The little engine that could...not get us to leave! Just kidding. We left. Eventually. It's hard when they have a gorgeous tasting room and patio, sweeping views of Okanagan lake and vineyards, and tiers of delicious wine to taste. You can choose between two tastings - 5 selections from their premium platinum, gold and silver … Continue reading Big Bold Wines at Little Engine
We have been loving small, family-run wineries lately, and Little Straw in West Kelowna is no exception. Except that they are, because they have FOOD! Double the points for this! Anywhere that provides us with copious amounts of delicious wine has an automatic key to our heart, but add a smorgasbord of our favorite foods … Continue reading Drawing the Big Straw by Visiting Little Straw Winery
You won't get killed here, but the wine is killer. Seriously, the place looks like a murder shack, so don't drive away. Go to neighbouring Poplar Grove for the views and big winery experience, get that out of your system, then come here. This is a must visit winery in the Okanagan. Winemaker Richard Kanazawa … Continue reading Kanazawa Wine
Today marked the retirement of Sandhill Winemaker Howard Soon, the longest serving winemaker in Canada with 37 consecutive vintages to his name and numerous notable awards. The winery, located in downtown Kelowna, may not have the romantic vineyard ambiance that makes other Okanagan wineries so popular, but where they don't lack is inside, where you'll … Continue reading Unique Tasting Experience at Sandhill Winery’s Urban Centre
Our July pick is the Saignee Rose from Culmina Winery. 'Saignee', meaning 'to bleed' in French, is a method of making rose wine in which the pink juice is taken from (bled out of) the musts in the production of red wine, instead of discarded (winemakers remove the pink juice in order to increase the … Continue reading School’s Out Fo’ Summah! Culmina Saignee Rose
In celebration of Father's Day, our June Wine of the Month is the Maverick 2012 Rubicon. Not only does this hefty, spicy red pair well with steak, but the winery name also happens to share the moniker of one of our favourite top guns, and the wine name also just happens to be the name … Continue reading Happy Father’s Day! Better Than a Tie. Maverick Rubicon 2012
The Road 13 Stemwinder 2014 is the perfect wine to share with your mom this month. This white blend is 56% Chardonnay, 34% Vioignier, 9% Marsanne, and 1% Rousanne. From Road 13: "A blend of The 2014 Stemwinder has an attractive golden hue. The perfumed nose showcases aromas of pea pod, pear, apricot, and vanilla, … Continue reading Happy Mothers’ Day! Say it More Often, Say it With The Road 13 Stemwinder 2014
The Church and State Lost Inhibitions wine bottle labels ("namaste bitches", "this is effing epic", "chill the f*ck out") were popping up all over social media right before April 1st, so naturally we assumed that the foul-mouthed labels were just an (impressively elaborate) April Fools Day prank. Given the timing, and the fact that we … Continue reading April Fools!! Church and State Winery’s Lost Inhibitions White & Red Blends, 2014
We almost don't want to tell you about Kraze Legz Winery, because it's a hidden gem nestled in our hidden gem town of Kaleden (aptly named from 'kalos', meaning beautiful in Greek, combined with 'Eden', that famous garden full of temptations). But, chances are, you're going to find out about both sooner or later, plus … Continue reading March Merlot, because we love an alliteration! Kraze Legz The Cakewalk 2011 Merlot
We may have a bit of a crush on roses lately since we can't stop talking about them (no wonder they're blushing!), and since it's Valentine's Day month, we couldn't resist sharing one more blush crush with you. The Poplar Grove 2014 Blanc de Noirs has our hearts racing. The blend of 41% malbec, 24% … Continue reading Happy Valentine’s Day! Poplar Grove Blanc de Noirs 2014
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