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Sales at Unsworth Vineyards, stops by for a refreshing discussion on the state of wine today and, moving forward, the opportunities to reach new markets with wine that continues to improve in quality.
On this week's show, Geoffrey Moss MW, Lithica Wine Marketing, Wine Critic at Gismondi On Wine, is here with results from the Best of the Bench, a recent Naramata Bench wine competition. Geoff also talks about why the Naramata Bench is such a great spot to grow grapes and shares his thoughts on the strongest varieties in the ground. We also speak to some of the results of the 2026 Wine Align National Wine Awards of Canada, which took place in Niagara in mid-June. Laurent Gamonet, Export Area Director, Canada, Georges Duboeuf is here to feature the 2024 Georges Duboeuf Beaujolais-Villages and the 2023 Duboeuf Pouilly-Fuissé Premier Cru Le Clos Reyssier. Finally, we catch up with James Leonardo De Sa, Export Manager, Canada, M. Chapoutier, France, who pours an established favourite, the Meysonniers Crozes-Hermitage from Chapoutier, as well as a new label, Rouge Clair by M. Chapoutier 2024, a lighter, fresher Rhône red.
Adega On 45th Estate Winery, gives updates on two wines: their 2025 Chardonnay and a 2020 Cabernet Sauvignon. Lastly, we chat with Tim LaHay of Tourism Langley and owner of the Barley Merchant about reasons to visit Langley, upcoming events, and the Fall wine passport.
This week's show comes to you from the deck at Laughing Stock Vineyards in the middle of the Naramata Bench. Laughing Stock captured the Best Performing Small Winery of the Year in Canada at the 2025 Wine Align National Wine Awards and was recently acknowledged by Wine Growers British Columbia and the Okanagan Wine Festival Society as the 2026 Winery of the Year. Our guests include Sébastien Lafortune, Manager of Laughing Stock Vineyards, who walks us through the many guest-focused on-site tastings, including the Blending Seminar on August 28th. Sandy Leier, Winemaker at Laughing Stock Vineyards, joins us to focus on Laughing Stock’s white wines and sparkling program. We taste the 2024 Blind Trust White and the 2021 Market Bubble, a classic blend of 58% Pinot Noir and 42% Chardonnay, released after 36 months on its lees in bottle. In terms of red wines, we explore the 2023 Laughing Stock Vineyards Pinot Noir and the flagship Laughing Stock Vineyards Portfolio. Caroline Schaller, Winemaker at Culmina Family Estate Winery, drops by to update us on her work at the Culmina estate on the Golden Mile Bench and pours the Unicus 2025 (Grüner Veltliner) and her flagship red, the 2019 Hypothesis. Culmina Family Estate Winery is located on the Golden Mile Bench in Oliver, BC. Finally, winemaker Justin Hall joins the deck party from Nk’Mip Cellars in Osoyoos, pouring his 2022 QQ Syrah, 2025 Pinot Blanc, and the 2025 Rose. Nk'Mip (in-ka-meep) Cellars is a trailblazing winery in Osoyoos, BC, renowned as the first Indigenous-owned and operated winery in North America.
This week's show comes to you from the Penticton Visitors Centre. Our guests include Paige Schulz, Marketing Manager for Visit Penticton, who will share details about several late-summer and fall events planned in and around Penticton. Owners Gavin and Shana Miller join us with tales of cheese and wine from Upper Bench Winery. At the same time, Tightrope winemaker Lyndsay O'Rourke stops by to discuss the winery's commitment to sustainability and to pour a new sparkling wine made from Riesling. Still on the bench, Joshua Kim, Direct to Consumer Manager at Bench 1775 Winery, will tell us what it's like to greet visitors with the most spectacular patio view in the wine business. Finally, Nadine Kinvig, the Terravista Vineyards owner/winemaker, will update us on some of B.C.'s most sought-after and eclectic wines grown high above the lake on the Naramata Bench.
This week's show comes to you from Phantom Creek Estates, a premier, family-owned winery on B.C.’s Black Sage Bench, focused on producing exceptional organic and biodynamic Bordeaux-style reds and Alsace-influenced whites. 2026 marks the 10-year anniversary of Phantom Creek Estates, which has added two new Estate tours: the Grand Cellar Experience and the History Room Terroir Tasting Experience. Our guests include Jean-Marc Enixon, Director of Winemaking at Phantom Creek Estates, who welcomes us to the picturesque tasting room and speaks to their growing wine club enrollment and the 1-4 pm Music Series every Sunday. With Jean-Marc, we taste the newly released 2025 Rosé and 2025 Pinot Noir. We are humbled to be joined in the room by Olivier Humbrecht, Consulting Winemaker at Phantom Creek Estates. Olivier is the tenth generation of the Alsace-based Humbrecht family to be a winegrower, for whom agriculture and viticulture are simply part of you. In 2017, under the guidance of Olivier Humbrecht MW, Phantom Creek Estates decided to introduce two noble Alsace varieties, Pinot Gris and Riesling, to the Evernden Spring Vineyard, just over the Kobau Mountain as the crow flies in the Similkameen Valley. Olivier talks about the 2023 Small Lot Pinot Gris and 2023 Small Lot Riesling. We also caught up with Phantom Creek Assistant Winemaker Calli Bailey, who shares insights into her passion for the vineyard as we taste two new wines: the 2025 Phantom Blanc and the 2025 Coeur d'Été. Finally, Director of Farming Mike Anderson talks viticulture, and we taste the 2022 Kobau Syrah and 2018 Phantom Creek Vineyard Malbec.
100% Rosé of Merlot. Spacedog's style is for bigger, bolder, full-bodied wines, and they compare themselves to other Okanagan wines as well as to wines from around the world. Another new face is Kyle Lyons, Winemaker at Apricus Cellars, who brings the 2025 Cabernet Franc Rosé and the 2025 Old Vines Riesling. Apricus Cellars focuses on small-lot, high- quality wines. When the Coghill and Main families moved to the Okanagan to build Neighbourhood Brewing, they fell in love with wine country and had to get involved. With their roots in the brewing industry, they were told by some that getting into wine was a “Foolish” endeavour, so they became Foolish Wines. We welcomed Kyle Stewart, Winemaker for Foolish Wines, who poured two of his wines, including the Spark 2024 Sauvignon Blanc and the Mischief 2022 Tempranillo (BC VQA). Tender Hope is a family-run winery that makes interesting, small-batch wines and has fun doing so, using traditional methods and minimal intervention during winemaking and aging. We were joined by Efi Perel, Owner and Winemaker at Tender Hope Winery, who brought two VQA wines for us to taste: the 2019 Blanc de Blanc Traditional Method Sparkling and a 2022 Pinot Noir.
This week, the episode comes to you from the patio at 15 Park Bistro, within Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos. We chat with General Manager David McBean about their distinctive Wine Passport, special events, and the Watermark Wine Series. Jesse Harnden, General Manager of Rust Winery, visits with samples of the new Alsace-inspired 2025 White Crush and the 2025 Rust Cabernet Franc, a pure Cabernet Franc from Okanagan Falls. Jesse discusses their artist-inspired labels and the upcoming summer event series featuring live music and gourmet food. Roger Gillespie, Director of Operations at Hester Creek Winery, joins us to discuss their 2025 releases, including the 2025 Hester Creek Viognier. We also taste the recently released 2022 Undici, a unique blend of 61% Sangiovese, 19% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Petit Verdot, and 1% Malbec. Roger invites everyone to enjoy special winery events, including estate lunches, harvest festivals, and live music on the patio. Next, we welcome Audrey Enixon, who recently opened her brick-and-mortar bakehouse, La Levainière by Audrey, at the District Wine Village in Oliver. Her famous sourdough breads ferment for 24 to 74 hours, using 100% Canadian flours, including Fieldstone Organics' whole wheat and rye, which she mills herself. This charming addition to the Village reflects Audrey’s passion and has gained a devoted following since she baked her first sourdough loaf in a Dutch oven in 2016. Finally, Geoffrey Moss, Master of Wine and owner of Lithica Wine Marketing in Penticton, BC, joins us for an in-person discussion. Anthony and Geoffrey share candid insights into today’s wine culture, as well as the joys and challenges of winery ownership.
Winemaker at Clos du Soleil Winery, which is celebrating its 20th Anniversary this year. Michael speaks to their anniversary winemaker dinners and the wines' ageability. We taste the Fumé Blanc 2025 and the 2016 Estate Reserve Red. Michael Bartier, General Manager and Co-Owner of Bartier Bros. Vineyards, brings two wines to showcase, including his 2025 Sauvignon Blanc and 2025 Rosé. Michael extends a special invitation for all to visit their welcoming tasting room, sunny patio, courtyard and bocce court, where visitors can enjoy vineyard views.
This week's show was recorded on the patio at 15 Park Bistro, Watermark Beach Resort, Osoyoos. We chat with General Manager David McBean about the Music Series on the Patio and the newly introduced wine list at 15 Park Bistro. Christa-Lee McWatters, Vice President of Adega on 45th Estate Winery in Osoyoos, joins us to extend a special invitation to experience their Portuguese-inspired hospitality, which blends warmth, a culture of sharing, and food traditions with a modern Okanagan wine experience. We taste a 2025 Riesling and a 2022 Malbec-Merlot. Ryan McKibbon, Head Winemaker at Black Hills Estate Winery, also joins us to share the 2022 Black Hills Per Se and the recently released 2025 Rosé. Ryan invites everyone to visit the estate this summer and enjoy their Vineyard Kitchen. Leandro Nosal, Winemaker at Tinhorn Creek Vineyards on the Golden Mile Bench in Oliver, joins us to taste the 2023 Cabernet Franc and 2023 Reserve Chardonnay. Additionally, Leandro previews the upcoming annual Sunset Concert Series. Michael Kullmann, Estate Director and Winemaker at Osoyoos Larose Estate Winery, also joins us to share exciting news about his new winery, vineyard renovations, and a new wine, while we taste the 2022 Osoyoos Le Grand Vin and Petales 2022.
Viticulture at Noble Ridge Winery, discusses a new vintage, label, and wine series. We sample the 2019 Noble Ridge The One, a sparkling wine with 77% Chardonnay and 23% Pinot Noir, crafted using the traditional method, and the 2025 Noble Ridge Unoaked Chardonnay. From Kaledan, Rob Hammersley, owner and winemaker at Black Market Wine Co., joins us to taste two wines from the Estate Series: the 2025 Bacchus and the 2021 Estate Series Merlot. Rob also invites guests to upcoming events, including their Wine Blending Seminars, vineyard concerts, and Friday Night Flights.
Marketing Coordinator at the Naramata Bench Wineries Association, and Kathy Malone, Winemaker at Hillside Winery and Board Member at Naramata Bench Wines, stop by the Visitors Centre to talk about the tiny, perfect wine region that clings to the eastern shore of Lake Okanagan north of Penticton.
winner at the Pacific Rim International Wine Competition. Foxtrot Vineyards winemaker Jacq Kemp joins the conversation with positive news about new ownership. We also sample the 2020 Foxtrot Blanc de Noir Sparkling Wine and the 2022 Waltz Pinot Noir. Anahita Pouget, Director of Brand Development and Marketing at Evolve Sparkling House on the Naramata Bench, stops by to welcome everyone to the one-of-a-kind sparkling facility this Spring and Summer. We taste a couple of impressive wines made by winemaker Lynzee Schatz, including the 2025 Light Sparkles and 2018 Brut Libre. Finally, we catch up with nearby Naramata Bench winemaker/GM Garron Elmes of Lake Breeze Winery, who joins us to pour his noted 2025 Pinot Blanc and the 2022 Pinot Noir. Plus, he's inviting you to book lunch at the Lake Breeze Patio Restaurant.
This week's show comes to you from the deck at the Summerland Waterfront Resort, where we speak with General Manager Lisa Jaager about why you should consider staying a few nights in Summerland. With numerous fruit stands, wineries, and a stunning waterfront, Summerland is an emerging gem in the Okanagan Valley. Christine Coletta, co-owner of Okanagan Crush Pad Winery, stops by our poolside location to talk about the wines of Haywire and Garnet Valley Ranch, both located in the heart of Summerland. Mason Spink, Winemaker at Dirty Laundry, tells us that the future has never been brighter for the region and the winery. Ron Kubek, Owner of Lightning Rock Winery, never short on a strong opinion, gives us an owner’s perspective on the challenges of shipping wine across the country, as well as a positive forecast for the 2026 growing season. Savannah Swaisland, owner of Grape Savvy Wine Tours, knows wine, and you’ll find that out in her discussion with Anthony about the South Okanagan wineries to visit, with the Okanagan’s only Hop-on Hop-Off transportation service, offering a convenient and affordable way to explore Penticton and the Naramata Bench.
This week's podcast spotlights Jessica Dolan, General Manager of Balcomo Ramada Penticton, our new Hotel Partner in Penticton. Jessica joins us to discuss booking now for the busy season ahead and to introduce the many reasons Balcomo is your perfect place to stay when visiting South Okanagan wine country. Charles Bouthillier, Managing Director, North America at Famille Gassier, joins us to talk about the Southern Rhone and a special red wine they call Halos of Jupiter. We recall a chat with World wine legend Peter Gago, Chief Winemaker at Penfolds, about the iconic red wine brand Grange. Finally, Dan Bain, Chef at The Restaurant at Unsworth Vineyards in the Cowichan Valley, talks about what to expect this season, as the newly renovated restaurant is set to open near the end of June.
This week's show comes from the International Tasting Room at the 2026 Vancouver International Wine Festival. Joining us on stage is Jeff Guignard, CEO of Wine Growers BC, for a compelling discussion on the current state of wine, both at the storefront and in the vineyard. Since its founding, Bodegas Olarra has been recognized as the Great Cathedral of Rioja, Spain, or the ultimate example of Wine Architecture. Its impressive construction, the work of Juan Antonio Ridruejo, is one of the first examples of architecture applied to a winery and the first time a prestigious architect designed a production facility. Oscar Urrutia, Export Director at Bodegas Olarra, breaks down the Rioja quality scale and discusses its magical terroir. James Leonardo De Sa, Export Manager for Canada at M. Chapoutier, pours two wines: a new label, Rouge Clair by M. Chapoutier 2024, a lighter, fresher version of a Rhône red, as well as the always dependable Chapoutier. Finally, Guillaume Blisson, North America Sales Director at Boisset, provides an update on the value-driven wines of Gabriel Meffre in the heart of the Rhône Valley.
On this week's show, we have more from the floor of the 47th annual Vancouver International Wine Festival as we speak with Luigi di Majo, owner of Di Majo Norante. We're venturing off the beaten path—down to Molise, one of Italy's smallest and least-known regions, yet one that quietly produces some of the country's most honest, terroir-driven wines. Then, we head to northeastern Italy, to the Veneto region, to visit a family whose name has been synonymous with Prosecco for generations. Anna Spinato, owner of Spinato Wines, joins us to discuss two wines that showcase both sides of modern Veneto: a vibrant Prosecco Rosé DOC and a fresh, food-friendly Merlot. Our next guest takes us to Alsace, where aromatic whites and serious sparkling wines often overdeliver for the price. Mariélène Auclair, Export Manager, Pfaffenheim, joins us to explore the world of Alsace wines. Plus, we talk about bubbles and Pinot Noir, two wines that seem perfectly suited to British Columbia vineyards. Our guest is Andrew Young, General Manager at Stoneboat Vineyards, and we're highlighting their Grand Piano Brut VQA NV and the Reserve Pinot Noir 2023.
Vice President of Burrowing Owl Estate Winery, talks to us about Burrowing Owl's history of consistency and quality. We also explore the many ways you can visit Burrowing Owl this summer, along with its sister property, Wild Goose Winery. Jean-Marc Enixon, Winemaker at Phantom Creek Estates, joins us with his 2020 Petite Cuvée and 2022 Estate Riesling, sharing insights into the viticulture and winemaking practices employed at the South Okanagan showpiece winery's various vineyards. Additionally, we chat with Mike Dowell, Owner of Liber Estates in Oliver, BC, and Gustav Allander, Winemaker and Vineyard Manager, about their new releases coming out this spring.
This week's podcast is recorded live from the floor of the 47th annual Vancouver International Wine Festival. We speak with Riccardo Cugini, Senior Brand Manager at the renowned Tuscan icon, Ruffino, a winery that helped introduce Chianti to the world and continues to influence how Tu scany is understood today. We will discuss the Riserva Ducale Oro, a wine first produced in 1947, which represents the pinnacle of Ruffino's craftsmanship in Chianti Classico. Kailee Frasch, Winemaker at Quails' Gate Estate Winery in Kelowna, stops by to talk about a couple of impressive wines, including the Stewart Family Reserve 2023 Chardonnay and the 2022 Stewart Family Reserve Pinot Noir. Justin Hall, Winemaker at Nk'Mip Cellars, highlights two stellar offerings from the 2022 vintage: the Nk'Mip Qwam Qwmt Syrah and the Nk'Mip Qwam Qwmt Chardonnay. Additionally, Richard Da Silva, Proprietor of Da Silva Vineyards on the Naramata Bench, shares his unique perspective on farming and winemaking, while offering two delicious labels from the highly regarded 2022 vintage—the Da Silva Fumé Blanc and the Da Silva Pinot Noir 2022.
On this week's podcast, join us from the 47th annual Vancouver International Wine Festival as we speak with Chris Hoffmeister, Chief Executive Officer of Select Wines. We discuss fine wines and even finer profit margins for international producers dealing with a sharp drop in wine consumption worldwide. Romain Chevrolat, Winemaker at Domaine Laroche, takes us to the south of France, where we taste Chardonnay and Premier Cru Chablis. Nicholas Villaon, General Manager, Canada, for the Advini wine group, talks about the extensive network of brands Advini offers and the many innovative ways it is making wine relevant and engaging in a constantly changing and demanding marketplace.
This week's podcast acknowledges International Women’s Day on March 9 as we celebrate women in wine, starting with one of the biggest names in Champagne, Alice Paillard, CEO and Proprietor of Champagne Bruno Paillard. Alice is widely regarded as one of the most thoughtful and articulate voices of her generation in Champagne. She is also a founding member of La Transmission – Femmes en Champagne, which supports visibility, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing for women in the region. DJ Kearney is the Director of Wine at the Terminal City Club. She is a Vancouver-based wine education specialist and consultant, overseeing the club's wine and spirits program and leading member tastings and educational events. DJ is a highly respected wine judge, educator, and speaker with decades of experience in teaching, consulting, and shaping wine programs across British Columbia and Canada. We also speak with Arianna Carafoli, the International Export Director for Bottega, the globally recognized Italian producer best known for its Prosecco and sparkling wines. She manages Bottega's international markets and regularly represents the Veneto-based house at major wine festivals and industry events worldwide, where she is known for her engaging, clear presentations on Prosecco and Italian sparkling wine. Finally, our own Anthony Gismondi takes you on a personal tour of the International Tasting Room at the 47th VIWF, searching for interesting people to meet and taste with.
This week's podcast spotlights Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher, former Wall Street Journal columnists and founders of Open That Bottle Night, who join us to discuss why all of us tend to hold onto wines we own that we should have opened years ago and what to do about it. From Penticton, British Columbia, Master of Wine Geoffrey Moss, principal of Lithica Wine Marketing, offers an update on the releases of the 2024 and now 2025 replacement wines and what we can expect from local producers. David McBean, general manager of the Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos, returns for a spring update on what they are preparing to offer visitors at the Watermark and 15 Park Bistro this year. Finally, we are joined by the star storyteller Jane Ferrari, of Jane Ferrari Consulting Pty Ltd (Jim Barry Wines), for a masterclass on the famed Barossa Valley region, located in South Australia, a short drive from Adelaide.
Chief Winemaker at King Valley Wines, to discuss some of the best wines made outside Italy using Italian grape varieties. Next, we catch up with Okanagan wine personality Graham Nordin, now Vice President of Business Development and Sales at Latitude Wines in California. Finally, Chris Hoffmeister, Chief Executive Officer of Select Wines, joins us to talk about the optimism and opportunities that are literally growing on the vine in 2026.
and various ways to celebrate in Vancouver and across the province. Robert Stelmachuk, wine director at Mott 32 in Vancouver, shares fun ideas for Valentine's wines, including sparkling wine suggestions and some affordable options for white and rosé wines. Additionally, Jeff Hundertmark, winemaker at Mt. Boucherie, talks about the impressive rebound of a generous and high-quality 2025 vintage.
On this week’s podcast, join us as we travel to Verona to speak with Alessandro Pasqua, family member and president of Pasqua, USA, as the family celebrates its 100th year of making wine in the Veneto region of northern Italy. Bernard Retornaz, executive advisor at Louis Latour, expresses his deep appreciation for Burgundy’s winemaking heritage, which continues to shape the success of Louis Latour and build a legacy in the world of fine wine. In July 2025, Bernard retired as president and now acts as an executive advisor to the board and Louis Latour’s brand ambassador. Then, we head to the South Okanagan to reconnect with Michael Kullman, winemaker and general manager of Osoyoos Larose, to discuss the Le Grand Vin 2022 and Petales 2022. We also catch up with Dan Wright, winemaker at Unsworth Vineyards, and Chris Turyk, sales and marketing director at Unsworth Vineyards in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, to talk about their exciting new facility, explore the unique characteristics of the terroir, and learn how Unsworth practices regenerative and sustainable farming in Cowichan.
This week's podcast features insightful contributions from several distinguished professionals in the wine industry. Marie Pinceloup, Export Manager for Alain Brumont, discusses the pioneering achievements of Alain Brumont in positioning Madiran on the world stage and establishing Château Montus as a leading reference for Tannat-based wines. Charlotte Rawa, Senior Brand Ambassador for Penfolds Wines Americas, joins us in the studio to highlight the qualities of Penfolds Bin 169, exemplifying the classic style and regional character that demonstrate Penfolds' enduring commitment to the vineyards of Coonawarra. We also connect with Grant Stanley, Winemaker and General Manager at Spearhead Winery, for an update on the upcoming 2025 Okanagan harvest and developments in East Kelowna, drawing on Grant’s extensive expertise in Pinot Noir. Additionally, Alison Moyes, Winemaker and General Manager of Solvero Wines, provides insights into the 2024 Rosé and the 2022 Pinot Noir from Garnet Valley, Summerland.
This week's podcast features Alessandro Lunardi, Director of North America at Tenuta Luce, discussing the 30th Vintage Celebration and the significance of Luce 2022 as the 30th anniversary of Tenuta Luce’s flagship wine. Sandy Leier, winemaker at Laughing Stock Vineyards, shares insights on their award-winning wines following recognition as Canada's Small Winery of the Year at the Wine Align 2025 Canadian National Wine Awards. Sue Hodder, senior winemaker at Wynns Coonawarra Estate, addresses current challenges posed by climate change. She explains how her team has implemented sustainable viticulture practices, improved soil moisture management, and prioritized vine health. The conversation also explores the renowned Wynns Coonawarra Estate Michael Shiraz, with a specific focus on the 2018 vintage. Additionally, we revisit a discussion with Ron Kubek, owner of Lightning Rock Winery, as he reflects on his award-winning wines and his efforts to eliminate provincial cross-border barriers in the industry.
This week's podcast features Jeff Guignard, CEO of Wine Growers British Columbia. Jeff officially stepped into the role on April 28, 2025. He is committed to member engagement and collaboration, and will lead advocacy efforts on behalf of the BC wine industry, which contributes $3.75 billion to the province's annual economic growth. We caught up in person with Olivier Humbrecht, MW, Consulting Winemaker at Phantom Creek Estates. Olivier is a distinguished figure in the world of wine, notably for his role as the proprietor and winemaker at Domaine Zind-Humbrecht. We discussed the white wines he is responsible for at Phantom Creek, which are truly a passion project: white wines from the Similkameen Valley, including Small Lot 2022 Riesling and 2022 Pinot Gris. Staying on the Black Sage Bench, we chat with Kaylee Barss, Winemaker at Red Barn Winery at Jagged Rock, about her passion for reimagining traditional Okanagan varieties such as Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc, while exploring exotic Italian grapes like Nebbiolo and Barbera. Plus, Harry Hertscheg, Executive Director of the Vancouver International Wine Festival, joins us to preview the 2026 Festival in March and the theme region of France.
Winery, who talked about the bounce-back happening across the South Okanagan for grapes of all varieties. We enjoyed a poolside chat with Daniel Bibby, co-owner of Nighthawk Vineyards, a boutique family farm gate winery overlooking the scenic Green Lake Valley high above Okanagan Falls. We discussed his Nighthawk wines, their luxury tent accommodations, top-tier restaurant, and the impressive new artistic bottle labels. Keira LeFranc, winemaker and director of operations at Stag's Hollow Winery, hosted us on the deck at Stag's Hollow in Okanagan Falls. We talked about being certified sustainable, along with tasting a couple of 2022 wines, including their 2022 Tempranillo and the 2022 Renaissance Merlot. From Kaleden, B.C., Rob Hammersley, winemaker and viticulturist at Black Market Wine Company, also joined us on location to discuss their well-received new 2024 Collusion Series, including the impressive 2024 Rosé.
This week's podcast features Sara d'Amato, Principal Partner, WineAlign wine consultant, educator, sommelier, and wine critic, who discusses rosé and a few other favourites as we try to warm up in the first week of January 2026. Shane Munn, Winemaker and GM at Martins Lane in Kelowna, gives us a Master Class on Pinot Noir. Shane has an in-depth knowledge of the intricacies of the Pinot Noir grape and is always a pleasure to chat with. Taylor Whelan, Senior Winemaker at Mission Hill Family Estate—named the 2025 Wine Align National Wine Awards Winery of the Year—joins us to talk about the many factors involved in achieving the prestigious status of top winery. Plus, Michelle Bouffard, Sommelier, Author, and Founder of Tasting Climate Change, joins the conversation as her big conference, Tasting Climate Change, approaches in Montreal on Jan. 18-20.
wine ideas. Plus, Maurizio Maurizi, winemaker at Mezzacorona in Trentino, Italy, discusses what it is like to manage winemaking operations and work with over 400 local grape growers in the Alps to produce affordable, high-quality wine sold around the world.
On this week's podcast, it is our genuine pleasure to welcome one of the brightest stars of the worldwide wine scene, Peter Gago, Chief Winemaker at Penfolds, who joins us to talk about the 75th Grange Anniversary and current releases that would delight any of your family and friends under the tree this year. Caren McSherry, Founder and President of Gourmet Warehouse in Vancouver, stops by with a rapid-fire list of holiday gift ideas. Justin Hall, winemaker at Nk’Mip Cellars, brings two wines to taste from the stellar 2022 vintage. Plus, Anthony offers insights into holiday shopping tips and wine suggestions for every adult on your gift list.
This week's podcast explores the renowned Chianti Classico region of Tuscany, Italy, with a particular focus on the village of San Felice, known for its scenic vineyards. The episode includes insights from Leonardo Bellaccini, Head Winemaker and Technical Director at San Felice Estates, who discusses two notable wines: the San Felice Vermentino IGT Toscana 2024 and Il Grigio da San Felice Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2021. We then head to B.C.'s Similkameen Valley, where Corcelettes Estate Winery Managing Partner, Charlie Baesslar, comments on the state of affairs across the valley and updates us on some current releases, how to navigate the upcoming holiday visiting hours, and ordering wine in time for the big day. A bit further east, Matt Kenyon, Founder of District Wine Village in Oliver, offers updates on festive activities at the village, including the chance to ice skate and check out the holiday lights with kids. Finally, Sandy Leier, Winemaker at Laughing Stock Vineyards—the recipient of the 2025 Wine Align National Wine Awards Top Performing Small Winery of the Year award shares some current recommended selections from the Naramata Bench suitable for the holiday table.
This week on the podcast, Harry Hertscheg, Executive Director of the Vancouver International Wine Festival, joins us to share details about the upcoming festivities in March 2026. Tickets for the public tasting events are now available. This year's featured region is France. Jen Oishi, Winemaker at Gray Monk Winery, discusses the Gray Monk 2022 Odyssey Rosé Brut and the German Christmas Market happening at Gray Monk on Saturday, November 29, and Sunday, November 30. We then head to Summerland to catch up with Mason Spink, Winemaker at Dirty Laundry, who offers some holiday wine gifting ideas. Finally, we travel to Sicily to speak with Frank Cornelissen, estate owner, about his winery, the surrounding natural landscape—including olive orchards—and the vineyards in the northern valley of the active volcano Etna, in eastern Sicily.
This week's podcast spotlights Óscar Salas, winemaker at Viña Santa Rita—a winery established in 1880 by Don Domingo Fernández Concha, who introduced top-tier French grape varieties to Maipo Valley's fertile soils. Salas presents a new label featuring the Alto Maipo Cabernet Sauvignon. Joining him is Jean-Marc Enixon, Director of Winemaking at Phantom Creek Estates, who will recommend wines for the holiday season, including the 2022 Small Lot Evernden Riesling and Phantom Creek's 2022 Estate Cabernet Franc. The show also offers plenty of festive ideas for experiencing downtown Vancouver, with insights from Darcy Hagan, Director of Weddings and Luxury Events at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, and Nicholas Hall, Food and Beverage Director. Lastly, Erni Loosen, owner of Germany's renowned Dr. Loosen winery in the Moselle Valley, shares his deep knowledge and lifelong passion for Riesling—a tradition the Loosen family has nurtured in the Mosel region for more than 200 years.
On this week's podcast, we catch up with Stacy Hornemann, Winemaker at Blue Grouse Estate, who brings a couple of signature Vancouver Island wines to the show, including the 2024 Ortega, Stacy's take on an Island classic, plus we taste the 2023 Pinot Noir. Then, it's off to the South Okanagan to reconnect with Michael Kullman, Winemaker and General Manager at Osoyoos Larose, to discuss the Le Grand Vin 2022 and the Petales 2022, as well as a general update on the vines. Also in the Osoyoos area, we speak with Cassandra Hood, Owner and Estate Manager of Over the Fence Winery, about their family-run operation and some holiday wine ideas. Finally, we catch up with Julien Revillon, a Beaujolais-born winemaker and owner of Dominique Piron in Morgon, France. The noted Piron family have been winegrowers in the commune of Morgon for 14 generations.
On this week's show, we catch up with Mike Dowell, Vintner/Owner, Liber Estates who joins us with a recovery report on all three of the Liber vineyards in Similkameen, Osoyoos-US Border, and on Highway 97. Then to Verona where we speak with Alessandro Pasqua, Family Member, President, Pasqua, USA, as Pasqua marks its 100th year making wine in the Veneto region of Northern Italy. Bernard Retornaz, Executive Advisor, Louis Latour offers deep appreciation for Burgundy’s winemaking heritage as it continues to shape the success of Louis Latour, fostering a legacy in the world of fine wine. In July 2025, Bernard retired as president and now serves as an executive advisor to the board and Louis Latour brand ambassador. Plus we recall a conversation with Teresita Ovalle, Senior Head Winemaker, Viña Santa Rita and their wines planted on the stony slopes of a vineyard in Alto Jahuel, in the heart of Alto Maipo, about 40 minutes south, of Santiago, Chile
This week we travel to southwest France to interview Marie Pinceloup, Export Manager for the renowned Alain Brumont. She discusses Madiran's tradition of excellence and Alain Brumont's enduring legacy as the visionary responsible for elevating Madiran to international prominence, transforming Château Montus into a benchmark for Tannat-based wines. Charlotte Rawa, Senior Brand Ambassador for Penfolds Wines in the Americas, provides an in-depth perspective on the Coonawarra Cabernet revival and highlights how Penfolds Bin 169 exemplifies the elegance and strength of Coonawarra's terra rossa soils. Ana Maria Cumsille, Chief Winemaker at Viña Carmen, presents a distinguished Sémillon that has established the winery among Chile's most innovative producers. Additionally, DJ Kearney, Global Wine Expert, and Wine Director at the Terminal City Club, Vancouver, shares her recommendations for sparkling wines, including a curated list of the top five BC sparklers not to miss during the holiday season.
Marketing Director to talk about Sparkling wine, along with current releases and a fall release of the 2024 Pinot Blanc. We will also dig deep into the unique characteristics of the terroir, and find out how Unsworth is farming regeneratively and sustainably in the Cowichan Valley.
On this week's show, we catch up with Olivier Humbrecht, Master of Wine, Consulting Winemaker, Phantom Creek Estates, to discuss the white wine program and his views on the Similkameen Valley. Then we speak with Alessandro Lunardi, Director of North America for the famed Montalcino producer Tenuta Luce. Lunardi discusses the Montalcino terroir, as well as Merlot and Sangiovese, and the 30th anniversary of Luce 2022, the winery's flagship wine. Notable wine personality Sue Hodder, Senior Winemaker at Wynns Coonawarra Estate, returns to Vancouver to join us to discuss the seldom-made Michael Shiraz and the latest 2018 iteration in the market, named after the founder, David Wynn's son. Then we cap off the show with a 2025 harvest update from B.C. with wine marketing guru and MW, Geoffrey Moss. Oh, and we also discuss the strike and the devastating effects of the BCGEU shutdown on the hospitality business.
This week, we are on location at the new Evolve Sparkling House on the Naramata Bench in Penticton and are joined by owners Ron and Shelley Mayert. It is a family-owned winery in the heart of British Columbia’s beautiful Okanagan Valley at the entrance to Naramata Bench. Specializing in sparkling wines, the winery is focused on traditional method expressions, along with a couple of wines crafted using the Charmat method - each made with care and a commitment to quality. Also joining us are nearby neighbours Tony Holler, Owner, and Chris Holler, General Manager of Poplar Grove Winery, who share an optimistic outlook on the year so far. Then, we travel to the Black Sage Bench with guest Ryan McKibbon, Head Winemaker at Black Hills Estate Winery. Finally, we cross the lake from Evolve Sparkling House to catch up with Summerland's Ron Kubek, owner of Lightning Rock Winery.
This week's podcast features Raymond Ringeval, Global Commercial Director at Champagne Palmer, who will discuss how Palmer & Co distinguishes itself through the grand terroirs of the Montagne de Reims, where all its vineyards are classified as Premier or Grand Cru. We will also be joined by Sandy Leier, winemaker at Laughing Stock Vineyards on the Naramata Bench, to address her recent achievement as Canada's Best Performing Small Winery of the Year at the 2025 Wine Align National Wine Awards. Additionally, we will visit downtown Vancouver, BC, for insights from the Hotel Van team, including Chris Robinson, Director of Food and Beverage, and Darcy Hagan, Director of Weddings and Luxury Events at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, who will provide updates on upcoming events and staycation opportunities.
On this week's show, we are on location at Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery, tucked into the slopes above Okanagan Lake, offering an upscale yet welcoming wine-tasting experience in West Kelowna. Our guests include Jesse Harnden, GM at Mt. Boucherie, as well as winemaker Jeff Hundertmark, who discusses the wine program and the overall experience you get as a visitor. Also joining us will be Joe Luckhurst, owner and distiller of Luckhurst Farm & Distillery in Kelowna, who stops by with some unique spirits. Grant Stanley is the winemaker and general manager of Spearhead Winery. Stanley will share the latest updates on his Pinot Noir and Chardonnay releases. We wrap up the show with a visit from Allison Moyes, winemaker and general manager of Solvera Wines in Summerland.
We are on location at O’Rourke Family Estate in Lake Country. Situated in the scenic Carr's Landing area of Lake Country, it is built into the landscape with stunning views of the surrounding vineyards and mountains. The estate features a contemporary design by renowned architect John Taft of Backen & Backen, incorporating natural elements and panoramic vistas. Our guests include Ian Scromeda, General Manager of O’Rourke Family Estate and O'Rourke Peak Cellars. Winemaker Stephanie Stanley discusses their obsession with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and the underappreciated aromatic whites category. We also get a comprehensive introduction to Peak Cellars Garden Bistro with Executive Chef Joel Labute. Additionally, we take a full tour of the O’Rourke Family Estate property with Carlos Melayes, Events & Accommodation Manager. Join us for a complete show from Lake Country, British Columbia.
On this week's show, we catch up with Taylor Whelan, Senior Winemaker at Mission Hill Family Estate, the 2025 Wine Align National Wine Awards Winery of the Year. The Okanagan hilltop winery, with its stunning vistas, has returned to the top once again. We talk with Taylor about how, at Mission Hill, it all comes down to caring about every part of growing and making wine. Joining us in the studio is Dave Edmonds, Chief Winemaker at Kim Crawford Wines. He offers a Master Class on Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. We also check in on the harvest progress in the South Okanagan with Michael Bartier Co-owner, Winemaker, GM of Bartier Bros. Vineyard & Winery. Finally, David McBean, General Manager of Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos, joins us with plenty of reasons to visit the South Okanagan this fall.
This Labour Day weekend is the last long holiday weekend of the summer and features four winemakers preparing for the upcoming harvest. Leandro Nosal, Winemaker at Tinhorn Creek, is from a four-generation winemaking family in Mendoza. He has a degree in Agricultural Engineering and experience working in several wine regions worldwide, such as Bordeaux (France), Catalunya (Spain), Piedmont (Italy), California, Mexico’s Valle de Guadalupe, Niagara (Canada), Marlborough (New Zealand), and the Okanagan. Dave Marchand, Winemaker at Lastella Winery, established his background in wine through work in the hospitality sector, including roles as Wine Director at Vancouver restaurants like CinCin, Fraîche, Le Crocodile, and Après 2. His experience includes time at Panther Creek Cellars in McMinnville, Oregon (now Elizabeth Chambers Cellars). He currently oversees production at La Stella. John Weber, Winemaker at Orofino Vineyards, co-founded Orofino Winery in the Similkameen Valley with his wife Virginia, who previously worked as a nurse. They moved from southern Saskatchewan, purchased a vineyard in Cawston in 2001, and set up Canada’s only straw-bale winery. They have been producing wine in the region for nearly 25 years. Maurizio Maurizi is part of a new generation of Italian wine professionals. Born in 1983 into a family of winegrowers in the Marche region, he studied Viticulture & Enology at the University of Florence. Maurizi began his career at a co-operative winery in Ascoli Piceno and joined the Mezzacorona group as an agronomist’s assistant in 2006, which included work in Sicily and Trentino. He currently manages winemaking operations and supervises over 400 growers supplying grapes to Mezzacorona in northern Italy.
In this week's show, we explore a summer-themed approach to "Open that Bottle" night. Geoffrey Moss, Master of Wine, encourages us to enjoy that special bottle without waiting for an elusive "someday," as we examine the evolution of wines with age, factors influencing the optimal time for opening a bottle, and the impact of individual preference on wine aging decisions. Robert Stelmachuk, Wine Director at @mott32van, discusses the nuances of opening notable bottles—addressing when to uncork, the allure of consuming historically significant wines, and why it is often preferable to enjoy a wine sooner rather than risk waiting too long. He also provides guidance on handling mature bottles and shares insights from his experience tasting some of the world's most distinguished vintages. David Lawrason, Wine Director at @winealign, reflects on the emotional aspects of wine appreciation and explains the importance of timing and companionship in enjoying aged bottles. He offers perspectives on how his personal preferences have evolved and the merit of passing on cherished bottles. Additionally, DJ Kearney, global wine expert and Director of Wines at @tcclub, explores the emotional resonance associated with opening special bottles, recounting experiences with treasured vintages and emphasizing that sometimes, the ideal moment to enjoy a wine is simply now.
This week’s show features an exploration of three distinct wine regions: Sicily, Summerland (British Columbia), and Napa Valley. The journey begins on the historic island of Sicily, Italy, where we speak with Frank Cornelissen, Estate Owner of Frank Cornelissen Wines. Our discussion centres on his estate, established in 2001, at a time when Etna was an emerging wine region. The vineyards, situated in the northern valley of the active volcano Etna, are recognized as Etna’s premier location for single-vineyard red wines. From Italy, our focus shifts to Summerland, British Columbia, for conversations with Mason Spink, Winemaker at Dirty Laundry, and Christine Coletta, Co-owner of Haywire Winery. This engaging poolside discussion highlights the terroir and ideal growing conditions that make Summerland an exceptional wine-producing area. Finally, we conclude with a visit to California’s Napa Valley, speaking with Kori Butler, Senior Winemaker at Orin Swift Cellars and Winery. Orin Swift has recently expanded and enhanced its tasting experience within a historically significant bank building in downtown St. Helena, California.
This week’s show features an insightful discussion with Shane Munn, Winemaker and General Manager at Martins Lane Winery in Kelowna, who will provide expert commentary on Pinot Noir. Michel Couttolenc, Fine Wines Director for Viñedo Chadwick and Seña, joins us in the studio to offer an in-depth perspective on two iconic Chilean labels and the characteristics that set them apart. We also welcome Joan Cusiné from the renowned Penedès region of Spain—located just 45 minutes from Barcelona. Joan represents the third generation of his family to practice biodynamic farming, melding modern winemaking with respect for ancient Roman traditions evident throughout the region. Finally, we are pleased to connect with David Gates, Senior Vice President of Vineyard Operations at Ridge Vineyards, situated on Monte Bello Ridge in the Santa Cruz Mountains AVA, south of Los Altos, California. David has been a key cog in the quality wheel at Ridge Vineyards seemingly forever.
This week's show features an insightful discussion with Erni Loosen, owner of Dr. Loosen, a premier winery in Germany's Mosel Valley. Loosen is a prominent figure in the international wine community and a distinguished representative of the Mosel wine region, as well as for Mosel Riesling and German Riesling in general. Erni shared his extensive expertise and enthusiasm for Riesling, a passion the Loosen family has cultivated and guarded in the Mosel for over two centuries. The show also features a final update from David Lawrason, co-founder and co-chair of the WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada and Wine Director at WineAlign. David reveals the coveted Platinum medal winners at the 2025 WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada. Anthony and David also discuss their vision for the future of Canadian wine. Additionally, we spoke with Leah Adint, Head Winemaker at the historical Erath Winery in Oregon's Willamette Valley.. Erath has long been recognized as a pioneer in Oregon's modern wine history.
This week's show features an exceptional line-up of guests. Evan Goldstein, one of the original Master Sommeliers based in San Francisco and a recent judge at the National Wine Awards, joins us to discuss both wine and baseball, sharing his experiences serving thousands of glasses of wine at San Francisco Giants games. Sara d'Amato, a contributor to WineAlign, will explore rosé wines from Avignon, France, and present an innovative way to refresh your rosé as the French do on a hot summer day. Michelle Bouffard, Sommelier, author, and founder of Tasting Climate Change, offers insights into her dedicated work addressing the impact of climate change on grape farming and shares practical suggestions for making a difference. Finally, we connect with George Samios, Director of Penali Cellar Doors in Greater Melbourne and a long-time friend of the show, to discuss the revitalization of Australia's cellar doors decades after their initial establishment.
This week, we explore the history and the story behind the WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada as well as the first results released today of the 25th edition with Judge Geoffrey Moss, Master of Wine and owner of Penticton-based Lithica Wine Marketing and David Lawrason, co-founder/co chair of the WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada and Wine Director of WineAlign. We’ll also head to New Zealand’s South island to catch up with Kim Crawford Chief Winemaker Dave Edmonds. Edmonds discusses a trio of Kim Crawford labels, starting with the soon-to-be-released no-alcohol Kim Crawford Illuminate “0”, followed by the low alcohol, 7 percent, Kim Crawford Illuminate Eclairer. As well we taste the latest edition of the iconic Kim Crawford Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. Finally we catch up with Julien Revillon, a Beaujolais-born winemaker and owner of Dominique Piron in Morgan France. The Piron family have been grape-growers in Morgon for 14 generations.
This week, we are joined by Rod Hallam, Market Manager for Canada at Villa Maria Estate in New Zealand. We learn that Villa Maria sources grapes from multiple wine regions across New Zealand, with their primary focus on the renowned Marlborough region. Then we travelled to the Black Sage Bench in South Oliver, BC, for a chat with Kaylee Barss, winemaker at Red Barn Winery at Jagged Rock. We discussed Kaylee’s passion for reimagining traditional Okanagan varieties, such as Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc, while exploring exotic Italian grapes like Nebbiolo and Barbera, and we tasted 2024 Transfiction Rosé. Next, we head to Nighthawk Vineyards, a boutique family farm gate winery overlooking scenic Green Lake Valley high above Okanagan Falls. We also spoke with Daniel Bibby, co-owner and winemaker, about his Nighthawk wines, their luxury tent accommodations, top-level restaurant, and impressive new artistic bottle labels. Finally, it’s all things Kamloops for a fun catch-up with Trish Morelli, executive director of the Kamloops Wine Trail, who shares what makes the Kamloops wine region so unique, along with key wineries to visit and some of the exciting events happening this summer in the area.
This week, we are pleased to welcome you to CheckMate Artisanal Winery, located on the Golden Mile Bench just south of Oliver, BC. Our guests include Greg Rowdon, Vice President of Winemaking at Iconic Wineries of British Columbia. Rowdon, who also serves as the CheckMate winemaker, discusses the 2022 Queen Taken Chardonnay and the 2020 Silent Bishop Merlot. He also speaks of the block-by-block approach that distinguishes this winery while celebrating its tenth vintage. Other notable guests from the Iconic Wineries of BC include Taylor Whelan, Chief Winemaker at Mission Hill Family Estate in Kelowna. Whelan provides insights into the Summer Concert Series and presents tastings of the 2024 Mission Hill Reserve Sauvignon Blanc and the 2022 Perpetua. Shane Munn, Winemaker and General Manager at Martin's Lane Winery, oversees both the winemaking process and the management of the winery's operations, with a particular focus on Pinot Noirs and Rieslings. Shane and Anthony evaluate the Martin's Lane 2022 Naramata Ranch Hieroglyph Pinot Noir and the 2024 Hyland Vineyard Riesling from Oregon. Andres Galves Pizarro, Winemaker at Cedar Creek Estate Winery in Kelowna, updates us on the 2024 Estate Pinot Noir Rosé and the 2022 Platinum Haynes Creek Cabernet Franc. Additionally, he extends an invitation to consider attending the Cedar Creek Summer Song Series.
We are at Stag's Hollow Winery this week, celebrating 30 years of winemaking in Okanagan Falls, BC. Keira LeFranc, Winemaker & Director of Operations, talks about the winery's location, history, and wine portfolio and why you should discover the OK Falls G.I. Rob Hammersley, Winemaker Viticulturist from Black Market Wine Company, shares updates on his 2024 Collusion Series Rosé project, a Cinsault varietal wine sourced from Horse Heaven Hills AVA in Washington State. Leslie D'Andrea, Co-Owner & CEO of Noble Ridge Vineyard and Winery, presents their 2022 Reserve Chardonnay and 2022 Reserve Pinot Noir, which Anthony was the first to taste. Terry Meyer Stone, President of Mayhem Wines, and JAK Meyer, Proprietor of Meyer Family Vineyards, introduce their Mayhem 2024 Rosé and Meyer 2022 Micro Cuvee Chardonnay while displaying a sibling rivalry that makes them fun to listen to.
This week, we are pleased to broadcast from Poplar Grove Winery on Penticton's Naramata bench. We are joined by Tony Holler, Co-Owner of Poplar Grove Winery, and Chris Holler, General Manager, who will provide an update on the favourable conditions of the vineyards and extend a warm invitation to visit their deck for wine tastings and dining at the Poplar Grove restaurant. Richard Da Silva, Vigneron & Proprietor of Da Silva Vineyards, will discuss the exciting development of a vineyard terrace area for visitor relaxation and small bites and update us on the winery's Winemaker's Suite accommodation. Ian Scromeda, General Manager of Peak Cellars, extends an invitation to visit their winery and restaurant in Kelowna's scenic Lake Country, and we talk about their wines and touch on new developments at the flagship O'Rourke Family Estate Winery just up the road at Carr's Landing. Additionally, John Skinner, Proprietor of Painted Rock Estate Winery, will update their vineyards' positive state and introduce their new release of the 2022 Red Icon.
This week's show features the Summerland Waterfront Resort and Spa, a family-friendly accommodation in the South Okanagan. Lisa Jaager, General Manager, joined us in inviting everyone to visit the resort and explaining why they see so many return visits yearly. We discuss wine with Christine Coletta, Co-Owner, Haywire Winery and Garnet Valley Ranch, about the positive atmosphere this year in the Okanagan, and she introduces some wines for us to taste, including the Haywire Switchback Pinot Gris 2021 and two stunning 2022 wines from Garnet Valley Ranch. We reconnect with Mason Spink, Winemaker at Dirty Laundry, to talk about his 2024 Riesling made with fruit from Yakima Valley in Washington State. Additionally, Sally Pierce, Executive Director of Destination Summerland, provides numerous reasons to spend more than a day exploring the greater Summerland area.
This week on the show, we delve into the South Okanagan with a visit to District Wine Village in Oliver. Matt Kenyon, the founder, and Mike Daley, the Director of Operations, extend an invitation to experience their collection of wineries, a restaurant, and artisan shops, all conveniently located at the northern tip of Oliver. Josie Tyabji, proprietor of Gneiss Wines, welcomes guests to sample their offerings and announces the release of their first estate vineyard, Tempranillo. Michal Mosny, owner of Winemaker’s Cut, provides tastings of elegantly crafted sparkling BC wines and introduces The Opera Room, which features non-alcoholic and low alcohol beverages. Ian Stilborn, the chef at Ward’s Wine Country Kitchen, discusses his new seasonal menu and explains how guests can enjoy his culinary creations from any patio within the village while savouring wine. Finally, Tina Dolphin, Winery Manager at One Faith Vineyards, showcases several rich Bordeaux-style red wines to illustrate the aging potential of BC wines.
This week's show is on location at Phantom Creek Estates on the Black Sage Bench. Join us as we broadcast from their state-of-the-art winery, featuring the team responsible for the vines and wines. Our guests included Mark Beringer, General Manager, Jean-Marc Enixon, Director of Winemaking, andMike Anderson, Director of Farming, updated us on the bounce back of the vines at Phantom Creek and led us through several wines from their extensive reserves in the cellar. Plus, we were delighted to reconnect with Alsace legend, MW, Phantom Creek Consulting Winemaker, responsible for the white wines, Olivier Humbrecht, who speaks to his passion project of small lot white wines from the Similkameen Valley, including walking us through the Small Lot 2022 Riesling and 2022 Pinot Gris.
On the show this week, we feature wines of the windy and stony soils of the Similkameen Valley. Charlie Baessler, managing partner of CorcelettesEstate Winery joins us to share their excitement about the current state of the vines and offers a taste of their flagship 2021 Talus. Brad Makepeace, Winemaker, Hugging Tree Winery, provides an update on their family-owned and operated business, and we share a lively 2021 Blanc de Blancs. Daniel Bontorin, Winemaker at Seven Directions, has a true passion for pink wines, and we sample his 2024 Rosé Cuvée, along with a K-Vintners 2022 Cabernet Franc. We reconnect with John Weber, Winemaker Co-Owner, Orofino Vineyards and enjoy his optimism for the season ahead as we taste his new 2024 Chenin Blanc from his Washington State Series: Few and Far Between.
On the show this week, David McBean, General Manager of the Watermark Beach Resort, welcomes us back to the Waterfront Beach Resort in Osoyoos for week two of our South Okanagan Grape Escape. First-time guest Dave Marchand, Winemaker, Lastella Winery, joins us to discuss the stellar 2022 red vintages and the plight of Sangiovese at LaStella. Leandro Nosal, Winemaker, Tinhorn Creek Vineyards, stops by to chat about their 2024 Washington State Pinot Gris and the return of their concert series, while Justin Hall, Estate Winemaker, Nk’Mip Cellars in Osoyoos, provides us with an update on dining at Sweetgrass @ Nk’Mip Cellars. Plus, Christa-Lee McWatters, Vice President, Adega on 45th Estate Winery, joins us to discuss her latest adventure with an invitation to visit the winery and experience their picnics on the patio overlooking Osoyoos Lake.
On the show this week, we kick off our tour of the South Okanagan at the Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos. We are joined by General Manager David McBean, who welcomes everyone to visit this popular south Okanagan oasis. Mark Hopley, Winemaker, and Mark Sheriden, General Manager of Hester Creek Estate Winery, talk to us about their new Columbia Valley Collection. Mike Dowell Farmer - Vintner - Owner of Liber Estates updates on his wines and welcomes all to their winery on Hwy 97. Michael Clark, Managing Director and Winemaker at Clos du Soleil, joins us from the Similkameen Valley for an update on their new Washington Series and Winemaker Severine Pinte from Le Vieux Pin talks about their wines and the optimistic signs that an exciting season is ahead.
On the show this week, we are on location at Township 7 Vineyards & Winery in Langley, celebrating the winery’s 25th Anniversary. Our guests include Township 7 General Manager Mike Raffan and Brian Ensor, GM of Chaberton Estate Winery. Mary McDermott, Winemaker, Township 7, talks about several wines from the 7-Stars lineup and the new replacement wines series: Interlude. We also tasted Dry Bacchus with winemaker Gary Zhygailo, which is made from 40-year-old vines growing at the Chaberton Estate Winery. Plus, we’ll take some time to speak to Cody Karman, the Township 7 Tasting Room Manager, about serving potato chips and sushi. Finally, we introduce the Fraser Valley Wine Passport program with AJ Cheema, Owner of Otter Trail Winery in Langley, and Jacob Medeiros, Winemaker for Cannon Estate Winery in Mount Lehman, Abbotsford.
On the show this week, Teresita Ovalle, Senior Head Winemaker, Floresta and Upper Premium Lines, Viña Santa Rita, who, among many interesting initiatives, talks about their Cabernet Sauvignon block planted on the stony slopes of a vineyard in Alto Jahuel, located in the heart of Alto Maipo, Chile. Jeff Guignard, CEO of Wine Growers British Columbia, joins us to speak about his new role of leadership and the opportunities he sees coming to vineyards and growers across the Province. Nicole Eastman and Paul Hague of Hague Eastman and Associates join us to discuss real estate opportunities in British Columbia Wine Country. Jeffery Young, Executive Chef at 15 Park Bistro at the Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos, talks about their new menus, patio season, live music, and incorporating locally sourced ingredients.
On the show this week, Ana Maria Cumsille, Chief Winemaker at Viña Carmen, visits us to talk about a stunning Sémillon that has positioned the winery as one of the most innovative in Chile. Similarly, George Samios of Penali Cellar Doors in the Greater Melbourne Area talks about an age-old concept, the Cellar Door, and how it’s the only way to go in Australia. Andrea Fabiano, Export Director, Feudi di San Gregorio (Campania, Italy) joins us to talk about the oenological renaissance of Southern Italy, promoting a wine culture for the rediscovery of Mediterranean flavours. Finally, George Perperidis, Head Chef of the Hooded Merganser Penticton Lakeside Resort, reports on the refresh of the Merganser and how he is leaning into his Greek roots and Mediterranean lifestyle with a new menu.
On the show this week, Michel Couttolenc, Fine Wines Director for Viñedo Chadwick and Seña, talks about two legendary Chilean labels and what makes them unique. Michael Dowell, Farmer-Vintner-Owner of Liber Estates, updates us on the many reasons to stop into their winery whenever you travel Highway 97 between Osoyoos and Oliver. Joining us from the famed Spanish Penedes region, just 45 minutes outside of Barcelona, is Joan Cusiné, a third-generation family member who farms biodynamically using modern winemaking techniques while respecting the work of the ancient Roman ways that still dot the landscape. Finally, we catch up with Chris Hoffmeister, CEO of Select Wines to talk about the current state of affairs in the wine industry and the notes of optimism coming out of many wine regions.
We are back on location at the Vancouver Convention Centre, broadcasting from the floor of the 46th Annual Vancouver International Wine Festival. We’ll be speaking with numerous local and international wine personalities all week. Today’s lineup includes Mark Beringer, General Manager and Director of Winemaking Phantom Creek Estates; Matt Steel Senior Winemaker Talbott Vineyards in San Luis Obispo. Justin Seidenfeld, Senior VP of Winemaking and Winegrowing Rodney Strong Vineyards, drops by to discuss Sonoma County wines. Then, it’s east over the Mayacamas Range to Napa Valley, where we catch up with Ludovic Dervin, General Manager and winemaker at the legendary Stags' Leap Winery. The wines we spoke to on the show this week from Phantom Creek Estates are available at the winery as well as BC Liquor stores and other select retailers across BC. The wines of Rodney Strong Vineyards, Talbott Vineyards, and Stags' Leap Winery are available at select Private Liquor stores across the Province including Everything Wine, Marquis Wine Cellars in Vancouver and Vessel Liquor in Victoria.
This week, we’re on location at the 46th Annual Vancouver International Wine Festival at the Vancouver Convention Centre. We’ll talk with many international wine personalities, including John Kane, Head of Winemaking at the hyper organic Bonterra Organic Estates. Then we head to the Naramata Bench to chat with winemaker Ross Baker for an update on the La Frenz Winery wines. Some 40 minutes north by car we stop in West Kelowna, to speak with Kailee Frasch, winemaker at Quails' Gate Winery and discuss her new lineup of Field and Flight wines bottled to fill the gap caused by recent shortages in the vineyard. Then it’s off to California for a visit with Shaune Zeleny, VP, International Sales, J. Lohr Vineyards & Winery, and a Paso Robles wine country discussion. The wines we spoke to on the show this week from Bonterra Organic Estates and J. Lohr Vineyards are available at select Private Liquor stores across the Province including Everything Wine, Marquis Wine Cellars and Vessel Liquor in Victoria. The wines of Quails' Gate Winery are available at BC Liquor stores and other select retailers across BC. La Frenz wines are available at the winery and select wine stores across the Province, including Everything Wine and Marquis Wine Cellars in Vancouver.
This week, we bring you more from the 46th Annual Vancouver International Wine Festival as we work our way around the International Tasting Room. We’ll talk with several visiting wine personalities, including Kurtis Ogasawara, Director of Winemaking at the famed Robert Mondavi Winery. Drew Schneider, the Brand Ambassador of The Prisoner Winery Company, speaks with us about the fantastic success of that Napa Valley brand. At the same time, Josh Wyludka, Brand Director of Lingua Franca, takes us inside one of the most successful new wineries to join the Willamette Valley gang in Oregon. Finally, we catch up and head to Oliver in the South Okanagan to visit with Jason James, Winemaker of Black Sage Vineyard, to explore the warmest vineyard in British Columbia. The wines we spoke to this week, from Robert Mondavi Winery, The Prisoner Winery, and Lingua Franca, are available at select Private Liquor stores across the Province including, Everything Wine, Marquis Wine Cellars and Vessel Liquor in Victoria. The wines of Black Sage Vineyard are available at BC Liquor and other select retailers across BC.
This week, we continue with more conversations from the international and local wine scene at the 46th Annual Vancouver International Wine Festival. Joining us is Dan Walsh, Regional Wine Educator for Jackson Family Wines out of Sonoma County, California; Rod Hallam, Export Manager Canada, for Villa Maria Wines, New Zealand, joins us to talk about Taylor's Pass, a unique single vineyard within their lineup. Richard Da Silva, Co-Proprietor, Winemaker Da Silva Vineyards, Penticton, B.C., will speak about how he is handling the shortage of grapes at Da Silva. Michael Kullman, Winemaker and CEO of Osoyoos Larose, Osoyoos, British Columbia, will lay out their plans for the next five to ten years of work ahead of them in the vineyards of Osoyoos Larose. As always, we will taste wines with everyone you can find in your market.
This week, we’re on location at the Vancouver Convention Centre, broadcasting from the floor of the 46th Annual Vancouver International Wine Festival. We’ll be speaking with numerous local and international wine personalities all week. Today, our guests include Stacy Hornemann Winemaker at Blue Grouse Estate Winery in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. We’ll speak Sake with Mark Zheng Garratt, Sales Manager for Gekkeikan Sake. It’s off to the Silverado Trail in Napa Valley to taste with Shawn Brynildson, Winemaker of Black Stallion Estate Winery. Then we speak with Tony Holler, Co-Owner of Poplar Grove Winery on the Naramata bench in the Central Okanagan Valley.
This week, we’re on location at the Vancouver Convention Centre, broadcasting from the floor of the 46th Annual Vancouver International Wine Festival. We’ll be speaking with numerous local and international wine personalities. Today, our guests include: Wayne Donaldson, a winemaker at Josh Cellars in Calistoga, California. Chris Benziger, VP/Brand Ambassador Benziger Family Winery, in Sonoma County; Olivia Wright, an up and coming winemaker working at Rodney Strong Vineyards in Sonoma County; and Todd Graff, GM & Winemaker of Frank Family Vineyards Napa Valley.
This week, we have one of the show’s long-time friends, Photographer George Rose, from Santa Barbara, California. George talks to us about the many reasons for visiting the Santa Ynez Valley and the Greater Santa Barbara area. Nick Bevan, President at Jackson Wine Estates International, talks about their significant investments at Unsworth Vineyards in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. Tim Pawsey, Food and Wine Writer, aka Hired Belly, joins us with his insider’s guide to restaurants and bars you can visit between sessions at the upcoming Vancouver International Wine Festival. Plus, David McBean, GM at Watermark Beach Resort, our home away from home in the South Okanagan, updates us on the resort’s plans for the 2025 season and the reasons to book now.
This week, it’s a world of wines as we take you to Napa Valley California, the Okanagan Valley, BC, Coonawarra, South Australia and Montreal. With the Vancouver International Wine Festival coming up in just over two weeks and featuring wines of California and the western USA, we’re joined by Ray Signorello, Proprietor of Signorello Estate in Napa Valley, California, and chair of the Gala Auction. Ray speaks to the rebirth of his winery after the 2017 Atlas wildfire and his latest Napa releases. Taylor Whelan, Senior Winemaker, Mission Hill Family Estate, updates us on the 23rd release of the Iconic red wine Oculus from the 2020 vintage. Mark Davidson, Head of Education, Americas, Wines of Australia, is here for a master class on all things related to Australian Wines, and Canadian Michelle Bouffard, Sommelier, Author and Founder of Tasting Climate Change, joins the conversation with Anthony about the shift underway and the leadership initiatives being adopted to ensure a healthier wine community worldwide.
BC Food and Wine goes Down Under this week with the help of two celebrated Australian Women who have been global ambassadors for Australian Wine and powerful role models for women working in wine for decades. Sue Hodder, Wynns Coonawarra Winemaker, was awarded the Gourmet Traveller Wine Magazine Winemaker of the Year award in 2010, and she also took home the 2017 Australian Women in Wine Awards Woman of Inspiration. Hodder was also recently inducted into the prestigious James Halliday Hall of Fame, cementing her status as a wine industry icon and a true legend of Coonawarra wine. Jane Ferrari was named the South Australia Legend of the Vine recognizing her outstanding contribution to the industry. Her career spans many years and is punctuated by her great ability and passion for communicating and storytelling about wine. Ferrari is a past WCA Wine Communicator of the Year (2012) winner and was inducted as a Baron of the Barossa in 2013, with a career in winemaking and communication, including 25 years at Yalumba Wines, as well as time spent at Wolf Blass Wines and Rockford Wines.
This week, we catch up with Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein for a mini Master Class on California Cabernet Sauvignon. Justin Seidenfeld, Winemaker, Rodney Strong Vineyards, Sonoma County, California, discusses the fall harvest and their top-tier Alexander Valley Reds. Shawn Brynildson, Winemaker at Black Stallion Estate Winery in Napa Valley, talks to us about the storied Silverado Trail and the top wines coming out of this region. Plus Harry Hertscheg, Executive Director of Vancouver International Wine Festival, joins us to talk about special event tickets on sale and a general invitation to experience the 46th annual Vancouver International Wine Festival Feb. 24-March 2, 2025.
This week we speak with Severine Pinte, Winemaker, Viticulturist, and Managing Partner for Le Vieux Pin and LaStella wineries on the state of the vines in the South Okanagan and her special partnership undertaken in Washington State. Grant Stanley, winemaker at Spearhead Winery joins us to talk about the impressive Pinot Noir coming out of the east Kelowna winery, which was a big winner at this year's National Wine Awards of Canada. Also, Stacy Hornemann, Winemaker, Blue Grouse Estate, newly arrived from Sonoma, California, takes over the reins at Blue Grouse Estate Winery and discusses her first impressions of the Cowichan Valley. Plus, we chat with Michael Bartier, Bartier Bros., and Eric Monnin, Chief Winemaker, Boutinot, two uniquely talented winemakers, discuss the twist of fate that brought the two together to create a standout BC wine known simply as Project B
This week, we speak with Federica Boffa, Owner of Pio Cesare. Federica talks with us about building two new facilities within the historic centre of Alba. Robin Shay, representing Poggio al Tesoro, located on the west coast of Tuscany in the beautiful coastal wine region of Bolgheri, joins us to talk savoury sangiovese. We’re pleased to speak with Dominga Cotarella, CEO of Famiglia Cotarella, Italy, about a school Dominga co-founded, dedicated to fine hospitality with a keen focus on wine. Then we connect with Alessia Travaglini, Family Member(5th generation), Export Manager Travaglini wines, joining us from the Commune of Gattinara in Piedmont, Italy, home to distinctive square bottles, proving that not all Nebbiolo is Barolo.
This week, we speak with Christine Coletta & Ellen Walker-Mathews, Board Members of BC VQA Wine Info Centre in Penticton, which represents 150 wineries, lists 900 wines and many wine-related gifts. Ian Stilborn, Executive Chef Ward’s Wine Country Kitchen at the District Wine Village, Oliver, BC, explains how they work with the wineries and are a full-service restaurant on-site. Angela Lyons, VP of Sales & Marketing, Bacas Family Wines, which includes Quails' Gate Estate Winery, joins us in-studio to debut two new sparkling wines and a range of Cascadia import labels destined to fill the gap left after the extensive vine damage suffered over the last two winters. Finally, JP Potters, Western Canada Director of Client Care, Irongate Auctions, talks about the new world of online wine auctions in Canada and how easy the process is to manage.
This week, we focus on a "World of Sparkling wines” for the Holidays, and to begin, we speak with Arianna Carafoli, International Export Director for Bottega, a world leader in prosecco wines. Penticton-based Geoffrey Moss, Master of Wine and Judge at the National Wine Awards of Canada and Anthony recall some of the top medal winners in the Sparkling Wine Category at the 2024 National Wine Awards of Canada. Mary McDermott, Winemaker Township 7 Vineyards & Winery, discusses her sparkling wine program and vineyards in the Fraser Valley and the Okanagan. We are also joined by Benoît Gauthier, Chief Operating Officer & Director of Winemaking and Viticulture at Noble Ridge Vineyard & Winery, to hear about the terroir and sparkling wines of Okanagan Falls.
This week from Florence, Italy, we speak with Filippo Bartolotta, an Italian Wine Journalist and educator, who joins us in conversation about the rise of Italian white wines. Lisa Anselmi, 3rd Generation Family Member, Anselmi Wines, Veneto, Italy, talks about the burgeoning Soave region, the Garganega grape and her family's bold move to work outside the rules of the Soave DOC. Thomas Bachelder, Co-Owner/Winemaker of Bachelder Wines, Niagara Peninsula, discusses his lifelong love for chardonnay and pinot noir and his efforts to continue to push the Wines of Canada onto the world map. Finally, Mele Sosa, Brand Ambassador of Bodega Garzón, Uruguay, shows us how Garzón is making history, introducing Uruguayan wines to the international wine community.
This week, we speak with DJ Kearney, Global Wine Expert and the Director of Wines at Terminal City Club, our trusted expert for finding top-value wine buys. Export Manager Rodrigo Lencastre shared the history of Ramos Pintos, established in 1880 in the Douro Valley, Portugal, and discussed its impressive variety of port wine styles. Sue Hodder, Senior Winemaker at Wynns Coonawarra in South Australia, joined us to discuss the famous Wynns wines. Additionally, Chris Hoffmeister, CEO of Select Wines Canada, provided a broad perspective on the global wine scene and offered some fun, value-priced suggestions for the holiday season.
This week we speak with Patrick Gaylor, Executive Chef Mission Hill Family Estate on all the fun holiday atmosphere to experience in West Kelowna. Ingrid Jarrett President & CEO BC Hotel Association updates on what’s happening this holiday season with hotels across the Province. Caren McSherry Owner Gourmet Warehouse, joins us with idea after idea for your holiday shopping. And Chris Robinson Director of Food and Beverage Fairmont Hotel Vancouver + guest TBC talk about all the fun to explore in downtown Vancouver.
This week, we speak with Ross Derrick, owner of Derrick's Steakhouse that has taken over the old Raudz location in downtown Kelowna, and the reviews, including his wine list, are favourable. Taylor Whelan Senior Winemaker Mission Hill Family Estate joins us on the 23rd release of Oculus, one of Canada’s iconic red wine labels. Lee Man, Chair of Judging, 15th Annual Chinese Wine Awards, joins us to discuss the trends and the winners. At the same time, Eduardo Montresor, a family member of Montresor Winery in the Veneto, tells us about the special harvest techniques used in the making of Amarone.
This week, Canadian Michelle Bouffard, Sommelier, Author and Founder of Tasting Climate Change, joins us to discuss the challenges ahead for all of us in the wine community as we deal with climate change. Alessia Travaglini, 5th Generation Family Member and Export Manager joins us to discuss Gattinara wines, her winery’s highly distinctive square bottles, and how not all Nebbiolo from Piedmont is Barolo. Jane Ferrari, famed storyteller, takes us inside the legendary Australian wines of Jim Barry. From Down Under, we go to the top of Italy to speak with Thomas Cuni about Damilano and Tua Rita, two revered wineries in Piedmont and Tuscany.
This week, Mark Davidson, Head of Education, Americas, for Wines of Australia, gives us a bird's-eye view of everything exciting happening in the world of Australian wine. Ermes Scardova, Export Manager, Medici Ermete, takes us inside Lambrusco's fascinating world from the famous Emilia-Romagna region. We also catch up with Robert Stelmachuk, Wine Director Mott 32 in Vancouver, who shares some of his favourite holiday wines. Then we check in with Stacy Hornemann, winemaker at Blue Grouse Estate Winery in the Cowichan Valley, who has moved north from the Jackson Family wine team in Sonoma County to explore and expand the pinot noir and chardonnay footprint on Vancouver Island.
This week, we speak with Harry Hertscheg, Executive Director of the Vancouver International Wine Festival, as tickets for the 2025 Festival go on sale November 13. The theme region is the West Coast U.S., with 50 wineries from California, Oregon, and Washington State in attendance. Justin Seidenfeld, Sr. Vice President of Winemaking & Winegrowing, Rodney Strong Vineyards in Sonoma County, California, joins us to discuss some of his top-tier reds and the differences between Sonoma and Napa Valley cabernet. From California, we head to the Loire Valley in France to talk with Isabelle Moreau, the Export Manager at Château de Sancerre. We discuss her iconic Sauvignon Blanc and the growing interest in Pinot Noir from Sancerre. And speaking of Sauvignon Blanc, then it's off to New Zealand with Villa Maria’s Rod Hallam to talk about the reign of Sauvignon Blanc and the rise of Kiwi wines in the international wine world.
This week, we invited Dr. Laura Catena, Managing Director, Bodega Catena Zapata Argentina, to discuss the hot topic of wine and health, with some thoughts on navigating to the truth and the science behind all the studies discussed by advocates for and against alcohol. Then we head to California to catch up with Shawn Brynildson, Winemaker Black Stallion Estate Winery. Inside the original horse riding area along the Silverado Trail in California’s Napa Valley, Black Stallion once housed prize horses; today, it is home to prize-winning vines. Joining us in our Vancouver studio is the legendary Master of Wine and winemaker Olivier Humbrecht of Domaine Zind Humbrecht in Alsace. Olivier talks bio-dynamics and viticulture, and his only outside consulting gig in the world at Phantom Creek Estates. Finally, we head to the north tip of the Village of Naramata to chat with Elizabeth Markulin, Sommelier at Eliza Wine Bar, at the 112-year-old heritage Naramata Inn.
This week, we will travel to the Penedès region just north of Barcelona, Spain, to chat with Miguel Torres, a 5th-generation family member, winemaker, and general manager at Familia Torres. We discussed his iconic Spanish label Sangre de Toro, or “Blood of the Bull,” red wine among many subjects. Sebastien Labbe, Winemaker Vinã Santa Rita Chile, joins us to talk about one of Chile’s oldest and most iconic wineries from the heart of the Maipo Valley. Closer to home, we speak with Chef Alessa Valdez and the Director of Winemaker, Mark Beringer, from the new must-stop in the South Okanagan: Phantom Creek Estates winery. From Oliver to the Naramata Bench, a 40-minute drive north, we meet up with co-owner Rebecca and winemaker Matthew Mikulic of Three Sisters Winery on the Naramata Bench to get the story behind the Sister Series wines.
This week, we explore the world of wine, beginning with a master class on Champagne with Alice Paillard, CEO and Proprietor at Champagne Bruno-Paillard. Martin Kaiser, Deputy Director of Viticulture/Enology, Dona Paula (Mendoza, Argentina) talks about growing grapes at high altitudes and the rise of Argentine wine among global retailers. Then it’s off to Spain to speak with winegrowing luminary Telmo Rodríguez, charting Rioja’s future by looking at its past. Finally, we head closer to home to Kaledon, B.C., and the vineyards above Skaha Lake for a chat with winemaker Rob Hammersley at Black Market Wine Co.
This week, it’s our Thanksgiving in Italy special featuring Sandro Bottega, Owner and Managing Director of Bottega Winery, Veneto, Italy. We had a wide-ranging chat about Prosecco and his role in propelling the sparkling wine onto the modern sparkling wine stage. Marco Martini, Director/General Manager, MGM Mondo del Vino, joins us with stories and wines from Sicily to Emilia Romagna. Then we’re off to Tuscany and Brunello di Montalcino with winemaker Arber Shabani of Ridolfi in Montalcino. We complete our special Thanksgiving in Italy show in the Lugana region on Lake Garda with Christian Ridolfi, winemaker for Veneto legend Bolla Wines and Santi.
This week, we head to Oliver, B.C., and the Black Sage Bench to speak with Severine Pinte, Winemaker & Viticulturist, Managing Partner for Le Vieux Pin and LaStella wineries. We discuss new projects, new plantings, and a few red wine picks for the fall. Moving south to Osoyoos, we catch up with Mike Dowell, Co-Owner and Winemaker of Liber Estates, a small family-run winery specializing in Pinot noir and Chardonnay. From there, we talk Turkey and Thanksgiving with Westin Bayshore Vancouver Executive Chef Steve Rutherford. We wrap up the show in Okanagan Falls with Benoît Gauthier, Director of Vineyard and winemaking at Noble Ridge Vineyard & Winery, to talk terroir and sparkling wines suitable for your Thanksgiving celebrations.
This week, we speak with winemaker Stacy Hornemann, who has newly arrived from Sonoma, California, to take the reins at Blue Grouse Estate Winery. Hornemann discusses her first impressions of the Cowichan Valley and her excitement for its future; Export Manager Rodrigo Lencastre tells the story behind Ramos Pintos, established in 1880 in the Douro Valley, Portugal, and its many impressive port wine styles; General Manager David McBean invites us to his Watermark Beach Resort and 15 Park Bistro in Osoyoos, offering a new seasonal menu, exceptional wine and beer making dinners and more; Angela Lyons, VP of Sales & Marketing for Bacas Family Wines, which includes Quails' Gate Estate Winery, joins us in-studio to debut two new sparkling wines and a range of Cascadia import labels destined to fill the gap left after the extensive vine damage suffered over the last two winters.
This week, Laurent Miquel, Owner, CEO & 8th Generation Winemaker of Laurent Miquel, call us from Languedoc, France, where he is creating, as he puts it, "Old World wines for the New World." Alessia Travaglini, 5th Generation Family Member and Export Manager for Travaglini join us from the Commune of Gattinara in Piedmont, Italy, home to distinctive square bottles, proving that not all Nebbiolo is Barolo. Having recently changed careers from General Manager and Sommelier for Boulevard in Vancouver to Client Care for Iron Gate Fine Wine Auctions, JP Potters shares his perspective of the auction house and lists some unique finds available at the latest fall auction. Still managing the effects of the deep freeze suffered by most of the wine industry this year, Richard Da Silva sustained another blow when a sinkhole forced him to close his business during the peak tourist season for two weeks this summer. The Co-Owner and Winemaker for Da Silva Vineyards in Penticton talks about how valuable community support has been, overcoming adversity and what can help the small business move forward.
This week, we begin with a visit to the Loire Valley, speaking with Château de Sancerre's Export Manager Isabelle Moreau; Carmen D'Onofrio, Owner of Stile Brands Wine Distributor in Vancouver visits us in-studio to talk about Piedmont and in a second segment, about wine consumption among Gen Z and Millennials; Jayton Paul, Wine Director for Published on Main talks about a special event featuring Krug Champagne at the restaurant and several years in, what it takes to be a Michelin-starred restaurant.
This week: 100 years ago the founders of Black Stallion Estate Winery, located on the Silverado Trail in Napa Valley, began their winemaking journey - winemaker Shawn Brynildson shares the story and the wines; Will Hardman's family began farming on the Naramata Bench a century ago, adding vines to their land in the 90s; in our next Valley First Spotlight, Will talks about winemaking for his family's Deep Roots Winery, his connection with the Naramata community and the rising popularity of Gamay; Mirco Billorsi, the Export Director for Montalcino's Altesino, speaks of the historic brand, known for making the first single vineyard Brunello; Jamie Moore, Assistant General Manager at Penticton Lakeside Resort lists the many reasons to book your trip to Penticton this fall, which includes the chance of spotting Canucks on the street and celebrating beer all around town. Join us to hear more.
This week we are taking tour around the world via red wine; we reach Sebastián Labbé, winemaker for Vinã Santa Rita in Chile to talk about Cabernet Sauvignon, elevation and their WiSe project; speaking of Chile, we revisit our talk about Carménère and more earlier this year with one of its trailblazers, Aurelio Montes Sr; Dan Wildermuth, VP Global Marketing Rodney Strong Vineyards in Sonoma talks Cabernet Sauvignon and also offers his tips to listeners planning a visit to the region; from this year's Van Wine Fest; Fabio Bosio, Export Manager Canada for Fontanafredda, shares his enthusiasm for Barolo and Piedmont.
It's truly a legendary week beginning with visionary viticulturist and winemaker Martin Kaiser for Doña Paula in Argentina; the latest Valley First Wealth Management Spotlight shines on Tyler Rennie, a fourth generation dairy farmer for his family's Legendairy Farms, now in Armstrong, and celebrating a remarkable 100 years; Dr. Laura Catena, wears two of her hats, one as an Emergency Physician and the other as a fourth generation vintner of the renowned Bodega Catena Zapata, tackles the hot topic of wine and health; and Jeffery Young, a Chef of the Year and a multi-gold medal winner in international competitions, brings his talents and wealth of experience to the Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos as their new Executive Chef.
This week it's part two of our Grape Escape at Three Sisters Winery on the Naramata Bench. Paige Schulz from Visit Penticton lists activities to enhance your exploration of the Bench and lists upcoming events in the region you'll want to book for now; Pénélope Roche, Co-Owner & Winemaker for Roche Wines, at the southern end of the Bench, talks sustainability and brings her pinot gris and pinot noir for tasting; Joel Chamaschuk, Owner and Chief Storyteller of Chain Reaction Winery talks about their spirit of experimentation and brings a Blanc de Noir; Elizabeth Markulin, Sommelier for Eliza Wine Bar at the Naramata Inn at the north end of the Bench, gives us an idea of why they are a good place to include when touring the Bench; Graham Pierce, Winemaker for Ruby Blues Winery describes the well-known winery's whimsical style and he brings his Peace Love and Bubbles cans for Anthony to sample.
This week marks the return of the Valley First Wealth Management Winemaker Profile Series, starting with Nadine Kinvig the winemaker for Terravista Vineyards on the Naramata Bench, though we hear about a new project with grapes grown in Okanagan Falls; we release an interview with Ross Wise MW, GM & Director of Winemaking at Black Hills Estate Winery recorded earlier this year at the Vancouver International Wine Festival; Allison Spurrell, co-owner of the popular cheese shops, Les Amis du Fromage, offers picnic tips, cheese and tasty bites that Anthony pairs wines to, reminding us that there's nothing better than enjoying good food and wine outdoors; we round out the show with Grant Stanley the winemaker for SpearHead Estate Winery in East Kelowna, who was recently awarded Winery of the Year for Canada; we hear his reaction and learn more about his decorated wines.
This week we begin the show with Michael Bartier, Co-Owner and Winemaker for Bartier Bros. Vineyard and Winery, telling the story behind Piquette, made from the second pressing of grapes; Anthony reports on the Okanagan Falls, Oliver, Osoyoos and the Similkameen vineyards he saw firsthand on a recent trip; we release our interview with Federica Boffa, Owner of the renowned Barolo maker Pio Cesare; and Mark Beringer, General Manager and Director of Winemaking for Phantom Creek Estates talks about single vineyards and what to expect when you see this on a wine label.
We're broadcasting from Three Sisters Winery on the Naramata Bench this week, lead by Visit Penticton's Paige Schulz, who gives us the details on big events coming in August through the fall; Rebecca and Matthew Mikulic Co-Owners of Three Sisters Winery highlight their hospitality and their proximity to Penticton; John Kaputsky, GM for Hwy 97 Brewing talks about the envious beer culture in the region; Lyndsay O'Rourke Co-Owner and Winemaker for Tightrope Winery tastes viognier and riesling with Anthony and Gordon Fitzpatrick, Owner of Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards, chats about their sparkling wine program.
This week, Anthony has a conversation with Mike Dowell, Co-owner and winemaker for Liber Estates; from our Vancouver International Wine Festival series of interviews, we visit with one of our favourite duos David Scholefield, Wine Consultant and DJ Kearney, Wine Educator; also recorded at VIWF earlier this year, Michael Bartier, Co-Owner and Winemaker for Bartier Bros. and Eric Monnin, Chief Winemaker for Boutinot International based in France, talk about working together; and Dan Zepponi, CEO of Cuvaison, gives us its history this Napa Valley winery founded in 1969 and what they offer in the BC market.
This week we enjoy a masterclass in biodynamic winegrowing from Alsace winemaker and international consultant, Olivier Humbrecht MW who joined us in-studio earlier this summer; We get the highlights from the 2024 National Wine Awards Canada, first from Co-Head Judge David Lawrason, who also comments on wine awards in general; then wine judge Geoffrey Moss MW, summarizes the British Columbian entries and on the Sparkling results, the first to be released this Friday; we wrap up with an interview recorded at the Vancouver International Wine Festival earlier this year featuring Nicolas Tapia the Export Manager for Viña Emiliana, one of the top producers of fine wine in Chile, and a leader in biodynamic, organic and sustainable winegrowing.
This week, we return to Okanagan Falls at Noble Ridge Estate Winery, to talk with Paige Schulz from Visit Penticton about the outstanding craft beverage scene in the region featuring some of the people in the industry including Rob Hammersley, the Owner/Winemaker for Black Market Wine Co. in Kalenden; Wilbert Borren, the Co-Owner/Winemaker of Four Shadows Vineyard on the Naramata Bench; Nicole Kelf, the Marketing Manager for Barley Mill Brew Pub in Penticton and Simon Buttet, the Co-Owner / Distiller for Alchemist Distiller in Summerland. Plus, Paige teases some of the big events and concerts happening in and around Penticton this summer.
We're in the Fraser Valley this week at Township 7 Vineyards and Winery. Cody Karman, Township Langley's Tasting Room Manager, fills us in on their hospitality program and some of the fun events they'll be hosting this summer; Mary McDermott, Township's winemaker features their stellar sparkling wines and their wines produced in a unique vineyard in the South Okanagan; Brian Ensor, GM and Gary Zhygailo, the winemaker for Chaberton Estate Winery, join us to talk about their wines, including a rosé, which Anthony raves about; Erinn Kredba, Executive Director for Tourism Langley, announces the opening of a new winery and restaurant, then showcases the amazing breadth of events and attractions in Langley, from learning about history, to sporting events, to farm gates and festivals.
This week we're at the Garnet Valley Ranch in Summerland, speaking with members of the Bottleneck Drive that includes wine, cider, spirits and beer. The show is split into several helpful sections, featuring an overview of the Drive for those who like to plan their own tours, then into a North, East and West routes of a mix of members and to maximize your time at each place. Through it all you'll hear about upcoming events and a passport contest, and Sally Pierce, the Executive Director for Visit Summerland drops by to talk about the other attractions in the town to round out the show.
This week, we're broadcasting from just north of the town of Oliver at District Wine Village, which appears to be flourishing since opening during the pandemic. Matt Kenyon, the developer behind the village, and Mike Daley, its Director of Operations, join us with updates, including a new store and their summer concert schedule; then we speak with people behind some of the micro-wineries on-site, Josie Tyabji, Co-Owner and new winemaker, Scott Robinson for Gneiss Wines; Brett Thiessen, Manager of Foolish Wine, a new venture for those familiar with Yellow Dog and Neighbourhood Brewing, and Sarah Isaksen, Sales & Hospitality Manager and Matt Kenyon Co-Founder of Canter Cellars. Ian Stilborn, Executive Chef for Ward's Wine Country Kitchen, explains how they work with the wineries in addition to being a full service restaurant on-site.
We're in the Okanagan Falls this week, enjoying the view of McIntyre Bluff from Noble Ridge Vineyard & Winery. Visit Penticton's Paige Schulz kicks off the show listing some of the great events taking place in the region this season; Benoit Gauthier, Director of Viticulture & Winemaking for Noble Ridge shares a Blanc de Blanc that Anthony calls elegant; Ross Baker, winemaker for La Frenz Winery talks about their story on the Naramata Bench; Chistine Coletta and Ellen Walker-Mathews, Board Members for the BC VQA Wine Info Centre in Penticton, highlighting how features 150 wineries and 900 wines and wine related gifts; John Weber speaks on behalf of the Similkameen Independent Winegrowers and the charms of that valley and its growing accommodation and gourmet food offerings.
This week we're broadcasting from Painted Rock Estate Winery on the Skaha Bench. Listen for simple and honest updates on that bench and the Naramata Bench from our seasoned winegrower guests, and, most importantly, their solutions on how to move forward. We begin with John Skinner, co-owner of Painted Rock, who brings a 2017 Chardonnay and a 2011 Icon, both showing off the ageing potential of the region's wines; Tony Holler, co-owner of Poplar Grove Estate Winery reveals their first vintage of Pinot Noir and brings their latest rosé; Richard Da Silva, co-owner of Da Silva Vineyards and Winery, showcases their new 3-litre boxes of their popular Vinho Tinto and Vinho Branco, and discusses just how much people love the alternative packaging for portability and ease of use.
This week we are broadcasting from under the beautiful Pro Terra et Natura sculpture at Phantom Creek Estates, speaking with General Manager and Winemaker Mark Beringer; in a special appearance, consulting winemaker Olivier Humbrecht talks with Anthony about organic and biodynamic growing, his winemaking techniques and which grapes he and Mark Beringer are betting on for the Okanagan; Chef Alessa Valdez shares her excitement around the new season and her new menu and Tess Patterson, Phantom's Wine Club Manager lists the special access members have to exclusive spaces within the winery and most importantly, their library of wines.
We're broadcasting from the shores of Osoyoos Lake again this week, at the Watermark Beach Hotel; General Manager David McBean shoots the breeze with Anthony on their patio and sets the scene for what guests can expect this summer; Levi Gogolinkski the Director of Marketing for Montelvino, highlights the unique attributes of their Uppercase Winery in Okanagan Falls and the newer High Note Estate Winery on the Naramata Bench; Meyer Family Vineyard winemaker Chris Carson shares two of their popular chardonnays as he and Anthony discuss how the variety is flourishing in BC; Michael Kullman, GM and winemaker for Osoyoos Larose, shares an older vintage from their estate on the westside of valley; and we hear from Greg Borduzak, an Agri-Commercial Banking Advisor for Valley First Credit Union and John Olson, a Senior Director for Farm Credit Canada, on the challenges facing the BC wine industry.
We're on location at the Watermark Beach Resort in sunny Osoyoos this week, so get ready for friendly banter from their lakeside patio. David McBean, GM for the Watermark updates us on the resort and their fine dining restaurant, 15 Park Bistro, as they get ready for the high season; Mark Hopley, winemaker for Hester Creek Estate Winery reveals a new wine and gives us an overview of what's happening on the estate from Terrafina restaurant to their luxury suites and upcoming events; Mike Dowell, Co-owner and winemaker for Liber Estates, drops in from his winery in Osoyoos to talk about his wine, including their popular canned wine and organic cider; Mireille Sauvé GM & Winemaker for Lakeboat Vineyard & Winery joins us from Kaleden, inviting everyone for a big Mother's Day celebration weekend, and we sample some of their wines; Cassandra Hood and Dakota Hood, co-owners of Over the Fence Winery in Osoyoos, and the winery manager and winemaker respectively, offer details of their grand reopening celebration on the May long weekend, and they share a couple of their wines, grown a stone's throw from the US border.
This week, if you are interested in starting a cellar or scaling up, Warren Porter, President of Irongate Auctions, which began as a wine storage company, has some great advice, wherever you're starting from; Chef Steve Rutherford and Mitchell Kerr, the Director of Restaurant & Bars for the Westin Bayshore Vancouver, list the upcoming events and offerings in the Coal Harbour hotel; Giacomo Sisti, Export Area Manager for Umani Rochi, gives us the highlights of the lesser-known wine region Marche on the east coast of Italy and Filippo Bartolotta, Italian wine writer and educator has a conversation with Anthony about the rise of Italian white wines.
Ermes Scardova, Export Manager and Renaissance Man for Medici Ermete talks about the remarkable Emilia-Romagna region and the popularity of Lambrusco; Dan Carkner, Executive Chef for The Modest Butcher Kitchen + Market joins Anthony to talk about BC turkey; Eduardo Montresor, Family Member, Montresor Winery and a great storyteller, doesn't shy away from the salacious details of his family's winery history, and David McBean, General Manager for Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos gives us a tour of his property from the different accommodations, their amenities and what you can enjoy locally.
As British Columbian weather can't decide if it's still winter, spring or this month, our show this week is decidedly sunny as we release some of the interviews recorded during the Vancouver International Wine Festival including Thomas Cuni for Italy's highly regarded Damilano and Tua Rita wineries; Robert Stelmachuk, Wine Director for Mott 32 Vancouver and Anthony discuss which wines match well with the restaurant's fine Chinese cuisine; Pierangelo Tommasi, Executive Director and Family member of Tommasi Family Estates talks about their expansion beyond Amarone; and Kimberly Hundertmark General Manager for the Okanagan Wine Festivals Society, joins us on the phone to share the many highlights of their upcoming Spring Festival.
We are on the road again this week, this time broadcasting from the Oak Bay Beach Hotel on Vancouver Island, and overlooking the Salish Sea. Learn more about the historic property, its fine dining and comfort food offerings, the stunning setting that can be enjoyed around the property including from its mineral pools on the ocean, plus we hear about, upcoming events, hospitality trends and Victoria gastronomy highlights to help you plan your next travel getaway to our capital city.
If you're looking to plan a wine and food trip to the Cowichan Valley this year, be sure to catch this show. We're broadcasting on location at Enrico Winery gathering the latest on tasting experiences, music events, festivals and the latest wine releases, and more as the wineries move from winter hours to full bore starting in May. Our guests include Lorin Inglis, Simon Spencer and Patrick Haywood from Enrico Winery; Chris Turyk and Felix Egerer from Unsworth Vineyards and Michael Abbott from Blue Grouse Estate Winery.
Happy Easter Everyone! We've got a great show to listen to whether you're preparing Easter meals or driving to your long weekend destinations. We begin with Mark Beringer, GM & Director of Winemaking for Phantom Creek Estates on the Black Sage Bench, just south of Oliver; Mirco Biliorsi, the Export Director for Altesino has lots to say about the Montalcino stand-out; Kerri Wyse-McNolty reflects on Burrowing Owl Estate Winery winning the Canadian wine industry’s Award of Distinction; and Jamaal Christian, Restaurant Manager for The Hooded Merganser in Penticton tells us what you can enjoy at the restaurant this spring and summer.
This week we feature Sandro Bottega, co-owner of Bottega in the Prosecco region of Italy, is the embodiment of "La Dolce Vita"; Mason Spink, winemaker for Dirty Laundry Vineyards in Summerland, updates us on their vineyards, upcoming events and two new releases; Jak Meyer, Owner of Meyer Family Vineyards in Okanagan Falls, has a different story than many producers in the Okanagan Valley, injecting some sunshine into the grey forecast; David McBean, the GM for Watermark Beach Hotel reminds us that there's lots to do in the South Okanagan in the spring.
Week three of our interviews recorded on the BC Food & Wine Stage at the Vancouver International Wine Festival, begins with Vito Parente for Tenuta Arceno located in Tuscany; we jump back to British Columbia to speak with Richard Kanazawa, the winemaker for Bench 1775, perched above Okanagan lake just north of Penticton; then we catch up with Grant Stanley, the winemaker for SpearHead Winery in East Kelowna; and Arnaud Thierry, the winemaker for Church & State Winery just south of Oliver in the Middle Bench rounds out the show.
Hear the energy from the floor of the International Tasting Room at the 2024 Vancouver International Wine Festival where 149 wineries from 12 countries were pouring their wines. In week two of shows, we're British Columbia-themed starting with Vigneron Richard Da Silva to talk about Da Silva Vineyards located above the central Okanagan town of Penticton and at the southern end of the Naramata Bench; then we head down to just above the US border on the western slopes, to talk with Michael Kullman, COO of Osoyoos Larose; Jean-Marc Enixon, winemaker joins us to talk about Culmina Family Estate, located on the Golden Mile Bench, just south of Oliver, and finally, on the eastern side of Osoyoos Lake, Justin Hall, Head Winemaker, talks to us about Nk'Mip Cellars.
We're at the 45th Annual Vancouver International Wine Festival, working the International Tasting Room with 149 wineries from around the globe. We have a stellar lineup of the best and the brightest in the wine world, joining us on the BC Food & Wine Radio Network stage throughout all six Trade and Consumer tasting sessions. Our first of three full shows kicks off with Marco Martini of Mondo del Vino with stories and wines from Sicily to Emilia Romagna; next up, we head to Brunello di Montalcino with winemaker Arber Shabani of Ridolfi in Montalcino before Christian Ridolfi, a winemaker for a Veneto legend Bolla Wines and Santi pours a special dry white wine from the Lugana region on Lake Garda. Finally, Rod Hallam, Villa Maria Wines Export Manager for Canada, joins us to talk New Zealand sauvignon blanc.
This week we're joined by Corrie Krehbiel the new Chief Winemaker for Frind Estate Winery in West Kelowna. She shares her first impressions and how excited she is to explore the vineyards located at the extreme ends of the Okanagan Valley and in between; Ann Sperling, a celebrated winemaker, originally working in British Columbia and now based in Ontario, addresses a topic on many minds with a surplus of grapes on one side of the country and a deficit on the other, by explaining what happens when grapes are shipped across the country and how it affects the wine; Kevin Rossion, GM & Viticulturist for the new Terralux Estate Winery in West Kelowna, fills us in on vineyards, the winery under construction, and more; Shane Taylor, Wine Director for Rogers Arena and Top Table Restaurants, gives us an insider's look at their massive fine wine program, including 45 storage locations all over the arena.
This week, Lee F. Man, "voracious eater", food writer and restaurant judge returns to the show to comment on talented new chefs who are bringing their training in fine French restaurants to Vancouver's Chinese cuisines; Warren Porter, President of Irongate Auctions explains how they have made liquidating cellars, often needed after an unexpected life event, much easier, and teases upcoming auctions; Dan Zepponi, CEO of Cuvaison, calls us from California to talk about pinot noir and chardonnay and their unique biosphere in Los Carneros; Mark Sheridan, President of Hester Creek, looks at recent extreme weather events in British Columbia, from the point of view as a glass half full, find out why.
We're feeling festive in our first February show with the Vancouver International Wine Festival arriving in a few weeks; Executive Director Harry Hertscheg and Anthony discuss tips on tasting like a pro and ticket availability; Gismondi on Wine taster and writer HJ Cha shares her favourite memories of Lunar New Year from a Korean perspective, listing much-loved dishes paired with BC wines; The Watson Restaurant’s Managing Partner, Mike Gayman tells us what’s on offer and how he’s filling a market gap in his own heighbourhood; Proprietor Da Silva Vineyards & Winery Proprietor and multi-generational farmer, Richard Da Silva offers analysis of recent extreme weather events and suggested solutions.
This week, our theme is “Global View of Gastronomy”. We begin with Aurelio Montes Sr, Partner of Montes Wines in Chile.; then we head to Sonoma California where Dan Wildermuth, VP of Global Marketing for Rodney Strong shares his insights into visiting the popular wine region; then back in British Columbia, we speak with Graham Nordin, GM of Iconic Wineries of BC who provides a look at the restaurant scene in Kelowna; and Mike Coghill, Founder of Yellow Dog Brewery, talks about beer and food in Penticton.
Forget Dry January, go big with your wine and your plans for 2024 this month, gaining inspiration from this week’s show theme “Big Reds for a Big New Year”. We begin with Marco Antonio, 4th Generation Owner of De Martino in Chile; Ross Wise MW and Director of Winemaking BC, Peller Estates and Black Hills Estate Winery on the Black Sage Bench; Evan Goldstein Master Sommelier talks about California Cabernet Sauvignon and Gillian Ballance Master Sommelier, tells the story of Stags’ Leap Winery.
We’re on the beach (we hope some of you are too) this week, so we’ve “upcycled” several of our favourite interviews that fit the theme of “Organics, Biodynamic and Carbon Neutral Winegrowing”. Featuring: Dan Wright, Winemaker for Unsworth Vineyards in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island; Severin Pinte, Winemaker, Viticulturist & Managing Partner for LaStella Estate Winery in Osoyoos who also serves as Chair of Sustainable Winegrowers BC; Taylor Whelan, Winemaker for CedarCreek Estate Winery on the South Kelowna Slopes and Matt Dumayne, Winemaker, Garnet Valley Ranch Winery in the new Summerland Valleys Sub-GI in Summerland.
We’re off catching some sun this week, but we’ve assembled a few of our favourite interviews from 2023 for you to enjoy. This week’s theme is in honour of Italy, the Theme Region at this year’s Vancouver International Wine Festival coming at the end of February. Featured are Francesco Ricasoli, Owner of Ricasoli in the Chianti Classico wine region; Arianna Carafoli, International Export Director for Bottega in Prosecco, Daniele Dellanoce, International Export Director, Giovanni Rosso, and Fabio Bosio, Export Area Manager for Fontanafredda, both in Barolo. Cin Cin!
Happy New Year! The theme for this week’s show is “British Columbia Wineries to Look out for in 2024” and includes Shane Munn, Winemaker for Martin’s Lane Winery on the South Kelowna Slopes; Leandro Nosal, Winemaker for Tinhorn Creek Vineyards on the Golden Mile Bench near Oliver, Pascal Madevon and Bree Toor, Winemakers for French Door Estate Winery on the Black Sage Bench, also near Oliver, and Bradley Makepeace, Winemaker for Hugging Tree Winery in the Similkameen Valley near Keremeos.
This week, we suggest you sit back with a glass of a glass of your favourite wine for a “Master Show of Master Classes” led by a few of the many inspirational wine people we’ve spoken to this year including Grant Stanley, GM/Winemaker for Spearhead Winery on the East Kelowna Slopes; Laurent Drouhin, Export Manager, US & Canada, Maison Drouhin, in Burgundy, Aurelio Montes Jr. Winemaker for Montes Alpha in Chile and François Lurton, Owner, Domaines François Lurton, whose vineyards span France, Spain, Chile and Argentina.
Merry Christmas British Columbia! We’re excited to share our “Home for the Holidays” show featuring personal stories of wine experts from here and around the globe beginning with Christine Coletta, Co-Owner of Haywire Winery & Garnet Valley Ranch in Summerland whose family was very efficient when it came to Christmas; next is Phil McGahan,CEO/Chief Winemaker for King Valley Wines in Victoria, Australia, who tells us what a hot and sunny Christmas is like; then we jump to San Francisco to speak with Evan Goldstein, Master Sommelier and Wine Journalist, who will make your mouth water with the dishes he’s preparing for the Holidays, and then David Schofield, former buyer for BC Liquor Stores and partner DJ Kearney, Global Wine Educator and Director of Wine at the Terminal City Club, bring a special wine to share with Anthony in-studio as they reveal their favourite childhood gifts. Our team wishes you all a safe and Happy Holidays.
This week's show is to help you with planning for the Holidays and beyond. Our first guest is Chef Ned Bell who, as a big proponent of Ocean Wise and now also an Ambassador for Buy BC, we ask him for tips on making your season sustainable and local; first time guest Tara Lee, Food & Travel Writer, offers up some excellent restaurants for celebrating milestones and she and Anthony talk about the factors that make the difference for them; Dan Wildermuth, VP of Global Marketing for Rodney Strong Estate Wines, offers insider tips on making the most of a trip to Sonoma County and Anthony provides his list of wines to enjoy at home for Christmas and New Year's Eve.
This week, we hear from Harry Hertscheg, Executive Director of the Vancouver International Wine Festival about tickets and events for the 45th festival, which is returning to its usual spot on the calendar in 2024; Paco Honrubia, CEO of Familia Martinez Zabala for Bodegas Faustino phones us from Spain to talk about their wines in British Columbia; Anthony offers up classic gifts to enhance the wine drinking experience for any imbiber on your list; and just in time for buying bubbly for the season, Arianna Carafoli International Export Director, Bottega, explains how and why prosecco differs from other sparking wines.
This week is a mix of favourites from earlier this year and newinterviews starting with Sébastien Hotte, Vigneron for Lightning Rock Winery in Summerland; Steve Rutherford, Executive Chef and Mitchell Kerr, Director of Restaurant & Bars join Anthony in studio to share the many food, wine, and seasonal options available at the Westin Bayshore on the edge of Stanley Park; then from Hunter Valley in Australia we hear from Bruce Tyrrell, Chairman of the Board, Tyrrell's Winery, and we catch up with Robert Stelmachuk, Wine Director for Mott 32 Vancouver who recommends a list of wines and cocktails to brighten your Holiday Season.
This week we catch up with Michael Clark, Managing Partner and Winemaker for Clos du Soliel to talk about late harvest and large format wines as well as their Holiday packages; Anthony shares what has become more and more challenging - a list of good, inexpensive Holiday wines; we release our special interview, recorded earlier this year, with Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein and his quick masterclass on California Cabernet Sauvignon; then we revisit a favourite interview from this summer, with Spencer Kelly, winemaker for Checkmate Artisanal Winery.
This week’s show is a collection of some of our favourite interviews recorded this year featuring winegrowers from around the globe: Frédéric Chaudière, Proprietor/ Winemaker Château Pesquié in the Ventoux region of France; Taylor Whelan, winemaker CedarCreek Estate Winery on the South Kelowna Slopes, Okanagan; Nathalie Bonhomme, Winemaker and Owner of Les Vins Bonhomme in Spain, while also making wine in France & Quebec; and Dr. Laura Catena, Managing Director of Catena Zapata, Mendoza, Argentina.
This week we begin with the Valley First Wealth Management Winemaker Profile featuring Sal D'Angelo, Owner of D'Angelo Estate Winery, who continues to test the boundaries of the Naramata Bench's growing capabilities with a new variety; Ed Tatton, the baker behind Whistler's popular organic sourdough bakery, Bred by Ed, talks to Anthony about his step-by-step hardcover cookbook for making the perfect loaf and 100 other recipes; Graham Nordin, GM of Icon Wineries tells us what's new and interesting in the Kelowna restaurant and café scene, plus what to look forward to over the holidays at local winery restaurants, including his own Homeblock at CedarCreek and the Terrace at Mission Hill; and finally we replay an interview from the summer with Head winemaker Barclay Robinson of Road 13 Vineyards on the Golden Mile Bench.
This week Brendan Bankowski, Food & Beverage Manager for the Oak Bay Beach Resort on Vancouver Island, shares his favourite places to eat in Victoria; David Lawrason, wine journalist and judge tells us which wineries he's enjoyed visiting lately; Anthony discusses the Piedmont winery and Barolo producer, Casa E. Mirafiori with Andrea Vescovi from Ethica Wines, and we replay our interview with the talented Julian Grounds, Chief Winemaker for New Zealand's famed Craggy Range Winery.
This week, winemakers give us their harvest reports on the Okanagan Valley, North and South, the Similkameen Valley and Vancouver Island; featuring Mike Dowell, Owner of Liber Estates, Dan Wright, winemaker for Unsworth Vineyards and Grant Stanley winemaker for Spearhead Winery, who is also the Valley First Wealth Management Winegrower Spotlight guest; then we jump hemispheres to Chile, where a new vintage is just beginning, with winemaking luminary Aurelio Montes Sr.
This week we talk to Steven Lane, Cultural Attaché for Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery, who speaks on their Original Vines collection made from grapes sourced from some of the oldest vineyard blocks in the province; François Lurton, Owner of Domaines François Lurton grew up in his family's vineyards in Bordeaux, but he made his own way, first in Chile, forging a new region and beyond; Kimberly Hundertmark, GM of the Okanagan Wine Festival shares what's happening in the valley this fall and winter and how to get there and where to stay; and we revisit an interview with Miranda Halladay, Co-owner of Elephant Island Orchard Wines on the Naramata Bench.
This week we welcome Thierry Busset, Master Chocolatier and Owner of Thierry Chocolates, and learn about their new cafe in Ambleside, West Vancouver, his popular specialties and he teases a fourth location coming in the future; our latest Valley First Wealth Management Spotlight is on Curtis Krouzel, Proprietor of 50th Parallel Estate Winery in Lake Country, whose positivity is infectious as he shares the ways in which they are meeting crop challenges while revealing an exciting new development at the winery to enhance your next tasting or event there; Dr. Tony Holler, proprietor of Poplar Grove Estate Winery in Penticton, has a new wine to announce, plus, he tells us why he's committed to producing syrah, despite great losses valley wide; Fabio Bosio, Export Area Manager for Fontanafredda, stops in to talk about Barolo and the underrated Gavi di Gavi, made from the Cortese grape. It's a full show, you won't want to miss it!
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! Be sure to tune in whether you're on the road to see family or cooking up a feast in the kitchen. Our guests include Brent Muller, GM for Vessel Liquor, who joins Anthony to recommend wine, cocktail and beer pairings for meat and meatless tables; Francesco Ricasoli calls in from Italy to tell us about his family's centuries old winery located in Chianti Classico; for those who've been concerned about their alcohol consumption since the World Health Organization reported there is "No Safe Level" for alcohol, you will want to hear from Mark Hicken, Executive Director of the Canadian Alliance for Responsible Consumption who says otherwise; lastly we revisit a buoyant interview from the summer featuring Annelise Simonsen and Kaleigh Jorgensen of Penticton's Creek & Gully Cider.
This week we are joined by Chef Ned Bell to talk turkey, with his tips on buying, preparing and using the leftovers that may just rival the big meal itself; Select Wines CEO Chris Hoffmeister shares his insights into the wine business; Marco Antonio De Martino, 4th Generation of De Martino calls us from South America to tell us about their wines made from selected parcels throughout Chile; and we replay an interview with Alexis Esseltine, Co-Owner of Penticton's Tin Whistle Brewing, one of the oldest craft breweries in BC.
This week we welcome back Warren Porter, President of Iron Gate Auctions who talks about their big upcoming auction which includes some first-half 19th century gems; Leandro Nosal, winemaker for Tinhorn Creek Vineyards takes a moment from harvest to tell us about their sparkling program and the two varieties they feel are big winners for them; Lee Man, food writer and judge shares his expertise on Chinese take out, with Anthony providing wine pairings, and a list of top value restaurants to visit around Metro Vancouver; then we revisit an interview with Joshua Kim, the Wine Shop & Wine Club Manager for Bench 1775, who highlights their exciting Asian food offerings on the Naramata Bench.
This week, with shorter days and cooler nights upon us Anthony offers up a list of value reds, with tips on finding good value on your own in BC stores; Severine Pinte, Winemaker and Managing Partner of Le Vieux Pin and La Stella, joins us to talk about Sustainable Winegrowing BC, of which she is also Chair; David McBean, General Manager of the Watermark Beach Resort, reports on tourism in the South Okanagan after a challenging August, and what their resort features for the fall; Geoffrey Moss MW and owner of Lithica Wine Marketing, gives us an update on the state of the Okanagan Wine region, where the effects of last year's deep freeze in December are still unfolding.
As the 2023 British Columbia wine harvest begins, we hear what's happening on the front lines from Michael Clark, winemaker at Clos du Soleil in the Similkameen Valley and Ross Wise MW, Director of Wine for Peller Estates in BC and winemaker for Black Hills Estate near Oliver; both men also taste and talk about their wines on air with Anthony, with Ross speaking first of his white wines in one segment and red wines in a second segment; then we hear from Leah Adint the winemaker for Oregon's Erath Wines in an interview recorded earlier at the Vancouver International Wine Festival in May.
This week's show features wine luminary Dr. Laura Catena, Managing Director of Bodega Catena Zapata, not long after receiving the notable "World's Best Vineyard to Visit" award; David Lawrason, VP of Wine at WineAlign shares insights into the National Wine Awards and its Canadian Winery of the Year and Ontarian Platinum wine award winners, and teases this fall's Canada's Great Kitchen Party competition and events; Geoffrey Moss, Master of Wine and judge at the National Wine Awards, continues, speaking on the Small Winery of the Year winner and British Columbian Platinum wine award winners; lastly, we hear from Francois Matteo, Managing Director of Phantom Creek Estate Winery, offering a perspective informed by an international career so far that includes Krug and Sēna.
Our hearts go out to everyone affected by the devastating fires of this past week. One silver lining has been the immediate offers of assistance from other British Columbians. There are several ways to help but if you have the means to provide financial support, the BC Wildfire Recovery Fund addresses the immediate needs of those affected, please check them out: https://uwbc.ca/campaign/wildfires/ Another way you can help is to keep your plans in place or consider heading up to the Okanagan and other areas that were once under a travel ban. Our show this week can help with those heading to the Penticton area. Paige Schulz from Visit Penticton lists the exciting events coming up in the region and we hear from Laughing Stock Vineyards, Abandoned Rail Brewing Co., Creek & Gully Cider and Upper Bench Winery & Creamery, all located on the Naramata Bench, on what they offer to visitors and the stories behind their unique products.
This week we're both near and far, very far, speaking with Julian Grounds, the Chief Winemaker for Craggy Range, in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand and Bruce Tyrrell, 4th Generation and Managing Director of Tyrrell's joining us from the Hunter Valley near Sydney, Australia. Locally, the Valley First Wealth Management Winegrower Profile this week is Stefanie Schales, co-owner of 8th Generation Vineyards in Summerland; and rounding out the show we talk to Mike Dowell, Farmer-Vintner-Owner and Mike Anderson, winemaker of Liber Farm & Winery in the Similkameen Valley and Osoyoos.
This week, we're broadcasting from the Goldilocks of British Columbia wine regions, the Naramata Bench. Colin Ross and BJ Tumanut, representing the Naramata Bench Association give us an overview of the region, just above Penticton, its members and upcoming special events. We also hear from members Matt Mikulic, Co-Owner and Winemaker for Three Sisters Winery, Lyndsay O'Rourke, Winemaker & Owner of Tightrope Winery and Garron Elmes, Winemaker & President of Lake Breeze Vineyards.
As we head into the BC Day Long Weekend, we are back in Penticton this week with Paige Schulz, Marketing Manager for Visit Penticton to learn more about all the things to do and places to discover in and around the central Okanagan town. We speak with Elaine Vickers, winemaker for Red Rooster Winery on the Naramata Bench; then we hear from Nelson Annable, Head of Sales & Marketing at his family's cidery Millionaires' Row Cider Co. in Summerland; Mike Coghill, Founder of Yellow Dog Brewery in Port Coquitlam talks about their new location in downtown Penticton and Miranda Halladay, Co-Owner of Elephant Island Orchard Winery on the Naramata Bench rounds out the show.
This week Anthony visits Langley, where he speaks with GM's Mike Raffan, Township 7, Norma Walters, Backyard Vineyards and Brian Ensor, Chaberton Estates about the relaunching of the Campbell Valley Wine Route featuring south Langley wineries. We also hear about the wines you can find in the Campbell Valley, from winemakers Township 7's Mary McDermott and Backyard Vineyard's Liam Berti, who highlight their respective sparkling wine programs. Erinn Krebda, Executive Director for Tourism Langley lists the popular festivals, sports events and markets you can enjoy in the region from now through the fall.
This week we go global, speaking with guests from Oregon, Southern France, Uruguay and Spain recorded during the Vancouver International Wine Festival held in May. We're joined by Leah Adint, Winemaker for Erath Winery, Frédéric Chaudière, Proprietor/Winemaker of Château Pesquié, Mele Sosa, Brand Ambassador for Bodega Garzón and Jose Luis Navarro, Export Manager for La Rioja Alta.
This week's Grape Escape is in Summerland featuring some of the wineries on the Bottleneck Drive with guests Christine Coletta, Co-Owner of Haywire Winery and Garnet Valley Ranch, Craig Pingle, GM for Haywire, Sébastien Hotte, Vigneron for Lightning Rock Winery, Alison Moyes GM/Winemaker and Matt Sator, President/Viticulturist for Solvero Wines and Matt Dumayne, winemaker for Garnet Valley Ranch Winery. Tune in to learn more about planning a Bottleneck Drive tour which also includes cider, craft beer, spirits and more!
Join us for our latest Grape Escape, hosted by Travel Penticton and featuring guests from Blasted Church Estate Winery on the Skaha Bench, Lakeboat Vineyard & Winery in Kaleden; The Bench Market in Penticton and Wild Goose Winery in Okanagan Falls. Hear from the owners, winemakers and ambassadors behind these businesses, possibly inspiring your vacation plans once you hear what they have to offer to visitors.
We're excited to be broadcasting from the brand new RedBarn Winery on the Black Sage Bench outside of Oliver. It's the latest addition to Anthony von Mandl's Iconic Wineries of British Columbia. IWBC's General Manager Graham Nordin starts off the show, and then RedBarn's Head Winemaker Kaylee Barss joins us to tell us about the wines, and the features of the winery designed by Tom Kundig. We also welcome and hear about the latest news from Corrie Krehbiel, Chief Winemaker for Mission Hill Family Estate Winery, Shane Munn GM and Winemaker for Martin's Lane Winery, Amy Paynter, Winemaker and Josh Mueller, the Chef de Cuisine at Liquidity Wines.
We're on location under the 72-foot tower of Hillside Winery, unmissable to anyone driving along the Naramata Bench. President Duncan McCowan, and winemaker Kathy Malone bring us up-to-date on the winery, the vineyards and their new releases. Marketing manager Lauren Selfridge and Wineshop manager Lesley Buxton talk about the tasting room and the wine club offerings, then Chef Evan Robertson is joined by Kathy Malone to share pairings from The Bistro's menu, while highlighting the hyper-local sourcing that is the hallmark of the winery and its wines.
This week, we're broadcasting from Meyer Family Vineyards in Okanagan Falls. Paige Schulz from Visit Penticton starts off the show highlighting activities and events in the region while JAK Meyer, Meyer Family Vineyards, Alexis Esseltine, Tin Whistle Brewing, Joshua Kim, Bench 1775 and Zach Wheeler for JoieFarm Winery tell us about the visitor experiences they each offer to help you plan your next vacation to the region.
We're in the beautiful Similkameen Valley this week at Orofino Vineyards; our hosts are John and Virginia Weber, co-owners of winery; close neighbours Michael Clark, Winemaker for Clos du Soleil Estate Winery, Charlie Baessler, Co-Owner & Winemaker for Corcelettes Estate Winery and Bradley Makepeace, Winemaker for Hugging Tree Winery join them to discuss their wines, the unique terroir and micro-climates of the valley, as well as the growing gastronomical options for visitors, and breathtaking accommodations.
We continue our Grape Escape at Hester Creek Estate Winery this week, visiting with winegrowers in the South Okanagan. We begin with Hester Creek's winemaker Mark Hopely and Director of Operations Roger Gillespie; we then jump back to last month's Vancouver International Wine Festival where we catch up with Michael Kullman, CEO and Winemaker for Osoyoos Larose; back at Hester Creek, Severin Pinte, Managing Partner and Winemaker for La Stella talks about sustainability; and we finish the show with Pascal Madevon and Bree Toor, winemakers for French Door Estate Winery.
Happy May Long Weekend! Join us in the South Okanagan for our Grape Escape at Hester Creek Estate Winery. We catch up with the winery's President Mark Sheridan and winemaker Mark Hopley; Michael Bartier, owner and chief winemaker for Bartier Bros Vineyards & Winery gives us details on piquette, a new offering for them; Mike Dowell, owner of Liber Farm & Winery introduces his new winemaker; and Geoffrey Moss MW, Lithica Wine Marketing & Gismondi on Wine contributor highlights the array of wine and food experiences in the region.
This week is our third show from the bustling Tasting Room Floor of the Vancouver International Wine Festival that took place under the Sails at Canada Place last month. Warren Porter for Iron Gate Auctions kicks us off with further insights into online wine buying and then we continue our exploration of the festival's featured region, South America, with Veronica Sardin for Argentina's Trapiche and Francisco Faundez-Pumarino for Chile's Viña San Pedro, both wineries rich with history that extends back to the mid-1800s; we're also excited to catch up with British Columbians, Richard Da Silva, owner/winemaker for the Naramata Bench's Da Silva Vineyards and Charlie Baessler, owner/winemaker for the Similkameen's Corcelettes Estate Winery.
South America was the focus of last month's Vancouver International Wine Festival, and this week's show takes a closer look at Argentinian and Chilean wines with some stellar guests. Recorded live inside the Tasting Room at the fest, we begin with superstar Dr. Laura Catena, fourth generation of Argentina's Catena Zapata; then we discover Chile through the eyes of Jaime Merino, for Viña Santa Ema, Matias Jahn, representing Viña Errázuriz and finally Aurelio Montes Jr, Chief Winemaker and second generation for Montes, who also speaks on Chile's primary variety, Carménère.
We're broadcasting from the BC Food and Wine stage inside the Tasting Room at the 44th annual Vancouver International Wine Festival, and we're excited to speak with winemakers, owners and experts from near and far. This is the first of three special shows and features Taylor Whelan winemaker for CedarCreek Estate Winery in East Kelowna; Mele Sosa, Brand Ambassador for Uruguay's Bodega Garzón and Ryan Rech, chief winemaker for Beringer Vineyards and Master Somm Gillian Ballance for Stags' Leap Winery tell us about their respective iconic Napa Valley wineries.
Spring is in the air as evidenced by the new spring wines, new spring menus and talk of sitting on patios. Our guests this week include Jesse Harnden, GM for Mt Boucherie Estate Winery and Chef Dan Carkner, The Modest Butcher Kitchen & Market at the winery in West Kelowna; Leandro Nosal, winemaker for Tinhorn Creek Vineyards in Oliver and Chef Nick Atkins, 15 Park Bistro at the Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos. Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein joins us to talk about his recent trip to the Rhône Valley and offers a list wines not to miss at next week's Vancouver International Wine Festival.
It's time for another Grape Escape!! Today join Anthony Gismondi in Vitcoria at the Oak Bay Beach Hotel as he talk with Anneke Feuermann Marketing & Public Relations Manager, Food & Beverage Manager, Brendan Bankowski, Director of Food & Beverage, Christian Sealey, Kenzie Knight from Tourism Cowichan, and Ross Borland Managing Partner with Vessel Liquor.
Happy Easter! We've got lots of wine suggestions for your special holiday meals this weekend. We're broadcasting on the road from Save-on-Foods in seaside Sidney where we meet up with wine director Steve Moriarty who joins with Operations Manager Ray Pighin to talk about their favourite wines of theirs, and to tell us what's popular with customers these days. Whether it's ham, turkey or salmon, even fast food, Amanda Carnegie, Save-on Foods' Specialist in Wine Development, has a wine to pair with it. We also get a chance to catch up with Micheline Ouimet, an alumni of many of Vancouver's top restaurants, such as Bishops, Il Giardino and The William Tell, and now - who now enjoys helping customers discover new wines as the team leader in the wine store.
This week we're on our first Grape Escape of the year at Unsworth Vineyards in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. Our featured guests include Unsworth's winemaker Dan Wright and agroecologist Felix Egerer, Blue Grouse Estate Winery winemaker Bailey Williamson, Enrico Winery General Manager Lorin Inglis and Save-on-Foods Director of Wines Steve Moriarty. Combined, they provide an update into a region that is dialing into its soils, climate and varieties, while charming us with its laid-back lifestyle and wowing us with its abundant local and artisanal food offerings.
This week we're looking ahead to having fun and eating well beginning with Ryan de Witte, the winemaker for Rust Wine Co., which offers complimentary tastings and a beautiful view at the southern-most end of the Golden Mile Bench; Chef Derek Gray of Row Fourteen at Klippers Organics has tips and recipes for eating turkey year round for health and value per pound; just a month away from the start of the Vancouver International Wine Festival, director Harry Hertscheg joins us to give us an update on which events are still available and the vine stars you can meet; Golfing blogger Dan Mann tells us how to plan a golfing and wine tour getaway in Kamloops.
We're putting the wine in BC Food & Wine this week beginning with Arnaud Thierry the winemaker for Church & State Wines in Oliver who grew up in Bordeaux and Champagne and is the subject of the Valley First Wealth Management Winemaker Spotlight. Next, Warren Porter, President of Irongate Auctions, gives us the highlights of some of their spring wine auctions and how you can register to bid; David Paterson, winemaker for Tantalus Vineyards in Kelowna comments on riesling in British Columbia and what's happening at his winery; Michael Clark, winemaker for Clos du Soleil Estate Winery in the Similkameen tells us about his new releases and several upcoming wine and food events.
This week we begin with a spotlight on winemaker Nadine Kinvig, who got the bug for wine working in wine retail while going to school and now helms Terravista Vineyards on the Naramata Bench; Deborah Moore breaks down the current real estate market in the Okanagan for wine lovers and foodies keen for a lifestyle change; Jacq Kemp, winemaker and viticulturist for Therapy Vineyards talks about new releases, winterkill and staying at their stellar inn; David McBean, GM for Watermark Beach Resort in Osoyoos invites you lakeside to their heated outdoor patio and BBQ kitchen, now completed along with their newly renovated 15 Park Bistro.
Laurent Drouhin, family member and North American Export Manager for Maison Drouhin joins us for a special two-part interview to talk about Burgundy and a new release of wines; then we cross the Pacific to speak with the winemaker who is synonymous with New Zealand sauvignon blanc, and who sold his name as a result; he tells us about Jabber, the name he goes by now, and the name he's given to a sauvignon blanc he's making in Chile; Annamarie Klippenstein, co-owner, Klippers Organics gives us the highlights of their very busy Similkameen, cidery, cafe, marketplace and Row Fourteen restaurant; including wine dinners and fundraising initiatives that will warm your heart.
This week globe-trotting Quebecer Nathalie Bonhomme, winemaker for Les Vins Bonhomme, joins us from Europe to talk about her approach to winemaking in Spain; Robert Simpson, General Manager of Liberty Wine Merchants, offers insights into wine retailing and current consumer buying habits; Geoffrey Moss MW, contributor to Gismondi on Wine, spotlights the Naramata Bench, and you'll be inspired to visit southern Vancouver Island with our guests Lori Strandlund, co-owner of Moon Water Lodge on the Malahat Hwy in the Cowichan and Lisa Nordstrom, General Manager for the Sidney Pier Hotel and Spa.
This week we welcome Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher, wine journalists and founders of "Open That Bottle Night" which is February 25 this year. All of our guests and Anthony will share which bottles they will be opening and reveal the stories behind them; Christine Coletta, co-owner of Haywire Wines, joins us to talk about the next stage in their company, with a new tasting lounge at their Summerland winery, and we hear about their visitor experiences; David Lawrason, wine writer, tells us about the Great Canadian Kitchen Party which wrapped last month and what he anticipates for the National Wine Awards Canada 2023; he and Anthony then compares notes on their favourite British Columbian wines right now.
Joining us this week is Ingo Grady, owner of Hermit Wine Company in the South Okanagan who talks about his Sunday Wine School series of classes, and offers insights on how the extreme low temperatures this winter have affected vines in the region; with Valentine's Day coming up, we turn to Brian Kerzner, owner of Rocky Mountain Chocolate for ideas and learn about his company, which started in Whistler in 1988; Robert Stelmachuk, sommelier and wine director for Mott 32 gives us a list of romance-inspired wines and John Morris, two-time Canadian Olympic gold medalist in curling, shares his experience hanging out in Kamloops, from craft beer to bannock to indoor and outdoor fun.
This week we learn about foraging, Van Wine Fest 2023 wineries, wines and how to get your tickets; catch up on BC's restaurant industry and Dine Around BC ending Feb 9, and we hear about the latest Chinese Restaurant Award winners. Featuring Jeremy Budd, Co-Owner West Coast Wild Foods, Harry Hertscheg, Executive Director of Van Wine Fest, Ian Tostenson, President & CEO of BCRFA and Lee Man, Food Writer and Founding Judge of the Chinese Restaurant Awards.
This week, we've selected past interviews that give us a closer look at sustainability in food and winegrowing. We begin with chef Ned Bell, a longtime proponent of sustainable seafood, who is putting his stamp on the Naramata Inn, just north of Penticton; Kurt Simcic, viticulturist for Sebastian Farms explains some of his methods behind growing wine organically in a northern climate; winemaker Taylor Whelan for CedarCreek Vineyards, talks about his wines grown and made organically; Ed Tonner, viticulturist for Quails' Gate describes what it takes to earn sustainable winegrowing certification in BC, a process that took a year, and why they made the change from conventional growing.
It's another trip around the world this week as we revisit past guests starting in Puglia with Sebastiano de Corato for Rivera Winery, then over to Portugal with Alvaro Plato for Tío Pepe and Apostales, we return to Italy and Tuscany with Sergio Zingarelli, owner of Rocca delle Macie and then we jump over to South America with Harry Hertscheg, Executive Director for the Vancouver International Wine Festival, where the wine regions of that continent will be featured in this year's fest, coming in April.
This week we hear from the always engaging Mark de Vere MW, from Robert Mondavi Winery; Antonio Ramero Casado, Master Carver and Owner of Arc Iberico Imports talks about sharing fine Spanish food with B.C.; Michel Couttolenc joins us to tell us about Chile's Errázuriz-Seña and Mark Kuspira, Founder/Owner of soft crush, a Canadian distributor of non-alcoholic and low alcoholic wine, shares some of their most popular wines with Anthony.
For our last show of the year, we revisit some of our most compelling interviews beginning with vigneron Thomas Bachelder where the conversation covers his desire to capture the essence of his place in Niagara to the broader Canadian winegrowing community; when then travel to northern Italy to speak with third generation Lisa Anselmi about her family's winery in the Veneto region; and lastly we speak with Miguel Torres whose family winery, Torres Wines had, at the time, just been awarded "The Most Admired Wine Brand in the World". Between anecdotes behind wines he sells in BC, he outlines the winery's commitment to reaching carbon neutrality by 2040 and establishing the International Wineries for Climate Action with the Jackson Family Wines in California with the goal to encourage the wine industry to join them.
This week is our Home for the Holidays special episode, featuring winegrowers Jennifer Molgat, José Zuccardi, Paul Brunner and Cristina Plenge and Pénélope Roche sharing their favourite memories, traditions and, of course, wine pairings, from British Columbia to Argentina, Peru and France. Happy and Safe Holidays to Everyone from the BC Food & Wine Radio Team!
We're back on location at Save-on-Foods' flagship store in Coquitlam with Steve Moriarty, SOF wine director, who is joined by Nicole who tells us about the store's artisan bakery and giant dessert island; Paul Cavezza, the friendly butcher we met in a previous show, tells us what's popular for the holidays, then SOF wine specialist Amanda Carnegie does a rapid-fire round of holiday recommendations for red, white, sparkling wines and cider; Sales Manager Ryan Widdup tells us about Indigenous Winery in West Kelowna and Doug Bell, Owner of Northern Lights Fruit Winery, catches us up on BC's northernmost winery in Prince George.
Don't miss this episode if you're planning on buying wine for the Holidays.This week's show features top value wine suggestions from Anthony and experts Treve Ring, DJ Kearney, Robert Stelmachuk and Geoffrey Moss, MW. They cover sparkling wines, from BC and beyond; Champagnes; white wine, roses and red wines including seasonal favourites port and sherry.
This week we're replaying some of our favourite interviews from 2022, starting with Robin Shay, speaking for Poggio al Tesoro, providing insights into the beautiful, coastal wine region of Bolgheri; Thomas Tombach, owner of LocalMotion an organic grower and delivery service, and Toni Boot who grows lavendar nearby, operate on Okanagan Crush Pad's Garnet Valley Ranch estate in Summerland, through their stories we come to understand how biodiversity plays a role in sustainable growing; we return to Italy to visit with Dominga Cotarella who explains why she co-founded Intrecci a Hospitality Academy centered around wine; then get the backstory of Charlie and Jesce Baessler, who own and wear most of the hats at their Corcelettes Estate Winery, while they raise their young family in the Similkameen Valley.
This week Cameron Walker, GM for Lunessence Winery, invites us to visit him and other members of Bottleneck Drive in Summerland for Light up the Vines returning this Holiday season, and when you can buy tickets for the Grand Sommelier Express, running next summer; Randy Ullom, Head Winemaker for Kendall-Jackson, tells us about his approach to winemaking, which has lead to his receiving Wine Enthusiast's American Wine Legend Award for 2022; we then head to the Languedoc-Roussillon region of France to speak with Jean-Claude Mas, Founder and Director for Les Domaines Paul Mas; Anthony rounds out the show with food and wine gift ideas that will impress.
This week Anthony talks to Marc André Hugel, Technical Director and 13th Generation of Famille Hugel, a winery synonymous with the Alsace wine region; Geoffrey Moss MW, takes a look at wine clubs, what's out there, what to look for and gives us some recommendations; Mike Dowell, Winemaker and Owner of Liber Farm & Winery in the Similkameen Valley, tells us about his harvest and their new roadside tasting room in Osoyoos; Sebastiano de Corato, CEO, Proprietor of Rivera, speaks to us from Puglia about their wines and the Castel del Monte DOC.
This week, we talk with Sandra Oldfield, owner of Elysian Projects and consultant to the wine and tourism industries, about what job seekers are looking for today, and what to ask as a job seeker; we also hear from her about Fortify, the conference for artisanal fermenters and distillers held in Penticton; Jacq Kemp, winemaker for Therapy Vineyards reveals what significant award one of her wines received and what it might mean for BC's sparkling wine industry; Kaylee Barrs, Assistant Winemaker for Checkmate Winery tells us about their high-scoring chardonnays and merlots; Taylor Whelan, winemaker for CedarCreek Estate Winery, named Canada's best in 2022, joins Neil Taylor, chef for Home Block at CedarCreek to talk about Neil's locally-sourced dishes and best pairings at the popular restaurant.
This week Colin Ross from the Naramata Bench Association, tells us about touring, events, and getting the most out of your visit to the 25 km strip; Sal D'Angelo, owner of D'Angelo Winery is in the Valley First Credit Union spotlight, sharing his winemaking journey that began in Ontario and then brought him to BC; we catch up with Mt Boucherie winemaker Jeff Hundertmark to talk about his harvest and developing a new rosé; and Luc Trottier, wine director for Bearfoot Bistro provides the ins & outs of the iconic restaurant, the Whistler food scene and the return of the Bearfoot's World Oyster Invitational & Bloody Caesar Battle.
This week, we travel to the Champagne region in France to speak with Alice Paillard, CEO & Proprietor of Bruno Paillard, who tells us how the Champagne house, founded by her father, has achieved success alongside long established houses; Camen D'Onofrio, President of Stile Brands wine distributor joins us to talk about Sicilian wines; Michael Alexander, Winemaker for Summerhill Pyramid Winery in East Kelowna, updates us on harvest, upcoming events and talks about a spooky selection of wine to celebrate Halloween; David McBean, General Manager at Watermark Beach Resort, entices us with details on why we should visit them in Osoyoos through the late fall and winter.
This week includes Ned Bell, partner, manager and the executive chef of the Naramata Inn and restaurant; Kaylan Madeira, Owner and Cidermaker for Twisted Hills Craft Cider in Cawston is our Valley First Credit Union Profile; Warren Porter, President and CEO of Irongate Auctions has two wine auctions coming up, and shares the details on a recent record-breaking auction; Clos du Soleil winemaker Michael Clark joins us from the middle of harvest in the Similkameen Valley.
This week, Anthony is in Garnet Valley, north of Summerland, to check out Okanagan Crush Pad's new visitor centre overlooking a wild and beautiful Garnet Valley Ranch. We speak with OCP Founder Christine Coletta about the exciting new plans for the unique 320-acre farm, including new plantings and a winemaking cellar. Journeyman wine executive Darryl Brooker, who worked with Coletta this past year, also offers his perspective. Thomas Tumbach, owner of Localmotive Organic Farm and Toni Boot, Owner of the Oasis Lavender Farm, talk about their respective businesses operating at the ranch, each adding to the rich biodiversity that is at the foundation of OCP's vision for the ranch.
This week we're checking out the shiny new Save-on-Foods in Coquitlam, which boasts a new premium grocery experience with made-to-order options and the retailer's latest BC VQA wine and cider store. Director of Wine Steve Moriarty is joined by Store Manager Ralph Peragine, Wine Development Specialist Amanda Carnegie, and Paul Cavezza from the meat department, to highlight all of what they offer. We also hear from Liam Berti, winemaker for Backyard Vineyards in Langley, about the specialized products they've made with SOF; he also updates us on harvest in the Fraser Valley; and we hear from Maurice Hamilton, founder and owner of Pacific Breeze Winery, the first urban winery in British Columbia, located a skytrain ride away in New Westminster.
This week, we're in studio, but still out and about virtually, beginning in Spain to speak with winegrowing luminary Telmo Rodriguez, who lead a rediscovery of the country's native grapes, combining them with forgotten vineyards while persistently uncovering new growing regions; Chris Hoffmeister, President of Select Wines, the coast-to-coast distributor of fine wines, reflects on their 40th anniversary and the business side of wine distribution; Neeley Brimer, Manager of The Hooded Merganser at Penticton Lakeside Resort, highlights attractions and events for those considering a Fall visit; Chef Nick Atkins extolls the virtues of Osoyoos and his 15 Park Bistro at Watermark Beach Resort.
Anthony is in Lake Country this week, about 30 minutes north of Kelowna, speaking with the team behind O'Rourke Family Estate and sister winery Peak Cellars. We begin with Tanja Martell, Director of Communications, who fills us in on the two wineries, and some of the exciting changes taking place. Stephanie Stanley, winemaker for Peak Cellars, talks about riesling, pinot gris and gewurztraminer; Chef Jay Bennett, gives us an indication of the giant scope of food services that will be operating out of the new winery on Carr's Landing, and his approach to food, enjoyed at a very busy Peak Cellars' Garden Bistro. Dennis O'Rourke, owner and builder of both wineries, shares his vision and updates us on the massive undertaking of O'Rourke Estate Winery. Nikki Callaway, winemaker for O'Rourke Family Estate wines, brings her latest vintage of chardonnay and Anthony is impressed.
This week Anthony is on location at Quails' Gate Estate Winery in West Kelowna! Anthony speaks with third generation Rowan Stewart, working as Assistant Winemaker, Ed Tonner their Senior Viticulturist, Kailee Frasch, the Associate Winemaker and Roger Sleiman, Culinary Director and Adam Mukasa, Executive Chef, for Old Vines The Restaurant at Quails’ Gate.
Join Anthony Gismondi at Mission Hill Family Estate Winery with guests Graham Nordin, General Manager of Iconic Wineries of British Columbia, Corrie Krehbiel, Chief Winemaker at Mission Hill Family Estate Winery, Barclay Robinson, Head Winemaker of Road 13 Winery, Amy Paynter, Winemaker at Liquidity Wines, and Taylor Whelan, Winemaker at Cedar Creek Estate.
Today Anthony is joined by guests, Ian Dyck, Co-Owner of Cannery Brewing, Liam Peyton, Co-Founder of Slackwater Brewing, Robin Shay, Export Manager at Poggio al Tesoro, Debbie Woodward, Owner of Privato Vineyard & Winery. and DJ Kearney, Global Wine Expert, WSET Instructor, & Director of Wine at the Terminal City Club.
Join us from under the volcano, on the roof of Mt Boucherie Estate Winery in West Kelowna. Craig McCulloch, VP of Mt Boucherie provides an overview of the destination winery. Jesse Harnden, Mt. B's GM, as always, slips in a few zingers as he talks about their wines and the meat-driven but vegetarian-friendly fare at their Modest Butcher restaurant. Grant Stanley, winemaker for this year's National Wine Awards Canada Small Winery of the Year, Spearhead Winery in East Kelowna, talks about his win, his winemaking and a unique collaborative project with their wine club members. Steve Moriarty, Wine Director for Save-on-Foods, announces the opening of their new Coquitlam store, the 22nd to offer wine, and comments on the rise in popularity of cider and fruit wine. Elaine Vickers winemaker for Red Rooster on the Naramata Bench has a petit verdot that Anthony finds delicious and she explains what's behind her "pinot three".
We're in Langley this week at Chaberton Estate Winery where we discover how Metro Vancouverites can escape the city in under an hour. Reserve your car share time, plan your electric bike route or just old-fashioned drive to one of the many upcoming outdoor events outlined by the dynamic duo Erinn Kredba, Executive Director for Tourism Langley and Daniella Potesta, Marketing Manager. Find out why you can get a taste of Southern France at the Valley Commons Bistro on Main street in Fort Langley, or at the Bacchus Bistro, overlooking the vineyards at Chaberton Estate Winery. Liam Berti, the winemaker for Backyard Vineyards, shares a selection of wines from their five-acre estate nearby; and finally, Tim LaHay, known by many as the Craft Tourist, gives us an overview of the craft breweries in Langley, and tells us about realizing a dream with his own Barley Merchant Taproom & Kitchen, which serves 50 curated craft brews from all over the province.
This week's show features Kimberly Wish, who tells us about her sparkling offerings made from her Blue Bee Orchard at La Petitle Abeille, the cidery she co-founded on the Naramata Bench. Then leap over to Italy to talk to Dominga Cotarella, CEO of Familigia Cotarella who introduces a school she co-founded dedicated to fine hospitality with a keen focus on wine. In the latest Valley First Credit Union's Winemaker Profile, Charlie and Jesce Baessler, Co-Proprietors of Corcelettes Estate Winery in the Similkameen Valley are featured. We return to the Naramata and Therapy Vineyards and Inn to speak with winemaker Jacq Kemp who shares with us products that could be seen as a natural progression as the BC wine industry matures; making a spirit from the second and third pressing of grapes and an early-picked gewurztraminer for a different flavour profile normally seen with that varietal wine.
Our Grape Escape this week is in Summerland, exploring the Bottleneck Drive with guests Cameron Walker, GM for Lunessence Wines; Mason Spink winemaker for Dirty Laundry; Mike Petkau Orchardist and Cidermaker for Nomad Cider; Ted Vollo Owner and Cidermaker at Heritage Cider; Gillian Stoehler owner of Summergate Winery and Len Filek, GM for Sleeping Giant Winery and Summerland Sweets.
We have a big BC Day long weekend show: Renowned Riesling winemaker Johannes Leitz talks to us from Germany about his non-alcoholic Eins-Zwei-Zero line of wines, distributed in Canada by Mark Kuspira and Soft Crush Imports. Next, we visit Garron Elmes, President and Winemaker for Lake Breeze Vineyards, a winery that has been a longtime favourite destination of visitors to the Naramata Bench; Geoffrey Moss MW and judge for the National Wine Awards of Canada which took place in June, joins Anthony in discussing the results and what trends they're seeing; The second Valley First Credit Union Profile is 5th generation Naramatian, Annelise Simonsen the Director of Operations for the family-owned Creek & Gully Cidery where they produce naturally-fermented ciders.
We have a big BC Day long weekend show: Renowned Riesling winemaker Johannes Leitz talks to us from Germany about his non-alcoholic Eins-Zwei-Zero line of wines, distributed in Canada by Mark Kuspira and Soft Crush Imports. Next, we visit Garron Elmes, President and Winemaker for Lake Breeze Vineyards, a winery that has been a longtime favourite destination of visitors to the Naramata Bench; Geoffrey Moss MW and judge for the National Wine Awards of Canada which took place in June, joins Anthony in discussing the results and what trends they're seeing; The second Valley First Credit Union Profile is 5th generation Naramatian, Annelise Simonsen the Director of Operations for the family-owned Creek & Gully Cidery where they produce naturally-fermented ciders.
This week's Grape Escape is in downtown Penticton at Time Winery & Kitchen. GM Christa-Lee McWatters and winemaker Lynzee Schatz are featured, and Save-on-Foods Wine Director Steve Moriarty stops by to tell us about the offerings in their Penticton store. Cynthia Enns, co-owner of 1 Mill Road Winery, chats about taking over the Naramata General Store with partners and creating its own wine club. Master of Wine Geoffrey Moss, offers a list of wines for your summer sipping.
We're on another Grape Escape, this time on the southern edge of the Naramata Bench at Da Silva Vineyards. Owners Richard Da Silva and Twylla Da Silva have a few secrets to reveal. Anthony mines Richard's deep farming experience in a discussion on the latest vintage and gets closer look at the winery's latest white and red releases, including ones that are field blends and what that means. Richard and chef Abul Adame describe their unique food experiences in the Portugese/Mexican fusion The Kitchen at Da Silva.
Join Anthony live at Hillside winery with guests Duncan McCowan (Owner, Hillside Winery), Kathy Malone (Winemaker, Hillside Winery), Joel Gook (Hillside Winery Wine Shop Manager), Lauren Selfridge (Marketing Manager), and Executive Chef Evan Robertson Hillside Bistro.
We're on location just above Penticton at Poplar Grove Winery. Tourism Penticton's Paige Shulz highlights the many ways in which visitors can enjoy the area by foot, cycling or on the water. Poplar Grove's Tony Holler, owner, and Michael Ziff, Beverage Manager, update us on their restaurant with the stunning view; Anette Engel, co-founder of Maple Leaf Spirits on the Naramata Bench tells us about her products and how she and her husband work with local wineries; Ayse and Michael Barluk, owner-operators of Elma Restaurant detail what lead them to create their fresh and modern Turkish-inspired eatery on Okanagan Lake, and Christa-Lee McWatters, GM for Time Family of Wines that includes the Time Winery & Kitchen, located in downtown in Penticton, offers tips to visitors as a born-and-raised local.
We're on location at the District Wine Village outside Oliver. Off the top of the show, Kelsey Archibald from Destination Osoyoos and Ian Lobb from Visit Oliver tell us about the many in which to enjoy the South Okanagan between wine tasting sessions; Matt Kenyon and Mike Daley update us on the latest developments at District Wine Village and their events for the summer; rounding out the show are Steven French, owner and Scott Robinson, winemaker for the Naramata-based Little Engine Wines; Paul Sawler VP Sales and Mason Spink, winemaker from the Summerland winery Dirty Laundry Winery; and Josie Tyabji, owner of Gneiss Wines, a new producer with a tasting room in the Wine Village.
Broadcasting from the stunning Phantom Creek Estates Winery, on the Black Sage Bench near Oliver, we interview Mark Beringer, Director of winemaking and the team at the winery to learn about their vineyards, including a new one on the Skaha Bench and their wine focus; we hear about the return of their locally-sourced menu as their restaurant re-opens and how you can enjoy Friday night concerts in their amphitheater, an outdoor arts and craft market, and a special red-themed Soiree.
Join Anthony live at the Township 7 vineyards with guests Winemaker Mary McDermott of Township 7, Erinn Krebda Executive Director & Daniella Potesta Destination Marketing Manager of Tourism Langley, Rachel Bolongaro, Owner of the Fraser Valley Cidery, and Cody Karman the Township 7 Langley Manager.
Broadcasting from the floor of #VanWineFest 2022, we catch up with Okanagan Crush Pad co-founder Christine Coletta to learn about several exciting new developments, one which places Summerland on the global wine map; shooting wine star Evan Saunders talks about the Blasted Church wines as GM Tanya Martin shares plans for their expanded hospitality programme; Bradley Cooper, winemaker and GM for premium brand One Faith talks about a new tasting outlet in the South Okanagan and we taste their Grand Vin and Sparkling Rose; Osoyoos LaRose Winemaker and COO Michael Kullmann returns and brings with him older vintages to discuss "drinking windows" as well as the benefits of joining their wine club.
Broadcasting from Corcelettes Estate Winery overlooking the stunning Similkameen Vallety, our hosts Charlie and Jesce Baessler start us off, followed by their neighbours, Michael Clark, winemaker for Clos du Soleil who tells us about wild ferments, John Weber, owner and winemaker for Orofino Vineyards, who is selling a delicious rosé in a bag, and Kevin and Anna-Marie Klippenstein, owners of Klippers Organic Farms, who tempt us with fresh bake goods, coffee, and organic and artisanal wares in their marketplace and cafe.
Broadcasting from the South Okanagan, Burrowing Owl winemaker Kent MacDonald starts us off, sharing which wines of his age best and what it's like working with the well-established vines, some now 40 years old, of our host winery; French Door winemaker Pascal Madevon and his new associate winemaker and viticulturist Bree Toor, talk to us about what steps they are taking to combat climate change affects; New owners, Jan Nelson and Andrew Windsor of Maverick Winery in Oliver are charging ahead with new high altitude vineyards and more; Michael Kullmann, the COO Wineamaker for Osoyoos Larose is hitting his stride after four years in BC and reveals plans to change the style of their signature wine; Master of Wine Geoffrey Moss lays out what makes the Black Sage Bench above Oliver, unique and special.
This week we return to the Black Sage Bench and Burrowing Owl Estate Winery. Culinary Director Lee Humphries kicks off this episode, gives us a look at their seasonal menu and offerings in their Sonora Room restaurant; Burrowing Owl owner Midge Wyse and Brand Ambassador Stephen Neumann tell us about the experiences they offer in their wine shop and at the newly-acquired Wild Goose Winery in Okanagan Falls and its well-known Smoke & Oak Bistro; Michael Bartier, General Manager and Riley Hollenback, winemaker, for Bartier Bros, have several wines to share and invite us to play bocce while tasting at their winery; Rainmaker may be a new winery but its wines draw from proven vines which winemaker Caroline Schaller tells us about, sharing several wines; and Mike Dowell Owner/Winemaker for Liber Farms is all in on making premium organic wines and is excited about accessing more people at their new tasting room and patio in Osoyoos.
We're on the road for our Oliver/Osoyoos Grape Escape, broadcasting from Burrowing Owl Estate Winery. It's a family affair with Chris Wyse and winery founder Jim Wyse, who are excited to share the stories behind their now almost 30-year-old winery, including their recent acquisition of Wild Goose Winery;the reopening their Sonoran restaurant, hospitality offerings. Hester Creek winemaker Mark Hopely comes armed with two wines and information about their popular cooking classes; Road 13 winemaker Barclay Robinson is working with Young Agrarians and explains why this organization is vital to all of us; Liquidity winemaker Amy Paynter talks about her first vintage with the winery and introduces some new wines.
This week we get an insider's look at wine bottle manufacturing with Jyll Vidal, a Sales Director at one of the world's largest luxury glass bottle makers and decorators; Chef Melissa Craig catches us up on her menu and the events at Bearfoot Bistro, plus the Whistler food scene; Sommelier Brad Royale invites us to become ambassadors for BC wine.
This week, part two of our Grape Escape at Blue Grouse Estate Winery on Vancouver Island features lots of wine releases; owner Paul Brunner and winemaker Bailey Williamson describe the many ways in which they employ sustainability practices; viticulturist Michael Abbott jumps in to talk about organics, and new developments at the winery with Williamson. Unsworth Vineyard's winemaker Dan Wright is excited about their new vineyard and talks about the future of their wine program; Enrico Winery GM Lorin Inglis reveals how the wildly popular Cowichan Valley Wine Festival is expanding and developing this summer.
We're back on the road! Broadcasting from Blue Grouse Estate Winery on Vancouver Island, Anthony sits down with owner Paul Brunner and winemaker Bailey Williamson who offer insights on the past. present and future of their winery and the Cowichan Valley; Unsworth Vineyard's dedicated chef Maartyn Hoogeveen reveals his new menu, a new pizza oven and the beautiful garden that supplies both; GM Lorin Inglis's Enrico Winery attracts many people, and he lets us in on his secret; he also shares some of his favourite things to do in the Cowichan to help you plan your own weekend escape there.
This week Christa-Lee McWatters wears her BC Wine Growers Board Chair hat and offers an array of choices for wine touring from Peachland to Penticton; Van Wine Fest Executive Director Harry Hertscheg returns to update us on confirmed wine personalities, events and ticket releases; the Valley First Credit Union Spotlight is shone on the illustrious and ground-breaking career of BC Wine pioneer, Christine Coletta and Mt Boucherie winemaker has a modest proposal to try his new line up of wines.
If you're looking for new wines or are making plans to visit BC Wine Country, we can certainly help with this week's show. Starting in Osoyoos, Mike Dowell tells us about his new tasting room there, and has new wines releases for his Similkameen-based Liber Farm & Winery; speaking of the Similkameen Valley, Clos du Soleil winemaker Michael Clark comments on its growing hospitality options and we learn why he uses concrete to ferment some of his wines; in Penticton, Neeley Brimer has lots to say about the restaurant she manages, the Hooded Merganser that offers a front row seat to Okanagan Lake; heading to East Kelowna, Summerhill Winery's chef Jeremy Luypen and winemaker Michael Alexander share their plans for new food and wine experiences at the winery, incorporating the abundant organic and biodynamic farms on the estate, and Alexander has new wine releases.
This week features the internationally-lauded and incredibly friendly vigneron Thomas Bachelder, dialing in from Niagara; we get the inside story on the tools for making wine from Perry Maxfield, GM for Kelowna's Cellar Tek, a long-time supplier for many wineries across Canada; Deborah Moore, real estate Broker /Owner for Summerland, Penticton and Osoyoos has tips on the Okanagan market, and Lisa Baxter Burke, a well-known face in the Okanagan, joins Blasted Church on the Skaha Bench, to create hospitality experiences to match their ascending wine program.
This week, we hear from Shawna Thompson, Director of the Okanagan Falls/ Skaha Lake Wineries Association. She has many reasons to head to "the heart" of the Okanagan valley for wine and food; Craig McCulloch, CEO of Mt Boucherie Estate Winery in West Kelowna, says his team is looking forward to really showing off their new winery, restaurant and stylish suites this year; Lisa Anselmi, third generation family member of Anselmi Winery, offers insights on the Soave region, the Garganega grape and offers some delicious wine and food pairings; Nick Atkins, Executive Chef for the Watermark Beach Hotel in Osoyoos, gives us an update on their successful take out program, when we can move out to their patio and how they can keep some food supply local, even in the winter.
This week Carmen D'Onofrio Jr, Managing Partner for Stile Brands wine distributors chats with Anthony about Italian white wines and why they are just so good right now; Harry Hertscheg, Executive Director of the 40+ year-old Vancouver International Wine Festival has details on Tasting Room tickets for their new dates in May; Inkeri Maharg joins us to explain Fika, a Swedish concept that may change the way you have coffee; Kevin Klippenstein, co-owner of Klippers Organic Acres, reflects on everything they've built on their Similkameen farm since they began 20 years ago, including their suites, a restaurant, market and cidery.
Irongate Auction CEO Warren Porter updates us on his booming online wine auction platform with highlights of their current auction; Miguel Torres, GM of Familia Torres, the winery that is much-admired as a brand but also for its leading-edge initiatives adapting to climate change, get to know more in a special double-segment; Lori Strandlund, owner of Moon Water Lodge, located high above the breathtaking Saanich Penninsula, 30 minutes outside of Victoria, offers ideas for a weekend getaway of ecotourism, wine tasting and more.
Hermit Wines owner Ingo Grady updates us on vine health after temperatures dipped below -25C in the Okanagan this winter; Master of Wine Geoffrey Moss offers a list of winning wines for Valentine's Day; Chef Ned Bell has details on the Ocean Wise Seafood Festival, and tips on making the perfect chowder; Save-on-Foods Wine Director Steve Moriarty reveals wine buying trends, some of which may surprise you.
This week BC Restaurant President Ian Tostenson talks about Dine Around BC on until Feb 10; Okanagan Crush Pad's Christine Coletta reasons why people are warming up to organic growing, plus offers suggestions for Valentine's Day; Ross Borland GM for Vessel Liquor in Victoria always has a few wine gems to offer and vine whisperer Phil McGahan updates us on Checkmate Winery.
This week get a sneak peak on the dates for the 2022 National Wine Awards Canada with David Lawrason. We head to California to meet Kerry Clasby the Intuitive Forager, and keep your boots on for a walk around the vineyards with Cedar Creek Viticulturist Kurt Simcic.
This week, we head to Sonoma County California for a chat with Greg Morthole Winemaker Davis Bynam/Rodney Strong and Chris O'Gorman of Rodney Strong. Lee Man on Chinese New Year, and Leandro Nosal Winemaker Tinhorn Creek
It’s our “Home for the Holidays” broadcast with Dr. Laura Catena (Catena Winery), Jak Meyer (Meyer Family Vineyards), Terry Meyer Stone (Mayhem Wines), Bailey Williamson (Blue Grouse Vineyards) and Richard and Twyla Da Silva (Da Silva Vineyards).
This week, Anthony and Kasey have holiday food and wine tips along with John Clerides (Marquis Wines), Winemaker Dan Wright (Unsworth Winery), and Ian Tostenson, (BC Restaurant & Foodservice Association).
Today, it’s our 60 gifts in 60 minutes annual broadcast with a food, wine, spirits and book guide for the holidays.
We’re getting you all set up for the holidays with Okanagan winemakers, Mark Hopley (Hester Creek), Michael Bartier (Bartier Bros.), Ingo Grady (Hermit Wines) and Dr. Tony Holler (Poplar Grove).
Today, we’re joined by Master of Wine Geoffrey Moss, Angela Lyons, Quails’ Gate VP and GM Graham Nordin from Iconic Wineries of BC to discuss the modern wine club.
Chris Hoffmeister, CEO Select Wines talks about current issues in the supply chain, Gourmet Warehouse CEO Caren McSherry joins us with her top 10 Christmas gifts, Kendall Jackson winemaster Randy Ullom evaluates the California wine harvest and Gismondi raves about the food and wine list at Café Brio in Victoria.
We spend today with winemakers Emily Faulconer, (Viña Carmen, Chile), Jeff Martin (La Frenz), Mary McDermott (Township 7) and David Hawksworth (Hawksworth & Nightingale Restaurants, Vancouver).
Today, we talk to Curtis & Sheri-Lee Krouzel, owners of 50th Parallel Estate, winemaker Jacq Kemp (Therapy Vineyards), Ernesto Gomez, Director (Alimentaria Mexicana Restaurant, Granville Island) and operations director Mike Daley (District Wine Village).
This week, we speak with Toronto wine judge David Lawrason, winemakers Barclay Robinson (Road 13), Craig Pringle (Guest Services Manager) and Chef Patrick Gayler from Mission Hill Winery and Carlos Alentejano, VP Sales/Marketing from Green Square Vert.
Today, we’re on air with winemakers Ernst Loosen (Dr. Loosen Winery), Leandro Nosal (Tinhorn Creek), Jeff Hundertmark (Mt Boucherie) and Richard Penney, Food & Beverage Director from the Watermark Beach Resort in Osooyos.
We’re spending this episode with Oliver BC winemakers Marcus Ansems (Daydreamer Wines) and Ross Wise (Black Hills), then head to Hillside Winery on the Naramanta Bench to interview Kathy Malone and we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Raudz restaurant in Kelowna.
It’s all about wine this week with Mike Clark (Clos du Soleil), Michael Alexander (Summerhill Pyramid Winery), Elaine Vickers (Red Rooster) and Dan Wright from Unsworth on Vancouver Island.
We head to Therapy Vineyards to interview winemaker Jacq Kemp and then we’re off to Sparkling Hill to talk with restaurant manager, Tyler Patrick; Gold Hill’s winemaker Val and GM Daniel Bibby join us from Spirit Ridge.
We welcome our new producer, Darren Regan and we’re joined by Dwight Sick (Moraine Vineyards), Martin Kaiser (Doña Paula), Warren Porter, President (Irongate Auctions) and Tourism Cowichan.
This week we're on the road again and live on location from Hester Creek Estate Winery!
This week we're back on the road and live on location from Hester Creek during our Oliver-Osoyoos Grape Escape!
This week, Warren Porter, president of Iron Gate Auctions joins us from Toronto with bidding tips you’ll want to hear; one of “Canada’s 100 most powerful women” Sandra Oldfield gets us caught up on new wineries and the Lake Country appellation process in the Okanagan Valley; Sebastien Le Goff, VP and head sommelier at Cactus Club talks about wine and food takeout and we celebrate David Hawksworth’s 10th Anniversary at his namesake restaurant.
This week, John Bishop joins us to talk about takeout at his Kitsilano shrine to organic food; we head to the Okanagan to speak with Gene Covert about regenerative farming; Carmelo’s Peter Oates talks about his local restaurant and how he welcomes competition in West Vancouver and Tony gives you his wine picks for the main courses you grill all summer.
This week, we look back at a trip to California and talk with four exceptional winemakers and producers: Cathy Corison joins us from Corison Winery to discuss sustainability and accipiter perches; we celebrate 10 years of farming organically with Bettina Sichel, a partner at Laurel Glen; then we head up the mountain to speak with Spottswoode’s President & Ceo Beth Novak Milliken about climate change and what international winemaker she would invite for dinner and winemaker Alison Rodriguez tells us how Fish Friendly Farming has been core to The Hess Collection since 1978.
This week, Daniel Castaño calls in from Spain and gives us a history lesson on Spain’s Monastrell grape; we head to the South Okanagan to talk to Ingo Grady about Hermit wines and bocci; Tightrope’s Lyndsay and Graham O’Rourke join us from the first certified sustainable winery in British Columbia and we get cooking tips from Executive Chef Dan Vichitthavong from the Penticiton Lakeside Resort.
This week, Joan Cuisine joins us from Penedes, Spain with organic sparkling cava; Organic Ocean Chef Rob Clark gives us the perfect recipe for spot prawns and we taste a delicious Black Stallion Cabernet Sauvignon with Napa Valley winemaker Ralf Holdenstein.
This week, we visit winemaker Kathy Malone at Hillside Winery to discuss muscat and their new chef; Allison Spurrell of Les Amis du Fromage recommends Mother’s Day cheeses; we head to the Okanagan Crush Pad to talk to Chriss Coletta about their three rosés and two Great Pyrenees dogs and Tony and I discuss the positive pandemic pivot at restaurants.
This week, we head to California to talk with four exceptional winemakers and producers: Cathy Corison joins us from Corison Winery to discuss sustainability and accipiter perches; we celebrate 10 years of farming organically with Bettina Sichel, a partner at Laurel Glen; then we head up the mountain to speak with Spottswoode’s President & Ceo Beth Novak Milliken about climate change and what international winemaker she would invite for dinner and winemaker Alison Rodriguez tells us how Fish Friendly Farming has been core to The Hess Collection since 1978.
This week, we discuss crowd-pleasing wines with Save-On-Foods wine director Steve Moriarty; we head south to Rodney Strong for some cabernet therapy and an update on sustainability in Sonoma County; winemaker Elaine Vickers tells us about her journey from cancer research to winemaking at Red Rooster; and Oliver’s Ingo Grady of Hermit Wines recommends his favourite takeout throughout the Okanagan Valley.
This week, we head to the Cowichan Valley to speak with Unsworth Vineyard’s Dan Wright about what surprised him most about becoming a winemaker; Mike Nierychlo talks about his regenerative family winery and the future of wine tourism; we make a stop at the Moon Water Lodge to find out how to be the perfect guest and Exec Chef Nick Atkins joins us from the Okanagan’s Watermark Beach Resort in Oliver to discuss their new restaurant and his signature dish.
This week, Ross Wise relates his journey from sheep farmer in New Zealand to winemaker at Black Hills; we ask viticulturist Andrew Moon what the toughest task is in the vineyards at Tinhorn Creek; Michael Clark of Clos du Soleil talks about what a winemaker thinks about when fighting climate change in the Similkameen Valley and General Manager Lorin Inglis tells us what surprises visitors to Enrico Winery in the Cowichan Valley.
This week, we’re in Italy to speak with Medici’s Ermes Scardova about wine and food from Bologna; Ian Tostenson, President/CEO of the BC Restaurant Association updates us on street eateries; we head to California to discuss the 2020 harvest and chardonnay with winemaster Randy Ullom from the iconic Kendall-Jackson winery and Jacqueline Boyd joins us with winemaker Jacq Kemp from Therapy Vineyards on the Naramata Bench to talk about innkeeping and summer releases.
This week, we drink from the Okanagan’s oldest vines at Hester Creek; talk to Peak Cellar’s winemaker Stephanie Stanley about cellar experiences; plan micro weddings at the Watermark Beach Resort and look at Okanagan real estate with Shaun Everest who traded in a wine glass for a sold sign.
During this special broadcast, we talk with MW Evan Goldstein about ten South American nations that produce wine; we visit Viñas Montes in Chile where music is played in the barrel room; then we head to Argentina to interview Dr. Laura Catena and taste high mountain Malbec and we’re joined by Edy del Popolo to discuss his commitment to Susana Balbo Wines and empanadas.
Steve Moriarty joins us from Save-On-Foods to reveal their top-selling white wine at a bargain price; we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Raudz Retaurant in Kelowna; Chef Bernard Casavant gives us his secrets to cooking with wine and Harry Hertscheg announces the Vancouver Wine Festival Online Auction.
This week we speak with Kelowna winemaker David Patterson from Tantalus about climate change and we talk to Mike Clark from Clos du Soleil about organic vineyards; Eric Von Krosigk joins us from Frind Winery to tell us about cool technology and dining in domes; then we head to the Victoria to talk with Ross Borland about the vibe at the successful Vessel Liquor Store.
During this special edition, we focus on winemakers in the Okanagan. First, we talk with Winemaker Jason Parkes from The Hatch in West Kelowna. Then we chat with Ann Sperling of Sperling Vineyards in East Kelowna. Next up, we virtually hit up the Similkameen Valley and talk with Orofino Winery owner and winemaker John Weber. Finally, we focus on the Naramata Bench and chat with Heidi Noble, Owner and Winemaker at Joie Farm.
This week we dine out with Lucas Pavan, Manager-Membership for Dine-Out Vancouver 2021. Then we head to Garage Wine Co in southern Chile to catch up with Canadian winemaker Derek Mossman to discuss the ancient grape, Pais. Next up, we explore an Okanagan wine called The Hermit with owner Ingo Grady before looking at who's open for dine-in or takeout among BC's growing list of wine country restaurants.
This week it’s wine suggestions for Valentine’s Day and the Super Bowl; we talk with Mink Chocolate’s Marc Lieberman about the city’s popular Hot Chocolate Festival; speak with Naramata winemaker Heidi Noble from Joie Winery about rosés and curries and Tony and I look at the challenge of matching wines to food.
This week Chef of the Year, Andrea Carlson discusses Burdock restaurant, Bar Gobo and the growth of Harvest Community Foods; author Luke Whittall joins us from the Okanagan to talk about his latest book, Valleys of Wine; Paul Grunberg, proprietor of Pepino’s, Savio Volpe and Caffe La Tana gives us the lowdown on take-out Italian and we discover a bargain chianti from the CEO of Select Wines.
This week we get a lesson on Champagne etiquette from gismondionwine.com expert Treve Ring; Carmen D’Onofrio joins us from Stile wines to tell us the difference between Champagne and prosecco; we head to the Okanagan Valley to speak with Lisa Baxter-Burke about takeout provisions from the Front Street Bistro and taste organic bubbly with the CEO of Summerhill Wines.
This week, Tony and Kasey take you home for the holidays with Christmas stories and traditions from around the world!
Today it’s wine bargains at Save-On-Foods, dinner-to-go at Penticton’s top restaurant; a visit to the Passion Pit at Orofino Winery and holiday red and whites at Mission Hill.
This week, Tony and Kasey reveal the 60 top food and wine holiday gifts ideas for 2020!
Caren McSherry joins us from Gourmet Warehouse with her Christmas hits; we head to Kitsch wines to talk about charitable gifts packs; Tony and I talk about wine gifts you’ve never heard of and wine writer David Lawrason chooses BC’s best wines.
This week, Tony and Kasey celebrate holiday entertaining in your bubble with food and wine ideas for this year’s smaller feast.
This week, JS Dupuis, beverage manager of Homer Street Cafe joins us with cocktails for our holiday bubble; Ann Sperling, winemaker and crush junkie talks about Sperling Vineyards collaboration with Guy LaFleur and their “60” sparkling wine; we speak to Ross Wise MW about how Okanagan will look like in 2050 and Tony chooses 4 wines you’ll want to buy with your neighbours.
This week, we get a Covid protocol update at restaurants, hotels, and wineries: we speak with Globe and Mail restaurant critic Alex Gill; Bartier Bros winemaker Michael Bartier; Ingrid Jarrett, the President and CEO of the BC Hotel Association and Ian Tostenson, President and CEO of the BC Restaurant Association.
This week, we get a harvest and restaurant update from Mt Boucherie VP Craig McCulloch; Culmina brand manager Jody Leveque recommends wine gifts for the holidays; we tell you about a new Italian in town and we head to the Watermark Beach Resort for fall and winter deals.
Today, we talk to Hatch winemaker Jason Parkes about wine, whisky and his music career; we ask CEO Tony Holler what makes Poplar Grove’s Legacy flagship wine so popular; head to Therapy Vineyards to taste superior chardonnay with Jacq Kemp and ask veteran winemaker Kathy Malone why women are suited to winemaking.
This week, Steve Moriarty joins us to talk about Covid shopping tips and a killer red wine at Save-on Foods; we head to the Okanagan to speak with Road 13 winemaker Barclay Robinson about making big reds and to Alison Moyes from Liquidity about why it’s important to certify organic vineyards; and we listen to Exec Chef Murray McDonald of Spirit Ridge Resort sing the praises of Indigenous cooking.
This week, we’re on location at Therapy Vineyards with host Mike Boyd, La Stella winemaker Severine Pinte, Richard Da Silva proprietor and vigneron of Da Silva Winery and Christa-Lee McWatters, GM of Five Vines.
This week, we’re on location at Therapy Vineyards with owner Mike Boyd, winemaker Jacq Kemp, Poplar Grove’s CEO Tony Holler and F & B manager Michael Ziff. Steve Moriarty from Save-On-Foods joins us to talk about Thanksgiving wines and winemaker Severine Pinte pours Le Vieux Pin.
This week, Craig McCulloch VP of Mt Boucherie winery hosts the BC Food + Wine show to showcase Rust & Co’s GM Jesse Harnden, viticulturist Brett Thiessen and co-founder and proprietor of Kitsch, Ria Kitsch.
This week, we’re on location at Mt Boucherie’s stunning new winery in Kelowna to talk to VP Craig McCulloch, GM Jesse Harnden, winemaker Jeff Huntertmark, and Chef Dan Carkner. We also interview Save-On-Foods wine director Steve Moriarty, Grant Stanley, winemaker of Spearhead, CEO Tony Stewart and Chef Roger Sleiman from Quails’ Gate Winery.
Today, it’s the Grape Escape in the Okanagan Valley and we discuss the 2020 harvest with six savvy winemakers and a chef from Mission Hill, CedarCreek, Martin’s Lane, CheckMate, Road 13 and Liquidity.
This week, Kathy Malone from Hillside Winery joins us with a harvest update; authors John Schreiner and Luke Whittall take us on an Okanagan Wine Tour; Stuart Hart gives us the lowdown on the Watermark Beach Resort and we bake with Coronation grapes.
This week, we head to Save-On-Foods for ciders, wine-in-can and rosés; take a tour and meet the vineyard dogs at Okanagan Crush Pad; speak with the author of the well-researched BC Wine Lover’s Cookbook and tell you where to find a Bonnie Henry tea towel.
This week, we visit Summerhill Winery to discuss biodynamics; talk with winemaker Ross Wise about Black Hills sparkling wine project; head to Tinhorn Creek to talk about the 2020 harvest and check out Yaletown’s Tutto restaurant.
This week, Brett Thiessen joins us from Mt. Boucherie to discuss the Okanagan Similkameen Land Stewardship Project; we get pizza tips from Chef Jeff at Tinhorn Creek’s Miradoro; discuss a new concept at Vancouver’s per se Social Corner with Leagh Barkley and choose the best wine pairings for watermelon.
This week, we talk with Steve Moriarty about rosé month at Save-on-Foods, speak to Jacq Kemp about sparkling wine at Therapy Vineyards, visit Hillside for a guest experience with the wine club manager, congratulate Dr. Tony Holler, President of Poplar Grove about his recent awards in London and book the Sunshot Guest House at Corcellettes in the Similkameen Valley.
This week, we’re back at the Osoyoos Watermark Resort with Stuart Hart: we’re joined by winemaker Val Tait and business manager Navi Gill from Gold Hill, then we’re off to visit Phantom Creek’s CEO Santiago Cilley to discuss winery highlights; we catch up with Michael Bartier to taste his 2019 career vintage followed by a flight of French Door wines by Pascal Madevon, consulting winemaker.
Today, it’s the Grape Escape at the Osoyoos Watermark Resort with Stuart Hart: we discuss Hester Creek food and wine with chef Adair Scott and winemaker Mark Hopley; speak with Steve Moriarty about premium wines at Save-On-Foods; join Road 13 winemaker Barclay Robinson to talk about sparkling Chenin Blanc and we taste Le Grand Vin with Caroline Schaller from Osoyoos Larose.
This week, we’re back at Unsworth Vineyards for the Grape Escape in Cowichan to speak with the Turyk family and winemaker Dan Wright; we discuss tourism and the 2020 Cowichan Wine Festival with Jill Nessel and head to the Emandare Vineyard & Guesthouse to taste wines with Mike Nierychlo; speak with Steve Moriarty about Save-On-Foods ace winery teams on Vancouver Island and take a private wine country tour with Kyara Kahakauwila, owner of L.A. Limousines.
Today, it’s the Grape Escape in Cowichan at Unsworth Vineyards: we divulge the Unsworth winery sale with owner Tim Turyk and discuss new wine releases with Chris Turyk and winemaker Dan Wright; we’re joined by Enrico GM Lorin Inglis and vineyard manager Simon Spencer to talk about new plantings; then we’re off to the spectacular Blue Grouse tasting room with owner Paul Brunner and winemaker Bailey Williamson followed by the Rocky Creek Vineyards father/daughter winemaker team of Mark and Robin Holford.
This week, we’re on location at Save-On Foods North Vancouver with wine director Steve Moriarty and corporate chef Ryan McDonald to sip Okanagan wines from the View Winery and Dirty Laundry Vineyards.
This week, we check out Save-On-Foods' new offerings of wines and ciders, speak to the GM at Spirit Ridge Resort about their $5.2 million renovation, announce the collaboration fo Bartier Bros and France's Boutinot Wines and head to the Watermark Beach Resort to sit on the shore and contemplate dinner in a gourmet kitchen.
This week, we check out the menu and wines at Burrowing Owl, speak to Stephen Cipes of Summerhill about humanity and Cipes Brut, head to the Therapy Vineyards to talk about frontline wines and their luxurious Inn and we’ll taste Poplar Grove’s bright Lakeview rosé made with 100% Malbec.
Today, Chef Roger Ma of Boulevard Kitchen joins us to talk about award-winning cooking, we head to the Okanagan for exciting updates on Clos du Soleil and Tinhorn Creek wineries and we give you food and wine tips for takeout and delivery from the city’s top spots.
This week, we talk with Mark Hicken at Vintage Wine Law about upcoming changes to wineries, head to the Mark Filatow’s Waterfront Restaurant in Kelowna to see how he’s adapting his operation, speak with Dane Chauvel, CEO of Organic Ocean about the DNA of seafood and call Robert Belcham, President of the Chef’s Table Society to discuss major issues in the restaurant industry.
Today, we’ll go to Northern Italy for a report on the Alois Lageder winery, talk to Ian Tostenson, President and CEO of the BC Restaurant Association for an amazing update on the future of restaurants and we’ll speak with Mike Daley on the status of Canada’s first wine village.
Today, Black Hills chief winemaker Ross Wise, MW talks about Nota Bene; Ria Kitsch joins us to speak about their cool namesake wines; we’ll visit the Okanagan Crush Pad where you can cuddle dogs and have your wine, too and Tony and I will talk about men in the backyard burning beef.
This week, we find out how the grocery basket has changed since Covid-19, visit Mt Boucherie to talk about their Original Vines labels and wines, head to Painted Rock on the Skaha bench to discuss the International wine market and speak with the President of the BC Hotel Association about new protocols across the province.
This week we visit Summerhill, the only winery in the world with a pyramid, grab takeout at Tinhorn Creek with Miradoro Chef Jeff Van Geest, meet up at Road 13 to talk about consumer trends and find out what Tony’s drinking from his cellar.
Today, we speak with Dr. Tony Holler about frontline workers in the Poplar Grove vineyard; Tim Turyk from Unsworth Winery about Vancouver Island’s unique bubbly and we talk to the Dirty Apron’s inspiring David Robertson about how he’s feeding Vancouver’s vulnerable population.
This week, we head to Cowichan and Oliver wineries and give you the top take-out spots for food and wine in Vancouver and the Okanagan.
This week we talk with winemakers Mike Clark from Clos du Soleil, Kathy Malone of Hillside and the VP of Mission Hill, Darryl Brooker about deep discounts and free deliveries and we’ll give tips for cheese lovers and find out why Tony’s raving about a BC pinot gris.
On the show this week we speak with Wine Director Steve Moriarty about everything Save On Foods is doing to keep their essential service safe and efficient. Plus find out about the new District Wine Village, and more. Stay safe British Columbia and we'll share our stories while you stay home.
This week, we update with the latest inspiring stories of food and wine taking place in the province, as we deal with social distancing. We'll travel the globe, with conversations about people, place and time with wineries from France, Italy and Portugal... all new content from the Vancouver International Wine Festival. Join us for a positive break from the daily news and cheers to your continued good health!
Join us at the 42nd Vancouver International Wine Festival as we speak with Steve Moriarty Wine Director of Save-On Foods. We'll also share a glass with Kendall-Jackson Wine Master Randy Ullom, as well and many more stories from Laura Catena of Catena Zapata-Luca Wines, and we'll talk about next year's theme continent South America with Harry Hertscheg and Evan Goldstein.
Join us at the 42nd Vancouver International Wine Festival as we fill a glass with Chateau Minuty sparkling rosé, taste chardonnay with JAK Meyer from Meyer Vineyards and sister Terry from Mayhem, head to Paso Robles to sip Hope Family Wines with winemaker JC Diefenderfer and head to Bordertown to taste not only their rosé wine but also their hard pressed cider.
Join us at the 42nd Vancouver International Wine Festival to taste Dark Horse Cab Franc with winemaker Derek Kontkanen, sip Prosecco from Mionetto with Gian Bottos, swirl German riesling with Christian Witte of Schloss Johannisberg/Deinhard and get a wine education from Elsa MacDonald MW at Laughing Stock.
Join us at the 42nd Vancouver International Wine Festival as we speak with winemakers: Andrew Windsor from Tinhorn Creek; Ross Wise MW from Black Hills, Caroline Schaller of Osoyoos Larose and Corcelettes’ Charlie Baessler with managing partner Jesce Baessler.
This week we’ll talk to a somm at Hawksworth about his favourite wine for out-of-towners, eat fondue in a glass dome at the Westin Bayshore, drink a glass of Bordeaux with a burger at the Homer St. Café and give useful tips on navigating the Wine Festival.
This week we’ll sip hot chocolate, shave truffles on roasted duck, savour CedarCreek and Black Hills wines and give you tips for eating in Vancouver’s top restaurants.
This week, we celebrate Valentine’s Day with BC wines at low prices; the hottest place to order brunch, recipes for a romantic dinner at home and Tony’s favourite international wine picks.
This week, we replay one of our favourite shows with wines from Adelaide, the Uco Valley, Eastern Washington and the Naramata Bench.
This week we’ll cook up a hearty beef stew with John Bishop, match ice wine with food, find out when to send back a bottle of wine and learn why vineyards are called patchwork in the Languedoc.
This week, Tony and Kasey give you strategies for Dine Out Vancouver, Danielle Cunningham from the Westin Bayshore tells us about a Dine Out Package with complimentary parking, Lee Man recommends his favourite Chinese restaurants for the Year of the Rat and we join Chefs Rod Butters and Bernard Casavant at the Okanagan Table in Kelowna.
This week, we head to dinner in a glass dome at the Westin Bayshore, check out the Vancouver International Wine Festival, give you tips on navigating Dine Out Vancouver and talk about a $98 legend at the 10th Annual Hot Chocolate Festival.
Anthony and Kasey celebrate the holidays with a selection of their favourite interviews.
Anthony and Kasey celebrate the holidays with a collection of their favourite interviews.
This week, it’s about turkey takeout at the Westin Bayshore, Christmas dinner wines at Save-On-Foods, the Champagne region of France and we’ll visit the Culmina winery on Golden Mile Bench.
This week we’re on-location at South Surrey Save-On-Foods Wine Shop with President Darrell Jones and Wine Director Steve Moriarty to taste Encore bubbly with Christa-Lee McWatters, Ramblin rosé with Christine Coletta and talk menu development with Chef Matt Stowe, executive director of Joey Restaurants.
This week, Tony and Kasey reveal the 60 top food and wine holiday gifts ideas for 2019.
This week, it’s about happy hour deals you should check out, a Holiday Market that will get you in the gift giving mode and we’ll head to France, the theme region of the Vancouver International Wine Festival and tour the Rhone Valley.
This week Tojo, Vancouver’s most famous chef joins us to talk about his exciting cocktail hour and what’s new in Japan, we taste the winner from the Bloody Caesar Battle at Bearfoot’s World Oyster Invitational, head to the opening of Dundarave’s Beach House and tour the Beaujolais wine region of France.
This week, we sip award winning bubbles from Township 7, head to Kelowna for Canada’s Great Canadian Kitchen Party, peak with author Michael Olson about his approachable cookbook Living High Off the Hog and to the Food Network’s Anna Olson about her butter tart buffet.
This week, Chef Geoff Carkner from the Westin Bayshore gives us an easy party appetizer for holiday entertaining, Tony and Kasey give you some amazing food and wine hacks, Winemaker Ross Wise gives us his honest update on the 2019 harvest and two generous chefs from the Pear Tree and the Vancouver Club join us to talk about a fundraising brunch you won’t want to miss.
This week, we get a construction update from Phil McGahn at Checkmate winery, Charlie Baessler of Corcelletes in the Similkameen tells us what Okanagan producer inspires him, Watermark Resort Chef Adair Scott gives us a simple apple recipe and Tony and Kasey have a bucket list of food and wine events for the fall.