Not heard of Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada? You may thank me for bringing this region to your wine traveling attention. This article is about what to expect when you visit today, and why I think the future is bright for this region.
I was able to visit 9 of the 13 wineries in the valley. Here’s what I liked and what I’d recommend for a 2–3-day wine tour excursion. All are family-owned and operated, except for Blue Grouse and Unsworth, which are also small operations, now owned by members of Jackson Family Wine Group of California. This is a good sign in my opinion, as the Jackson Family has shown extraordinary care in curating the brands and properties in their portfolio. Their experience and reach should be a plus for the region.
You can read the entire article here in Winetraveler Magazine https://www.winetraveler.com/canada/cowichan-valley-wine-tasting-travel-guide-top-wineries-tips/