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Tilman Has Returned!
In my view it's good to see a winemaker with the talent of Tilman Hainle once again making wines from Okanagan grapes. Along with his partner Sara Norman they have opened Working Horse Ranch. Tilman and his family lay claim to some of BC's major historical achievements. Tilman is considered to be British Columbia's first organic winemaker. In 1978 Tilman Hainle and his father Walter Hainle made the 1st Icewine in North AmericaWorking Horse Winery is named as a tribute to the spirit of the draft horse especially the beautiful, rare draft horses called Suffolks, which are used in both the vineyards and farming operations. The location of Working Horse Winery (WHW) is an early Okanagan farm homestead, historically important farm and vineyard property. The winery is located on the original vineyard property that was hand planted by Tilman and his father over 30 years ago; 5266 Coldham Road, Peachland, BC.
The winery is part of a diverse farm operation dedicated to: sustainable farming using draft horses, organics and the preservation of rare vines as well as heritage varietals of fruits and vegetables. The winery will be honoring its long winemaking and farming history by offering the opportunity for guests to visit their Icewine Interpretation Centre. The centre will include historic artifacts and information documenting the birth of icewine in North America, as well as displays that demonstrate how Canadian Icewine is made today.
The winery is part of a whole farming operation that is dedicated to approaching life in a passionate and holistic way.
At this time I have not tasted the wines of Working Horse but I can recall the high quality wines produced by Tilman when he was winemaker and owner of Hainle Winery. I'm looking forward to visiting the new winery and tasting his wines once again. All of their tastings are private events, unique and by appointment due to the very limited quantities of wines produce. Sara and Tilman believe in the beautiful symbiosis of food and wine.
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