciate these wonderful spirits, the Distillery invites visitors to come enjoy the unique learning experience at the distillery as it operates.

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Visiting the Distillery, you will have an opportunity to view our fruit processing, fermentation and distilling techniques along with the ability to see a one-of-a-kind, copper-pot, wood-fired, still in production.

With over 30 unique spirits to choose from, this unique distillery, which is recognized as a Master Class Distillery, is not to be missed while visiting the Okanagan.

Visit our website www.okanaganspirits to view our video and you can see what to expect at Okanagan Spirits.

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Richmond BC V6V 1A8 Phone : (604) 232-9839 www.luluislandwinery.com Maan Farms Winery 790 McKenzie Road, Abbotsford, BC, V2S 7N4, Phone: (604) 864-5723 www.maanfarms.com Mason Manor Mead 19736 98th Ave, Langley, BC V1M 2X5 Phone: (604) 513-4130 www.masonmanormead.ca Mt. Lehman Winery 5094 Mt Lehman Rd Abbotsford, BC V4X 1Z4 Phone: (604) 746-2881 www.mtlehmanwinery.ca Neck of the Woods Winery 3033 232nd St, Langley, BC Phone: (604) 539-9463 www.neckofthewoods.ca Nipro Winery Unit 23 - 11151 Horseshoe Way Richmond, BC V7A 4S5 Pacific Breeze Winery 6 320 Stewardson Way, New Westminster, BC V3M 6C3 Phone: (604) 522-2228 www.pacificbreezewinery.com Paradise Ranch #901 – 525 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 3H7 Phone: (604) 683-6040 www.icewines.com Pemberton Valley Vineyard 1427 Collins Road, Pemberton, BC Phone: (604) 894-5857 www.whistlerwine.com Rivers Bend Winery 15560 Colebrook Rd., Surrey, BC V3S 0L2 Phone: (604) 574-6106 www.riversbendwinery.com St. Urban Winery 47189 Bailey Road, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4S8 Phone: (604) 824-6233 Sanduz Estate Winery 12791 Blundell Road, Richmond, BC V6W 1B4 Phone: (604) 214-0444 www.sanduzwines.com Seoul Ricewine 20167 96 Avenue Langley, BC V1M 3C5 Phone: (604) 513-3605 Township 7 Vineyards and Winery 21152-16th Avenue, Langley, BC V2Z 1K3 Phone (604) 532-1766 www.township7.com Vancouver Urban Winery 55 Dunlevy Ave, Vancouver BC, V6A3A3 Phone: (604) 566-9463 www.vancouverurbanwinery.com

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Vista D’oro Winery 346 - 208th Street Langley, BC V2Z 1T6 Phone: (604) 514-3539 www.vistadoro.com

Church & State Wines 1445 Benvenuto Avenue, Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1J5 Phone: (250) 652-2671 www.churchandstatewines.com

Wellbrook Winery 4626 88th Street, Delta, BC V4K 3N3 Phone: (604) 946-1868 www.wellbrookwinery.com

Coastal Black Estate Winery 2186 Endall Road, Black Creek, BC V9J 1G8 Phone: (250) 337-8325 www.coastalblack.ca

Westham Island Estate Winery 2170 Westham Island Rd., Delta, BC V4K 3N2 Phone: (604) 940-9755 www.westhamislandwinery.com

Damali Winery and Vinegary 3500 Telegraph Road Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L4 Phone: (250) 743-4100 www.damali.ca

Vancouver Island & Gulf Islands

De Vine Vineyards 6181B Old West Saanich Road Saanichton, BC V8M 1W8 (250) 665-6983 www.devinevineyards.ca

22 Oaks Winery #1 - 6380 Lakes Road Duncan, BC V9L 5V6 Phone: (250) 709-0787 www.22oakswinery.ca 40 Knots Estate Winery 2400 Anderton Road, Comox, BC V9M 4E5 Phone: (250) 941-8810 www.40knotswinery.com Alderlea Vineyards 1751 Stamps Rd RR#1, Duncan, BC V9L 5W2 Phone: (250) 746-7122 www.alderleavineyards.com Averill Creek 6552 North Road, Duncan, BC V9L 6K9 Phone: (250) 709-9986 www.averillcreek.ca Beaufort Vineyards & Estate Winery 5854 Pickering Road, Courtenay, BC V9J 1T4 Phone: (250) 338-1357 www.beaufortwines.ca Blue Grouse Estate Winery Vineyards & Winery 4365 Blue Grouse Road, Duncan, BC V9L 6M3 Phone: (250) 743-3834 www.bluegrousevineyards.com Blue Moon Estate Winery 4905 Darcy Road Courtenay, BC V9J 1R5 Phone: (250) 338-9765 www.bluemoonwinery.ca Carbrea Vineyard & Winery 1885 Central Road, Hornby Island, BC V0R 1Z0 Phone: (250) 335-3120 www.carbreavineyard.com Chase & Warren Estate Winery 6253 Drinkwater Road, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8W6 Phone: (250) 723-WINE www.chaseandwarren.ca Cherry Point Vineyards 840 Cherry Point Rd., RR3, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L3 Phone: (250) 743-1272 www.cherrypointvineyards.com

Deol Estate Winery 6645 Somenos Rd., Duncan BC V9L 5Z3 Phone: (250) 746-3967 www.deolestatewinery.com Divino Estate Winery 1500 Freeman Rd., Duncan, BC V0R 1L3 Phone: (250) 743-2311 www.divinowine.ca Domaine Jasmin 444 Lakeview Road Thetis Island, BC Phone: (250) 246-9494 www.domainejasmin.com Domaine Rochette Winery 10555 W Saanich Rd North Saanich, BC V8L 6A8 Phone: (250) 656-5751 Dragonfly Hill Vineyard Winery 6130 Old West Saanich Road, Victoria, BC V9E 2G8 Phone: (250) 652-3782 www.dragonflyhillvineyard.com Emerald Coast Vineyards 2787 Alberni Highway Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8R2 Phone: (250) 724-1500 www.emeraldcoastvineyards.ca Enrico Winery 3280 Telegraph Road Mill Bay, BC V0R 2P3 phone: (250) 733-2356 www.enricowinery.com The 50 acre property was purchased in 2000 as a mixed farming operation with a long term vision to one day convert it to a vineyard and winery. The dream was realized

by Harry and Maru Smith in 2007, when 8 acres of Pinot Grigio and Pinot Noir were planted. The following year Ortega, Cabernet Libre & Cabernet Foch were added, bringing the total planted area of vineyard to 15 acres. Plans are in the works to expand the vineyard further in the near future.

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Garry Oaks Vineyard 1880 Fulford Ganges Rd.,

Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2A5 Phone: (250) 653-4687 www.garryoakswine.com Glenterra Vineyards 3897 Cobble Hill Rd, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L5 phone: (250) 743-2330 www.glenterravineyards.com Godfrey-Brownell Vineyards 4911 Marshall Rd., Duncan, BC V9L 6T3 Phone: (250) 715-0504 www.gbvineyards.com Honeymoon Bay Blackberry Winery 9940 Southshore Road, Honeymoon Bay, BC V0R 1Y0 Phone: (250) 704-6111 www.honeymoonbaywinery.com Hornby Island Winery 7000 Anderson Drive, Hornby Island, BC V0R 1Z0 Phone: (250) 335-3019 www.hornbywine.com Little Tribune Winery 6160 Central Road, Hornby Island, BC V0R1Z0 Phone: (250) 335-2189 www.littletribunefarmandwinery.com Malahat Estate Winery 1197 Aspen Road, Malahat, BC V0R 2L0 Phone: (250) 474-5129 Merridale Ciderworks 1230 Merridale Road, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L0 phone: (250) 743-4293 www.merridalecider.com Middle Mountain Mead Winery 3505 Euston Road, Hornby Island, BC V0R 1Z0 Phone: (250) 335-1397 www.middlemountainmead.com Millstone Estate Winery 2300 East Wellington Road Nanaimo, BC Phone: (250) 716-3549 www.millstonewinery.ca Mistaken Identity Vineyards 164 Norton Road, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2P5 Phone: (250) 538-9463 www.mistakenidentityvineyards.com

MooBerry Winery 403 Lowry’s Rd, Parksville, BC Phone: (250) 954-3931 www.mooberrywinery.com Morning Bay Vineyards 6621 Harbour Hill Drive, Pender Island, BC Phone: (250) 629-8351 www.morningbay.ca Muse Winery 11195 Chalet Road, N. Saanich, BC Canada V8L 5M1 Phone: (250) 656-2552 www.musewinery.ca Rocky Creek Winery 1854 Myhrest Road, Cowichan Bay, BC V0R 1N1 phone: (250) 748-5622 www.rockycreekwinery.ca Roost Farm Centre 9100 East Saanich Road, North Saanich, BC, V8L 1H5 Phone: (250) 655-0075 www.roostfarmcentre.com Salt Spring Vineyards 151 Lee Road, Salt Spring Island, BC V8K 2A5 Phone: (250) 653-9463 www.saltspringvineyards.com

Phone: (250) 285-2257 www.southend.ca Symphony Vineyard 6409B Oldfield Rd Saanichton, BC V8M 1X8 Phone: (250) 208-8784 www.symphonyvineyard.com Tugwell Creek Farm 8750 West Coast Road Sooke, BC V9Z 1H2 Phone: (250) 642-1956 www.tugwellcreekfarm.com Unsworth Vineyards 2915 Cameron Taggart Rd Mill Bay, BC V0R 2P2 Phone: (250) 929-2292 www.unsworthvineyards.com Venturi-Schulze Vineyards 4235 Vineyard Road, Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L5 Phone: (250) 743-5630 www.venturischulze.com Vigneti Zanatta Winery & Vineyards 5039 Marshall Road, Duncan, BC V9L 6S3 Phone: (250) 748-2338 www.zanatta.ca Kootenay Region

Saturna Island Winery 8 Quarry Road, Saturna Island, BC V0N 2Y0 Phone: (250) 539-5139 www.saturnavineyards.com

Baillie-Grohman Estate Winery 1140 - 27th Avenue South Creston, BC V0B 1G1 Phone: (250) 428-8768 www.bailliegrohman.com

Sea Cider 2487 Mt. St. Michael Road, Saanichton, BC V8M 1T7 Phone (250) 544-4824 www.seacider.ca

Columbia Gardens Vineyard 9340 Station Road, Trail, BC V1R 4W6 Phone: (250) 367-7493 www.cgwinery.com

Silverside Farm & Winery 3810 Cobble Hill Road Cobble Hill, BC V0R 1L5 Phone: (250) 743-9149 www.silversidefarm.com

Heron Ridge Estates 1682 Thrums Road, Thrums, BC V1N 4N4 Phone: (250) 764-5413 www.heronridgeestateswine.com

Starling Lane Winery 5271 Old West Saanich Road, Victoria, BC V9E 2A9 Phone: (250) 881-7422 www.starlinglanewinery.com

Skimmerhorn Winery 1218 - 27th Avenue South, Creston BC V0B 1G1 Phone: (250) 428-4911 www.skimmerhorn.ca

SouthEnd Farm & Vineyards 319 Sutil Road Quadra Island, BC V0P 1N0

Wynnwood Cellars 5566 Highway 3A Wynndel, BC V0B 2N2

3280 Telegraph Road The 50 acre property was purchased in 2000 as a mixed farming operation with a long term Mill Bay, BC V0R 2P3 vision to one day convert it to a vineyard and winery. The dream was realized by Harry and phone: (250) 733-2356 Maru Smith in 2007, when 8 acres of Pinot Grigio and Pinot Noir were planted. The following www.enricowinery.com year Ortega, Cabernet Libre & Cabernet Foch were added, bringing the total planted area of vineyard to 15 acres. Plans are in the works to expand the vineyard further in the near future.

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Festivals & Events Wine Soaked Celebrations Summerhill Pyramid Winery, Kevin Trowbridge

by Julianna Hayes

What do you get when you combine wine, food, music and art? A mighty fine party – and British Columbians know just how to throw one.

Several festivals that celebrate the grape are offered at different intervals throughout the year. So if you time it right, you can truly enjoy all that B.C wine country has to offer through any number of unique experiences and venues.

A number of festivals focus exclusively on local wines and are held in celebration of critical intervals throughout wine’s production period. For example, spring is a time of renewal with vineyards coming to life and this hope is reflected in the celebrations. Fall festivals toast the harvest and it’s not unusual to be served your wine by vintners with hands purple from the crush. Activities at this time celebrate the season’s bounty.

Each region with a thriving local wine industry holds some sort of celebration during the year. Some are grassroots, held open air, in open fields where local wines flow freely alongside rustic regional, seasonal cuisine. Others feature a bit more glitz and glamour, held in formal settings and attract celebrities.

You can take part in large tasting events featuring 50-plus wineries and hundreds of wines. But you can also opt for more intimate dinners, where food is prepared and served to enhance and showcase a select number of wines.

A couple B.C. festivals are international in focus, while still embracing regional producers. They recognize that local wines need to stand in a world-wide market and provide an opportunity for consumers to sample B.C. products side-by-side with their foreign competitors.

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Festivals Directory Okanagan Wine Festivals Society 1527 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2A7 Phone: (250) 861-6654 www.TheWineFestivals.com mobile phone at www.owfs.mobi www.twitter.com/OKWineFests www.facebook.com/OKWFS The Okanagan Wine Festivals continue to be one of the top attractions in North America.

We offer four annual/seasonal wine festivals. For information on our award winning wines visit us at: www.OkanaganWineAwards.com.

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for the Arts, Kelowna Tickets at selectyourtickets.com or 250.717.5304. Price: $59.00

18TH Annual Spring Okanagan Wine Festival May 3 - May 13, 2012

All You Need Is Cheese & Wine – The Beach Party Friday, July 13, 7:00pm - 9:00pm Watermark Beach Resort, Osoyoos www.watermarkbeachresort.com Tickets at selectyourtickets.com or 250.717.5304. Price: $59.00

All You Need Is Cheese…. and some Wine, the Party!

October 2, 7:00pm–9:00pm Okanagan Heritage Museum, Kelowna. www.selectyourtickets.com or 250.717.5304. Price: $50.00

Valley First GranFondo Wine Tasting Sunday, July 8, 6:30pm-9:00pm Gyro Park, Penticton Tickets at www.valleyfirsttix.com Price: $59.00 (all incl) Winetender Mixology Face-Off Thursday, July 12, 7:00pm - 9:00pm Laurel Heritage Packinghouse, Kelowna Tickets at selectyourtickets.com or 250.717.5304. Price: $50.00

Alexis de Portneuf presents “The Young Chefs” October 4, 6:00pm–8:30pm Culinary Arts Centre at Okanagan College, Kelowna www.selectyourtickets.com or 250.717.5304. Price: $60.00 Valley First Grand Finale Consumer Tastings Oct 5 & 6, 6:00pm–9:00pm Penticton Trade & Conv Centre www.valleyfirsttix.com or 877.763.2849. Price: $65.00 or 2 night pass $100.00

Best of the Best Wine Awards and Reception May 3rd, 2:00pm - 5:00pm Laurel Heritage Packinghouse 1304 Ellis Street, Kelowna Tickets at selectyourtickets.com or 250.717.5304. Price: $45.00

32nd Annual Fall Okanagan Wine Festival Sept 28 - Oct 7, 2012

WestJet Wine Tastings May 4th & 5th, 7:00pm - 9:30pm Rotary Centre for the Art 421 Cawston Avenue, Kelowna Tickets at selectyourtickets.com or 250.717.5304. Price: $65.00

BC Wine Awards Reception & Tasting September 27, 7:00pm–9:00pm Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna www.selectyourtickets.com 250.717.5304 Price: $50.00

All You Need Is Cheese…. and some Wine!

May 12th, 7:00pm - 9:00pm Tickets at selectyourtickets.com or 250.717.5304. Price: $55.00

WestJet Wine Tastings September 28 & 29, 7:00pm–9:30pm Rotary Centre for the Arts, Kelowna www.selectyourtickets.com or 250.717.5304. Price: $65.00

11th Annual Summer Okanagan Wine Festival July 7 ~ July 15, 2012

All You Need is Cheese... and Wine the Seminar September 30, 6:30pm–8:30pm Manteo Resort, Kelowna www.selectyourtickets.com or 250.717.5304 Price: $45.00

Valley First Pops The Cork Saturday July 7, 6:30pm - 9:00pm Arts Common by the Rotary Centre

The Blind Wine & Cheese Soiree, by Valley First October 3, 7:00pm–9:30pm Kelowna Art Gallery, Kelowna www.selectyourtickets.com or 250.717.5304 Price: $50.00

The Vinos Wine Film Festival & the Nota Bene Release Party Email: info@blackhillswinery.com www.blackhillswinery.com The 3rd Annual Vinos Wine Film Festival takes place on Friday June 8, 2012 at Spirit Ridge in Osoyoos.

Join us for a lively party featuring the best video submissions from amateurs and professionals across Canada. Then on Saturday June 9 join us at Black Hills Estate Winery for the 5th Annual Nota Bene Release Party. Enjoy spectacular food, wine and entertainment in a lively, free spirit setting. Check out our website or contact us for more information on these great events.

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Wine Festivals Start Planning Your Visit to Okanagan Wine Country

The Spring Okanagan Wine Festival 2012: May 3 - 13 2013: May 3 - 12 The Summer Okanagan Wine Festival 2012: July 7 - 15 2013: July 6 - 14 The Fall Okanagan Wine Festival 2012: September 28 - October 7

2013: October 4 - 14

Winter Festival of Wine 2013: January 16 - 20

Purchase Your Tickets Today! For more information on our four annual Okanagan Wine Festivals, contact www.thewinefestivals.com or email info@thewinefestivals.com or call 250-861-6654.

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1. After your Passport is validated by eight (8) or more participating wineries, simply complete and detach this card with your name, address and phone number, and drop off at participating wineries or mail to the address listed below.

2. Entrants must be 19 years of age or older.

3. E arly bird draws are on August 1 and September 1 for Two (2) free tickets to the Friday Night Grand Finale Consumer Tasting in Penticton.

4. The final draw takes place on Oct 31, 2012 and the Grand Prize includes one (1) night package for two (2) to the 2013 Spring Wine Festival. Package will include two (2) airfares, one (1) night accommodation and event tickets.

Participating Wineries 3 Mile Estate 8th Generation Aces Winery Ancient Hill Estate Arrowleaf Cellars Beaumont Family Estate Bench 1775 Black Hills Estate Winery Blasted Church Vineyards Blue Mountain Bonitas Winery Burrowing Owl Vineyards Calona Vineyards Camelot Vineyards Cassini Cellars Castoro de Oro CedarCreek Estate Winery Cerelia Vineyards Church & State Wines Clos du Soleil Crowsnest Vineyards D’Angelo Estate Winery Desert Hills Estate Winery Dirty Laundry Vineyards Dunham & Froese Elephant Isl. Orchard Wines Ex Nihilo Vineyards Fairview Cellars

Forbidden Fruit Fort Berens Estate Winery Ganton & Larsen Prospect Gehringer Bros. Estate Gold Hill Gray Monk Estate Winery Heaven’s Gate Hester Creek Estate Winery Hidden Chapel Winery Hillside Estate Winery House of Rose Howling Bluff Inniskillin Okanagan Intrigue Wines Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Kalala Winery Kettle Valley Winery Ltd. Kraze Legz Vineyard La Frenz Winery La Stella Winery Le Vieux Pin Winery Lake Breeze Vineyards Lang Vineyards Larch Hills Winery Laughing Stock Vineyards Little Straw Vineyards Lulu Island Winery Meadow Vista Honey Wines

Meyer Family Vineyards Misconduct Wines Mission Hill Family Estate Monster Vineyards Moon Curser Vineyards Mt Boucherie Estate Winery Niche Wine Company Nk’Mip Cellars Noble Ridge Estate Winery Oliver Twist Okanagan Crush Pad Osoyoos Larose Painted Rock Estate Winery Peller Estates Pentâge Wines Perseus Winery & Vineyards Poplar Grove Quails’ Gate Estate Winery Quinta Ferreira Recline Ridge Winery Red Rooster Winery River Stone Estate Road 13 Winery Robin Ridge Winery Rollingdale Winery Ruby Blues Rustic Roots Sandhill

Saxon Winery See Ya Later Ranch Serendipity Seven Stones Silk Scarf Silver Sage Winery Sleeping Giant Fruit Winery Sonoran Estate Winery Sperling Vineyards Spier Head Winery St. Hubertus Estate Winery Stag’s Hollow Winery Stoneboat Vineyards Sumac Ridge Estate Winery Summerhill Pyramid Winery Tangled Vines Tantalus Vineyards The View Winery Therapy Vineyards Thornhaven Estates Winery Tinhorn Creek Vineyards Township 7 Upper Bench Winery Vibrant Vines Volcanic Hills Wild Goose Vineyards Young & Wyse Winery

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Events Directory Gray Monk Estate Winery 1055 Camp Road, Okanagan Centre, BC Phone: (250) 766-3168 Toll Free: 1-800-663-4205 www.graymonk.com • Saturday, May 5. Ultimate Okanagan Chefs Table, 6:00pm - 10:00 pm, Gray Monk Celebrates their 30th, 40th & 50th Anniversaries with the Ultimate Okanagan Chefs Table • Friday, September 28. Gray Monk is Seeing Red, 6:00pm - 10:00pm.

A five course gourmet dinner featuring all courses paired with Gray Monk’s award winning red wines.

• Saturday, September 29. Wines, Vines and Vistas. 11:30am 2:00pm. Stroll through the vineyard with your souvenir glass and taste our award winning wines.

• Friday, October 5. Behind the Bottle and the Plate. 6:00pm - 10:00pm. Meet Gray Monk’s winemakers and the Grapevine Restaurant chefs and get a look behind the scenes.

To purchase tickets please visit: www.grapevinerestaurant.ca and click on “Shop”

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Hester Creek Estate Winery 13163 - 326th Avenue, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-4435 Toll free: 1-866-498-4435 www.hestercreek.com Hester Creek offers multiple events throughout the year; cooking classes, wine festival dinners, concerts, accommodation packages and a Summer patio music series.

Visit us at www.hestercreek.com for updated information.

Mission Hill Family Estate 1730 Mission Hill Road, West Kelowna, BC V4T 2E4 Phone: (250) 768-6448 www.missionhillwinery.com At Mission Hill Family Estate, we are proud to host a range of special events at the winery. Our Summer Concert Series presents “An Evening with Chris Botti” June 24th, 2012.

Culinary Workshops, Seminars International Sommelier Guild Courses and Wine Festival events are all part of the line up. Visit our website for details.

Road 13 Winery 13140-316 A Avenue, Road 13, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-8330 www.road13vineyards.com

Back by popular demand and expanded! Join us on the 13th of each month, May through to October, for our Summer Dinner Series. Also look for our spring, summer and fall events at the Okanagan Wine Festivals. Visit our website for details.

Summerhill Winery 4870 Chute Lake Road, Kelowna, BC V1W 4M3 Phone: (250) 764-8000 Toll Free: 1-800-667-3538 www.summerhill.bc.ca Fertility Festival - May 11, 2012 We’re celebrating our vineyard becoming Demeter Certified Biodynamic with an all out, all day party! Featuring the creative fertility of BC’s best artists, poets, performers, thinkers, musicians, and artisans. The Summerhill grounds will be alive with two stages for live music, chef stations serving locally grown organic food, specially commissioned art installations, keynote speeches in the Pyramid, drum jams in the Kekuli, an artisan market, gallery exhibits in the vineyard, and way more.

Cost: Adults, $15 Students, $10 12 yrs and under, free. Visit https://www.facebook.com/ events/225120404242367/ for more details.

Mission Hill Family Estate Amphitheatre hosts a series of Summer Concerts, James O’mara :: Tasting, ©iStockphoto.com, webphotographer :: Glasses set up for tasting, ©iStockphoto.com, nycshooter :: Summerhill Pyramid Winery, Kevin Trowbridge

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Day Tripping Let’s Hit the Road

by Julianna Hayes

With more than 200 wineries beckoning you to their doorstep, planning a tour in B.C.’s wine country may seem an impossible task. But don’t sweat it. We’ve got some suggestions to help you put together a memorable wine-focused adventure – stress free.

Consider the four Ws – who, what, when and where.

Let’s start with “Who” – Who is taking the tour? You’ll want to design your trip to meet the needs of your individual group. If this is a family vacation, then you’ll need to explore kid-friendly options so the young ones are entertained while the adults sip wine. Is Rover going along for the ride? Some wineries provide designated pet areas to keep animals cool and hydrated.

What – What is your mode of transportation? Are you driving, cycling or flying? There are wineries grouped together in certain pockets creating wonderful opportunities for a bike tour. There are places now that have heli-pads so visiting by helicopter is a unique wine adventure. People travelling by RV may want to consider wineries off the beaten path in locales close to camping. Wine tour companies offering buses or vans and a designated driver are a safe and cost-effect option for group travellers.

When – Peak season visitors have a breadth of choices, as all wineries will be open, but will find booking hotels a bit of a challenge. The opposite is true, of course, for off-season travellers who may discover a large number of wineries have limited hours, open by appointment only or have shutdown completely. But they won’t have to contend with crowds and may get great deals on accommodation.

Where – There are five designated viticultural areas – Okanagan, Fraser Valley, Similkameen Valley, Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands, as well as a few wine producers off the beaten path. Within each region there are wineries grouped together ideal for a one-day tour or a week-long exploration.

Choosing where you want to go may be as simple as selecting a winery you admire and always wanted to visit and then scoping out other places nearby.

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Wienery Dog, Chris Mason Stearns :: Underground Barrel Cellar at Mission Hill Family Estate Winery, Paul Warchol :: Road 13 Vineyard, Stuart Bish :: Summerhill Pyramid Winery, Kevin Trowbridge

We’re Open Daily 10 am - 5 pm Spectacular Patio with an incredible view.

Enjoy a glass or bottle of wine with our fine selection of deli delights.

Taste. Relax. Enjoy.

Dirty Laundry Vineyard 250.494.8815 7311 Fiske Street Summerland, BC Follow Bottleneck Drive! www.dirtylaundry.ca

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Once you have the four Ws down, consider the kind of experience you want to have. Are you environmentally conscious? There are wineries that grow organically or use biodynamic farming practices. Several are LEED-certified. Are you a foodie? Many wineries have their own restaurants and embrace seasonal and regional cuisine.

Lastly, don’t over plan. Allow for some flexibility and spontaneity in your wine tour. B.C. wine country is full of surprises.

• You’ll find burgundy and white Wine Route signs along major highways and roadways to help guide you to your destinations.

• Designate a responsible driver.

• Respect the land – While wineries more than encourage visitors, many of them are still working farms so ask for permission before you go exploring or decide to have a vineyard picnic. And leave it as you found it – taking all garbage and recycling with you.

• Some wineries charge a small fee for tastings.

This is simply to offset the cost of the wine they pour – which can really add up in a season. Often this fee is reimbursed when wine is purchased.

• The first vineyards were set up 140 years ago

by Father Charles Pandosy at the Obelate Mission near Kelowna s. The purpose was to make sacramental wines for his parish.

• The first commercial vineyards were planted in 1926 and early wines were bottled under names like Fuddle Duck and Hot Goose. Vineyards were dominated by French hybrids.

• The Free Trade Agreement in the mid 1990s was the turning point for the industry as it opened up the Canadian market for imports.

To compete, vintners pulled up less desirable vines and replaced them with traditional noble vinifera varieties. This was the catalyst for remarkable growth.

Tour Operator Directory Okanagan Dinner Wine Tours Phone: (250) 762-9951 Toll Free: 1-866-FUN-WINE www.okanagandinnerwinetours.com Okanagan’s best kept secret! A truly wonderful evening visiting wineries, sampling fine wines and enjoying superb food. Dine overlooking the vines and savour the flavors. We offer a variety of wine tours. Ask about our special wine day tour.

See ad on page 40.

Club Wine Tours Phone: (250) 762-9951 Toll Free: 1-866-FUN-WINE www.clubwinetours.com Relax in comfort and visit award winning boutique and estate wineries . These small vintners take the time to share their unique and exciting wine knowledge.

Sip and savour spectacular wines while discovering the beauty of the Okanagan Valley countryside.

See ad on page 40.

MJO Tours 206-3317 30th Avenue, Vernon, BC V1T 2C9 Phone: (250) 545-3016 Toll Free: 1-877-726-6548 info@mjotours.com www.mjotours.com Our mission is to ensure your tour with MJO Tours is second to none; with solid local knowledge and exclusive “behind the scenes” tasting events . Let MJO Tours provide you with your next Okanagan Wine Touring experience. See ad below.

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The Okanagan Valley The largest of the five British Columbia appellations, the Okanagan Valley is anchored by Highway 97 that snakes its way from north to south. This makes touring by car easy, but the sheer breadth of the region calls for several individual trips – and even then you won’t cover it all.

The valley is arid - receiving less than 30 mm of precipitation annually - and is lined by mountains and filled with lakes. One of the key features is Okanagan Lake, 135 kms long, deep and home to the legendary but elusive creature called Ogopogo. The Okanagan also features Canada’s only desert, an extension of the Sonoran, which stretches up from Mexico.

This divergent terrain has created unique micro-climates and soil types in the various pockets of the valley. For that reason, you will find incredible diversity in the varieties of grapes and styles of wines produced here.

North Okanagan • Vernon – the oldest and second largest city in the valley and a short drive from Silver Star Mountain ski resort.

• Armstrong – the cheese capital of Canada.

• Salmon Arm – Located on Shuswap Lake, Salmon featuring more than 400 km of gorgeous shoreline and is considered a world-class mecca for houseboating.

• Falkland – known for is flag-waving Canadian spirit and home to perhaps the largest Canadian flag in the nation.

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Central Okanagan • K elowna/West Kelowna – includes the valley’s largest city; featuring miles of sandy beaches hugging the shores of Okanagan Lake. You’ll find Big White ski resort nearby. This is where grape growing got its start in the 1800s. Numerous wineries located here forming Kelowna’s Wine Trail.

• L ake Country – known as the Apple Capital of Canada and set in a picturesque pocket of rolling hills and lakes.

South Okanagan • Peachland – epitomizes beaches and peaches and Ogopogo’s hometown • S ummerland – Featuring the Kettle Valley Railway; Summerland ornamental gardens; a salmon hatchery; and the Bottleneck Drive wine trail.

• P enticton - sandwiched between two lakes - Okanagan Lake and Skaha - and just a short drive from Apex Mountain ski resort. There’s a river channel in the heart of the city that draws thousands of tubers each year.

• N aramata – a captivating benchland that winds its way along the southeastern tip of Okanagan Lake. It features a high concentration of wineries and is an ideal spot for a bike tour.

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Okanagan Falls / Similkameen Valley

South Okanagan • Okanagan Falls – has an old west flavour and one of the main attractions is McIntyre Bluff, vertical cliffs which rise 250 meters on the edge of Vaseaux Lake, a wildlife preserve. Home to the Corkscrew Drive wine trail.

Similkameen Valley Look for the west turn off to the Crowsnest Highway (Highway 3) between Penticton and Okanagan Falls in the south portion of the Okanagan Valley to explore this up and coming wine appellation.

The highway crosses the Similkameen river, which was the hub of a local gold rush. This region has a decidedly rural feel with ranches, wineries and fruit farms dotting the landscape.

• Keremeos – known as the “Fruit Stand Capital of the World.”

• C awston – an agricultural center with two fruit packing plants, one for organic produce - a fastgrowing segment of the area’s economy.

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South Okanagan • Oliver – Known as the Wine Capital of Canada, as it has the highest concentration of wineries and vineyard anywhere in the nation. The area features two premium growing areas – the Golden Mile and Black Sage Bench, with just about every square inch filled with lush rolling vineyards. Where there are no vines, you’ll find an abundance of fruit trees and you’ll be hard pressed during the summer months not to find something fresh and delicious to snack on.

Oliver features a small, picturesque lake - Tuc El Nuit – serves as a welcome summertime respite for boating, paddling, fishing or just fro cooling of. During the off-season, nearby Mt. Baldy ski resort is a quick winter getaway.

• Osoyoos – The most southerly vineyards in the province surround this foot of this vibrant community, which sits just before the U.S. You’ll find an interpretative desert centre here, where you can learn about indigenous plants and animals - perhaps catching a peak at a burrowing owl or rattlesnake. Osoyoos boasts the warmest freshwater lake in Canada, extending watersports and activities. A number of fine resorts line the lake’s banks or can be found nearby.

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Fraser Valley The scenic Fraser River winds its way from Hope to the Fraser Valley, east of Vancouver, where a small collection of wineries have set roots thanks to a unique microclimate that kisses the area, otherwise known for its rainfall. Wineries can be found in and around deeply agricultural pockets of lush farmland and near dense urban settings in Langley, Abbotsford, Surrey, Chilliwack, Richmond and Delta.

Those who want to combine a big city visit complete with shopping, shows and nightlife, should consider this area for its proximity to the province’s largest city Vancouver.

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Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands More than two dozen producers of grape and fruit wines and ciders wines now make their home on Vancouver Island and neighbouring isles. It’s hard to beat this coastal setting for its pure esthetic appeal, with its rugged shoreline and pastoral feel. Some say coastal British Columbia is where the Okanagan was a decade ago and that there is the possibility of 50 or more wineries thriving on Vancouver and the Gulf Islands.

The area has a deep focus on seasonal and regional farming, producing everything from balsamic vinegar to spring lamb, Saskatoon berries to asparagus, fresh farm-baked bread and produce.

The islands enjoy a temperate climate. Though not as hot and dry as in the Okanagan, island growers have a longer season with less risk of early or late frost.

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Those craving a grassroots experience will enjoy the family-run cottage like feel of the wine industry here. Wineries on Vancouver Island can be found clustered in Cowichan Valley, Duncan, Nanaimo, Saanich Pennisula, Sooke and close to the capital city of Victoria. Wineries can be found on the following Gulf Islands: Pender, Saturna, Hornby, Salt Spring, and Quadra.

The Kootenays Travelling east of the Okanagan Valley on Crowsnest Highway, you’ll wind your way through a vast and breathtaking terrain. The Kootenays feature an abundance of lakes and four parallel mountain ranges, beginning with the Monashees from the west.

This is a region appreciated for its ruggedness, for its hot springs, for its glacial waters and for its pristine and formidable wilderness parks. But you’ll find wine here too, namely in south central communities between Trail and Creston. You could potentially visit all five wineries in one day, but are better to split it up and take in other regional sights - stopping in Trail and Thrums on day one and going to Creston and Wynndel on day two.

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DINING OUT You Gotta Eat Here

Sunset Organic Bistro, Kevin Trowbridge

by Julianna Hayes

A trip to B.C. wine country would not be complete without a meal or two at a fine dining establishment with a great local wine list, or at a winery restaurant.

At fine independent eateries, on-staff sommeliers have the task of procuring wines, managing the cellar, and training the hospitality staff on wine service. These people know their stuff and are able to make suggestions on wines that will best complement each food item on the menu. This pays off for both the restaurateur and the winery since the consumer usually has a wining and dining experience they won’t soon forget.

The same is true at winery restaurants. While the selection of wines might focus on own products, many embrace producers from other local wineries.

Restaurants with a thoughtful food and drink program try to showcase selections to their best advantage. Many dishes will infuse recommended wines to create the ideal match.

There’s another reason to choose restaurants which have a solid local wine list. They are often the only or last source for certain wines, particularly those highly sought after by consumers, selling out within a short time of release.

It makes sense to allow restaurants to showcase wines in the best light possible – with great food. An excellent wine really shines when it’s paired with first-rate cuisine.

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Restaurant Directory Bonitas Bistro at Bonitas Winery (page 12/13) 20623 McDougald Rd. Summerland, BC V0H 1Z6 Phone: (778) 516-5596 www.bonitasbistro.com We offer a unique winery dining experience, while enjoying our fantastic lakeshore views overlooking the vines. We focus on local cuisine, featuring some of the best produce the region has to offer.

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Phone: (250) 494 9323 www.sonoranwinery.com Visit our Full Moon Bistro for a delicious lunch made to order from fresh locally grown produce and paired with Sonoran’s award winning wines. Enjoy!

Grapevine Restaurant at Gray Monk Estate Winery 1055 Camp Road, Okanagan Centre, BC Phone: (250) 766-3168 Ext. 2 Toll Free: 1-800-663-4205 www.grapevinerestaurant.ca Situated on one of the most beautiful slopes overlooking Lake

Okanagan, the Grapevine restaurant prides itself on its creative, fresh cuisine. Our philosophy is simple, exceed our guests expectations while supporting local farmers and producers.

The Keg Steakhouse & Bar 1580 Water Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 1J7 Phone: (250) 763-5435 www.kegsteakhouse.com Steak grilled to perfection or succulent prime rib paired with flavourful local wines makes for a winning dining experience unique to the Okanagan. The Keg offers

Organic Garden at Summerhill Pyramid Winery, Kevin Trowbridge :: Food, Jason Van Bruggen :: Old Vines Restaurant at Quail’s Gate :: Sunset Organic Bistro, Kevin Trowbridge

The Old Train Station Pub 1177 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC Phone: (778) 484-5558 www.oldtrainstationpub.com Recently opened in a heritage CN Rail Station built in 1926 , just one block from the Delta Grand Resort in Downtown Kelowna. At The Train Station Pub, we serve great pub food with flare as well as a long list of Okanagan Wines.

The Sonora Room Restaurant at Burrowing Owl Estate Winery (page 6) 100 Burrowing Owl Place (off Black Sage Road) Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-0620 Toll free: 1-877-498-0620 www.burrowingowlwine.ca Open February – December. Fine cuisine paired with award winning wines in a beautiful vineyard setting.

Mission Hill Family Estate Terrace Restaurant 1730 Mission Hill Road, West Kelowna, BC V4T 2E4 Phone: (250) 768-6443 www.missionhillwinery.com Open for lunch and dinner from May to October. The award-winning Terrace Restaurant is a place where friends gather to share locallyinspired cuisine paired with fine wine in a setting like no other.

See ad on page 15.

Pheasant & Quail Pub & Private Liquor Store 3110 Lakeshore Road Kelowna, B.C. V1W 3T1 Phone (250) 860-1066 www.pheasantandquail.com As one of British Columbia’s premier neighbourhood pubs and liquor store, the Pheasant & Quail has carved out a solid niche in the Kelowna hospitality marketplace by serving high quaility food and beverage products in a friendly casual pub atmosphere. Great food and service indeed. See ad on page 44.

Sunset Organic Bistro at Summerhill Pyramid Winery 4870 Chute Lake Road Kelowna, BC Canada V1W 4M3 Phone: (250) 764-8000 www.summerhill.bc.ca Visit the Sunset Organic Bistro for wine-paired, organic cuisine in a vineyard setting with breataking views of lake and valley . Executive Chef Jesse Croy has built a network of local farmers to create his menus, including produce from his own ½ acre on-site culinary garden.

See ad on page 19.

Okanagan Dinner Wine Tours Phone: (250) 762-9951 Toll Free: 1-866-FUN-WINE www.okanagandinnerwinetours.com Okanagan’s best kept secret! A truly wonderful evening visiting wineries, sampling fine wines and enjoying superb food. Dine overlooking the vines and savour the flavors. We offer a variety of wine tours. Ask about our special wine day tour. See ad on page 40.

range at Predator Ridge Resort 301 Village Centre Place, Vernon, BC V1H 1T2 Phone: (250) 542-3436 Toll Free: 1-888-578-6688 www.PredatorRidge.com For an early morning breakfast, relaxing lunch or an upscale yet unpretentious dinner, r a n g e ’ s expertly prepared fare and warm, welcoming service will exceed your expectations. See ad on page 50.

The Vanilla Pod Restaurant at Poplar Grove Winery 425 Middle Bench Road North, Penticton, BC, V2A 8S5 Phone: (250) 494-8222 Email: vanillapod@shaw.ca www.thevanillapod.ca Join us at the Vanilla Pod for lunch, dinner or afternoon tapas. Sample Chef Bruno Terroso’s innovative cuisine inspired by fresh, seasonal local ingredients.

Open daily from 11 a.m

casual dining with a contemporary flavour. It’s your best choice for a great night out. See ad below.

La Bussola 1451 Ellis Street, Kelowna, BC Phone: (250) 763-3110 www.labussolarestaurant.com Enjoy a sensory experience where each course is savoured, every aroma enjoyed and taste treasured. Family owned since 1974.

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Tourism British Columbia

by Julianna Hayes

Your inspiration for visiting British Columbia may be its wine, but depending on the length of your stay you may be compelled to step off the wine trail and take in some of its other incredible experiences and attributes.

The province is loaded with options for those with an adventurous mind. Consider a whale watching, fishing, zip line or gold panning excursion. Climb a mountain, take a hike or cycle a trail. Take a train, floatplane or helicopter tour.

Relax by setting aside time for a trip to a botanical garden, hot spring, lavender farm or cheese maker.

Consider also that B.C. is home to a desert interpretative centre, old growth forests and marine-life migration points. It’s a golf and ski mecca and offers snowmobiling and boating opportunities, as well as some of the most beautiful beaches anywhere.

B.C. also offers a variety of diversified arts and cultural experiences to enrich the visitor experience.

There are ballet companies, theatre groups, galleries and museums. On their tours, they’ll find symphonies, chamber orchestras, jazz clubs and multi-cultural centres. The streets are home to public art. The parks are filled with buskers and craftspeople.

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Predator Ridge Golf Resort :: Beach, Tourism BC/Don Weixl KVR Mountain Biking, Tourism BC/Tom Ryan :: Kettle Valley Steam Railway

which provide concert series or theatre productions during the summer months. Some have onsite art galleries featuring local artisans. Others offer cooking classes and educational wine seminars.

There are organizations which embrace the province’s First Nations heritage and others that have made B.C. their home. There are also festivals dedicated to music, theatre, art and wine, and ones that combine them all.

Things-to-do Directory Amici’s Hair & Body Spa 595 Lawrence Ave Kelowna BC V1Y 6L8 Phone: (250) 762-3000 www.amicishairandbodyspa.com If you’re getting ready for that special event or just taking some time to relax, visit Amici’s for a high quality salon experience. Enjoy personalized services from head to toe in an intimate and comfortable setting. We are conveniently located in downtown Kelowna.

Beyond Wrapture Day Spa Find us at the following locations: Summerland Waterfront Resort, Lake Okanagan Resort, Coast Capri Hotel, Big White Ski Resort Phone: 1-866-548-8899 www.beyondwrapture.com Choose a delightful adventure in pampering at Beyond Wrapture Day Spa! We guarantee you will leave feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to welcome your world!

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Club Wine Tours Phone: (250) 762-9951 Toll Free: 1-866-FUN-WINE www.clubwinetours.com Relax in comfort and visit award winning boutique and estate wineries . These small vintners take the time to share their unique and exciting wine knowledge.

Sip and savour spectacular wines while discovering the beauty of the Okanagan Valley countryside.

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LOTS OF SHOPPING LOTS OF FUN! over 75 shops, restaurants and services including Zellers, Save On Foods and Future Shop.

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Kettle Valley Steam Railway Engine 3716 – Celebrating a Century of Steam 18404 Bathville Road Summerland, BC V0H 1Z0 Phone: (250) 494-8422 Toll Free: 1-877-494-8424 Help us celebrate engine 3716’s 100th year with a ride through scenic Wine Country from May to October. This unique 90-minute journey includes live music and a trip onto the Trout Creek Bridge, circa 1913.

MJO TOurs 206-3317 30th Avenue Vernon, BC V1T 2C9 Phone: (250) 545-3016 Toll Free: 1-877-726-6548 info@mjotours.com www.mjotours.com Our mission is to ensure your tour with MJO Tours is second to none; with solid local knowledge and exclusive “behind the scenes” tasting events . Let MJO Tours provide you with your next Okanagan Wine Touring experience.

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Okanagan Dinner Wine Tours Phone: (250) 762-9951 Toll Free: 1-866-FUN-WINE www.okanagandinnerwinetours.com Okanagan’s best kept secret! A truly wonderful evening visiting wineries, sampling fine wines and enjoying superb food. Dine overlooking the vines and savour the flavors. We offer a variety of wine tours. Ask about our special wine day tour. See ad on page 40.

Orchard Plaza Shopping Centre Cooper Road and Harvey Avenue Kelowna, BC Phone: (250) 763-7787 Located in the heart of Kelowna’s premier shopping area. This regional centre features a wide array of shopping and entertainment opportunities. Medical and dental, three financial institutions and five theatres. See ad on page 49.

Pheasant & Quail Private Liquor Store 3110 Lakeshore Road Kelowna, B.C. V1W 3T1 Phone (250) 860-1066 www.pheasantandquail.com Stocks a large selection of local VQA

wines including a great assortment of imported wines to compliment a full wine service to our customers.

Also provided in our “one stop service” are a variety of spirit products from many distillers around the world. See ad on page 44.

Planet Bee Honey Farm and Meadery 5011 Bella Vista Road Vernon, BC V1H 1A1 Phone: (250) 542-8088 Toll Free: 1-877-233-9675 www.planetbee.com Come learn about wonderful Honey Bees. Browse and shop at your leisure in the sweetness of the country store and discover their “Treasures of the Hive.”

Predator Ridge Resort 301 Village Centre Place, Vernon, BC V1H 1T2 Phone: (250) 542-3436 Toll Free: 1-888-578-6688 www.PredatorRidge.com Play two of the best Okanagan golf courses with immaculately groomed fairways. The new Ridge Course was awarded Canada’s Best New Golf Course by SCOREGolf in 2010 See ad below.

Accommodation Stay Awhile and Enjoy the View

by Julianna Hayes

Travellers to British Columbia wine country come from all walks of life. There are those with the taste and demands of royalty and the budget to match. Others are looking for affordable but comfortable accommodations for their vacation. And then there are those who seek a rugged experience consisting of little more than a tent and a fire pit. Whatever your preference, B.C. has options to meet every need, desire and financial reality.

Travellers here can opt to bed down at a five-star resort or escape to the backcountry. They can set up at an RV park or book a room at a family-friendly motel with a waterslide and games room. Their accommodations could overlook the ocean or a lake, vineyard, nature preserve or lively city street.

Visitors can splurge on room service, indulge in an on-site spa and valet service, or choose a campsite to cook over an open fire at a remote locale.

That’s the beauty of B.C. One only needs to do a bit of research to find something that fits the bill.

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The Guest House at Burrowing Owl Winery, Tammy Tomiye

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Each Best Western® branded hotel is independently owned and operated

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accommodation Directory Best Western Plus Kelowna Hotel & Suites 2402 Highway 97 North, Kelowna, BC V1X 4J1 Phone: (250) 860-1212 Toll free: 1-888-860-1212 www.bestwesternkelownahotel.com Enjoy our premium full service hotel, located minutes from several renowned wineries. We offer well appointed guest rooms with upscale amenities, a full service spa, restaurant, sports bar, indoor / outdoor mineral pool, two outdoor hot tubs, private garden courtyard & BBQ area, and business centre. Enjoy your complimentary hot buffet breakfast daily.

See ad on page 51.

The Guest House at Burrowing Owl Winery 100 Burrowing Owl Place (off Black Sage Road), Oliver, B.C. V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-0620 Toll free: 1-877-498-0620 www.burrowingowlwine.ca A beautiful 11 room Guest House overlooking Burrowing Owl Vineyards. Breakfast is included.

Amenities include meeting space, an all season hot tub and a 25 meter solar heated outdoor pool.

See ad on page 6.

The Cove Lakeside Resort 4205 Gellatly Road West Kelowna, BC V4T 2K2 Phone: (250) 707-1800 Toll Free: 1-877-762-2683 www.covelakeside.com

The Cove Lakeside Resort is situated on the waterfront and features luxurious all-suite accommodations.

With its wide range of amenities The Cove is the perfect venue for your family vacation, business meeting, wedding or family reunion. See ad on page 53.

The Villa At HEster Creek 13163 - 326th Avenue, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: (250) 498-4435 Toll free: 1-866-498-4435 www.hestercreek.com Accommodation? The Villa at Hester Creek has six beautifully appointed suites with private patios, stunning views, homemade breakfasts and king size beds!

See ad on page 10/11.

Overlooking Skaha Lake in Beautiful Penticton.

Enjoy our European Sauna & Spa Pool Facilities

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The Lakeside Resort 6707 Lakeside Drive, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 Phone: 1-800-220-7330 www.thelakesideresort.com “Tranquility in Wine Country.” Enjoy relaxing wine tours, a self guided cycling tour or our famous “Steakon-the-Lake”™ golf packages. Parklike setting, lakeside suites, outdoor spa. Camping and RV sites are also available. See ad on page 56.

The Outback Lakeside Resort 9845 Eastside Road Vernon BC V1H 1Z2 Phone: (250) 545-5005 1-877-546-5005 www.theoutbackresort.com Wine Tour Handbook Ad A place of retreat. An opportunity

West Kelowna, BC 1.877.862.2683 www.covelakeside.com

to relax. The Outback Resort offers 60 acres of woodlands on the shores of Okanagan Lake. Inspired by breathtaking surroundings this distinctive resort property offers serenity and exclusive luxury in the natural beauty of The Okanagan Valley. See ad below.

Predator Ridge Resort 301 Village Centre Place, Vernon, BC V1H 1T2 Phone: (250) 542-3436 Toll Free: 1-888-578-6688 www.PredatorRidge.com Stay at Predator Ridge Lodge or enjoy the views from the Peregrine Cottages. With a variety of accommodation choices, your stay will be a memorable one.

See ad on page 50 2012 • Size: 5.25” (w) x 4.75”

Waterfront Inn 3688 Parkview St Penticton, BC V2A 6H1 Reservations Toll free in Canada and USA 1-800-563-6006 www.waterfrontinn.net Overlooking Skaha lake, beach and park. Situated in the heart of wine country we are in near proximity to all your vacation needs. Quiet, off highway across from tennis and beach, volley ball courts, children’s playground waterslides, river channel rafting, children’s theme park, marina, roller blade paths and rock climbing at Skaha Bluffs nearby shopping, take-out and dining within walking distance close to airport. Complimentary wireless high speed internet. Indoor spa-pool and European steam sauna.

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Vernon, BC 1.877.546.5005 www.theoutbackresort.com

the perfect okanagan blend Located on the shores of British Columbia’s pristine Okanagan Lake, The Cove Lakeside and The Outback Lakeside Resorts, are surrounded by golf courses and wineries and offer a wide variety of amenities and recreational opportunities.

Private beaches, pools, hot tubs and lush gardens make this a playground for adults and children alike. These spectacular resorts are made for memories and the ones you create with us will last forever.

When booking quote winetour12 to be eligible for special rates or visit our websites to view our fabulous packages and specials.

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B.C. Living It’s Home

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by Julianna Hayes

After a few days in B.C. wine country, you have no doubt found yourself slowing by for sale signs and looking at real estate ads. And who can blame you? B.C. is one of the most desirable places to live in Canada, courtesy of its climate and profound beauty.

Imagine, if you will, waking up daily to a vineyard view, or having a lake, mountain or ocean in your front or backyard.

B.C., like most regions in the world, has felt the effects of the economic down turn in recent years.

Housing sales have rebounded somewhat, and investors and developers are once again seeing the possibilities that exist in this incredible region. But excellent relocation options still exist, providing terrific value for motivated buyers. And who wouldn’t want to live here?

Residential options range from contemporary, urban facilities to remote country settings, luxurious waterfront developments to scenic snowy getaways high in B.C.’s mountainscapes. There are opportunities to settle among the vineyards or along the countless golf courses which pepper B.C.’s landscapes.

relocation Directory COPPER SKY 2160 Old Okanagan Hwy, West Kelowna, BC Phone: (778) 754-5709 www.copperskyliving.com Where you find summers of weeks filled with weekends, where fall and spring are just more summer; and winters are much more than just snow. It’s where you live a lifestyle infused with health, happiness and the finer things in life. And at Copper Sky you will experience the Okanagan lifestyle perfectly. It’s your life and at Copper Sky it’s easy.

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Predator Ridge Limited Partnership 100 Mashie Crescent, Vernon, BC V1H 1V8 Phone: (250) 503-1739 Toll Free: 1-866-578-2233 www.PredatorRidge.com Experience Okanagan Resort Living for yourself. Predator Ridge Real Estate has some of the finest homes for sale in the Okanagan.

See ad on page 50 Wilden Presentation Centre 286 Clear Pond Place Kelowna, BC V1V 2X6

Phone: (250) 762-2906 www.wilden.ca 6 show homes to showcase 5 of the Okanagan’s finest builders. Wilden offers a fresh approach to Hillside living. Enjoy your new home in a spectacular setting offering views of Kelowna and Lake Okanagan with parkland and hiking literally at your door. Wilden stretches across the most prized view-lot real estate in the Okanagan. The largest master planned community between Vancouver and Calgary is laced with secluded lakes, wetlands and hiking trails. Close to downtown and several award winning wineries.

See ad on page 55.

10 steps to nature 10 minutes to downtown www.wilden.ca

Imagine life in a beautiful Okanagan sanctuary. Spacious hillside homes woven through 1,000 acres of parkland and forested trails. Nature at your doorstep; sandy beaches, orchards and vineyards just minutes away.

Now available are lots and homes for all lifestyles and budgets. Wilden is even breaking new ground in ecologically sensitive development.

Offering an affordable geothermal system to each homebuyer is just one of Wildens ways of helping ensure a clean, healthy environment.

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