Fairview Cellars is the culmination of a life long quest of Bill Eggert’s to own and operate his own winery. The 10-acre property, located adjacent to the first green of the Fairview Mountain Golf Course, was purchased by Bill in 1989. The vineyard was started in 1993, and the first commercial vintage was in 1997. Half the property was planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, and most of the rest is Cabernet Franc and Merlot. One row of Syrah and one row of Petit Verdot were added later, and Sauvignon Blanc was planted in 2007.

Bill will be joining us, and – let your inner wine geek celebrate - he’ll be bringing along some very cool wines, including the 2007 Sauvignon Blanc, 2012 Two Hoots Red Blend under two different screwcap closures, and the 2005 Cabernet Franc and the 2004 Bear Meritage under both cork and screwcap.

MENU
There will be a vegetarian menu created closer to the date of the dinner; please let us know if you wish a vegetarian menu.
Other substitutions for allergy reasons only, please.

First Course
Beets, Baby Kale, King Cole Blue Cheese, Grapefruit Zest, Olive Oil 
2007 Fairview Cellars Sauvignon Blanc

Second Course
Seared Rare Duck Breast, Beluga lentils, Roast Pickled Pearl Onion, Lavender Jus
2012 Fairview Cellars Two Hoots x 2

Third Course
Herb Dijon Crusted Lamb Chop, Sage Gnocchi, Pan Jus
2005 Fairview Cellars Cabernet Franc x 2

Fourth Course
Bavette Steak, Green Peppercorn Creme Demi-Glace, Smoked Tomato
2004 Fairview Cellars The Bear x 2

Dessert course
Mini Raspberry Creme Brûlée
Coffee/Tea

BLUE MOUNTAIN BY THE SEA: A 10-year vertical tasting of the award-winning Blue Mountain Reserve Pinot Noir led by Christie Mavety of Blue Mountain.

Growing up on the estate, it was natural for Christie Mavety to work in the vineyard, in the plant nursery, and in the winery cellar during her high school years as a summer job.  During those years she became familiar with the operation of the vineyards and as well as the processing of the grapes from harvest to bottling. Christie now works at the management level in Sales & Marketing, and we are very pleased to have her with us at this tasting.

Come and join your fellow BC wine lovers for some fun in the sun in beautiful Kerrisdale. Members Larry & Maggie have graciously offered to host us again in their gorgeous backyard – the fun includes badminton, bocce, patio, shady trees, and an in-ground salt-water pool!

We’ll be bringing some great selections from the BCWAS wine cellar. There will be something for everyone, including some fresh new Roses (magnums no less!), crisp whites (with a rare White Pinot Noir), and hearty, food-friendly reds going all the way back to 2008!

All the food will be provided by our very own corporate member Trish Bell, owner of Casalinga Foods. There will be all kinds of delicious nibbles – you will not go hungry! BCWAS will provide all the necessary picnic stuff: plates, cutlery, napkins, and of course pitchers of water. Don’t forget to drink lots of water!
 
What do you need to bring? Your lawn chair or a blanket, and, of course, your appetite. Don’t forget sunscreen, a hat, and your swimsuit!

Transit Directions:

• It’s only a two block easy walk from the Route 49 bus stop at 49th & Larch.
• Bus Route 49 leaves from the Langara/49th stop of the Canada Line; it also connects with Routes 10, 16, 17, and 22.
• Use the Translink Trip Planning site to find the best route from where you live:
  • Enter your nearest intersection or Skytrain station as the departure point, and enter “Elm St @ W 47th Ave, Vancouver” as the destination or  “Going To” point.
  • Set the date for Saturday August 11th.

There is free street parking, but this will be a long, warm afternoon with lots of wine. As always, we recommend that you take transit (we will provide you with a free ticket home!).

Be one of the lucky people on the 13th annual BCWAS Bus Tour this September! This year, we’re visiting West Kelowna: so many new wineries have opened since our last visit there that we are really looking forward to visiting the area again! Highlights will include a lunch at Quails’ Gate Winery’s Old Vines Restaurant, a dinner at Blu Saffron Bistro at Volcanic Hills Estate Winery, and a catered lunch at Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery.

​All of our destinations have lovely vineyard and/or lake views. Each winery is also doing a special tasting just for us! When we said we were coming to visit, each winery offered to do something fun – and they’re all different. Truly, the BC wineries know just how special you all are!
 
We’ll be based at the Best Western Plus Wine Country Hotel in West Kelowna (NOT the Best Western on Hwy 97 in Kelowna). We’ve reserved a block of rooms, and several keeners have already booked! Our nightly rate is $169, and this includes breakfast. Hotel amenities include restaurant, pool (with waterslide!), hot tub, gym, business centre, and free WiFi. To reserve, click https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/reservations/groups.html and use Group ID 5F3DE5P5 to get the special rate.
 
Please note: transportation to/from the Okanagan and accommodation is not included in the tour price, so please make your own arrangements. You don’t have to stay at the Best Western if you have an alternative, but please make sure you are there on time each morning. As always, we recommend that you stay over Sunday night rather than driving back to Vancouver after a long day of wine tasting.

How do I sign up?

Please e-mail your reservation to info@bcwas.org, then pay your deposit:

• send an e-transfer of $100 per person to info@bcwas.org, or
• mail a cheque to PO Box 48912, Bentall Station, Vancouver, V7X 1A8

Your non-refundable deposit of $100 is due Monday, July 16; the balance is due Friday, August 31.

If this is your first bus tour, you’re in for some real fun, not only visiting the wineries, but getting to know your fellow BCWAS members as well. If you’ve been on a bus tour with us before, we’re looking forward to spending some time with you again. See you in September!