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Blasted Church, Okanagan Valey - B.C. Winery

photo: Blasted Church Cabernet Merlot. One of the coolest wine labels.
"The plan called for a controlled blast of four dynamite sticks inside the church in order to "loosen the nails". Odd as it may seem, the explosion spared the wood from damage during dismantling. Save for losing the steeple, the plan succeeded. Now, the 120 year old wooden church stands proudly in its second home of Okanagan Falls."

A few years ago in Vancouver, British Columbia, my waiter at dinner introduced me to Blasted Church wines. "Pour me something local and good." Is what I asked for, he delivered. "Show me the bottle." Was my next request. I've been a fan since. Love the design of their label too.

It is nearly impossible to find wines from British Columbia/Okanagan Valley in Washington. I'm told trade tariffs make it prohibitively expensive. Shame. The next time you are visiting Canada, go on the hunt for Blasted Church wines. You will be rewarded by some wonderful juice. Fortunately, I have plans to visit Canada two times this year - Blasted Church is on my shopping list.

Blasted Church makes a variety of wines, including: Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Merlot, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Syrah a sparkling wine, a fortified wine and several blends. Something for every palate.

http://blastedchurch.com/
Blasted Church Vineyards
378 Parsons Road
Okanagan Falls, B.C.
V0H 1R5

1-8-SPELLBOUND (877.355.2686)
 P: 250.497.1125
 F: 250.497.1126
 E: intrigued@blastedchurch.com

Blasted Church Wines are available in southern BC through our winery direct order desk.
Sales Desk - 604.803.5505
Toll-free - 877.703.5505
 sales@blastedchurch.com

In Northern BC, Blasted Church wines are represented by:
 Cheryl Lawrence Liquor Agency Ltd.
 Williams Lake, BC
 P: 250.392.4641
 F: 250.392.4670
 C: 250.267.4641
 E: clla@telus.net
In Alberta Blasted Church wines are represented by:
 BonVida Wines
 P: 403.568.9463
 F: 403-640-4215
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