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ChefmeetsBCGrape Raises more than $2,100 for Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise Program
September 26, 2012
The eighth annual ChefmeetsBCGrape event, held September 20 in Vancouver, raised more than $2,100 for the Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise Program, a national sustainable seafood program that identifies ocean-friendly consumer...Eighth Annual ChefmeetsBCGrape Celebrates Regionality with BC Food Designed for BC Wine
August 14, 2012
August 14, 2012, (Kelowna, BC) – ChefmeetsBCGrape, the largest annual celebration of BC VQA wines and local food, is once again coming to Vancouver! On Thursday, September 20, 75 BC...BC Wine Institute and Visa Infinite Launch BC Wine Country Experiences Program
July 25, 2012
(Kelowna, BC) The BC Wine Institute (BCWI) has teamed up with Visa Infinite to create the ultimate wine touring program for cardholders. Giving special benefits at 19 BC wineries, including...BC Wine Institute Announces New Board of Directors
July 17, 2012
(Kelowna, BC) Following a successful annual general meeting, the BC Wine Institute (BCWI) is pleased to announce its new board of directors. The seven voting BCWI board members represent British...BC Wine Institute and Tourism BC Release Comprehensive 2012 British Columbia Winery Touring Guide
May 16, 2012
May 16, 2012, (Kelowna, BC) – The BC Wine Institute (BCWI) and Tourism BC, as part of the Ministry of Jobs, Tourism and Innovation, have partnered to release the definitive...2011 BDO BC Wine Grape Crop Report: Overall Tonnage Increases Despite Challenging Vintage
May 14, 2012
May 14, 2012, (Kelowna, BC) – Despite 2011 being one of the coolest vintages on record, the 2011 BDO BC Wine Grape Crop Report shows that the total tonnage* has...British Columbia Wine Institute Partners with Okanagan College on Comprehensive BC Wine Education Program
April 23, 2012
April 23, 2012 (Kelowna, BC) – The British Columbia Wine Institute (BCWI) and Okanagan College have partnered to offer the most comprehensive BC wine education program in the market, the...Sub-zero temperatures see the return of the 2011 Icewine Harvest
January 13, 2012
January 12, 2012 (Kelowna, BC) Nearly two months after the second-earliest start on record for the Icewine harvest, Mother Nature has once again provided us with the sub-zero temperatures required...2011 BC Grape Harvest Winding Down
December 23, 2011
November 4, 2011 (Kelowna, BC) As the temperature continues to drop, harvest is winding down throughout British Columbia and, overall, vintners are extremely happy with the fruit quality from the...The Wines of British Columbia honoured at London’s celebrated International Wine and Spirit Competition
December 14, 2011
November 24, 2011 (Kelowna, BC) The Wines of British Columbia are being recognized once again by the world’s top wine competition, having received over 100 awards including the trophy for...Another Early Start for the BC Icewine Harvest
November 22, 2011
November 22, 2011 (Kelowna, BC) Mere days after completion of the BC grape harvest, the 2011 Icewine harvest began. Once again, this marks one of the earliest starts to the...Seventh Annual ChefmeetsGrape
November 11, 2011
September 7, 2011 (Kelowna, BC) – ChefmeetsGrape, the largest annual celebration of BC VQA wines and local food, is once again coming to Vancouver! On Thursday, September 22, 75 BC...Your Guide to Pairing Medal-Winning BC VQA Wines with Your Favourite Winter Sports
November 2, 2011
January 18, 2010 (Kelowna, BC) -With the Games less than a month away, British Columbians are preparing for their moment in the spotlight. Whether you are attending the festivities or...BC Wine Institute Announces New Executive Director
November 2, 2011
September 10, 2010 (Kelowna, BC) – The BCWI board of directors is pleased to announce that Mr. Miles Prodan is joining the BCWI as its new Executive Director starting October...Sixth Annual ChefmeetsGrape – And the Winners Are…
November 2, 2011
September 27, 2010 (Vancouver, BC) – ChefmeetsGrape, the largest BC food and wine event in the city, toasted BC’s winemakers, winery proprietors and chefs, to a packed crowd last week....A Late Start to the British Columbia Grape Harvest
November 2, 2011
October 6, 2010 (Kelowna, BC) – After a tumultuous summer, the British Columbia grape harvest is underway across the province, and, despite the hardships of Mother Nature, the grape quality...Okanagan wineries receive top marks at London’s celebrated International Wine and Spirit Competition
November 2, 2011
October 27, 2010 (Kelowna, BC) – Once again, the Okanagan Valley is making its mark on the world stage. The International Wine and Spirit Competition trophy results have been announced...A Frosty November brings an Early Icewine Harvest
November 2, 2011
November 23, 2010 (Kelowna, BC) – This has been a truly unusual year for vintners in British Columbia. After a very late BC grape harvest, ending a mere two weeks...Wines of British Columbia and Wine Country Ontario Head to The Big Apple for Seriously Cool Chardonnay Media Event
November 2, 2011
February 2, 2011 (St. Catharines, Ontario) – Building upon the highly successful Seriously Cool Chardonnay media tasting held in London, England last spring, Canadian wine producers now have their sights...
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