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The B.C. Day long weekend is almost here, if you can believe it. That means it’s a perfect weekend to celebrate the wines, beers, ciders, and spirits of our province.
We produce some superb sips, and the selections below are some favourite B.C. bottles and cans generally available from JAK’s Beer, Wine, Spirits shops – including an exclusive wine -- around the province.
Might make a fine B.C. box to safely share with pals in your bubble.
White wine: Synchromesh Riesling 2019
Every year, the wines from this small producer in Okanagan Falls sell out quickly and early, and you may need to move fast on this one, an exclusive to JAK’s.
The grapes from four vineyards go into this sharp, but very slightly off-dry Riesling. Granny Smith apple and pear notes, this is a refreshing way to start the long weekend with some seafood-themed snacks on the patio.
Craft Beer: Slackwater Brewing Tight Lines Helles Lager
One of the newer breweries in downtown Penticton, Slackwater is part of a growing community putting the Okanagan on the map of must-visit spots to visit for a pint.
It's a dry lager, crisp and light with some brioche notes hidden on the back palate. Why not make this your long weekend Saturday morning breakfast brew?
Spirit: Sherigham Distillery Seaside Gin
Named the best contemporary gin at World Gin Awards, this spirit from Vancouver Island will remind you of trips to the Pacific Ocean.
The botanicals come from the land and the sea, it’s elegant and clean, with notes of a salty wave washing over a lemon tree. Simply sip it with a squeeze of citrus or create a cocktail for happy hour.
Red Wine: Moraine Pinot Noir 2018
Get ready for your Saturday or Sunday night barbecue with this carefully crafted Pinot. It’s “very Naramata” in its expression of floral notes mixed with freshly picked cherries on the nose, lightly oaked and toasty with light tannins.
Grill some portobello mushrooms for veggie burgers topped with a creamy aioli, prep some pork skewers, or pick up pulled pork mac and cheese from a local restaurant.
Cider: Nomad Traditional Dry
The bottle is reminiscent of the stubbies of yesteryear, but at 500ml, big enough to share. Crafted with minimal intervention, it pays homage to English ciders. It's nice and dry with crisp apple notes; consider this your palate cleanser after a weekend of indulgence.
Find a JAK’s near you: https://www.jaks.com/
UPCOMING EVENTS
July 30, Naramata: Join Joy Road Catering at Terravista Vineyards for a multi-course dinner.
Aug 1-2, Kelowna: Head to Prospera Place for a drive-thru food truck festival.
Through Aug. 3, Oliver: The Wienery food truck will be at Bartier Bros winery on Saturdays and Sundays.
Aug 6, Summerland: Dirty Laundry hosts a lobster dinner (reservation for parties of six).
Aug 9, Kelowna: Grizzli Winery hosts an outdoor summer market.
July to September, Kelowna: CedarCreek Winery hosts its Winery of the Year Dinner Series on select dates.
This article is written by or on behalf of an outsourced columnist and does not necessarily reflect the views of Castanet.
