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December 14th

I can't believe there is only one week until Christmas! 

NEWSLETTER

Let us create your Corporate gifts this Christmas Season!
604-824-0042
I have the BEST EMPLOYEES...

This time of year...it takes a team to complete everything that needs to be completed for the busiest season of the Year.  
I need a great team of "Christmas Elves" to get everything completed for our clients. 

I have to say...my team is my everything...my team is my Christmas...

Trina...has successfully executed many diversified events in the store..

Melanie...has successfully executed "CUB SPW" for our members..

Brittany...has brilliantly secured Wineries to be represented at the store consistently every Friday and Saturday

Stephen...welcome back ...

This team  have gone above and beyond and we also thank Julie for her dedication and Bailey and Miriam for stepping in to assist...

At this time, I feel thanks for my staff, our clients, and thank-you for the dedication of our partner wineries,,,

but most of all...

for my staff....I thank you all for dedication and hard work

Going into this last week...

Congratulations to us all for our first Christmas in our new store.

I truly love and value you all,


Merry Christmas,

Kim .

 

 



Upcoming Events & Tastings

December 14th: Men's Night with Stephanie from Clos du Soleil
7:00- 9:30pm

39$ per person

December 16th: Complimentary Tasting with Michael Bartier, Co-Proprietor and Winemaker of Bartier Bros
3-6pm


December 17th: Complimentary Tasting with Heleen Pannekoek, Proprietor Lillooet's own Fort Berens Winery
3-6pm


December 22nd: Culmina Library Tasting
6:00- 8:00pm- Sold Out!

39$ per person
Please attend complimentary tasting with Proprietor Elaine from 3-6

December 23rd: Complimentary Tasting with Stoneboat
3-6pm


December 30th: Complimentary Tasting with Nicole Ferriera of Quinta Ferriera
3-6pm

 
As always, we have Friday and Saturday tastings every week. Check out what's being opened this week, below!
 

Weekend Tastings

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16th
3-6 PM
With Wine Master Michael Bartier!

Bartier Bros. 2015 Riesling $22.60 +taxes 
NEW IN STORE
 Bright citrus and fennel aromas are on full display, with subtle, evolved flint characters beginning to show 6 months after bottling. The minerality and fruitiness combine with focused sugar and acid balance to make this wine very refreshing and versatile. The structure and flavours bode well for ageability of this wine; it will likely eveolve well for decades to come.

Bartier Bros. 2014 Chardonnay $27.82 +taxes 
Very complex and savoury aromas of sage, truffle oil, and grapefruit show on this wine with a subtle smokey frame. These follow through on the palate which is quite full bodied , but with a refreshing contrast of acidity to brighten the texture. Typical of wines from this vineyard there is a long chalky finish. 

Bartier Bros. 2014 Syrah $25.21 +taxes 
Fresh, bright berry aromas dominate the nose with a background of baker's chocolate and white pepper.  This wine is medium bodied, fresh and lively, with the aromas continuing through as flavour on the palate.  The tannins are ultra soft, though certainly present on both the mid-palate and through a long finish.  Enjoy with tomato sauces, spicy sausage, or grilled meat.

Bartier Bros. 2013 Cabernet Franc $30.43 +taxes 
STAFF FAVOURITE
Generous fruit and stoney aromas follow through on the palate, which shows great balance of fruit and minerality.  The tannins are very fine - present, but not aggressive.  The finish is long, with refreshing minerality.  This is an elegant and beautiful wine that Michael feels is one of the best red wines that he has ever shown. Winemaker Michael Bartier spends a lot of time trying keep his fingerprints off his wine. He's a site guy and his wine plan is to let the dirt do the talking and this first release cabernet franc is a perfect example. The fruit comes of the Black Sage Middle Bench and projects the refined, cool elements of cabernet franc. It juicy with some mineral floral notes in support and soft silky tannins. Unpretentious and mostly ready to drink. Try it with grilled chicken. 88pts- Anthony Gismondi
SILVER MEDAL- 2016 National Wine Awards of Canada


Bartier Bros. 2013 Merlot $25.21 +taxes 
This is a big wine in every way. Intense, concentrated aromas of blackberries, cherries, and toffee. The wine is very full bodied with aggressive tannins. Mixed grill or steak of any type will pair well with this wine. On the lower side of Black Sage Road between Oliver and Osoyoos, this vineyard has a gentle West facing slope. The soils are a heavy, slightly sandy loam with calcium carbonate covered granite cobbles throughout a deep profile. With the rough surface of the calcium carbonate, vine roots seek out these rocks for the small amount of water to be found on this surface. It is controversial to say that these vines are “feeding” off these minerals, but that’s exactly what we believe is happening and it shows in the wines. 
SILVER MEDAL- 2016 National Wine Awards of Canada 


Bartier Bros. 2013 The Goal $31.30 +taxes 
STAFF FAVOURITE
Combining the weight and dark fruit of Merlot with the bright fruit and vibrant tannins of Cabernet Franc, this wine is defined by its elegance and balance. Minerality in the forms of wet stone and slate, and chalky aromas persist through its finish to make it remarkably refreshing and complex. A best seller in store and a staff favourite!

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17th
3-6pm

 
With Proprietor Heleen Pannekoek!



Fort Berens 2015 Chardonnay $21.73 +taxes 
Made with grapes grown from our estate vineyard, our 2015 Chardonnay is a deliciously balanced wine. The light touch of oak gives this wine a silky sensation while also making way for the expression of fresh fruit flavours. Discover the nuances of this wine alongside a bowl of risotto with fresh seasonal vegetables. Our 2015 Chardonnay subtly entices you with aromas of lemon grass and peaches blended with a bouquet of buttered toast. Discover the layers of flavours with vanilla bean and buttery notes combined with fresh fruit sensations.

Fort Berens 2014 Pinot Noir 
INTRODUCTORY OFFER
Aromas of Raspberries and Cinnamon sticks. An underlying fragrance of sweet molasses and bouquet of damp forest mulch. On the palate: Unobtrusive at first but then fresh red fruit fills the mouth and its presence persist. Refreshing and clean.

Fort Berens 2014 Cabernet Franc $26.95 +taxes 
BEST SELLER
Our 2014 Cabernet Franc is made primarily with grapes from our Lillooet vineyard. It has aromas of blackberry, black currant and blueberry, with roasted red pepper notes on the finish. Serve this tonight with a steak or pasta with a tangy tomato sauce or cellar it until 2020.

Fort Berens 2014 Meritage $29.56 +taxes 
Our 2014 Meritage is a blend of 65% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. This primarily estate grown wine is a juicy, big red blend that is lush with flavours of ripe red fruit, smoky bacon, and roasted red peppers. Savour this beautifully balanced wine with hearty dishes or grilled meats. 
2014 Vintage
GOLD MEDAL- LA International Wine and Spirits Competition 2015 SILVER MEDAL- Pacific Rim Wine Competition 2015 SILVER MEDAL- BC Wine Awards 2015

STORE HOURS

NEW HOURS!
 
MONDAY- SATURDAY: 9:30AM-8:00PM 

SUNDAY: 10:30AM-6:00PM 


HOLIDAY HOURS

DECEMBER 24TH: 9:00AM-6:00PM

DECEMBER 26TH: CLOSED

DECEMBER 31ST: 9:00AM-6:00PM

JANUARY 1ST: CLOSED


 

Featured Wine   

Summerhill Cipes Rose

$29.56 +taxes
PERFECT CHRISTMAS MORNING WINE

100% Pinot Noir cuvee grown at multiple vineyard locations around the Okanagan Valley that were planted and are maintained specifically for sparkling wine production to express a crisp, bright
style. Notes of raspberry, strawberry, kiwi, blood orange, vanilla, almond, and white toast.

The first 75% of juice was pressed after a 48 hour cold-soak on the skins. Made in the traditional method.

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