You can find Jenn hosting wine events for charitable causes, joining wine festivals, and being a BC Wine advocate in her local town of Oliver. Her future plans include seeking out her own vineyard and winery site.
The Winemaker
Mark Simpson has over twenty years experience in food and beverage manufacturing. He graduated from the UBC Microbiology program in 1982. Mark started his career with Molson Breweries. He went on to join RJ Spagnols Wine and Beer Making Products for Vincor International. His winemaking role was as Director of Research, Development and Quality Assurance.
Mark’s support for the Fashion Estates Winery start-up was key to the project’s success. His unique techniques and precision were apparent early on in the project. The Fashion Estates makes the wines at Mark’s BC Wine Studio in Okanagan Falls. BC Wine Studio is a great place to incubate new wine projects and Mark has already helped launch other successful brands like Black Market Wines Co. You can also read about another winery that Mark supports here.
The BC Wines
This well-balanced dry style rosé has a deep scarlet hue with fresh strawberries, watermelon, and orange characteristics while finishing off with a vibrant strawberry orange cream. The depth of this big rosé comes from spending 24 hours on the Merlot skins. The wine pairs well with shellfish, pasta, and salad dishes.
This aromatic dry style Gewürztraminer has floral and lychee aromas with honeyed passion fruit and green apple characteristics while finishing off with a citrus spice. Pairs well with smoked salmon, and a variety of Indian and Asian dishes.
For the complete BC Wine portfolio of Fashion Estate please visit the winery website.
Source: All photo credits to Fashion Estates Winery