British Columbia
Being one of the most Northern places in the world that produces wine, it can be a struggle to obtain ripe fruit in cooler years. It is this ripening struggle and the unique soil that create the distinct wines of British Columbia. The majority of wineries still remain quite small yet it is this attention to detail and handcrafted wines that reveal the expression of the land and the best wines of the region.
Varietals
Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Gamay Noir
Climate
Continental
Regions
Okanagan Valley ,Similkameen Valley, Fraser Valley, Vancouver Island, Gulf Islands
Facts
Grapes have been grown since 1859 yet modern wine growing has started only with the last 25 years.