The Wines of British Columbia honoured at London’s celebrated International Wine and Spirit Competition
November 24, 2011 (Kelowna, BC) The Wines of British Columbia are being recognized once again by the world’s top wine competition, having received over 100 awards including the trophy for ‘Best Dessert Wine’.
At the awards banquet held on November 16, Mission Hill Family Estate Winery was given the prestigious title of ‘Canadian Wine Producer of the Year’ having received 20 awards, including 2 Gold – Best in Class nods for their 2005 Select Lot Collection Riesling Icewine and 2009 Reserve Riesling Icewine.
Jackson-Triggs Okanagan Estate, also a finalist for the Canadian Wine Producer of the Year with an impressive 12 medals, was recognized at the banquet as well, receiving the trophy for ‘Best Dessert Wine’ for the second year in a row for their 2007 Proprietors’ Reserve Riesling Icewine.
BC Wine Institute Executive Director, Miles Prodan is excited to see such prominent international recognition. “The International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC) recognizes the best of the best in the wine world and we are so proud of all the local winners. These awards truly demonstrate the outstanding quality of the Wines of British Columbia.”
Overall, the Wines of British Columbia received over 100 medals at the influential competition, nearly 20% more than last year. For a full list of awards, visit https://www.winebc.com/awards.
Find the award-winning wines at the wineries or at fine wine stores such as BC VQA wine stores throughout the province.
About the International Wine and Spirit Competition
Founded in 1969, the International Wine and Spirit Competition is recognized as the world’s premier competition of its kind. Receiving entries from over 82 countries, its aim is to promote the quality and excellence of the world’s best wines, spirits and liqueurs. www.iwsc.net
For further information:
Lindsay Kelm
Communications Manager
tel. 250-762-9744 ext. 103
cell. 250-317-8688
British Columbia Wine Institute
Suite 107 – 1726 Dolphin Avenue
Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 9R9
phone. 250-762-9744
toll free. 1-800-661-2294
fax. 250-762-9788
About the BC Wine Institute (BCWI)
Since 1990, the BCWI has played a pivotal role in taking BC’s wine industry from a vision to an internationally recognized niche region producing premium wines and providing quality wine tourism experiences.
Representing 119 member wineries throughout the province, the BCWI supports and markets the Wines of British Columbia (BC VQA), which gives consumers assurance they are buying a wine that is 100% from BC. The BCWI also markets the Wine Regions of BC; delivers quality trade, media and consumer tastings; and acts as the voice of BC’s wine industry by advocating to government on behalf of its members.
About BC VQA
BC VQA = 100% BC Wine. BC VQA is an appellation of origin system that guarantees authenticity of origin and stipulates minimum quality standards for BC wines. Please visit winebc.com to learn more.
