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Hester Creek’s Fall Release Wines To Be Launched In Vancouver Sept 18 & 19

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Hester Creek Estate Winery is located at 877 Road 8 (PO Box 1605) in Oliver, BC | 250-498-4435 | www.hestercreek.com

The GOODS from Hester Creek Estate Winery

Vancouver, BC | With vines that were planted in the sandy soil of the Golden Mile Bench as early as 1968, Hester Creek Estate Winery is firmly rooted in the South Okanagan. This September though, winemaker Rob Summers and general manager Mark Sheridan will be leaving the valley to bring the winery to the Lower Mainland.

On Sept. 18 and 19, Summers and Sheridan will be rolling through Metro Vancouver on a whistle-stop tour that will include events for media, trade and for the public. They’ll be bringing the winery’s newest fall releases along for the ride. “We always love pouring new releases for our longtime fans, and filling them in on what we’ve been up to. On this trip we also hope to make some new fans; to introduce our wines to people who haven’t tried them,” says Summers. Among the new releases they’ll be packing for the trip: the lush Chardonnay 2012, with subtle oak and toast; the Reserve Block 2 Merlot 2011, from some of the valley’s oldest vines; and of course, they’ll be bringing The Judge 2010, a powerful blend of Bordeaux red varietals.

Wine lovers can catch up with Summers and Sheridan during a very special winemaker’s dinner, taking place Wednesday, Sept. 18 at Wild Rice Restaurant in River Market at Westminster Quay. Chefs Todd Bright and Caroline Levy have created a four-course menu that will showcase the versatility of Hester Creek’s wines and the unique Modern Chinese style of Wild Rice. With the Chardonnay, diners will enjoy Salmon Tartar with Wonton Crisps. Duck Confit Spring Rolls are well matched with the Character Red 2012, and the classic main course, Beef Bourguignon, is perfectly paired with the award-winning Reserve Block 3 Cabernet Franc 2010. With dessert, diners will enjoy the Late Harvest Pinot Blanc 2012. Seats at this epicurean experience are just $60 (includes four courses, wine pairings, taxes and gratuity). Dinner begins with a reception at 6:30 p.m. For more information or to reserve, visit www.wildricevancouver.com, call Wild Rice at 778-397-0028 or email [email protected].

Consumers can also sample new releases from Hester Creek on Thursday, Sept. 19, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the 39th & Cambie Signature Tasting Room. This free tasting will allow wine lovers to mix and match Hester Creek’s wines with samples of Vij’s At Home, the popular curries from renowned South Granville restaurant, Vij’s. They’ll be able to discover which flavours and pairings they like best, as they chat with the winemaker who made them. The 39th & Cambie Signature BC Liquor Store is located at 5555 Cambie St. in Vancouver. You can learn more about Hester Creek Family Estate after the jump…

DETAILS

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877 Road 8 (PO Box 1605) | Oliver, BC V0H 1T0
Telephone: 250-498-4435 or Toll Free 1-866-498-4435
Web: www.hestercreek.com | Facebook | Twitter

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The People

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Owner – Curt Garland
General Manager – Mark Sheridan
Winemaker – Robert Summers

About Hester Creek Estate Winery

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Hester Creek Estate Winery is situated within some of British Columbia’s oldest vineyards in the bountiful Golden Mile region. The 95-acre, Mediterranean-influenced grounds, winery, and guest Villa evoke an old-world sense of tranquility. Discover winemaker Rob Summers’ fresh, lively wines that truly convey the extraordinary place where they were grown. Relax on the patio among the vines, browse in the wine shop or dine at Tuscan inspired, Terrafina. The Hester Creek guest centre offers tutored tastings, food and wine pairings, live music and BBQ lunches in the summer and cooking classes throughout the year. Having a private dining room, a private Tuscan patio and a demonstration kitchen all built for 12-14 guests, this is the perfect place for you next intimate gathering. Visit one of the world’s most recent and exciting wine discoveries. The South Okanagan Valley’s Golden Mile Bench and Hester Creek await guests’ arrival.