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Church & State Wines in Oliver, BC, Lets Wine ‘Speak for Itself’

Church and State Wines, a renowned winery with vineyards in the South Okanagan Valley and Vancouver Island, has gained widespread acclaim for its commitment to producing exceptional wines. The winery’s philosophy revolves around the idea of “Church and State,” signifying freedom of belief and allowing its wines to “speak for themselves.” It prioritizes creating the highest-quality wines and leaves the judgment to the customers.

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The winery’s dedication to excellence has not gone unnoticed. They have been recognized with numerous awards, including being named Canada’s Best Red Wine Producer multiple times. This recognition is a testament to their relentless pursuit of crafting wines that over-deliver and showcase the unique terroir of their vineyards.

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One of the key figures behind the winery’s success is winemaker Arnaud Thierry, who brings a wealth of experience and passion to the team. With a background in enology and a deep-rooted connection to winemaking from his upbringing in Bordeaux, Arnaud is committed to creating wines that people can enjoy for decades.

Church and State Wines obsessively adhere to a meticulous winemaking process, channelling the essence of their terroir into each bottle to encapsulate the land’s character, depth, and elegance.Their 100% BC VQA wines, cultivated in their estate vineyards under the vineyard staff’s and Arnaud’s careful guidance, reflect their unwavering commitment to quality and authenticity.

Visitors to Church and State Wines in Oliver are treated to a remarkable experience, surrounded by the picturesque beauty of the 85-acre vineyard. With an emphasis on premium wines, the winery offers a modern, minimalist tasting bar where guests can savour BC’s finest wines. The serene ambiance of the Coyote Bowl Vineyard in the Okanagan Valley provides the perfect setting for wine enthusiasts to unwind, experience tastings, and engage with friendly wine experts.

At Church and State Wines, the dedication to producing exceptional wines and providing an unforgettable tasting experience embodies the essence of their philosophy, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the best that the Okanagan Valley offers.

Read the original version of this story in the Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle Magazine’s flippable version below!

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Helen Siwak, Luxury Lifestyle Observer: Helen Siwak is the founder of EcoLuxLuv Communications & Marketing Inc and publisher of Folio.YVR Luxury Lifestyle Magazine and PORTFOLIOY.YVR Business & Entrepreneurs Magazine. She is a prolific content creator, consultant, and marketing and media strategist within the ecoluxury lifestyle niche. Helen is the west coast correspondent to Canada’s top-read industry magazine Retail-Insider, holds a vast freelance portfolio, and consults with many of the world’s luxury heritage brands. Always seeking new opportunities and challenges, you can email her at [email protected].