(#147) Vin, from Le Vieux Pin.
Le Vieux Pin Winery is located in Oliver BC. They are a Canadian winery inspired by the wines of France.
Le Vieux Pin Syrah Cuvée Classique 2014
Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada
A stunner. The savoury and structured big brother to LVP's floral Cuvee Violette, Cuvee Classic is from three vineyards across the Black Sage Bench, North Oliver and South Osoyoos. Thirteen months months in 32 percent new French oak barrels before being bottled unfined and unfiltered, the potent and pure southern Okanagan fruit is aptly able to take on the oak. Fresh, with cracked pepper, violets, cured meats, salted black liquorice, medicinal cassis and a savoury vein of bacon fat. Firmly structured without severity, plus seemingly effortless acidly leaves this graceful and alluring now, but will continue to reward with time in the cellar. Impressive.
Le Vieux Pin Winery, Osoyoos BC The Wine Ladies TV
Our wine adventure continues in Osoyoos, BC, where we just tasted another superb wine, the 2010 Vaila Pinot Noir Rose.
Made through the old Burgundian method of Saigne (literally to Bleed) this rose is produced from free run juice and entirely steel tank aged. It is a fun, yet delicate wine absolutely perfect for the summer.
The 2010 Vaila starts with a light salmon pink hue and the flavour profile leans towards rhubarb, pink grape fruit and the amazing bright red fruit BC roses are becoming known for. On the palate its dry, crisp and showcasing textbook balance of components.
A majestic old pine tree stands in the vineyard: Le Vieux Pin. It speaks to the earth and rain and the clean clear air of the South Okanagan. Having created a winery paying hommage to the great personalities and wines of France.
The goal is to make wines that capture the essence of French wine making tradition, but with the fruit and character of the New World. Dedicated to making wines that are elegant and focused, with great intensity of fruit.
The pine tree stands alone.
Le Vieux pin gets lots of love in Zurich
Surreal. to be in the same room as so many legends is very humbling. to be called out a favourite by two respected sommeliers here in Zurich is another thing. South Okanagan valley is indeed a special place. all our hard work is paying off. a big thank you to all the vineyard and winemaking crew. you rock.
LASTELLA WINERY, OSOYOOS, BRITISH COLUMBIA
Winery Overview
B.C. Wines
Derek Kontkanen, Winemaker for Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate and Kurtis Kolt, Sommelier and Wine Consultant for the British Columbia Wine Institute join Fiona and Mike to talk and taste some great B.C. wines.
La Frenz Vineyard Tour
La Frenz winemaker Jeff Martin gives a vineyard tour during the 2013 Wine Bloggers Conference. He's lived in the Okanagan Valley for 20 years.
Originally from Australia, Jeff began working with grapes at the age of 18.
He said, the Okanagan Valley (Naramata Bench) will be known for Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay and Riesling.
A visit from Pascal Madevon of Osoyoos Larose!
Pascal Madevon, Winemaker of famed Okanagan winery, Osoyoos Larose - came by for an impromptu tasting to share with us his newest lineup of gorgeous wines. Learn more here!
One minute and five seconds of Pinot Noir love.MPG
2008 Fraser Valley (Abbotsford) Pinot Noir grapes are lovingly turned to wine by Vern Siemens at Mt. Lehman Winery in Abbotsford, BC.
LaStella Winery, Osoyoos BC - Barrel Program & Decoding the Barrels
La Stella Winery Osoyoos BC - Winemaking Barrels
Hester Creek Winery
Claymasters is an exciting and evolving company. Gerry Monty has taken his knowledge and skill of painting and texturing to develop the technique of clay surfaces.
Gerry, the owner & professional tradesman of Kelowna's Ceiling Repaint Specialist has been in business in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia for more than 30 years. Starting off as an interior/exterior painter, Gerry then specialized in repairing & texturing ceilings.
After years of working with toxic products in the paint industry, Gerry, was introduced to American Clay. He was excited about the material right away and felt it was the time to replace the toxins with a quality natural alternative. Claymasters was started.
There is so much warmth and a certain quality about having Earth on your walls - it really does connect you to nature.
He feels this beautiful product will add value to homes and commercial properties alike. He is committed to excellent craftsmanship, quality customer service and eco-friendly building.
WinecultureTV - Episode 1: Red Rooster & Osoyoos LaRose
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BC Perfect Pairings at Tantalus Vineyards
Osoyoos Larose The Wine Ladies
Our guest this week, the esteemed classically trained in France winemaker Pascal Madevon now working his magic at Osoyoos Larose, in Osoyoos, located at the Okanagan Valley's southern tip in the middle of Canada's only true desert, producing wines celebrated globally and coveted by collectors. We enjoyed a wine tasting of the 'Le Grand Vin' 2006 and 'Le Grand Vin' 2007 as well as a component sampling of varietals that make up the award winning 'Le Grand Vin'. Osoyoos Larose Le Grand Vin is made from the classic Bordeaux varietals that are grown in the unique terroir of British Columbia's Okanagan Valley.
'Le Grand Vin' 2006
VINTAGES 626325
Price: $45.00
This is a superior merlot-dominant blend that shows rich, dense flavours, but not at the expense of balance and structure. There's a load of complexity in the fruit, excellent fruit-acid balance, and still a good grip from the ripe tannins. Give it a couple of years, and drink it in the 2013-2018 window
John Weber Orofino Winery
John Weber of Orofino Winery on the Cawston Bench in the Similkameen Valley talking about his 2010 Pinot Gris
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Young and Wyse, Osoyoos BC The Wine Ladies TV
Our wine adventure continues in Osoyoos, BC, where we just tasted another superb Shiraz! Starting to rank Shiraz among our favourites here in Osoyoos. From Young & Wyse Collection the 2009, what many winemakers are saying was a vintner's dream here in Osoyoos was fabulous! Co-Owner Michelle, exuberant and obliging treated us to a tasting including a white blend Viognier, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer called Amber, after her young daughter. Delish!
LaStella Winery, Osoyoos BC - Harvest Time, Sorting and Crush
La Stella Winery Osoyoos BC - Sorting Grapes, Harvest Time
Valley First Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan Aid Station Summerland BC Sunday, July 10, 2011
Granfondo 160km
Some cyclists will ride casually. Others will race. The beauty of the Granfondo category is that everyone will finish in Penticton with a smile on his/her face. This category is for recreational to advanced riders.
The Granfondo category includes a 160km scenic route along parts of Lake Okanagan and Skaha Lake; more than 1,000m of elevation gain, and alongside some of B.C.'s most beautiful vineyards. Riders will travel through Penticton, Naramata, Summerland, Okanagan Falls, Oliver and Kaleden, passing 34 of the Okanagan's finest wineries.
For the Granfondo course map, click here.
Each Granfondo participant will receive the following:
A fully supported and traffic-controlled ride on some of the most scenic roads in Western Canada
Timing chips for all participants. You'll be able to accurately track your ride time following the race
Full mechanical support throughout the duration of the ride. We'll get you back to the finish-line safe and sound
Several aid and medical stations along the route complete with food and beverages. Our aid stations will provide you with the energy to get going again! And our roving medics are there to assist should the need arise
Secure bike parking during post-event celebrations
An inaugural Valley First Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan musette bag for each and every participant
Pre- and post-event activities and entertainment for you and your family, including the Granfondo Cycling Expo, a complimentary beer at the Tree Brewing beer garden, official Granfondo Wine Tasting, and more...
A Valley First Granfondo Axel Merckx Okanagan (VFGFAMO) commemorative piece to recognize your tremendous achievement on the day. Let's face it, cycling 160km is not easy!
Prizes awarded to the 'top male team', 'female team' and 'mixed team'.
Final results will be posted by 10-year age categories.
Kind Regards,
Raymond
Summerland, Penticton, Okanagan, BC - Real Estate and Homes for Sale - Home Star Realty - Raymond MAASKE
Raymond MAASKE, BBA, CCC, ATM-B
Owner/Agent
5707 Impett Place,
Summerland, BC
V0H 1Z4 Canada
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E-mail: raymond@HomeStarRealty.ca
Phone: 250.488.8764
Words at War: The Ship / From the Land of the Silent People / Prisoner of the Japs
The Yugoslav Front, also known as the National Liberation War, was a complex conflict that took place during World War II (1941--1945) in occupied Yugoslavia. The war began after the Kingdom of Yugoslavia was overrun by Axis forces and partitioned between Germany, Italy, Hungary, Bulgaria and client regimes. Primarily it was a guerilla liberation war fought by the communist-led, republican Yugoslav Partisans against the Axis occupying forces and their locally-established puppet regimes, such as the Independent State of Croatia and the Nedić government. At the same time, it was a civil war between the Yugoslav Partisans and anti-communist paramilitaries, such as the Serbian royalist Chetniks and the Slovene Home Guard, whose level of collaboration and coordination with the Axis occupiers varied.
Both the Yugoslav Partisans and the Chetnik movement initially resisted the occupation. However, after 1941, the Chetniks adopted a policy of collaboration. They collaborated extensively and systematically with the Italian occupation forces until the Italian capitulation, and thereon also with German and Ustaše forces.[13][14] The Axis mounted a series of offensives intended to destroy the Partisans, coming close to doing so in winter and spring of 1943. Despite the setbacks, the Partisans remained a credible fighting force, gaining recognition from the Western Allies and laying the foundations for the post-war Yugoslav state. With support in logistics, equipment, training, and air power from the Western Allies, and Soviet ground troops in the Belgrade Offensive, the Partisans eventually gained control of the entire country and of border regions of Italy and Austria.
The human cost of the war was enormous. The number of war victims is still in dispute, but is generally agreed to have been at least one million. Non-combat victims included the majority of the country's Jewish population, many of whom perished in concentration and extermination camps (e.g. Jasenovac, Banjica) run by the client regimes. In addition, the Croatian Ustaše regime committed genocide against local Serbs and Roma, the Chetniks pursued ethnic cleansing against the Muslim and Croat population, and Italian occupation authorities against Slovenes. German troops also carried out mass executions of civilians in retaliation for resistance activity (Kragujevac massacre). Finally, during and after the final stages of the war, Yugoslav authorities and Partisan troops carried out reprisals, including the deportation of the Danube Swabian population, forced marches and executions of thousands of captured collaborators and civilians fleeing their advance (Bleiburg massacre), and atrocities against the Italian population in Istria (Foibe killings).
Aldo and Gurv visit Vancouver Urban Winery
While travelling around British Columbia, Quench Magazine editor-in-chief, Aldo Parise and Gurvinder Bhatia (the wine editor) dropped into East Vancouver's Urban Winery. Here are their field notes.
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