Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with Hillside! This year, the Lunar New Year begins on January 22, when we will welcome the Year of the Rabbit! Read on for some of our favorite Hillside wines to pair with classic Chinese dishes. Veggie Chow Mein + Muscat Ottonel The fresh & floral flavor profile &…
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Hot time summer in the cellar… …haha not at Hillside! Our 60-foot tower acts as a ventilation shaft, channeling warm air out of the cellar, while the rock walls built into the Hillside (see what we did there?!) insulate the room. Along with our super-efficient tank cooling jackets this keeps the cellar air temperature generally…
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The term intervention in winemaking spans a spectrum of practices. In theory, zero intervention would indicate that fruit is left on the vine and no wine is made. Maximum intervention would be…well let’s come back to that. The grapevine’s primary job, in fact its only desire, is to propagate. It wants to create the condition…
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Be kind, be calm, be safe, make wine… As we try to be patient, waiting for the grapes to ripen to perfection, we have been racking some of the 2019 red wines from barrels and blending. Pinot Noir, Gamay, Syrah and some of the Merlot need to be out of barrel and bottled to make…
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Chatting with Kathy about the unoaked Pinot Gris taught me a few lessons on not only wine making but also terroir. The fruit for this wine comes from an area close to Kathy’s home in Naramata, surrounded by peach and apple orchards. The aromatics coming off the wine are familiar but I cant place them.…
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I was super excited for spring this year. It marked one year in the valley and I couldn’t wait to reopen the Bistro, but that came second to the release of Hillsides Unoaked Pinot Gris. With the kitchen buzzing to life, the team charging ahead to be ready for opening day, I was preparing the…
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Spring Takeout Menu The perfect choice for a quick bite or al fresco picnic.Available Wednesday – Sunday, 12:00pm- 8:00pm. Focaccia, Sourdough, Cheese Biscuit | 10Add: Tiger Blue Butter & Roasted Garlic | 6Add: Olive Oil & Balsamic | 6Add: Whipped Spruce Tip Ricotta | 6Add: Bistro Heritage Merlot Cherry Jam | 8 Warm Marinated Olives…
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Discover Naramata’s finest with a wine tasting at Hillside Step into the world of Hillside Winery, where the diverse flavours and rich heritage of the Naramata Bench come alive in each bottle. Our carefully curated tasting experiences invite you to delve into the heart of our winemaking philosophy, celebrating the rich history and vibrant character…
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Celebrations at The Bistro Life’s special moments deserve a setting that’s just as extraordinary. The Bistro at Hillside is that place, offering a picturesque venue for weddings, private gatherings, and group events. With our stunning landscape, delectable dining, and exceptional wines, we’re on hand to ensure that every detail of your celebration is crafted to…
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