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A Unique Taste Each Week at Church & State’s 2011 Dinner Series

Published on 29 June 2011 by admin in Brentwood Bay, Parties, Tasting Bar, Wine

We’re pleased to announce the 2011 schedule for Church & State Wines’ Dinner Series. For each week, executive chef Candace Hartley has created a unique themed menu, showcasing different local regions, a specific ingredient, or certain style. Join us starting July 7th for an experience your taste buds won’t soon forget!

“Sun Wing Farm’s Bounty” – Date: July 7th & 8th

“Berry licious”- The Fruits of our Labor – Date: July 20th & 21st

“Summer’s Organic Farmer’s Market” – Date: July 27th & 28th

“Local Seafood Festival” – Date: August 3rd & 4th

“Spanish Tapas” – Date: August 10th &11th

“Its Corn Time” – Date August 17th & 18th

“Salmon Five Ways” – Date: August 24th & 25th

“Digging the Potato” – Date: August 31st & September 1st

“Its all about the Pig” – Date: September 7th & 8th

“Slow Cooked & Comfortable” – Date: September 14th & 15th

“The Magic of Mushrooms” – Date September 21st & 22nd

“Tribute to the Cowichan Valley” – Date: September 28th & 29th

“Celebrating The Wine Harvest” – Date: October 5th & 6th

“Thanksgiving The Easy Way” – Date: October 10th

“Halloween Party” – Date: October 31st

Dinner- Forty Dollars,
Dinner-with Wine Pairings- Fifty-Five Dollars

250-652-2671, 1445 Benvenuto Rd, Brentwood Bay

Info @ www.churchandstatewines.com
Reservations Recommended

You Can’t Separate Church & State

Published on 12 June 2011 by admin in Coyote Bowl, Parties, Wine

Robert Stephen of the Windsor Square recently sampled our new Spring Releases and had some great insight into them. Being based on the east coast, our wines were a stark contrast to the Lake Erie North Shore (LENS) wines he usually reviewed. “I have a word for you diehard Lake Erie North Shore wine lovers and that is get ready for richness. LENS wines are fairly lean and tight much like French wines. You may be a tad overwhelmed by these Church & State wines with their richness and fulsome character.”

My personal favourite quote of the article is in reference to our 2009 Merlot – “This stuff is so full of power don’t look into the glass as you might get punched in the face but only after picking up melted chocolate on the nose.” While I have yet to be physically assaulted by our wines (or any for that matter) its a great articulation of the intensity of this Merlot. Grown in the Sun Ridge Vineyard in south east Osoyoos, this Merlot is unlike any other! Robert scored this wine at 92 points.

One issue I should clarify from the article – Club Q is well underway, contrary to the statement that it won’t materialize until we reach 125 members! We currently have 80 members in Club Q with a limit of 125. If you’re interested in joining our true barrel club send us an email for all the details.

Thank you to Robert Stephen for his glowing reviews – we appreciate his time to share what we do with Canada’s other major wine region. Cheers Robert!

An Exceptionally Gorgeous Wedding in Brentwood Bay

Published on 11 June 2011 by admin in Brentwood Bay, Parties, Wine

I saw this great collection of photos from Jillian and Chris’s wedding at Church & State in Brentwood. Check out the collection of wedding photos here. I generally don’t post photos of particular peoples events, but this one is too stunning not to share! Thank you Jillian and Chris for choosing Church & State to be part of your special day.

If you are looking for a venue for your wedding that is one of the most unique and beautiful places in British Columbia, talk to us about what we can do for you. With indoor and outdoor spaces for all sizes of groups, and multiple ceremony locations, Church & State Wines can provide you with an experience none of your guests will forget.

Speak with our Event Coordinator at events@churchandstatewines.com or call 250-652-2671.