Grand Wine Tours, Victoria BC

Vancouver Island BC, Wine Tours

wine tour tastings Southern Vancouver Island is the second-largest wine region in British Columbia. The majority of Vancouver Island’s wineries are located in the Cowichan Valley, 35 minutes north of Victoria. The vineyards located here enjoy a unique location with ideal growing conditions on southern, sun-drenched slopes. Vancouver Island’s coastal climate is mild, by comparison to other major wine growing regions in North America, yet well-suited to growing grapes.

The Wine Islands have their origin in fiery volcanic rock, and have been scoured by three ice ages. But the ocean remained, warming the land and creating microclimates which winemakers now exploit for your pleasure. This terroir is ideal to grow some of the world’s best cool-climate grapes, and yields elegant, aromatic wines reminiscent of northern Europe. No two vineyards are alike; each has its own special favourites, as popular as Chardonnay or as rare as Agria. The region also boasts near-perfect conditions for growing premium quality cider apples. The Cowichan Valley mirrors the climate and soil conditions of the famous cider-growing regions of England and France.

The scenery surrounding Vancouver Island’s vineyards is as delicious as the wine. Rolling pastures framed by ocean and mountain views make a tour of the wineries a must for any wine enthusiast.