Church and State Wines

John Schreiner is one of Canada’s most prolific wine writers, having published many editions of his Canadian Wine handbook, as well as regularly updating his blog: John Schreiner on Wine. He recently sat down with our winemaker Jeff Del Nin and proprietor Kim Pullen to discuss the new Rhone Valley whites, and to taste and review our new Spring Release portfolio. John clearly has a special place in his heart for our Chardonnay and Quintessential, but also showed some love for our TreBella, Viognier and Coyote Bowl Meritage. All the wines he tasted scored 90+ points!

Read the full discussion between John Schreiner, proprietor Kim Pullen and wine maker Jeff Del Nin here on Schreiner on Wine.

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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.

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We are proud to announce the launch of The Raptors at Church & State. Starting today, visitors will be able to get close to some truly impressive birds of prey, including eagles, hawks, owls, falcons, and vultures as they demonstrate their natural flying and hunting abilities. The Raptors specialists will explain the birds’ behaviour and their unique personalities, while you enjoy a glass of award winning, locally produced wine to savour in this spectacular setting.

Come visit us this weekend to be some of the first people to experience these majestic birds doing what they do best! Click here for full details.

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Nice write up on the 2005 Quintessential coming from Whitecourt, Alberta. If you have some of this wine, you’re one of the lucky few, with the 2006 nearly gone, the ’05 is extra rare these days.

“I finally tried the Church & State Quintessential 2005 and all I have to say is … YUM!!…”

Read More Here

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2009 Church & State Pinot Gris

“Once again the team at Church & State winery have release a very fruit forward, well balanced, wine with ripe acidity. It is the perfect patio wine or wine to pair with plank salmon, grilled tuna or just with the sunshine.”It tastes like MORE!!”
Check out all their picks here!

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2008 Church & State Chardonnay wins Double Gold – Best in Class

2007 Church & State Coyote Bowl Cabernet Sauvignon wins Double Gold

Arriving from all points across the United States, 45 wine industry professionals convened June 18th, 19th and 20th to evaluate 3,897 wines from 1,290 wineries during the San Francisco International Wine Competition held at San Francisco’s Hotel Nikko. In its 30th anniversary year, the San Francisco International Wine Competition examined wines from 28 states and 27 countries. The medal count included 160 Double Gold awards (a wine is elevated to Double Gold status when all judges on a particular panel agree that a wine deserves a Gold medal), 276 Gold medals, 1,118 Silver and 1,343 Bronze.

Read the story here.

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Our new 2008 Chardonnay was named the Best Chardonnay, Double Gold at the 2010 San Francisco International Wine Competition! Following a Double Gold award at the 2010 All-Canadian Wine Championships earlier this year, this fabulous oaked Chardonnay is off to a fine start. Also at the two competitions, our 2007 Coyote Bowl Cabernet Sauvignon was also awarded Double Gold at SFIWC, and our 2007 Coyote Bowl Merlot won Gold at the All-Canadians.

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