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October 29, 2019October 29, 2019 Julian

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🍋 Lightning Rock Dry Lake Vineyard Chardonnay 2024 🍋 Lightning Rock Dry Lake Vineyard Chardonnay 2024
⭐ 90 Points | $35

A fresh, precise Chardonnay from @lightningrockwinery, sourced from Dry Lake Vineyard in Washington’s Lake Chelan AVA.

Whole-cluster pressed and cold barrel-fermented, followed by full malolactic fermentation and 10 months on gross lees in French oak (21% new). Bottled unfined and unfiltered.

Subtle aromas of ripe pear and stone fruit mingle with vanilla and baking spice. The palate brings Meyer lemon, orchard fruit and honeysuckle, with gentle oak adding texture and roundness. Vibrant acidity keeps everything fresh, balanced and precise through the finish.

13.1% alc | 232 cases | 90 Points

A nicely restrained style of Chardonnay where the oak supports rather than dominates the fruit.

#LightningRockWinery #Chardonnay #BCWineTrends #LakeChelanWine #Summerlandstrong #OkanaganWine #WineReview #ChardonnayLovers
🥂 @solverowines Blanc de Noir 2023 — 92 Points So 🥂 @solverowines Blanc de Noir 2023 — 92 Points

Solvero’s first Traditional Method sparkling wine is crafted from 100% Pinot Noir grown at its Happy Valley and Garnet Valley vineyards.

Fermented in equal parts neutral French oak and stainless steel, it spent 20 months en tirage before being disgorged with zero dosage.

Fresh lemon zest, green apple and orchard pear lead into layers of brioche and toasted almond. Vibrant acidity, fine chalky minerality and a persistent mousse carry through to a long finish of citrus and toasted pastry.

A beautifully precise, dry sparkling wine from Garnet Valley.

$40 | 12.3% alc. | 92 Points

#SolveroWines #BlancDeNoir #BCSparklingWine #TraditionalMethod #BCWine #OkanaganWine #GarnetValley #Summerlandstrong #PinotNoir #WineWednesday @townhallbrands
🥂 @lightningrockwinery Rock Gamay Pét-Nat 2025 ($3 🥂 @lightningrockwinery Rock Gamay Pét-Nat 2025 ($32)

This naturally sparkling Gamay Rosé from Lightning Rock’s Trestle Beach Vineyard pours a lovely coral pink, with inviting aromas of cherry blossom, nectarine and fresh red berries.

The grapes were hand-harvested, gently foot-tread and given brief skin contact before pressing. Fermentation was completed in the bottle using the ancestral method, followed by five months on the lees before disgorgement.

Bone dry and wonderfully refreshing, the palate bursts with juicy red fruit and an energetic, moderately vigorous stream of natural bubbles. Lively, playful and immensely fun to drink—pure bubble heaven for Pét-Nat lovers! 91 Points

11.5% alc. | 0 g/L RS | Only 93 cases produced

Serve well chilled and open carefully!

#LightningRockWinery #GamayPetNat #PetNat #NaturalBubbles #SummerlandWine #SummerlandStrong #BCWine #OkanaganWine #SparklingRose #DrinkBCWine #BCWineTrends
We spent a delightful Saturday afternoon with Ron We spent a delightful Saturday afternoon with Ron Kubek and his extended family at @lightningrockwinery in Summerland. It was wonderful to see the winery back in full operation after the Bald Range wildfire, and to enjoy such a warm welcome overlooking the vineyards.

The tasting offered a broad look at Lightning Rock’s distinctive, small-lot portfolio:

🥂 Blanc de Blancs – Traditional-method sparkling Chardonnay with fine bubbles, bright citrus and a crisp, elegant finish.

✨ Pét-Nat – Fresh, lively and delightfully unpolished, with vibrant fruit and an easygoing character.

🍋 Chardonnay – A polished Chardonnay balancing orchard fruit, citrus freshness and subtle texture.

🌿 Riesling – Bright and aromatic, with juicy citrus and orchard fruit carried by refreshing acidity.

🌸 Rosé – Dry, vibrant and immensely drinkable, with delicate red fruit and a refreshing finish.

🍒 Pinot Noir – Fragrant and elegant, showing bright red berries, gentle spice and silky tannins.

🌶️ Syrah – Dark-fruited and savoury, with peppery spice, good structure and a long finish.

🫐 Malbec – Rich and expressive, offering ripe dark fruit, spice and supple tannins.

🍓 Cross Border Counoise – A deliciously light red with wild strawberry, raspberry and a subtle peppery note. Particularly enjoyable served lightly chilled.

Lightning Rock crafts premium wines without pretension. Wines intended for good food, lively conversation and memorable afternoons. This visit delivered all three.

Thank you, Ron and family, for the generous hospitality. More detailed tasting notes will follow on BCWineTrends.

#LightningRockWinery #SummerlandStrong #SummerlandWine #BaldRangeWildfire #BCWine #OkanaganWine #VisitSouthOkanagan #DrinkBCWine #BCWineTrends #PinotNoir #SparklingWine #Counoise
🥇 Solvero Pinot Gris 2025 — 93 Points This is Pin 🥇 Solvero Pinot Gris 2025 — 93 Points

This is Pinot Gris with a little extra personality.

Fresh and silky, with inviting aromas of ripe pear, crisp apple and a touch of honey. The palate is dry and lively, with juicy pear and apple layered with subtle citrus and honeyed notes.

What really sets it apart is a distinctive thread of ginger and white pepper, adding a spicy lift through the fresh, energetic finish.

Beautifully balanced and expressive. 93 Points

🏆 Gold Medal — 2026 WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada

🍇 Kozuki Family & Happy Valley Vineyards
🍷 50% stainless steel | 50% neutral French oak
💰 $25

#SolveroWines #PinotGris #BCWine #BCWineTrends #Summerlandstrong #OkanaganWine #CanadianWine #WineAlign #BuyBCWine @solverowines @townhallbrands @bottleneckdrive
@solverowines — Resilience in Garnet Valley A fa @solverowines — Resilience in Garnet Valley 

A fascinating and sobering visit to Solvero Wines in Summerland’s Garnet Valley. The photos show damage from the Bald Range wildfire, which burned through the surrounding forest and came remarkably close to the winery and vineyards.

While the winery was spared, I was told that smoke and ash exposure means Solvero will not produce a 2026 vintage because of the risk of smoke taint. A heartbreaking setback for this young winery.

Fortunately, there are some excellent current releases to enjoy:

🥂 2023 Blanc de Noir — $40
Traditional Method 100% Pinot Noir, aged 20 months en tirage and finished zero dosage. Lemon, green apple and pear with brioche, toasted almond and chalky minerality.

🌸 2024 Rosé — $25
Pinot Noir sourced from Oregon after the 2024 winter freeze. Cranberry, peach and rose petal with refreshing acidity, berry fruit and a touch of white pepper.

🥂 2024 Chardonnay — $35
Chehalem Mountains Chardonnay, barrel fermented and aged 11 months in mostly neutral oak. Pear, apricot and peach with hazelnut, minerality and subtle brioche.

🍷 2023 Pinot Noir — $35
Five clones from Garnet Valley and Kozuki Family vineyards, aged 15 months in French oak. Dark cherry, blackberry and raspberry with silky tannins, savoury herbs and a long mineral finish.

🍐 2025 Pinot Gris — $25
Whole-cluster pressed and fermented in equal parts neutral French oak and stainless steel. Fresh, concentrated and textured — a 2026 WineAlign Gold Medal winner.

🍋 2025 Riesling — $26
Solvero's first Riesling, from Happy Valley Vineyard on the Summerland Bench. Cool fermented for two months, delivering bright aromatics, concentration and vibrant natural acidity.

Despite what nature has thrown at them, Solvero continues to make some of Summerland's most exciting cool-climate wines.

#SolveroWines #SummerlandStrong #SummerlandBC #GarnetValley #BCWine #OkanaganWine #PinotNoir #Chardonnay #Riesling #BCWineTrends
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