April has officially been proclaimed BC Wine Month by the Government of British Columbia — and for those of us who have spent years exploring vineyards, tasting rooms, and the people behind the bottles, it feels both well deserved and perfectly timed. As winter gives way to spring, something special begins to happen across BC […]

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There’s something about the Vancouver International Wine Festival that keeps us coming back year after year. Maybe it’s the wines. Maybe it’s the people. Most likely, it’s both. Stacey and Mike had the chance to attend three separate sessions this year — from the Festival Toast through to a final Saturday afternoon tasting — and […]

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With the 47th annual ⁠Vancouver International Wine Festival⁠ taking place March 7–14, 2026 and spotlighting France, Mike Klassen sits down with festival Executive Director Harry Hertscheg for a wide-ranging conversation about wine, culture, and the institutions that bring people together. Harry has led the Vancouver International Wine Festival for nearly 25 years, helping grow it into Canada’s premier wine […]

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After years of debate, policy hurdles, and more than a few false starts, wine has finally arrived on grocery store shelves in the City of Vancouver. On a recent weekend afternoon, Stacey and I made our first visit to the new wine department at the Save-On-Foods at Cambie and West 7th Avenue to see what […]

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For anyone passionate about British Columbia wines, John Schreiner is a name that resonates deeply. A true icon of our local industry, John’s dedication to chronicling the evolving landscape of BC wine is unparalleled. His regular dispatches offer invaluable insights, and today, we’re taking a moment to highlight some of his recent reports that showcase […]

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