Swirl Around BC Wine Expo returns at the Pan Pacific hotel in Vancouver on September 24, 2024. The expo is a full-day event hosted by Wine Growers BC to celebrate the BC wine industry.
When in the tasting room, be sure to visit these BC wine booths to taste the wines and meet the people behind it:
· Blasted Church Vineyards
· Haywire Winery
· Garnet Valley Ranch Winery
· SpearHead Winery
Blasted Church Vineyards
Who to meet from Blasted Church:
· Lone Tree Cellars sale agents for Blasted Church Vineyards
Wine to taste:
· 2018 OMG, sparkling
· 2022 Viognier
· 2019 Syrah
· 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon
Regions: Okanagan Valley Skaha Bench, Okanagan Valley
Social handle: @blastedchurch
Website: blastedchurch.com
About Blasted Church Vineyards
Located in the heart of British Columbia's Okanagan Valley, Blasted Church Vineyards is known for its premium wines and playful branding. For more than 20 years, the winery has amassed a loyal following of wine lovers who appreciate its unique approach to winemaking, commitment to quality, and ability to combine the serious business of producing high-quality wine with a fun approach to life and love of wine. Blasted Church Vineyards is a family-owned and operated winery located in Okanagan Falls, British Columbia.
Haywire Winery
Who to meet from Haywire:
· Christine Coletta, owner of Okanagan Crush Pad
· Andrew Raines, VP sales & marketing for Okanagan Crush Pad
· Kat D’Costa, winemaker and sustainability officer for Okanagan Crush Pad
Kat is a panelist at Seminar 3: Romancing the Clone: What We Talk About When We Talk About Wine
Wines to taste:
· 2018 The Bub, Chardonnay/Pinot Noir
· 2020 Switchback Pinot Gris
· 2022 Rosé Gamay
· 2022 Pinot Noir
Regions: Okanagan Valley, Summerland Lakefront
Social handle: @haywirewine
Website: haywirewinery.com
About Haywire Winery
In 2009, Haywire emerged as a virtual wine brand with the first harvest from Switchback Vineyard. Despite practical considerations, the compelling vision of crafting wine won out and the "haywire" plan gained momentum. Today, Haywire has become a recognized name not only across Canada but also in Europe.
With a bold label and modern year-round tasting lounge, visitors to Summerland are invited to unwind and relish in personalized service, with lovely views of the lake and vineyards as they savour their favourite Haywire wines.
Haywire boasts a diverse portfolio of wines that exquisitely capture the unique cool climate terroir of the central Okanagan, all while embracing a "less is more" approach.
Garnet Valley Ranch Winery
Who to meet from Garnet Valley Ranch:
· Andrew Raines, VP Sales & Marketing for Okanagan Crush Pad
· Christine Coletta, owner of Okanagan Crush Pad
Christine is a panelist at Seminar 2: How to Wine Friends and Influence People
Wines to taste:
· Traditional Method Sparkling 2016, Chardonnay/Pinot Noir
· 2022 Chardonnay
· 2022 Pinot Noir
· 2020 Free Form Vin Gris, Pinot Noir
Region: Summerland Valley
Social handle: @garnetvalleyranchwinery
Website: okanagancrushpad.com/garnet-valley-ranch-winery
About Garnet Valley Ranch
Located in the secluded backroads of Summerland BC, Garnet Valley Ranch spans over 320 acres of breathtaking land, carefully divided into thoughtfully planned plots, surrounded by untouched native habitat. The farm operates in sync with the natural rhythms dictated by the Earth, its solar system, and the influential cycles of the moon. Garnet Valley Ranch offers classic cool-climate wines made from the highest elevation vineyard in the Okanagan Valley.
SpearHead Winery
Who to meet from SpearHead Winery:
· Marina and Bill Knutson, proprietors of SpearHead Winery
· Grant Stanley, winemaker and GM of SpearHead Winery
Grant is a panelist at Seminar 1: The Possibilities of Pinot
Wines to taste:
· 2022 Saddle Block Pinot
· 2022 Okanagan Valley Pinot
· 2022 Pinot Gris
· 2023 Chardonnay
Regions: Okanagan Valley, East Kelowna Slopes
Social handle: @spearheadwinery
Website: spearheadwinery.com
About SpearHead Winery
SpearHead Winery, located on the benchlands of Southeast Kelowna in the East Kelowna Slopes Sub-GI, focuses on producing high-quality wines from estate-grown and select Okanagan Valley vineyards. Known for its vineyard-designated Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays, SpearHead showcases the unique terroir of its vineyards. The winery also produces aromatic whites, including Pinot Gris and Riesling.
The wine shop, nestled in the estate vineyard, features an inviting patio and lawn area for guests to enjoy during warmer months. Seated tastings are led by knowledgeable team members. Visit the SpearHead website for information on special events, promotions, and participation opportunities throughout the year.