Sun Peaks Winter Festival of Wine

The 15th Annual
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A pairing only available in
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Sun Peaks Wine & Dine
Bella Italia Ristorante, Black Garlic Bistro, Cahilty
Creek Bar & Grill, Mantles Restaurant, Masa’s Bar +
Grill, Sun Peaks Lodge Steakhouse | From $15
Ease into the beautiful marriage of food and wine
with restaurants at Sun Peaks offering a special
menu pairing their chef’s creativity with British Columbia wines.
Choose from a price fixed menu and take part in enjoying the
fusion of select wines from the Okanagan. The Wine and Dine
event is held nightly during the festival and advance tickets are
not required. Simply visit a participating restaurant in the Sun
Peaks Village and ask—no, demand!—to see the Wine and Dine
menu. Reservations recommended.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 12
Fort Berens Estate Winery Dinner
6:00pm | black garlic bistro | $79
Join us for this intimate three course dinner sure to awaken your taste buds, with exemplary wine
pairings from Fort Berens Winery. Our most northerly guest
winery located in Lillooet, we are delighted to bring Fort Berens
to the table. For more winery information, visit their website at
www.fortberens.ca. Limited space available, so get in quick!
Two of British Columbia’s finest assets—winter
recreation and wine—make for an inspired pairing at
the Sun Peaks Winter Festival of Wine this January
2013. Literally nowhere else offers a showcase of skiing,
snowboarding, Nordic skiing, snowshoeing and other
outdoor recreation liberally blended with wineries of the
Okanagan. Talk about après-ski taken to new heights!
Do you like tapas and wine? We have that. Or how
about chocolate, cheese and wine? We have that too.
Or signature bar drinks with wine and music? Get out
your party jeans. Of course, there is always the perennial
favourite—the Sun Peaks Progressive Wine Tasting
presented by WestJet.
The Sun Peaks Winter Festival of Wine dares to be
different… will you? Judging from the events we created
and the charming resort of Sun Peaks, this is one pairing
you will talk about for the rest of the winter!
www.SunPeaksResort.com | www.TheWineFestivals.com
Call Sun Peaks Central Reservations at 1.877.212.7107
or visit www.SunPeaksResort.com/Wine-Festival for
more information on any of the events listed.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 13
Wine, Appies & Art
3:00PM–5:00PM | black garlic bistro | $39
Spend the afternoon combining your love of wine,
food and art! Sample delicious appetizers and enjoy
a glass of wine from Fort Berens while taking in amazing art
displays by select local artists.
Blind Tasting Party
5:00PM–7:00PM | Cahilty Creek Bar & Grill | $39
Think you have trouble deciding whether a wine is suitable for you? Then join the crowd and just taste
blind! Our wine host for the evening will hide the wines (well...
only in a bag) and you have to choose the varietal and decide
your favourite. Relax, kick back, and trust your senses. Enjoy this
two hour fun event with tapas, British Columbian wine, and live
entertainment.
monday, january 14
Wine Masters Dinner:
A Blend of Australia and Canada
6:00PM | Delta Sun Peaks hotel ballroom | $120
Australian Winemaker Darryl Brooker from Cedar
Creek Estate Winery pairs up with Canadian Executive
Chef Steve Buzak, to match food and wine in a four-course
Australian inspired dinner. This relaxed event will have guests
sharing stories with Darryl and Steve and give you the opportunity
to learn about some truly amazing Okanagan wines. Due to the
complexity of the food and wine pairings, we recommend you
review the menu before purchasing your tickets. With advance
notice, accommodations for food allergies can be made.
Wine Sampling
Dining
Seminar
TUESDAY, JANUARY 15
Fondue Dinner & Evening Descent
5:00pm | Sunburst Mid-Mountain Restaurant | $65
Board the Sunburst Express Chairlift at 5:00pm for a twilight ride up to the Sunburst Mid-Mountain Restaurant where you
will be treated to a delightful fondue with select Okanagan Wines
available for purchase, accompanied by live music. After the meal
you will cruise down the lantern lit slopes of the 5 Mile ski run with
your guide. All guests must be able to confidently ski or snowboard
down 5 Mile, a groomed green (easiest) run, in the dark with a small
headlamp. A headlamp will be provided to all guests for the
descent. Intermediate or better skiing or snowboarding ability is
recommended to fully enjoy this unique experience. The starlit sky
is the perfect backdrop for the ski down, and is a great way to end
your day on the mountain. Please let us know if you have any food
allergies, as our menu offering includes shrimp and gluten. The
minimum age to participate in this event is 14 years old.
Port, chocolate & Cheese:
After the Après Social
7:30pm–9:00pm | Private Sun Peaks Residence | $45
This fun, informal evening is held at a mystery home somewhere in Sun Peaks. When you arrive, be prepared
to be delighted by the new range of Port style wines emerging in the
Okanagan paired beautifully with Rocky Mountain Chocolate and
sublime Canadian cheeses presented by Dairy Farmers of Canada.
This event will sell out early so as soon as you read this, contact us!
FRIDAY, JANUARY 18
cheese, wine, cheese, wine
12:00pm–1:30pm | Delta Sun Peaks | $45
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 16
It becomes addictive when you say it and even more so when you taste the pairings developed between the wine
and cheese experts. There is never an unhappy face in the crowd as
we explore the age old, most perfect pairing of wine and cheese
done the Canadian way. Presented by Dairy Farmers of Canada.
7:00pm–9:00pm | Delta Sun Peaks Hotel Ballroom | $60
Starbucks: A Taste for Your Senses
Join us for what has quickly been dubbed the “locals’
favourite” event of the Sun Peaks Winter Festival of
Wine. Spend the evening sampling small plates from Sun Peaks’
culinary experts while enjoying specially chosen wines from the
Okanagan. If that is not enough, come pair your favourite BC wine
with some of the finest Canadian cheeses presented by Dairy
Farmers of Canada. Live music rounds out the evening as you
mingle with fellow wine enthusiasts from around the globe in this
enchanting setting.
Your tastebuds would not be complete without an
education on how the experts at Starbucks learn
to taste coffee. And with a unique twist, you will discover some
great wines to drink along with your favourite coffee and specialty
foods from Starbucks! If you want to think outside the box, then this
is a seminar tailor made for you! Brought to you by Starbucks
Canada and the Okanagan Wine Festivals.
Taste of Sun Peaks
THURSDAY, JANUARY 17
Worshipping Icewines
12:00pm–1:30PM | Delta Sun Peaks | $50
It’s not winter without Icewine! Every year, a specially chosen ambassador from the Okanagan brings you the
very best from the finest Icewine wineries of the region. If you know
Icewines, you know these are the best. If you don’t know Icewines,
then prepare to taste the elixir of the gods—whatever your religion!
Wine Masters Dinner
6:00pm | Delta Sun Peaks Hotel Ballroom | $120
Every year this is a highly anticipated evening at the Delta Sun Peaks hotel where the creative juices flow
from winemaker to chef. This dinner will elevate your senses as you
are guided through courses of gourmet food including a special
cheese plate presented by Dairy Farmers of Canada and flights of
extraordinary wines. This premium event is a guaranteed sellout.
Due to the complexity of the wine and food pairings for this dinner,
we recommend you review the menu before purchasing your
tickets. The Chef would be pleased to accommodate allergies with
advance notice.
The 15th Annual Sun Peaks Winter Festival of Wine
2:00pm–3:30pm | Delta Sun Peaks | $45
BC Wine Awards Tasting
7:00pm–10:00pm | Delta Sun Peaks | $85
A sold out event every year designed to accentuate flavours using a combination of limited availability
wines and gourmet tapas, including a special presentation from
Dairy Farmers of Canada! Join Executive Chef Steve Buzak, and one
of Canada’s leading wine judges as award winning wines from the
prestigious 2012 British Columbia Wine Awards are paired with
seasonally inspired small plates.
The Sun Peaks Progressive Tasting
Presented by WestJet
check-in at 4:00pm | event 6:00pm–9:00pm
sun peaks village square | $60
Is there a better wine party anywhere? As the flagship of the Sun Peaks Winter Festival of Wine, we think not! WestJet
is proud to present a progressive wine tasting combining wines,
fresh mountain air and good company to create warm and
wonderful memories of a Canadian winter. Wander around the
charming alpine village tasting amazing wines from over 25 British
Columbian wineries while enjoying a memorable winter evening.
Please note that this event does not include a meal; it is
recommended you eat before you arrive.
January 12–20, 2013 at Sun Peaks Resort
F E S T I VA L PAC K AG E S
SATURDAY, JANUARY 19
Sun Peaks Winter
Festival of Wine Brunch
10:00am–12:00pm | Delta Sun Peaks | $35
It’s not just for dinner anymore! Start your day with the Sun Peaks Winter Festival of Wine Brunch featuring
weekend favourites paired with Okanagan Wines.
Rocky Mountain Chocolate
& Heavenly Wine
2:00pm–3:30pm | Delta Sun Peaks | $45
Chocolate should never be eaten alone… so join one of our wine experts for a delicious pairing of Rocky
Mountain Chocolate and Okanagan Wines. From white chocolate, to
milk chocolate to rich dark chocolate there’s always that perfect
pairing to compliment your taste buds!
Winetenders Cocktail Shake-Off
Festival Experience
7:00pm–9:00pm | MackDaddy’s Nightclub | $39
Wine masters Dinner
6:00pm | Black Garlic Bistro | $99
A winter evening not to be missed! Enjoy your Sun Peaks Winter Festival of Wine weekend with a delicious
multi-course dinner complimented with exceptional Hester Creek
wines sure to delight your palate.
Mixology to Music
8:00pm–11:00pm | Powder Hounds Restaurant | $65
Enjoy a mouth-watering two course dinner while sampling four of the house bartenders mixed wine
cocktails. Finish your evening romancing the night away, dancing to
the music of a local two-piece band. This is a great event for a date or
an evening out with friends.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 22
Bella Italia Brunch Buffet
10:00am–12:30pm | Bella Italia Ristorante | $29.50
The finishing touch to the Sun Peaks Wine Festival!
Enjoy a glass of champagne and an Italian-style brunch
buffet featuring a wide variety of hearty breakfast, light lunch and
satisfying dessert options.
The 15th Annual Sun Peaks Winter Festival of Wine
10% OFF
Starting from $395 per person
Enjoy three nights accommodation and four events of
your choice. Book by November 17, 2012 and receive
10% off this package.
Package pricing is based on two people with the Taste of Sun Peaks, the Sun Peaks
Progressive Tasting, Port, Chocolate and Cheese: After the Après Social and the Sun Peaks
Winter Festival of Wine Brunch. Other restrictions may apply. Valid January 14–20, 2013.
Winter Getaway
Starting from $295 per person
10% OFF
If you like bar drinks, but are not too familiar with wine, then this is the event for you! Sample and vote for your favourite
cocktail as bartenders compete to create a signature bar drink
which must include a BC wine. Be impressed by how well wine can
be used as a key ingredient and you may never want a cocktail
without wine again. Once each bartender creates their own drink,
guests sample their creations and vote for the Sun Peaks Cocktail
Shake-off Champion. The evening will be hosted by by popular BC
Comedian Chris Molineux who will be sure to have you laughing
your socks off, and after the crowning of the champion, stay and
dance the night away at MackDaddy’s. Please note this event does
not include a meal; it is recommended you eat before you arrive.
Enjoy two nights accommodation and three events of
your choice. Book by November 17, 2012 and receive
10% off this package.
Package pricing is based on two people with the Sun Peaks Progressive Tasting Presented
by WestJet, Mixology to Music, and the Bella Italia Brunch Buffet. Other restrictions may
apply. Valid January 14–20, 2013.
The Progressive
Starting from $165 per person
Enjoy one night accommodation, the Progressive
Tasting, and a Saturday tasting event of your choice.
Package pricing is based on two people with the Sun Peaks Progressive Tasting and the
Winter Festival of Wine Brunch. Valid January 18–19, 2013.
Weekend Sampler
Starting from $145 per person
Enjoy one night accommodation and two events of
your choice.
Package pricing is based on two people with the Winetenders Cocktail Shake-Off and the
Bella Italia Brunch Buffet for two people. Valid January 19–20, 2013.
Package pricing is shown in Canadian Dollars and is based on double occupancy in our best
value hotel room or studio. Upgrades available. Rates subject to availability, plus applicable
taxes and may change without notice.
Savour Canadian Cheeses
Presented by
Dairy Farmers of Canada
For recipes, visit allyouneedischeese.ca
The 15th Annual Sun Peaks
Winter Festival of Wine is Sponsored By
Event Sponsors
Accommodation Sponsors
Bear Country Property Management Ltd. | Coast Sundance Lodge
Delta Sun Peaks Resort | Delta Residences at Sun Peaks
Hearthstone Lodge | Heffley Boutique Inn
Nancy Greene’s Cahilty Lodge | Sun Peaks Lodge