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Terroir: The sandy soil of the Black Sage Bench near Oliver reaches 300 feet deep in places.

Geography: Lake Okanagan, at 144 kilometres long and 3.5 kilometres average width, is the source of much-needed water for irrigation for vines in the Okanagan Valley.

Acidity: This natural tartness in grapes and other fruits contributes to vibrant flavours.*

Hybrid: Grape varieties developed, typically by crossing European varieties with native North American varieties. The plant breeder’s objectives include developing varieties that ripen early, resist disease or are winter-hardy.*

Organic: A technique for growing grapes without using chemicals such as pesticides, herbicides or commercial fertilizers.*

*Schreiner, John - British Columbia Wine Country, Whitecap Books Ltd., 2003

 
 
  Van Westen Vineyards
  Private tastings can be arranged by appointment only. All wines are grown, produced and bottled by Van Westen Vineyards ("from grapes to glass"). Boutique, 600-case production released in 2006. Only 400 cases released in 2005, but we are raising production to 1100 litres for release in 2007.
SERVICES PROVIDED:   WINERY HOURS:
         
 
 
   

Private tastings by appointment only

CONTACT:
 

Van Westen Vineyards
RR#1 850 Boothe Rd.
Naramata
British Columbia, Canada
V0H 1N0

Phone:
Fax:
E-mail:
Website:

(250)496-0067
(250)496-0067
vanwestenvineyards@shaw.ca
www.vanwestenvineyards.com



 
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