Sea Star Vineyards
Sea Star Vineyards
AboutSea Star Vineyards
The Pender Island property began with vineyard plantings in 2002 under the Morning Bay Winery name and was reborn as Sea Star Vineyards in 2014. Its new name honours the native sea stars of the surrounding Gulf Islands, with a different local species illustrated on each label. The winery remains Pender-owned and locally guided.
A 26-acre terraced estate climbs Mount Menzies above the Salish Sea, complemented by nearby vines at Clam Bay. The vineyards have rocky, clay-rich soils and a cool maritime climate. The team uses semi-dry farming and harvests by hand, with minimal intervention in the cellar. Whites, rosé and lighter reds lead the range, with an emphasis on earlier-ripening varieties.
Sea Star 2024 Stella Maris
Canadian White
$32.99
Spicy fruit aromas lead to pear and fresh apple, followed by a very long finish. The blend comprises Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, Schönburger and Ortega. The winery stands on Pender Island beside a seven-acre estate vineyard. Its island grape sources also include Clam Bay Farms, while further fruit comes from growers in the Cowichan Valley. The vineyards are dry-farmed, and organic herbicide is used only when required.
Sea Star 2023 Luna Maris Sparkling Wine
Canadian Sparkling
$46.99
Bright acidity meets hints of brioche and a velvety depth. Crisp citrus, green apple and pear appear with a delicate mineral character in this lively, dry sparkling wine. The winery is based on Pender Island, where its vineyard reaches Mount Menzies and touches the Salish Sea. Its practices emphasize sustainability, environmental stewardship and socially responsible standards.
Sea Star 2021 Prose 375 mL
Canadian Dessert
$25.99
Grapefruit, peach and apricot lead an expressive, late-harvest profile, with green apple adding freshness beneath the riper fruit. The palate is sweet but lifted, its bright acidity and faint natural spritz keeping the finish lively rather than heavy. Serve well chilled with fruit tart, blue cheese, almond cake or as a small, refreshing dessert on its own.
Sea Star 2025 Salish Sea
Canadian White
$34.99
Ortega and Siegerrebe bring melon, pineapple and herbal aromas to this aromatic coastal white. Bright acidity balances a medley of tropical fruit flavours, keeping the palate fresh and expressive. The blend comes from island vineyards in the Salish Sea growing region. Its combination of ripe fruit and acidity makes it a natural partner for garden vegetables and zesty salsas.
Sea Star 2022 Chardonnay
Canadian White
$41.99
Bright acidity gives this polished Chardonnay a clean, energetic frame. Green apple and pear lead, while subtle oak and toasted nuts bring gentle breadth and savoury detail. Balanced rather than overtly rich, it carries freshness through the palate and finishes with an understated nutty edge. A natural match for salmon or poultry with butter and herbs.