Cowichan Valley
Cowichan Valley
Averill Creek 2021 Piquette Rouge 473 mL
Canadian Red
$6.99
Blackberry, currant and a savoury herbal note lead this lightly sparkling red, with vivid colour and the wild-fruit character of Maréchal Foch. Rehydrated red-wine pressings ferment naturally before a small dosage creates a gentle spritz in the can. The palate is juicy, tart and low in alcohol, finishing fresh rather than heavy. Serve well chilled with noodle dishes, charcuterie, grilled vegetables or picnic fare.
Averill Creek 2021 Piquette Blanc 473 mL
Canadian White
$6.99
Pineapple, melon and tart citrus lead this lightly sparkling white, with the fragrant lift of Gewürztraminer and a fresh, hazy character. Rehydrated grape pressings ferment in used oak before settling, then a small dosage creates a gentle spritz in the can. The palate stays bright, low in alcohol and clean through the finish. Serve well chilled with noodle dishes, picnic fare, fresh salads or soft cheese.
Emandare Vineyard 2023 Sauvignon Blanc
Canadian White
$36.99
The Sauvignon Blanc vines grow on a south-sloping Cowichan Valley hillside in the rain shadow of Mount Prevost, overlooking Somenos Lake. The site includes some of Vancouver Island’s oldest plantings of the variety. The wine undergoes natural fermentation without new oak. The estate stewards this Cowichan Valley property alongside nature and uses old-world, low-intervention cellar methods.
Rathjen Cellars 2018 P + G Pinot Noir–Gamay
Canadian Red
$37.99
Wild cherry, raspberry, plum and pink peppercorn appear in a light, juicy profile with fresh acidity and salinity. Pinot Noir and Gamay from Vancouver Island make up the blend in equal proportions. The fruit received a forty-eight-hour cold soak, followed by native fermentation in open-top bins and one week on skins. Each variety spent one year in neutral French barrels before blending, then another year in barrel. Bottling was unfined and unfiltered.
Averill Creek NV Charme de l’Île
Canadian Sparkling
$37.99
Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir from Vancouver Island are made as a Charmat-method sparkling wine, with secondary fermentation in tank. The style is brisk, fresh and lively. Green apple, citrus and mineral notes meet light florals, pear, honey and an herbal savoury note. The palate is light, and the finish is crisp and zesty. The fruit comes from Cowichan Valley.
Averill Creek Vineyard 2021 Somenos Traminer
Canadian White
$41.99
Gewürztraminer comes from an exposed, sloping area near the top of the estate vineyard. The site combines alluvial Royston-Qualicum soil with sandy loam and is dry-farmed using permacultural and regenerative practices. The vineyard lies on the mid-slope of Mount Prevost in the Cowichan Valley. Its elevation ranges from 118 to 240 metres within Vancouver Island’s dry-summer climate.
Emandare Vineyard 2023 Estate Maréchal Foch
Canadian Red
$43.99
Blackcurrant, plum and fig meet a hint of pepper. The wine is robust and is fermented and aged in neutral French oak. Fruit comes from the estate vineyard in the Cowichan Valley. The property is organically dry-farmed, and the winery made its first vintage after reviving an established vineyard. Production for this release totalled 175 cases.
Averill Creek 2024 Okeanós Pinot Noir & Gewürztraminer Co-Ferment
Canadian Rosé
$58.99
White flowers, Nashi pear and apple skin meet delicate salinity, fresh acidity and a rich, creamy texture. Whole-bunch Pinot Noir and Gewürztraminer are soaked in Salish Sea water, then drained, pressed and wild-fermented in older French oak. Nothing is added or removed. The fruit comes from Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, and the finished wine contains twelve percent alcohol.
Averill Creek 2018 Barrel 24 Pinot Noir Cowichan Valley
Canadian Red
$137.99
This Pinot Noir comes from fifteen-year-old vines in the Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. The vineyard occupies a south-facing slope of Mount Prevost, where four Pinot Noir clones are planted. The property is located just outside Duncan, and the site is cropped at low yields. The bottling was offered to CRU Society members. Cowichan Valley holds recognition as a British Columbia sub-geographical indication.
Emandare 2023 Estate Pinot Noir
Canadian Red
$83.99
About two acres of Pinot Noir occupy the middle of a south-facing terraced slope near Somenos Lake and Mount Prevost. The dry-farmed vineyard is kept to roughly two and a half tons per acre. Clones 667 and 777 each make up forty percent, with fifteen percent clone 115 and five percent clone 114. Fermentations use ambient yeasts.
Averill Creek Rosé Vermouth
Canadian Fortified
$39.99
Linden blossom and pineapple weed give the aroma a gently floral, meadow-like character, joined by pink peppercorn and a hint of star anise. The palate is bright and lightly honeyed, with fresh herbal tones from nettle and tea balanced by cardamom spice and clean acidity. Its sweetness is measured, allowing the botanicals to remain precise. The finish is fragrant, gently bitter and refreshing. Serve chilled over ice, with soda or in a spritz.
Merridale Cowichan Dry Cider Single Can
Canadian Cider
$7.99
Fresh-cut apple leads a clean, orchard-driven aroma with a gentle floral lift. The palate is dry and brisk, balancing bright sharpness with subtle bitters and a measured touch of fruit. Fine tannin adds structure without heaviness, while lively acidity keeps the texture refreshing. The finish is crisp, lightly savoury and persistent. Serve well chilled with roast pork, aged cheddar, or grilled sausages.
Alderlea 2023 Sauvignon Blanc
Canadian White
$34.99
Gooseberry and freshly cut grass lead a bright, aromatic nose. Zesty lime and crisp green apple carry through the palate, where lively acidity gives the wine a clean, refreshing shape. The fruit is fully ripened before a cool fermentation, preserving clarity and lift. Serve well chilled with goat cheese, fresh oysters, grilled prawns or herb-led salads.
Blue Grouse 2023 Pinot Noir Cowichan Valley
Canadian Red
$49.99
Red cherry and raspberry meet forest floor, cool florals and a restrained touch of spice. Amphora brings textural depth, while seasoned oak adds structure without dominating the fruit. Medium-bodied and composed, the palate has fine tannins and maritime freshness. The finish remains savoury and precise. Serve with duck, salmon or mushrooms.
Blue Grouse 2024 Estate Chardonnay Cowichan Valley
Canadian White
$39.99
Ripe apple and citrus are framed by gentle toast, a creamy lees texture and a quiet savoury note. Barrel fermentation and full malolactic conversion bring breadth, but cool-climate acidity keeps the palate focused and fresh. The finish is smooth, lightly wooded and balanced. Pair with roast chicken, salmon or creamy mushroom dishes.
Zanatta NV Glenora Fantasia Brut
Canadian Sparkling
$36.99
Green apple leads the bouquet, framed by a stream of fine, persistent bubbles and a clean, brisk palate. Extended lees ageing brings subtle breadth and a lightly savoury dimension while the fruit remains fresh and focused. Distinctive and polished, this traditional-method sparkling wine is a natural aperitif and an excellent partner for oysters, smoked salmon, fried chicken or creamy cheeses.
Averill Creek 2024 Joue White
Canadian White
$33.99
Jasmine tea leads a clean, aromatic nose, followed by precise layers of fruit. Structured, textured and lightly saline, the palate begins with vibrancy before softening through a rounder middle. Fine, talc-like acidity brings shape and length to the finish. Serve with grilled prawns, sashimi, aromatic salads, soft cheeses or lightly spiced vegetable dishes.
Unsworth Vineyards 2022 Pinot Noir
Canadian Red
$48.99
Red fruit, violets and baking spice lead into cherry, wild berries and a quiet forest-floor note. Fifteen months in French oak gives the Pinot Noir a supple frame, while bright acidity and velvety tannins keep the palate poised. It is a natural match for roast chicken, salmon, mushrooms or gently seasoned pork.