Vanessa Vineyard
Vanessa Vineyard
AboutVanessa Vineyard
Suki Sekhon founded Vanessa Vineyard on a former grazing property above the Similkameen Valley in 2005. Butterflies on the land inspired the name, while the rocky hillside posed a challenge for planting. Viticulturists Robert Goltz and Richard Cleave helped establish 75 acres of vines, with Howard Soon overseeing the planting.
The estate initially sold grapes to other British Columbia wineries, then began making its own wines in 2012. Soon became master winemaker in 2017, continuing his involvement with the property.
Vanessa Vineyard 2025 V Series White Blend
Canadian White
Pinot Blanc, Roussanne and Chardonnay are co-fermented after hand picking and whole-cluster pressing. Minimal skin contact preserves delicate flavours. Fresh stone fruit and tropical citrus accompany subtle herbal notes. The pale colour leads to a smooth, rounded palate with generous fruit, balanced acidity and a clean, lingering finish. The blend contains forty-six percent Pinot Blanc, thirty-nine percent Roussanne and fifteen percent Chardonnay.
Vanessa Vineyard 2025 Rosé
Canadian Rosé
Fresh strawberry and red cherry lead, with a light herbal note bringing savoury lift. The palate is dry, elegant and finely balanced, combining delicate fruit with crisp acidity and a clean, lingering finish. Serve well chilled with salmon, prawn skewers, summer salads, roast chicken or creamy goat cheese.