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9 White and 10 Red Wines You Should Try From the Colour BC VQA Fall Release Tasting

9 White and 10 Red Wines You Should Try From the Colour BC #VQA Fall Release Tasting @wineBCdotcom #bcwine @1stROWEstateWinery @50thparallelwin @bench1775 #pinotGris #Riesling #gewurztraminer

Colour VQA tasting booklet

BC VQAwines are released twice a year; once in the Fall and then in the Spring.  The Fall wines tend to show more white wines, as well as Pinot Noir, while the Spring event has more red wines.  This tasting I was able to taste many fine white wines as well as some surprising reds.  The Okanagan Valley is warmer and drier than Napa Valley and gets nearly two hours more…

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Big oaky #chardonnay from 1st R.O.W. Winery went down very well with ham, mushrooms, fresh peas, asparagus, herbs, and a little fergola in a creamy sauce 😋 . . . #bcwine #1strowestatewinery #southsurrey #oakychardonnay (at 1st ROW Estate Winery)

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A Few BC Wine Suggestions for the Holidays

A Few BC Wine Suggestions for the #Holidays #christmas #bcwine @BackyardWines @40KnotsWinery

Whatever you are celebrating this December, it’s probably with family and/or friends for a meal at some point.  Food loves wine, so here are a few of my recommended wines that should go with many dishes, or to enjoy on their own before or after your meal.  Enjoy these BC wines!

My Holiday BC Wine Suggestions Backyard Vineyards Blanc de Noir sparkling wine

Backyard Vineyards Blanc de Noir Brut NV …

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17 New BC VQA Releases for You to Enjoy

17 New BC VQA Releases for You to Enjoy @wineBCdotcom @bcwas @BackyardWines @bordertownwine

Last week the BC wineries who are part of the Vintners Quality Alliance(VQA) presented their latest releases of red, white, and sparkling wines.  74 wineries had tables and each poured around 4 wines on average.  So 296 new releases hit our market, with some wines available at BC liquor stores, while others only available a private wine shops, or at the winery.  In a few hours of tasting, talking…