TOP 10 BC PINOT NOIR as tasted by Geoffrey Moss and Anthony Gismondi. Continue »
BC Wine Trends reviews 11 Okanagan sparkling wines. Continue »
5 Okanagan liquor producers that collaborate with visual artists Continue »
Need a book to read while sipping on our Rosé Pét-Nat? Or advice on what books to pair with your favourite Okanagan wines? Continue »
The 2020 harvest in British Columbia was a replay of 2019. Another February deep freeze causing bud damage and low yields. An early October cold snap and snowfall causing harvest challenges. Continue »
Thanks to Laura for including Lightning Rock in her most recent article 'The hidden gems of the Canadian wine industry'. We're 'humbled' to be included alongside some fantastic wineries doing great things. Continue »
Expert tips—plus, 12 tasty and affordable Canadian wines to wet your whistle Continue »
Tight and racy, with red currant, wild raspberry, spring rhubarb skipping across the palate, finishing with an herbal saltiness. Bone dry and vibrant with energy, it forms an excellent balance between acidity and fruit. Continue »
Thank you to John Schreiner for our feature article on the birth and growth of Lightning Rock Winery. "Purchased in 2016, Elysia Vineyard is a mature vineyard with 3 ½ acres of Pinot Noir, one acre of Viognier and half an acre of Syrah. The winery – for the time being a beautifully renovated log home – sits at the top of a steep eastern-facing slope with an exceptional view over Okanagan Lake." Continue »
Dubbed Lightning Rock, the duo’s new project consists of three Summerland vineyards purchased in partnership with Kubek’s father, with a capability of producing 2,500 cases annually. They’re farming all three organically; the Elysia vineyard was initially planted in 2006, the Canyon View vineyard in 2003, and the St. Katharina vineyard in 1968. Continue »