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Meet the Family Behind this Iconic BC Winery

The GOODS from Poplar Grove

Penticton, BC | Poplar Grove is an estate vineyard of some 100 acres ideally situated on the Okanagan Valley’s beautiful Naramata Bench near Penticton. As one of the oldest wineries on the Bench (first vintage was in 1995), it has long been emblematic of the region’s enthusiasm for the vine and the possibilities it presents to those with vision, patience, passion, and expertise.

Those characteristics are exemplified by the Holler family, owners of Poplar Grove since 2007 and the engine that has not only built the new, spectacular jewel of a winery facility (home to The Vanilla Pod restaurant) but also steered the company to its present status as one of Canada’s most respected producers of sought after and cellarable wines. As this short video shows, it truly is a family-run operation: Tony and Barbara Holler oversee the business while sons Chris, Andrew, Matthew and Eric all work in the vineyards.

Poplar Grove is anchored by six award-winning wines that benefit from a meticulously managed barrel aging and bottle cellaring program. If Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah and the signature blend, The Legacy, define the winery’s core red portfolio (minimum 18 months maturation in French Oak with another 18-30 months in the bottle), it’s the Chardonnay and Pinot Gris that make up their core whites, which are released the year after harvest to ensure the primary fruit flavours are preserved. The 2017 Pinot Gris has just been released, with tasting notes tempting as follows:

Pale gold splashes in the glass. Captivating essences of freshly pitted nectarines, lime zest, and honey suckle tempt the nose. This Pinot Gris’ lush palate of Fiji apple, apricot, and Okanagan peach balances with refreshing acidity and hidden notes of honey dew. Smooth minerality and a delicate mouthfeel make this classic Pinot Gris a show stopping pairing for summer salads and soft ripened cheese.

So fans of Poplar Grove could be guaranteed access to such sought after bottles, the Hollers engineered Poplar Grove’s Wine Club, which gives members the opportunity to secure limited release wines, member’s only wines and library wines; a 10% discount on all Poplar Grove wine purchased at the winery; an invitation to the annual member appreciation event; and much more.

For more information on Poplar Grove, please visit www.poplargrove.ca and follow them on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

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Region: The Okanagan
425 Middle Bench Road North, Penticton
250-493-9463