Events

Sponsor 29th Pushor Mitchell Apple Triathalon

We are proud to support the 29th annual Pushor Mitchell Apple Kelowna Triathalon.

We have created commerative labels and these wines are available at the VQA Wine Museum in Kelowna 1304 Ellis Street. Online or from our wineshop

We will also be pouring in thier beverage garden on Friday Aug 18th and Sunday August 20. Come on our and cheer on the particpants August 2oth! For more event info check out their website.

http://www.appletriathlon.com/

Offical Wines 2011 Subaru Ironman Now Available

Commerative Wines created for 2011 Subaru Ironman Canada

2008 Pinot Blanc

2008 Amicitia Red Reserve Blend

Available at the wineshop. Open Daily 11am to 5pm

Or in Penticton at the BC VQA Wine Info Centre

Corner of Eckhardt and Power Street in Penticton

Congratulations to all this years particpants!

May 23 2011 McIntyre Bluff Hike & Vines

To book your tickets contact the Meadowlark Festival

http://www.meadowlarkfestival.bc.ca/booking.html

Call (250) 492-5275

Description: Enjoy a tremendous view and learn about conservation holdings and a variety of flora and fauna as you hike to one of the most spectacular settings in the Okanagan. Learn about the cultural significance of this site to the Okanagan (Syilx) people and some of the important berries and plants that are food and medicine. Leading the tour to The Nature Trust of BC’s McIntyre Bluff property will be Carl MacNaughton, South Okanagan Conservation Land Manager, and Richard Armstrong, Traditional Ecological Knowledge Specialist. This is a strenuous hike for physically fit people and bird and plant checklists will be available for sale at the beginning of the tour. End the day tasting a selection of wonderful wine courtesy of Dunham & Froese Estate Winery.
Event: McIntyre Bluff Hike & Vines
Time: 6am – 3pm (group will arrive for wine tasting at approximately 1:30pm)
Meeting Place: Penticton Visitor Centre (553 Railway Street) 6am; or Dunham & Froese Wineshop on Covert Farms, Oliver 6:30am
Age Permitted: 12+
What to Bring: Sturdy Hiking Boots (good ankle support); Sun Hat/Protection; Bagged Lunch/Snacks; All-weather Clothing; Water (2 litres); Binoculars; Camera; Field Guides
Category: Hike; Wildlife; First Nations; Food Plants; Flora; Fauna; Wine
Group Size: 20
Price: $25

May 20 2011 Wine & Wildflower Hike to McIntyre Blu

To book your tickets you must contact the Meadowlark Festival

http://www.meadowlarkfestival.bc.ca/booking.html

Meadowlark Festival Office (250) 492-5275

Event Details

Category: Birding; Hike; Wildflowers; Wine
Description: Discover a dazzling array of spring wildflowers and birds as you hike through one of the most beautiful settings in the Okanagan to a spectacular lookout above the valley with well-known naturalist, bird-watcher, and photographer Eva Durance. Finish the day tasting a selection of wonderful wine courtesy of Dunham & Froese Estate Winery. Bird and plant checklists will be for sale for a nominal amount.

Time: 8:30am – 5pm (group will arrive for wine tasting at approximately 3:00pm-3:30pm)
Meeting Place: Penticton Visitor Centre (553 Railway Street) 8:30am; or Dunham & Froese Wineshop on Covert Farms, Oliver (9am)
Age Permitted: 15+ ***must be 19 yrs older for wine tasting
What to Bring: Sturdy Hiking Boots; Sun Hat/Protection; Bagged Lunch/Snacks; All-weather Clothing; Water (2 litres); Binoculars; Camera
Group Size: 15
Price: $25

April 30 2011 Kirby Froese Winemaker Dinner with

Kirby Froese our winemaker will join Jordan Ash Executive Chef of Flambé Catering to present wine and dinner pairing at the beautiulf 1912 Bistro on the shore of Skaha Lake in Kaleden.

**Reservations are required and people can contact Flambé Catering

250-486-8939 or email bookings@flambecatering.com to book your seats.

SOWA Banee April 16 2011 6:30pm Spirit Ridge Resor

Modeled after Burgundy’s famed Banée de Meursault, a wine industry celebration that marks the end of pruning and the beginning of a new season, this night will feature exquisite food and wine from all over the South Okanagan Wineries Assocation will surely create a lasting tasting memory.

Experience the best of the South Okanagan Winery Association by participating in this premiere event. Be part of the local wine industry for the night by mingling with the local Winemakers. A live auction of some of the best experiences and items in the South Okanagan follows the dinner.

Special room rates and packages are available If you mention Dunham and Froese Estate winery you can recieve tickets at the special winery rate of $150 each.

Call Denice at Oliver Twist to purchase your tickets - 250.485.0227.

SOLD OUT Oct 2, 2010 Off the Beaten Path Organic D

Oct 2, 2010 Off the Beaten Path with the proprietors of Dunham & Froese

Step Off the Beaten Path out of the mainstream hustle and bustle and get back to the basics with Dunham & Froese Estate Winery.

5 course organic dinner paired with a flight of our library and new release wines created in sustainable responsible method.
You will enjoy a personal tour of the 600 acre Covert Organic Farm & Vineyards where you will hear the history and evolution of their family farm celebrating 50 years. You will discover the glacial terrace, various soils types and incredible view of the 500 meter high wall of granitic gneiss, shot through with thin layers of quartz and other mineral veins called McIntyre Bluff that the vineyard and winery is nestled next too.

This event includes a private winery tour and tasting with award winning winemaker Kirby Froese.
Enjoy a 5 course Organic dinner paired with a mix of our library and new release wines.
Hosted by proprietors Gene & Shelly Covert and Kirby and Crystal Froese.

Dress for Okanagan fall weather and this event has limited space so book your spot and get off the beaten path!

Menu
Appetizer
Caramelized Okanagan sweet onion, goat cheese tart
Paired with 2007 Pinot Blanc
Bruschetta with Rosemary Roasted Plum Tomatoes, Ricotta and Prosciutto
Soup
African curried Butternut Squash soup
Paired with 2009 Amicitia White
Salad
Purse lane Salad with Rosemary, Strawberries, pine nuts and Goat cheese
Paired with 2009 Rose
Main course
Summer corn sauté with tones of herbs
Slow cooked Artichokes, Sweet Cherry Tomatoes, Thyme and Basil
Spicy Roasted Squash
Cabernet Braised Short Ribs with Gorgonzola Polenta
Paired with 2008 Amicitia Red and Secret Library Selection
Dessert
Tomato Tarte Tatin with Vanilla bean Gelato
Warm Chocolate Cake with Vanilla Bean Gelato
Mixed Berry Coulis
Paired with 2007 Pinot Noir
$129 per person
email crystalatcfroese.com or call 250 498 9463 to purchase your tickets.

Vino Camp Vancouver

Kirby is joining other experts and speaking at Vino Camp on the topic Romancing the Vine: The trials and tribulations in owning a boutique winery”

This is definitely not the wine festival. In a more unstructured form than a standard conference, VinoCamp Vancouver, and introducing the world premiere of CheeseCamp, brings wine, cheese, people and technology together in one place, making wine and cheese accessible, educational and fun. A different type of conference, VinoCamp CheeseCamp 2009 is designed for people interested in technology, wine and cheese as participants are encouraged to take photos of what’s happening, to blog, tweet and message their experiences.

http://vinocamp.com/

Earth Wind Fire - Sizzling Chefs

Join us at the Delta Grand Okanagan Resort as we support Natures Trust in Kelowna on May 30th at 6 pm featuring sizzling chefs from Culinary Team Canada.

• Begin with a TNT Blast Off reception.
• Visit chefs at their stations.
• Be entertained as they prepare delectable local fare with a global flair.
• Taste some of the Okanagan’s finest beverages.
• And enjoy live music with the Hugh Parsons Trio, Bobby Bruce as "Nearly Neil" and Half a Quorum. You may even want to kick up your heels!
• Silent and live auction.

$200 per person ($50 tax receipt)
Groups of six or more $175 per person ($50 tax receipt)

Proceeds to The Nature Trust of BC.

To order tickets, contact Tracy Loewen at 1-866-288-7878 ext. 222 or e-mail tloewen@naturetrust.bc.ca

http://www.naturetrust.bc.ca

2nd Annual Kitchen Party

We’ve noticed the best parties end up in the kitchen so why not start there!

Join the South Okanagan Winery Association as they present their 2nd Annual Kitchen Party.
Showcasing Fine Wines and Limited Releases from Top BC Wineries with canapés prepared by
Vancouver’s best restaurants such as Cru, Salmon House, Le Gavroche, Senova, O’Doul’s, Lolita's South of the Border Cantina & Me & Julio.

When: May 26th 6:30 to 9:00pm
Where: Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts
1505 West 2nd Ave Vancouver BC (Granville Island)
Ticket Information: $75 Per person
Phone 1 800 669 1900
Visit www.oliverosoyooswineries.blogspot.com

Oct 10 & 11th American Express Grand Finale Consum

We will be pouring our wines at this great event!
This is a wine tour under one roof!!! Sip! Sample! Spit? Dance? This event is for those who want to explore some of the finest wines that are being produced right here in our back yards. A great event for those trying wines for the first time as well as those who want to expand their wine knowledge. We will be joingin over 60 wineries who will be presenting and over 240 wines to sample. Ticket includes: enjoyable live entertainment, souvenir wine glass, all your wine tasting, bread and cheese and a free taxi ride home. contact www.ticketmaster.ca

Oct 5 Festival of the Grape

Held in Oliver this is the largest outdoor wine tasting in the Valley. Hosting wineries from all over. The afternoon includes grape stomping competitions, live music, food vendors and whole fun area just for kids.

http://www.festivalofthegrape.ca/

Tickets can be purchased in advance for $19 or $22 at the gate. Kids are free. It is highly recommended that you purchase your tickets in advance to avoid the typically long lineups at the gate.

Tickets can be purchased at the following locations:

Penticton Wine Centre - 553 Railway Street, Penticton - (250) 490-2006
Wine Country Welcome Centre - 34881 97th Street, Oliver - (250) 498-4867