The Best Wines of 2019

Wild Goose Vineyards

Located near Okanagan Falls founder Adolf Kruger was one of the leaders in persuading the BC Government to support farm wineries. The Kruger's operate a true family winery of 20 acres. It all began in early 1983 when founder Adolf Kruger purchased a barren piece of land east of Okanagan Falls. Upon his return to his newly purchased property he discovered a large flock of Canada geese feeding in amongst the tumbleweeds, boulders, and rubble. As he approached, the birds took flight. From that time on the property became known as Wild Goose Vineyards.

2018 Pinot Gris, perfection in a bottle. One of the very best wines I have tasted in Years.

It all begins with a sweet honey aroma. Followed by flavours of melon and honey.

The wine is extremely well balanced and finishes with the desire to pour another glass.

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Wild Goose Vineyards

The Okanagan Falls Winery does it again.

Yes! Another classic from one of British Columbia's finest wineries the 2018 Gewürztraminer.

When I saw the posting on their impressive Intervin award I immediately went to the cellar and put the wine in the cooler. Two hours later my wife and I were enjoying this supreme wine until the every last drop.

It starts with nice aroma of grapefruit and lilac flowing nicely on the palette with flavours of peach and apricot

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G Marquis Vidal Icewine

I do appreciate a fine Canadian Icewine. The G. Marquis vineyards are located in the heart of the prestigious and historic Niagara-on-the-Lake region. 

Their Vidal Icewine Wow A suburb icewine abundant with intensely sweet aromas of ripe nectarine, apricot and tropical fruit that captivate instantly. Its luscious, super rich and creamy smoothness is as impressive as it is unforgettable.

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Sprucewood Shores 2018 Dry Riesling

It is always a treat to be event to friends for diner. It is even better when they surprise you by serving a very good Ontario Riesling.

It begins with distinctive peach and citrus notes. Followed by a range of citrus fruits. 

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40 Knots Vineyard and Estate Winery

One of Vancouver Islands brighter stars 40 knots has produced some very good wines.

The Siegerrebe Sieg provides the flavours of rich tropical fruits.

A real patio delight!

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Winemaker's Cut

2018 Sauvignon Blanc

This perfect wine was fermented spontaneously in 15% Slovakian oak 35 % small stainless steel tank and 50% in large steel tank . The wine is highlighted by a fresh citrus flavours.

The citrus flavours here are smooth and well balanced.  The aroma is most inviting!

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Winemaker's Cut

2018 Gruner Veltliner

One of the most interesting and intriguing wines I have ever had the pleasure of enjoying. Each glass seemed to bring a different tasting sensation.

There were notes of honey,almonds and green apple. The wine is rich with hints of spice and finishes with a zing!

Has the Wow factor!

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Castoro de Oro Estate Winery

Castoro de Oro Merlot 2017

A small family winery in Oliver BC producing mighty fine wines.

A lovely bold red wine excellent colour with a strong satisfying aroma of dark fruits, plum blackcurrant.

Another wine that really impressed Barbara our resident Merlot expert A tip of the hat to  Bruno Kelle and Stella Schmidt

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Seaside Pearl Farmgate Winery

The darling gem of the Mt Lehman region in the Fraser Valley,

This Syrah has a deep dark colour with bold flavours. Starts with a nice aroma. Hints of black licorice, chocolate and a black cherry Smokey finish.

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Blackwood Lane

 

Among their fine cellar of wines is their 2012 Merlot. I found this one in the back corner of the wine cellar.

The wine starts with a wonderful aroma of Plums and black current.

Hints of cherry and figs The wines finish long and smooth

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L’Acadie

This Nova Scotia Winery Shines.

A wonderful surprise awaited us when invited to a friends home for dinner. They served a wonderful wine. The 2015  Estate L’Acadie Organic

A celebration of citrus flavours.
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But wait a 2017 followed wow! Once again a celebration of citrus flavours.

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Whispering Horse L’Acadie

A light refreshing wine. Served with Christmas Dinner. It went extremely well with the turkey.

Starts with a bright lemon hue The aromas are strong proving hinyts of peach pear and grapefruit. On the pallet the earthy minerals shine-through along with hints of apple and citrus.

Located in beautiful Yarrow, BC, Whispering Horse Winery is a family-owned boutique winery 

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Winemakers Cut Syrah

Deadman Lake Vineyards - Oliver BC

Yes Winemaker's Cut 2017 Syrah is indeed a red icon. It starts with a wonderful aroma of blackberries and cranberries before herbs and smoked meats prevail. Its spicy but light and smooth

It ranks among BC's best reds.

Winemaker owner Michal Mosny

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Winemaker's Cut 2018 Pinot Noir

It starts with a very nice aroma of Cherries and floral - violets. Followed by more cherry flavour along with toasted oak.

Most enjoyable.

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Castoro de Oro Merlot 2016

A multiple award winning wine. Barbara was quite impressed with this wine.

It starts with a nice rich colour followed by a deep welcoming aroma of blackberries, plums cherry and hints of nutmeg and coco.

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Castoro de Oro Pinot Blanc 2017

 

A light refreshing wine! Flavours of apple, pear and apricot are balanced with a citrus finish 

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Castoro de Oro Pinot Duetto Rose

 

An excellent wine! Winner of or Rose Challenge. his Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc blend offers an initial tart cherry softened by peppery tannins.

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The View Winery and Vineyard

Red Shoe White

The View in East Kelowna provides this delightful soft sipping wine. Three varitals, Gewürztraminer, Ehrenfelser and Riesling come together to create notes of melon peach and pear

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40 Knots Estate Winery

Trie Emily

 

A very nice 2017 Pinot Gris Botrytis.

Botrytis Cinerea: Also known as "noble rot," it is a beneficial mold that grows on ripe wine grapes in the vineyard under specific climatic conditions. ... Wines made from these berries have a rich, complex, honeyed character and are often high in residual sugar.

Trie Emily has a strong strawberry flavour. It is very light and quite sweet.

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