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Category: Oliver Osoyoos Winery

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Winemaker’s CUT 2021 Releases

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Nostalgia Wines’ Vibrant 2021 Releases

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La Stella for Italian Whites & Super Tuscan Reds

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Gold Hill for Award Winning Big Reds

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Castoro de Oro Winery for wines in a CAN

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Winemaker’s CUT 2020 Releases

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Rust Wine
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Lariana Cellars for outstanding Viognier

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Arterra Wines Canada Acquires Culmina

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🍷 Hester Creek's 2025 Releases: A Welcome Return t 🍷 Hester Creek's 2025 Releases: A Welcome Return to BC VQA! 🇨🇦 There's something special about tasting wines made from BC-grown grapes again! 🍇 Hester Creek Estate Winery is celebrating a return to BC VQA with four wines from the 2025 vintage, alongside its elegant 2022 Old Vine Brut. 🥂 2022 Old Vine Brut – Traditional-method sparkling wine crafted from 100% Golden Mile Bench Pinot Blanc, aged 24 months on lees. 🍏 2025 Chardonnay – Ripe pear, golden apple and Meyer lemon, with a delicious crème brûlée finish. 91 Points 🍷 2025 Character Red – A flavourful red blend featuring Petit Verdot, Malbec, Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. 91 Points 🍇 2025 Select Vineyards Cabernet Merlot – A blend led by Cabernet Franc, offering an approachable expression of South Okanagan red varieties. 91 Points 🍒 2025 Select Vineyards Merlot – A South Okanagan Merlot that's right at home alongside your favourite pizza! These wines mark another encouraging chapter for BC's wine industry following the devastating 2024 winter freeze. 📖 Read the full article, including vineyard details, winemaking techniques and tasting notes, at BCWineTrends.com. 🔗 Link in bio! #HesterCreek #BCWineTrends #BCWine #BCVQA #OkanaganWine #GoldenMileBench #SouthOkanagan #CanadianWine #SupportBCWine #WineTasting #WineLovers
🥂🍐 A little South Okanagan sunshine in your glass! 🥂🍐 A little South Okanagan sunshine in your glass! 🍷 @hestercreekwinery Chardonnay 2025 | 91 Points | $26.99 Rich, elegant and beautifully balanced, this barrel-fermented Chardonnay from @hestercreek is a lovely expression of South Okanagan fruit. Nine months of barrel aging brings wonderful texture and complexity while preserving the wine's fresh, vibrant character. 🍐 On the nose: Ripe pear, golden apple, lemongrass and a hint of warm spice. 🍋 On the palate: Medium to full-bodied, with delicious flavours of ripe apple and caramel, lifted by bright Meyer lemon. A lingering note of crème brûlée makes for a particularly satisfying finish. ✨ 91 Points — BCWineTrends 🍽️ Perfect pairing: Roast chicken, creamy mushroom pasta or baked salmon with lemon butter. A delicious Chardonnay for those who enjoy richness without sacrificing freshness! 🇨🇦 Discover more BC wines at BCWineTrends.com #HesterCreek #BCWine #BCVQA #OkanaganWine #Chardonnay #CanadianWine #SouthOkanagan #WineTasting #BCWineTrends #DrinkLocal @josephinenhutte
🍷🍕 Merlot and mushroom pizza—a delicious way to se 🍷🍕 Merlot and mushroom pizza—a delicious way to settle into an autumn evening. @hestercreekwinery Select Vineyards Merlot 2025 brings inviting aromas of plum and cherry, followed by blackberry, red cherry and chocolate on the palate. Medium-bodied and lightly oaked, with a soft, rounded mouthfeel, it’s an easy-drinking red made for the dinner table. Hand-harvested South Okanagan fruit, with an emphasis on Hester Creek’s estate vineyards, was fermented in Italian Ganimede tanks and matured in French oak. At $21.99, there’s plenty to enjoy here. 90 Points 🍷 @hestercreekwinery #HesterCreek #Merlot #BCWine #OkanaganWine #WineAndPizza #SupportLocal #BCWineTrends
🍷 South Okanagan elegance at an everyday price! T 🍷 South Okanagan elegance at an everyday price! The Hester Creek Select Vineyards Cabernet Merlot 2025 delivers impressive value at just $21.99. Led by 60% Cabernet Franc, with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon rounding out the blend, this approachable red was aged for eight months in French and American oak. 🍒 Inviting aromas of blackcurrant, dark cherry and a hint of toast. Rich blackberry and plum flavours unfold into dark chocolate and espresso, with soft, rounded tannins and a smooth finish. ⭐ 91 Points | BCWineTrends 🍽️ Perfect with rosemary lamb, grilled Greek chicken or aged cheddar. A delicious South Okanagan red that punches above its price! 🍷 @hestercreekwine #HesterCreek #CabernetMerlot #BCWine #BCWineTrends #SouthOkanagan #OkanaganWine #CanadianWine #WineLovers #DrinkLocal
🥂 Old Vines. Fine Bubbles. A Sparkling 93 Points! 🥂 Old Vines. Fine Bubbles. A Sparkling 93 Points! 🍾 @hestercreekwinery Old Vine Brut 2022 showcases the elegance of 100% estate-grown Pinot Blanc from the Golden Mile Bench. Crafted using the traditional method and aged 24 months on lees, this beautiful Blanc de Blancs delivers enticing aromas of lemon zest, toasted brioche and delicate spice. 🍏 Rich flavours of green apple, ripe pear and fresh biscuits, with lively bubbles, a creamy mouthfeel and a beautifully balanced, lingering finish. A sparkling wine worth celebrating — and one that promises to age gracefully! ⭐ 93 Points | $39.99 🦪 Perfect with smoked mussels, seafood canapés or creamy Havarti. 🇨🇦 Celebrate with BC bubbles! 🔗 Full review at BCWineTrends.com @hestercreekwine #HesterCreek #OldVineBrut #BCSparklingWine #GoldenMileBench #BlancDeBlancs #PinotBlanc #BCWine #BCWineTrends #TraditionalMethod #CelebrateBCWine
🍷🍝 Lasagna night calls for a red with Character! 🍷🍝 Lasagna night calls for a red with Character! Hester Creek Character Red 2025 is a delicious match for hearty homemade lasagna. This South Okanagan five-variety blend brings together Petit Verdot, Malbec, Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Hester Creek's distinctive Italian Merlot. 🫐 Aromas of blueberry, vanilla and cloves lead to rich flavours of black cherry, blackberry and dark chocolate. Full-bodied, with smooth tannins and a long, satisfying finish. The juicy fruit and gentle spice pair beautifully with layers of pasta, rich tomato sauce and melted cheese. 😋 ⭐ 91 Points | BCWineTrends 🍷 @hestercreekwinery #BCWine #HesterCreek #CharacterRed #BCWineTrends #OkanaganWine #WineAndFood #LasagnaNight #CanadianWine
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🍷 Hester Creek's 2025 Releases: A Welcome Return t 🍷 Hester Creek's 2025 Releases: A Welcome Return to BC VQA! 🇨🇦 There's something special about tasting wines made from BC-grown grapes again! 🍇 Hester Creek Estate Winery is celebrating a return to BC VQA with four wines from the 2025 vintage, alongside its elegant 2022 Old Vine Brut. 🥂 2022 Old Vine Brut – Traditional-method sparkling wine crafted from 100% Golden Mile Bench Pinot Blanc, aged 24 months on lees. 🍏 2025 Chardonnay – Ripe pear, golden apple and Meyer lemon, with a delicious crème brûlée finish. 91 Points 🍷 2025 Character Red – A flavourful red blend featuring Petit Verdot, Malbec, Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. 91 Points 🍇 2025 Select Vineyards Cabernet Merlot – A blend led by Cabernet Franc, offering an approachable expression of South Okanagan red varieties. 91 Points 🍒 2025 Select Vineyards Merlot – A South Okanagan Merlot that's right at home alongside your favourite pizza! These wines mark another encouraging chapter for BC's wine industry following the devastating 2024 winter freeze. 📖 Read the full article, including vineyard details, winemaking techniques and tasting notes, at BCWineTrends.com. 🔗 Link in bio! #HesterCreek #BCWineTrends #BCWine #BCVQA #OkanaganWine #GoldenMileBench #SouthOkanagan #CanadianWine #SupportBCWine #WineTasting #WineLovers
🥂🍐 A little South Okanagan sunshine in your glass! 🥂🍐 A little South Okanagan sunshine in your glass! 🍷 @hestercreekwinery Chardonnay 2025 | 91 Points | $26.99 Rich, elegant and beautifully balanced, this barrel-fermented Chardonnay from @hestercreek is a lovely expression of South Okanagan fruit. Nine months of barrel aging brings wonderful texture and complexity while preserving the wine's fresh, vibrant character. 🍐 On the nose: Ripe pear, golden apple, lemongrass and a hint of warm spice. 🍋 On the palate: Medium to full-bodied, with delicious flavours of ripe apple and caramel, lifted by bright Meyer lemon. A lingering note of crème brûlée makes for a particularly satisfying finish. ✨ 91 Points — BCWineTrends 🍽️ Perfect pairing: Roast chicken, creamy mushroom pasta or baked salmon with lemon butter. A delicious Chardonnay for those who enjoy richness without sacrificing freshness! 🇨🇦 Discover more BC wines at BCWineTrends.com #HesterCreek #BCWine #BCVQA #OkanaganWine #Chardonnay #CanadianWine #SouthOkanagan #WineTasting #BCWineTrends #DrinkLocal @josephinenhutte
🍷🍕 Merlot and mushroom pizza—a delicious way to se 🍷🍕 Merlot and mushroom pizza—a delicious way to settle into an autumn evening. @hestercreekwinery Select Vineyards Merlot 2025 brings inviting aromas of plum and cherry, followed by blackberry, red cherry and chocolate on the palate. Medium-bodied and lightly oaked, with a soft, rounded mouthfeel, it’s an easy-drinking red made for the dinner table. Hand-harvested South Okanagan fruit, with an emphasis on Hester Creek’s estate vineyards, was fermented in Italian Ganimede tanks and matured in French oak. At $21.99, there’s plenty to enjoy here. 90 Points 🍷 @hestercreekwinery #HesterCreek #Merlot #BCWine #OkanaganWine #WineAndPizza #SupportLocal #BCWineTrends
🍷 South Okanagan elegance at an everyday price! T 🍷 South Okanagan elegance at an everyday price! The Hester Creek Select Vineyards Cabernet Merlot 2025 delivers impressive value at just $21.99. Led by 60% Cabernet Franc, with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon rounding out the blend, this approachable red was aged for eight months in French and American oak. 🍒 Inviting aromas of blackcurrant, dark cherry and a hint of toast. Rich blackberry and plum flavours unfold into dark chocolate and espresso, with soft, rounded tannins and a smooth finish. ⭐ 91 Points | BCWineTrends 🍽️ Perfect with rosemary lamb, grilled Greek chicken or aged cheddar. A delicious South Okanagan red that punches above its price! 🍷 @hestercreekwine #HesterCreek #CabernetMerlot #BCWine #BCWineTrends #SouthOkanagan #OkanaganWine #CanadianWine #WineLovers #DrinkLocal
🥂 Old Vines. Fine Bubbles. A Sparkling 93 Points! 🥂 Old Vines. Fine Bubbles. A Sparkling 93 Points! 🍾 @hestercreekwinery Old Vine Brut 2022 showcases the elegance of 100% estate-grown Pinot Blanc from the Golden Mile Bench. Crafted using the traditional method and aged 24 months on lees, this beautiful Blanc de Blancs delivers enticing aromas of lemon zest, toasted brioche and delicate spice. 🍏 Rich flavours of green apple, ripe pear and fresh biscuits, with lively bubbles, a creamy mouthfeel and a beautifully balanced, lingering finish. A sparkling wine worth celebrating — and one that promises to age gracefully! ⭐ 93 Points | $39.99 🦪 Perfect with smoked mussels, seafood canapés or creamy Havarti. 🇨🇦 Celebrate with BC bubbles! 🔗 Full review at BCWineTrends.com @hestercreekwine #HesterCreek #OldVineBrut #BCSparklingWine #GoldenMileBench #BlancDeBlancs #PinotBlanc #BCWine #BCWineTrends #TraditionalMethod #CelebrateBCWine
🍷🍝 Lasagna night calls for a red with Character! 🍷🍝 Lasagna night calls for a red with Character! Hester Creek Character Red 2025 is a delicious match for hearty homemade lasagna. This South Okanagan five-variety blend brings together Petit Verdot, Malbec, Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Hester Creek's distinctive Italian Merlot. 🫐 Aromas of blueberry, vanilla and cloves lead to rich flavours of black cherry, blackberry and dark chocolate. Full-bodied, with smooth tannins and a long, satisfying finish. The juicy fruit and gentle spice pair beautifully with layers of pasta, rich tomato sauce and melted cheese. 😋 ⭐ 91 Points | BCWineTrends 🍷 @hestercreekwinery #BCWine #HesterCreek #CharacterRed #BCWineTrends #OkanaganWine #WineAndFood #LasagnaNight #CanadianWine
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