Upcoming Vancouver Wine Fest…
Its a blend uniquely Harry…
The 47th annual Fesitval. March 7/14– on opening the room is filled with information , numbers and a hint of Nardwuar.
The palate is full. Surprising with stories of Bacchanalia (Mar 7) The Soul of Napa (MAR 9) The mid-palate is totally France! (the feature region)
Harry takes us through
The Spirit of Languedoc Roussillon
Rioja
Chablis.
And, most importantly, fundraising for Bard on the Beach
In 2026, the festival will feature 114 wineries from 14 countries, pouring and discussing their wines at 33 events over seven days.
There are 34 wines from Canada. All BC. I think the number represents the resiliency of BC wine growers and makers.
Harry Hertscheg will supply the rest of the numbers. There are lots of numbers but only one Harry!!
harry hertscheg
All the details you need can be found at www.vanwinefest.ca
Jeff Guignard – President and CEO of Wine Growers of BC. Yes I know he was on recently but when he does show up, Jeff brings with him information and leadership to finally change some of the bizarre Canadian Wine Laws.
To quote Jeff on DTC , direct -to-consumer
Jeff Guignard
Why Direct-to-Consumer Matters to Canadians
‘”For consumers, DTC is about choice, access, and fairness. Today, Canadians can easily order
imported wine from virtually anywhere in the world yet often cannot purchase Canadian wine
directly from another province.
In many cases, it is easier to buy Canadian wine from abroad
than from a neighbouring province. This contradiction limits consumer choice and runs counter
to the spirit of a truly open Canadian market.
A direct-to-consumer transaction is straightforward and responsible.
Consumers purchase directly from a winery. All applicable federal and provincial taxes are paid. Age verification,
compliant packaging, and regulated delivery are required. Provincial governments do not
warehouse the product, operate retail stores, or provide marketing or distribution services. Their
role is oversight, regulation, and tax collection, roles that are already well established.”
TRR has a lot of time for this statement. Its time to change wine laws in Canada.
STORIES WE’RE WORKING ON
Fort Berens
Kismet
No/Low Victoria
