The Okanagan Valley in central British Columbia is the largest and oldest grape growing region in BC. Shielded by the Coastal Mountains, the Okanagan Valley has a climate much like that of Northern France, and looks set to become a region of considerable diversity, producing delicate whites in the north and some substantial Syrah down south.
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Location
Canada's most western province, its coast line bordering on the Pacific
Ocean.
Grapes
- Red: Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir,
Merlot, Cabernet Franc
- White: Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris
and Sauvignon Blanc
Look Out For
- Jackson-Triggs 2001 Proprietors’ Reserve
Viognier
- La Frenz 2001 Chardonnay
- Burrowing Owl 2001 Pinot Noir
- Mission Hill 1999 Estate Syrah
- Sumac Ridge 1998 Red Meritage
- Inniskillin 2000 Vidal Icewine
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Many different varietals are grown, primarily from French and German vinifera grapes. These produce a wide range of styles, from big, ripe reds to fresh, cool whites, and rich, sweet Icewine made from grapes left to freeze naturally on the vine. Blends of reds are also produced, which, like in the US, are called Meritage wines.
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