British Columbia is home to some of the finest wineries in the world, each with its own unique blend and flavor. Whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur or just starting to explore the world of wine, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
New to the
BC Wine Authority?
The British Columbia Wine Authority is an independent regulatory authority to which the Province of British Columbia has delegated responsibility for enforcing the Province’s “Wines of Marked Quality Regulation”. Building truth in labelling and consumer confidence in BC Wine.
Our friendly and informative staff are always here to help and provide assistance to members, whether it be a labelling question, grower or membership or other support.
Get Involved –
Become a Member
Licensed wineries in British Columbia are welcome to become members of the British Columbia Wine Authority. As a Member you will stay informed about industry issues, receive voting privileges on industry regulations and at our Annual General Meeting
Industry Resources
Need information on who to call? Or what your next steps are? Check out these valuable links and information.
Sustainable Winegrowing British Columbia (SWBC)
Sustainable Winegrowing British Columbia is a program (SWBC) that aims to foster grape and wine production that enhances environmental quality and the resource base on which the industry depends, is…
The Certified Organic Associations of British Columbia (COABC)
The Certified Organic Associations of British Columbia (COABC) is an umbrella organization for a majority of the provincial organic associations. The Association (COABC) is designated under the provincial Food Choice…
BC Liquor Control & Cannabis Regulation Branch
The Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch (LCRB) oversees the regulation and licensing of liquor and cannabis establishments and events. The LCRB also Educates establishments about liquor and cannabis laws and…
Okanagan College
Okanagan College is a community of learning, rich with cultural diversity and academic support with campuses up and down the Okanagan Valley: Salmon Arm, Vernon, Kelowna, and Penticton, with additional…
Liquor Distribution Branch
The LDB corporate website has a detailed section dedicated to doing business with the LDB
Wine Growers British Columbia
Wine Growers British Columbia is a member-based, not for profit society with the mission to represent the interests of British Columbia wineries dedicated to producing 100% British Columbia grape wines…
BC Wine Grape Council
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Have
Questions?
FAQS
The earliest record of wine grapes being planted in BC is 1907.
Currently about 11,000.
Currently about 200.
BC VQA panels run about every two weeks anywhere from one to four sessions or up to 55 wines/session. For more information please see “What is BC VQA?”
The BCWA sends LDB an approval list of certified BC VQA products about every two weeks on the Friday before noon. Wineries can follow up directly with LDB. For more information please see “Industry Resources – LDB”
Some of BC’s Finest
Hugging Tree Winery
Quails’ Gate Estate Winery
D’Angelo Estate Winery
Celista Estate Winery
Black Market Wine Co.
Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards
Vasanti Estate Winery
Peak Cellars
3Benches Estate Winery
NK’ Mip Cellars
Da Silva Vineyards & Winery
Horseshoe Found Winery
Unsworth Vineyards
SummerGate Winery
Ancient Hill Estate Winery
Arterra
Solvero Wines
Maverick Estate Winery Inc.
One Faith Vineyards & Winery
Nighthawk Vineyards
Church & State Wines
Wild Goose Winery
Great Fraser Valley Wine Ltd.
First Estate Winery
