There has never been a better reason to visit Kelowna than right now! Come taste the new spring wine releases and load up your cellars for the summer parties ahead. Here are a few of them – get ‘em while they are hot!
Tantalus Vineyards:
Known for their major award-winning Riesling and Pinot Noir – everything that comes out of this wine house is highly sought after and has a limited quantity so act fast!
Spring Releases:
- 2017 Riesling
- 2015 Old Vines Riesling
- 2017 Rosé
- 2015 Blanc de Noir (Pinot Noir traditional method sparkling)
- 2015 Old Vines Riesling Brut (traditional method sparkling)
Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery:
Named for the extinct volcano that is the geologic landmark of West Kelowna, this spring also marks the launch of Mt. Boucherie’s brand new labels! Attached is a sneak peek.
Spring Releases:
- 2017 Semillon
- 2017 Rosé
- 2016 Merlot
- 2017 Pinot Gris
Fermented dry, the Pinot Gris features a rich, full-bodied palate with spice and stone fruit notes, offset by bright, citrus-infused acidity. Pair the weight and freshness of this wine with various charcuterie or roasted white meats.
The View Winery:
Pink and bubbles are some of first out of the gate this year at The View. Stay tuned for label updates this year reflecting the fabulous fact that their wines are site-specific, defined by single vineyard and estate crafted and bottled. (The View is also is home to Wards Cider which has exciting spring release coming soon too)
Spring Releases:
- 2017 Distraction Frizzante
- 2017 Silver Lining Rosé
- 2017 Gewurztraminer - May 5, 2018 (vegan)
- 2017 Riesling - May 5, 2018 (vegan)
- 2015 Syrah - May 5, 2018
- 2017 Pinotage Rosé 2017 - April 21, 2018 (Release party for exclusive Wine Club members and available to the public the next day)
The only one of its kind in North America, Pinotage Rosé boasts intense aromatics of strawberry and cotton candy followed by flavours of pink grapefruit and tart cranberry. A dry, crisp finish and pleasing fruity notes add to its elegance.
Spearhead Winery:
This award-winning SouthEast bench Kelowna winery has exciting news! Super award-winning winemaker Grant Stanley has joined the team causing major excitement for the Kelowna wine scene. Grant is passionate about Pinot Noir and we can’t wait to taste the magic he is going to create with this gorgeous vineyard.
Spring Releases:
- 2017 Pinot Gris
- 2017 Pinot Noir Rosé
- 2017 Riesling
- 2017 White Pinot Noir - A rich palate with racy acidity. Aromas and flavours of white peach and poached pear. Fresh, lively and food friendly.
CedarCreek Estate Winery:
The treasure at the end of Lakeshore Road, CedarCreek Estate Winery is a glorious destination winery. Construction is underway for a new winery building and restaurant so stay tuned as this project progresses.
Spring Releases:
- 2017 Pinot Gris
- 2017 Gewurztraminer - May 1
- 2017 Riesling - May 1
Quails’ Gate Estate Winery:
Offering one of the best wine country experiences. A beautiful wine shop, incredible view and an award-winning restaurant equal an unparalleled experience.
Spring Releases!
- 2017 Quails’ Gate Rosé
- 2017 Quails’ Gate Chenin Blanc
- 2017 Quails’ Gate Dry Riesling
- 2017 Quails’ Gate Gewurztraminer - will be out likely by the end of April with the Orchard Block Gewurztraminer and Shannon Pacific Viognier not far behind!
Intrigue Wines:
Roger and Jillian Wong are excited to bring back their premium dry Riesling, Focus. Focus Riesling is made from 100% Riesling grapes grown in the “Two Wongs Make a White” vineyard in Oyama. They say this one for the Riesling nerds out there so don’t miss out!
Spring Releases:
- 2017 Riesling Focus
- 2017 Chardonnay
- 2017 Pinot Gris
- 2017 Social White & Rose
Later this summer, Intrigue will be adding another wine to their Social wine family (Social White, Social Rosé & Social Red) and will be releasing a white bubbly called Social Sparkling – a blend of 81.1% Riesling, 18.7% Gewurztraminer, and .2% Kerner.
Sperling Vineyards:
The Sperling family has an amazing long history of farming in Kelowna (since 1925!) and are leaders in biodynamic vineyard management and certified organic winemaking. The wine shop is located close to downtown Kelowna making it an easy visit.
Spring releases:
- 2017 Speritz Organic - A refreshing wine with a light spritz. Made from a heritage “Moscato” planting that’s been on the farm for four generations, these grapes are gently vilified to produce naturally lower alcohol, elegance and finesse.
- 2017 Old Vines Pinot Organic
- 2016 Pinot Noir Rose
- 2015 Old Vines Foch Reserve
- 2011 Sparkling Brut
The Sparkling Brut is made in the Classic Champagne method, used to reflect the single block of old vines in a grower style. Pinot blanc grapes are harvested “ripe” with perfect skin colour and brown seeds at 18 Brix and 11-12 g/L acidity. After 40 months on lees, the wine is disgorged, using the same wine from
bottles, a dosage of 6.5 g/L is added.
