Media Releases

Government Policy Announcement Good for BC Wine Industry and Sales of BC VQA Wine

For Immediate Release: KELOWNA, BC – Today’s announcement by the provincial government, regarding the implementation of additional Liquor Policy Review recommendations, levels the playing field for the liquor retailing industry,...

BC Icewine Harvest Second Earliest on Record

For Immediate Release: KELOWNA, BC (November 12, 2014) – BC’s annual Icewine harvest got off to a very early start this year, with cold temperatures prompting two wineries to start...

BC Wineries Report Success at Farmers’ Markets

For Immediate Release KELOWNA, BC – The first season of selling local wine, beer and spirits at farmers’ markets in British Columbia was good for consumers, vendors and the markets....

BC Wine Institute Supports Province’s First Ever Sub-Appellation

For Immediate Release: KELOWNA, BC – The British Columbia Wine Institute is lauding the recent decision by the BC Wine Authority to approve the first sub-appellation in the province. Known...

ChefmeetsBCGrape Celebrates 10 Years of Pairing BC VQA Wine and Food

For Immediate Release: September 19, 2014 BRITISH COLUMBIA – After 10 years ChefmeetsBCGrape is still growing strong. With an increase in both ticket sales and attendance by wineries, ChefmeetsBCGrape is...

Wines of British Columbia Expands US Reach with Whole Foods Market Partnership in the Pacific Northwest

For Immmediate Release: October 1, 2014 SEATTLE, WASH – Starting October 1, Wines of British Columbia has increasing availability to US wine consumers. Eight hand-selected BC VQA wines are now...