Summer may be over, but BCs gentle climate allows for exciting road
trips in the early fall.
Our road trip of choice? The Fall Okanagan Wine Tour, where we can be
immersed in gorgeous surroundings with dreamy views and taste some of
the best wines on the continent. So much to see, so much to tasteHere
are top five Okanagan stops:
Tantalus
Tantalus is situated in the eastern
slopes, overlooking Kelowna. Known for its remarkable whites, the winery
is also part gallery, with a tasting room filled with works of art.
Editors pick: Riesling 2010
Nichol
This little gem of a winery is located at
the tail end of Naramata Bench, overlooking Summerland. Nichol creates a
wonderful array of wines cultivated on their unique soils made of
glacial till, granite shards, bedrock and silt.
Editors pick: Cabernet Franc Syrah 2007
La Frenz
Also in Naramata Bench this charming
little winery has swept up lots of awards in the last couple of years.
Using biodynamic practices, its wines are sustainable and as tasty as it
gets.
Editors pick: Sauvignon Blanc 2010
Blue Mountain
Blue Mountain overlooks the
spectacular Vaseaux Lake, near the Okanagan Falls. As one of the oldest
family-operated wineries in the valley, it has championed many new grape
varieties in the region, making deliciouswell, everything.
Editors pick: Gamay Noir 2010
Orofino
Located near Cawston in the Similkameen
Valley, Orofino is Canadas only strawbale constructed winery, keeping
the wines naturally cool in the hot desert summer and maintaining
constant barrel room temperature in winter. Known for exceptional reds,
Orofino is a must visit.
Editors pick: Pinot Noir 2009 Anya Georgijevic
The Fall Okanagan Wine Festival runs from September 29 to October 9,
2011, www.thewinefestivals.com
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