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Wine-Maker Notes and Photos of August

As we look forward to the upcoming Harvest months ahead, we wanted to share some of the unique notes and photos taken by our very own wine-maker Wade Stark throughout the month of August.  It's was a wet start to the year, but August was a hot and sunny month!  We're looking forward, with our fingers crossed, for more great weather in September.

August 5th: "Sauvignon blanc 'sprawl' canopy management in a Council's Punch Bowl Block on Black Sage Rd."

August 5th: "Wild horses overlooking the very same Sauv Blanc sprawl."

August 19th: "I believe this is a Robin's home amongst the vines in our Naramata vineyards."

 

August 24th:  "Just about at veraison in the Pinot Noir today in West Kelowna."

 

Happy Harvest time ahead everyone!

Feast of Fields Lower Mainland - A Delightful Day in Delta

What an awesome Sunday!  Sure it was a little grey and a LOT windy at times, but spirits we're definitely high as a sold out crowd turned up to enjoy some of the best food and wine the Lower Mainland has to offer, all the while raising money to aid FarmFolk/CityFolk’s work throughout the province.

A huge thanks to the huge array of people who stopped by our booth to check out some Prospect wines. We brought with us four wines we're very proud of: Fats Johnson Pinot Noir, Red Willow Shiraz, Ogopogo's Lair Pinot Grigio and Larch Tree Hill Reisling. 

There were almost too many great foods to be sampled in one afternoon (though we sure tried) with delicacies from Coast, Bao Bei, Two Chefs And A Table, The Pointe Restaurant and so many more.

Here's a sampling of our favorite photos from the day. For the full photo blog, visit our Prospect Facebook Page.

The line up is getting long, people are ready to get to tasting!

The guys at Coast Restaurant are busy prepping..

Pinot Grigio and Reisling chilled and ready..

The tasting is in full swing!

 The gorgeous colours of summer ripe tomatoes

 

A major kid favorite.. the Osoyoos 'Peaches n Cream Crocodiles'

 

Everyone found themselves the perfect picnic spot to relax and enjoy the day!

 
 
 
 

Winemaker Wade Stark on Urban Rush Today!

 

Summer has finally touched down in British Columbia and judging by the smiling faces all around on this gorgeous Friday, we couldn't be happier!  With everyone prepping for a quintessential  BC summer weekend ahead, it's the perfect time to brush up on what wines to grab for your outdoor picnic, party and patio soiree. 

Just our luck.. Prospect Winery's very own head winemaker Wade Stark has traveled down from the Okanagan today to be a special guest on Shaw TV's talk show Urban Rush.  Wade will be highlighting some of his choices for great Prospect wines for summer and the art of pairing with delicious summer dishes!

Be sure to tune in!   For Local Times in your city, visit the Urban Rush website.

Win A Golf Weekend For 2 At Predator Ridge Golf Resort

A day spent in the fresh air and sunshine, with good friends and cool drinks. Is there really anything better?  Well maybe a full weekend of it!

We're getting in on the good old fashion fun and we want you to as well.  That's why we've partnered with the amazing folks at Predator Ridge Golf Resort to offer you a fantastic Golf Retreat Weekend For Two! 

Nestled in the Okanagan Valley, Predator Ridge boasts 200 acres of immaculately-groomed fairways, natural lakes and streams, rugged pine-covered ridges, and wheatgrass meadows,  the golf course is the only two-time winner of the BCPGA.  And after a day on the course, enjoy the fine dining, spa treatment and tons of amenities the Okanagan has to offer.  

Click HERE to enter.

  

Canada keeps winning medals...

 With the Paralympic Games coming to a close this weekend, it makes me incredibly proud and sad at the same time. I have loved experiencing the excitment and joy of the last 6 weeks, watching Canadian athletes succeed and struggle, overcoming obstacles and achieving momumental greatness celebrated by Canadians coast to coast. With so many international eyes upon our country, people across the globe have learned how lucky we are to be Canadian, with our natural beauty, our friendly personalities and our local products made right here in our backyard. Canadian athletes weren't the only people receiving winning accolades over the last 6 weeks - Prospect Winery received some great reviews over the Olympic period for our 100% BC wines. Pick one of these award-winning wines tonight and be the judge for yourself...

Larch Tree Hill Riesling 2008

This is a fantastic find among BC Rieslings - a pristine version with aromas of crisp apples and apricot, fragrant citrus blossoms and lime peel. The palate is snappy with flavours that echo the aromas - orchard apples and apricots in honey and a mix of lime and pomelo citrus. A juicy wine, buzzing with vibrant acidity and just a kiss of sweetness to take the edge off... Great value! Daena von Mulligen, Wine Diva

 

Haynes Barn Merlot Cabernet 2007

Ganton & Larsen's Prospect winery is a rising star in the Okanagan. This is a stylish, medium-bodied blend with supple red berry and cherry aromas and a palate full of cassis, blackberries and plums. The finish is rich and long. A food-friendly wine perfect with burgers, pastas, veal and roasted meats. – Nick Lees, Edmonton Journal 

Great Success at W2

For 17 days from February 12 to February 28, the world is watching Vancouver and the thousands of athletes and visitors celebrating sport and culture. W2 Culture + Media House is providing a venue for independent social media and journalists to come together and document this momentous event, sharing stories, photos, blogs, status updates and tweets with the world. There are daily press conferences and a full day media conference was just held on Monday to discuss the success and reflections of the never-before official social media centre. 

An estimated 500-700 people have been visiting the centre daily and while there, guests can enjoy complimentary glasses of Prospect Wines and hors d’oeuvres as well as having access to meeting space, printing services, fully wired computer workstations, and tickets to the Cultural Olympiad. It's a historic event, having social media as an integral part of Olympic reporting and we will continue to see it become a more prominent component of reporting in future Olympics.

If you are able, stop by and enjoy W2 at 112 W Hastings, Vancouver, BC, which will continue to be open long after the games are complete, providing a great space to encourage journalism at its finest. 

 

Olympic Fever Around the World!

The Vancouver 2010 Olympics are here - bringing the province and the country to life as the games take place in our backyard. Prospect has the incredible opportunity to be directly involved in a new initiative at W2 Culture + Media House. This house provides a great space for bloggers and media from around the world covering the Olympic story. Tonight is the opening night celebrating the launch of this new venue and partnership of media, independent journalists and bloggers from around the world. 

If you are a blogger, journalist, wine lover or just caught up in the Olympic fever, join us for a glass of Prospect wine from 4-7pm tonight, Thursday February 11th to celebrate the lauch of W2, at 112 West Hastings, Vancouver.

Directions and more information about W2 can be found at www.creativetechnology.org.

Caught the Fire?

Does anyone else love the RBC torch commercial that shows a fire being lit across the country? It makes me feel so incredibly proud of our athletes and our nation as we bring the world to our great province in just over 2 weeks. It brings me to tears with a feeling of pride as I have been watching the Olympic torch videos which show the torch bearers running through their local streets and sharing personal moments of sheer joy with strangers on the street. On Monday, the torch came through the Okanagan, bonding us to the rest of the nation who have already watched the torch pass by and uniting us with the spirit and hype of the next month as the games take place. Check out the video of the torch being in the Okanagan on day 88 of the torch - I hope it makes you proud of our great country and our great Okanagan region.  The video encapsulates the of joy felt throughout our great cities and also includes a tour of another beautiful Okanagan winery.  

Goodbye Christmas, Hello Valentine's Day!

Did anyone else notice how quickly Christmas turned into Valentine's Day in retail stores this year? I was in the mall between Christmas and New Years and watched the Hallmark card shop pulling out all of its left-over Christmas cards and dropping in "I Love You Valentine" cards! Alas, I guess when one holiday is over it is time to begin preparing and celebrating the next! With that thinking, if you have already starting to plan how you would like to share time with a valentine in your life, mark you calendar for Thursday January 21st. Prospect Winery and The Smoking Dog Bistro are hosting a 4 course Valentine's Day dinner with 4 wines for $49 per person.

Join Ashlyn Walsh from Prospect Winery as she discusses the wines and the delicious pairings. The menu includes: 

• Grilled Endive with Pear and Hazelnut paired with Townsend Jack Unoaked Chardonnay
• Seared Albacore Tuna, Balsamic Reduction and Rock Wren Pinot Noir
• Wine Marinated Chuck Steak, Apple Mash Potato served with Red Willow Shiraz
• Mixed Cheese Plate paired with Larch Tree Hill Riesling

 
To enjoy this yummy meal with a sweetie in your life, reserve your seat with The Smoking Dog Bistro at 604-732-8811. Directions available on their website.

Happy Early Valentine's Day!

January... back to basics!

I'm not sure about you, but December was such a wonderful month full with parties and festivities and a gorging of desserts, snacks, cheese, mamosas and oh so much delicious wine. Devouring everything in site during the holidays means it is back to the basics in January. Here at the winery, we are all dedicating ourselves to eating better, going to the gym and even contemplating the wine we enjoy!

 However... I must admit it is difficult to cut out (or down) on that glass or two of wine, especially when we work in this spectacular location overlooking the vineyards. The talk about wine and getting healthy started a discussion about "Is Wine Healthy for You?". There are so many studies out there that talk about the affects of wine and alcohol and how it is bad for you. But after some digging on google, we decided to side with the experts that a glass of wine a day has great benefits for your body like protecting your heart and lowering cholestrol and also for your mind - you just need to be conscious of that glass and truly enjoy it. The average 4oz glass of wine has about 100 calories, which even while on a diet, a glass a great BC wine can be included! So watch out January - I am hitting the gym, eating my veggies and also having a well deserved glass of Prospect wine along the way. Let me know how your dieting and lifestyle choices are going and I will keep you updated as well. A well-deserved December, leads to a basic January (plus that enjoyable glass or two of wine!)