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Noble Ridge
Noble Ridge Vineyard Winery located in the Okanagan Valley at the northern most tip of the only desert in Canada. The winery is named for the noble varieties of grapes grown and the ridge that divides the land on which they thrive. But this noble name is more than just a nod to the land and the noble grapes. It’s a statement of values. A goal. A reminder of the hard work and dedication on which the winery was built. And every day the goal is to create exceptional wine that reflects its noble namesake. Jim and Leslie D’Andrea began their winery in 2001. When they purchased the property it had only 3.5 acres of vines. Since then they have planted an additional 20 acres and have grown their dream into an award winning winery.
Jim and Leslie first met while attending Queens University in Kingston, Ontario. In the early 1980′s they moved to Calgary, Alberta where they made a home and raised their 3 children. Jim was a litigation partner with Bennett Jones LLP specializing in employment law and has authored 2 books on the subject. Leslie worked in hospital administration with a focus in health promotion and gerontology. Leslie's focus is now solely on Noble Ridge and Jim is now officially retired to life on the vineyard!
The winery features breath taking views that over look Vaseaux Lake. You could not look for a better location. The winery is named for the noble varieties of grapes grown and the ridge that divides the land on which they thrive. But this noble name is more than just a nod to the land and the noble grapes. It’s a statement of values. A goal. A reminder of the hard work and dedication on which the winery was built.
When visiting plan on a minimum of two hours. One hour for their Premium tasting experience which takes place in their VIP tasting lounge. It is a sit-down, 60 minute experience. Take another hour to enjoy the grounds and the view of Vaseaux Lake. Its a perfect place to relax with a glass of wine.
Noble Ridge Vineyard & Winery, has just achieved a remarkable milestone by becoming the first winery in Canada to receive TOTA’s Biosphere Certification. This prestigious certification solidifies Noble Ridge’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, setting a new standard for wineries across Canada. This certification was obtained after completing over 133 activities related to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and 169 goals of the United Nations.
Benoit Gauthier is the Director of Winemaker and Vineyard Manager at Noble Ridge Winery. Blair Gillingham is a winemaker and Vticulturalist. Key Grape Varieties: Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Noted wine expert and author John Schreiner wrote: "Among Okanagan wineries, one of the most accomplished champions of Chardonnay is Noble Ridge Vineyard & Winery"
Our MISSION - "BE NOBLE"
Share and enhance life experiences
Responsible stewardship of our planet
Premium Quality Wines
"A portion of our tasting fees are given to these charities, along with the proceeds from other fundraising activities. We also encouraged participation of our team in charitable and public service activities."
The Round Table Noble Knights and Dames is a program where the wines are named after certain "noble Individuals"We also noted, that there are people who have become our advocates, displaying the exact qualities of nobility that we were aspiring to achieve for ourselves. We have developed a new program that recognizes and celebrates those individuals who have exhibited the noble qualities and characteristics that we value.
Thus, was the initiation of The Round Table, Noble Knights and Dames.
Jim and Leslie D’AndreaRecent results from the Los Angeles International Wine Competition and three of our wines won big. We are happy to share the results with you today:
- Best of Class, Gold Medal & 95 points – The Noble Knights Parkinson Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot Blend, 2020
- Gold Medal & 93 points – Our Brut wine, 2017 “The One” – only getting better and better with age
- Gold Medal & 92 points – The Reserve Meritage, 2019
Noble Ridge winery
2320 Oliver Ranch Road,
Okanagan Falls BC V0H 1R2
Note" this article was originally published January 2022. Upated May 2024. Please check with the winery before visiting
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