[Penticton, BC] – Downtown Penticton’s TIME Winery is thrilled to announce that its 2017 Riesling has won Top White Wine in the Top 20 Wines for this year’s Cornucopia presented by BlueShore Financial.
Judged by a panel of 13 esteemed industry experts in a closed, blind-tasting session, this year’s competition saw an impressive number of submissions, especially from the British Columbia wine region.
Capably made by winemaker Nadine Allander, with delicious mineral aromas of lime, lemon zest and stone fruit, the food-friendly TIME Riesling 2017 also marks as the only Riesling to win in this year’s Top 20 Wines.
“We are honored to receive this recognition from Cornucopia. For a British Columbia wine like the TIME Riesling to win Top White Wine, it helps to showcase the quality of our local wine region and encourages more people to try a glass of wine from British Columbia,” shares Harry McWatters, president of TIME Winery.
TIME Winery’s award-winning Riesling will be available to taste during Cornucopia’s Signature Tasting: Crush Grand Tasting event on Saturday, November 10 (8:30pm). Tickets on sale now.
For those unable to attend, the TIME 2017 Riesling ($25.00) is available to order via Encore Vineyards.
The full list of Top 20 Wine winners is available online.
About TIME Winery:
While the literal definition of TIME may be elusive, it is an observed phenomenon which allows us to honor key moments in our shared journey through life. With 50 vintages of experience in the South Okanagan, TIME Winery is committed to creating wines that express the unique flavors of Okanagan wine country.
Built within a revitalized historic theatre in downtown Penticton, the heart of South Okanagan wine country, the new TIME Winery offers a tasting bar, lounge and intimate outdoor patio for guests to enjoy. TIME Winery’s full kitchen and event space provide a unique venue for your next public or private event.
About ENCORE Vineyards:
ENCORE Vineyards., a progressive Okanagan-based company, is home to British Columbia (BC) wine brands including TIME Winery, Evolve Cellars and McWatters Collection.
ENCORE Vineyards Ltd. has amassed an impressive team, poised to help define the next generation of BC wine and winemaking via its production centre in the Okanagan Valley. The company is led by president and CEO Harry McWatters, a 50-vintage pioneer of the modern British Columbia wine industry, with daughter Christa-Lee McWatters-Bond (sales and marketing director), and son Darren McWatters (logistics and operations) who are each armed with lifelong wine industry experience and insight. Graham Pierce is the group’s director of winemaking, supported by winemaker Nadine Allander, and talented hospitality and sales teams. See more on each winery at encorevineyards.ca
