David Lawrason

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Iconic Wineries of British Columbia:

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Mission Hill Perpetua Chardonnay 2023

Tasting Note – I have tasted this three times....

Mission Hill Compendium 2022

Tasting Note:  As the name suggests this a blend...

Orofino Syrah Reserve 2022 

Tasting Note: This is a stand-up syrah from the Similkameen, in my view the best terroir for this variety in Canada. And Orofino leads...

Leaning Post The Fifty Chardonnay 2025

Tasting Note - This is the least expensive chardonnay in the Leaning Post portfolio, and a great value at $27. This one in unoaked,...

Martins Lane Simes Vineyard Riesling 2025

Tasting Note: Okanagan riesling very often reminds me of Alsatian riesling, both high latitude regions sitting in warm, dry rain shadows with mountains to...

Cabernet Franc Forward

This is the second post of the year featuring cabernet franc. There is a lot of momentum behind this grape in Canada. Most of...

Tinhorn Creek Cabernet Franc Reserve 2023

Tasting Note:  In blind tasting at the National Wine Awards of Canada 2026 two Master Sommelier judges also each rated this 93 points.  This...

Thirty Bench Small Lot Cabernet Franc 2023

Tasting Note – This label has a history winning big prizes (see below), and a long track record of ageing very well. This excellent...