Source: Georgia Straight newspaper, byline: Kurtis Kolt This summer will undoubtedly go down in history as one of the most thrilling times in B.C. wine. Though that sounds hyperbolic, I have no apprehension about making that call in these pages. We’re at a pivotal moment, a tipping point, if you will; there’s palpable excitement in…
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OPINION: Legislation overhaul is needed to keep up with the growth of the BC wine industry
Byline: Mel Priestley, Vue Weekly. Mr. Priestley is a certified sommelier and wine writer who also blogs about wine, food and the arts at melpriestley.ca As British Columbian wine evolves, so must its approach to one of the less glamorous—but vitally important—parts of the industry: label and content law. The British Columbia Vintners Quality Alliance (BC VQA)…