Spring releases, seasonal sippers, and tried-and-true choices all deserve a place at the table when it comes to wines perfect for celebrating National Wine Day. Here’s what to enjoy that day—and all spring season long. —Catherine Dunwoody
Blasted Church Unorthodox Chardonnay 2025 is only available to Wine Club members, and we do love a good exclusive offering, don’t we? The label, inspired by Sandro Botticelli (1440–1510), features the goddess Venus aboard a ferry headed to her own BC Gulf Island escape. Expect this unusual Chardonnay to delight with notes of lemon, pineapple, and spicy muscat.
Penfolds Koonunga Hill Chardonnay 2023 is a classic Australian white with subtle oak, citrusy notes, a bit of minerality, and an excellent price point. Perfect with a Cobb salad or mushroom risotto.
Little Engine Wines 2022 Gold Chardonnay is worth a visit to the Naramata Bench winery to discover this premium Chardonnay and the other spring releases. Hints of sun-ripened peach, crème brûlée, and biscuit swirl in the glass.
Black Hills Estate Winery Chardonnay 2023 offers hints of citrus, BC apple blossom, and toasted spice in a slightly acidic wine. Pair it with a creamy cheese platter for spring entertaining.
Rewild Wines 2023 Pinot Grigio comes from the Australian winery known for making affordable, easy-sipping wines. Grab a bottle or two to bring along to your next brunch with friends.
Gray Monk Estate Winery 2024 Odyssey Pinot Gris comes from the Lake Country winery, with grapes sourced from vines originally planted in 1976. The winery is especially proud to have produced a wine from 2024, which was a very challenging year for the BC wine industry, as we know.
Township 7 Vineyards & Winery 2025 Sauvignon Blanc, from the BC brand’s Oliver winery, is bright and refreshing, pairing beautifully with pesto pasta or a goat cheese salad. Expect notes of lime zest, tropical fruit, and lively acidity.
Red Rooster Winery Sauvignon Blanc 2025 is bright, freshly herbal, and light-bodied. A perfect patio sipper with a fun new label to match.
Nk’Mip Cellars Riesling 2025 from Osoyoos holds its own beautifully alongside flavourful Thai or Indian dishes.
Little Engine Wines 2025 Elevation Rosé—with its clear bottle and eye-catching label artwork—is instantly intriguing. This lovely pink wine from Naramata Bench deserves a permanent place in your wine fridge all season long.
Tinhorn Creek Vineyards Rosé 2025 has a fresh new label, but the wine itself remains as carefully crafted as ever. This vintage is aromatic and crisp, with hints of the BC fruit grown in the region.
Nk’Mip Cellars Storytellers 2025 Rosé is a beauty, with a cheerful hue that practically hints at the warmer months ahead. And if you’ve never visited the Osoyoos winery, tasting room, and restaurant, consider this your sign.
Tormaresca Calafuria Rosé 2023 is the palest blush pink—juicy, light, and exactly the kind of rosé the Italians do so well. Sip it alongside an antipasto platter of olives, tuna, white beans, and grilled bread.
Township 7 Vineyards & Winery 2022 Benchmark Series Reserve 7 is something special: a Merlot-based Bordeaux-style blend with notes of black cherry, plum, and eucalyptus. Balanced with acidity and subtle herbal hints, it’s ideal for aging.
See Ya Later Ranch Sparkling Brut offers excellent value at a great price point. If in doubt when choosing a BC sparkling, this is always a reliable pick—crisp, dry, and universally loved.
Laughing Stock Vineyards Market Bubble 2021 is a beautiful sparkling wine from the award-winning BC winery with the unforgettable name. Serve it as guests arrive at any spring gathering.
And finally, Segura Viudas Brut remains a classic Spanish cava: semi-dry, well-priced, and always a crowd-pleaser thanks to its clean finish and bright acidity.
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