Episode Notes
“Uncorked: A Celebration of the Science of Wine” took place Thursday, November 14, as a special collaboration between Science World and five of British Columbia’s most acclaimed wineries: Mission Hill Family Estate, CedarCreek Estate Winery, CheckMate Artisanal Winery, Martin’s Lane Winery, and Road 13 Vineyards.
Through seminars, tastings and hands-on activities, renowned winemakers and viticulturists showcased the science, craftsmanship and terroir that makes Okanagan Wines so extraordinary.
As well, chefs from two of the region’s best estate restaurants — Terrace (Mission Hill) and Home Block (CedarCreek) — served amazing culinary plates to pair with the wines.
Special Guests:
Janet Wood – President and CEO of Science World
Darryl Brooker – President, Iconic Wineries of British Columbia
Phil McGahan – General Manager and Winemaker at CheckMate Artisanal Winery
Shane Munn – General manager and Winemaker at Martin’s Lane Winery
Taylor Whelan – Winemaker at CedarCreek Estate Winery
Corrie Krehbiel – Winemaker at Mission Hill Family Estate
Joseph Luckhurst – General Manager, Road 13 Vineyards
Kurtis Kolt – Wine Educator. Judge. Georgia Straight
Tim Pawsey – Wine Judge. Educator
Wines poured on the night…
CedarCreek Estate Winery
Martin’s Lane Winery
CheckMate Artisanal Winery
Mission Hill Family Estate
Road 13
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Seminars taking place throughout the evening included:
Proceeds support Science World’s On the Road program, which last year brought live science performances to 41,500 students throughout BC who otherwise might not have had a chance to visit TELUS World of Science.
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Holiday Wines..
September 16, 2026
