Burrowing Owl Merlot 1997
Stacey's dad surprises us again with another bottle from his collection. This Burrowing Owl Merlot 1997 we found after finishing the Burrowing Owl's 2004 Pinot Noir. This wine has a "closed" intense flavour. A short finish, but a glorious experience on the palate. Spice on the nose, good tannins but very smooth. Stacey felt that […]
Quinta Ferreira Chardonnay 2007
Quinta Ferreira are quickly gaining a lot of fans, and BC Wine Lover is sitting up and taking notice. The Black Sage Bench winery just south of Oliver has produced a very inviting Chardonnay that is ready to pour now. It has a lovely, rich, gold colour. This is oaked Chardonnay that is very mild. […]
Innovative marketing of BC wine in Japan
In today's Vancouver Sun business page Quail's Gate, the very fine winery based just west of Kelowna, is featured in a very interesting story of how popular comic book characters in Japan are marketing wine. Author Mike Klassen Mike Klassen is a Vancouver city councillor, communications professional, and long-time advocate for British Columbia’s wine industry. […]