Phantom Creek Estates Brings South Okanagan Elegance and Artistry to New Richmond Facility
2024年8月20日 - 12:00AM
In its fifth year of operations,
Phantom Creek
Estates has become renowned as both a leader in the B.C.
wine industry and as the most spectacular destination winery in the
South Okanagan. Now, it brings that style and splendour to the
Lower Mainland with the opening of its new 4,075 square-foot
Richmond, B.C. office and multi-function space at 6928 Pearson Way.
Even better, the expansion coincides with the release of its first
ultra-premium-tier Halo wine: the Bordeaux-style blend,
Baoshan.
“Creating a premium-tier Bordeaux-blend from B.C.’s best grapes,
and building a space to connect with our Lower Mainland wine club
members have been key elements of my vision for Phantom Creek
Estates,” said proprietor Richter Bai. “It’s a
thrill to see it all coming to fruition.” The first release of
Phantom Creek’s Halo wine will be the 2020
Baoshan, a full-bodied blend of merlot, cabernet
sauvignon, cabernet franc, petit verdot, and malbec.
Meaning “treasure mountain” in Chinese, Baoshan is symbolic of
prosperity and aligns with the mission to create something to be
cherished and shared, that can be passed down from generation to
generation — a principle that has been important to Bai since he
first conceived his plan for Phantom Creek Estates. Fittingly, this
limited-release wine is made with exceptional fruit from the best
lots in the Kobau and Becker vineyards. “This wine is the
quintessential expression of Phantom Creek Estates' vineyards and
terroir,” said Phantom Creek’s General Manager and Director of
Winemaking, Mark Beringer.
Consulting Winemaker Olivier Humbrecht, MW
agrees. “The Baoshan has been created with the philosophy of
delivering a product that can elevate Canadian winemaking to
unparalleled heights. Crafted with only our best fruit, it embodies
the perfect synergy of every component.” Opening with vibrant
aromas of wild strawberries, red cherries, and cassis, the wine
features beautifully rounded flavours balanced with crisp acidity
and well-integrated tannins. The extraordinary blend can be enjoyed
now or aged for another 20 years in a collector’s cellar. Only two
barrels of this first release were made, to be bottled in magnums,
making it an extremely exclusive release.
Like the winery, the new space was designed with a focus on art
and architecture. Designers J.DESIGN emphasized
openness and fluidity, with arched doorways and clean lines to
create an atmosphere that is both sophisticated and contemporary.
Furnishings were meticulously chosen, including the 2022
Red Dot Design Award winning BUFA Arc Sofa, to
balance functionality with style.
Beringer said the new space will facilitate greater market
penetration for Phantom Creek Estates. “It will help us introduce
our family of wines to an even greater audience,” he said. “We
intend to hold winemakers’ dinners and special events, host
partners and VIPs, and provide an individualized and exclusive
experience in new ways for members of our Cru Club. Many exciting
developments are to come as a result of our increased footprint
into the Lower Mainland.”
The Baoshan will be available to purchase this fall. To learn
more about the new wine from the tech sheet here. For the latest
news on Phantom Creek Estates and its selection of wines, visit
phantomcreekestates.com or follow @phantomcreek on Instagram or
/PCEWine on Facebook.
ABOUT PHANTOM CREEK ESTATES | Located on the
famed Black Sage Bench in British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley,
Phantom Creek Estates is a destination winery like no other.
Specializing in single-vineyard red and white varietals grown on
storied vineyard sites, the commitment to creation, to the
environment, and to challenging the status quo is clear in every
aspect of winery operations. It’s evident in the care of certified
organic vineyards, in traditional winemaking methods using
state-of-the-art technology, and in the winery’s spectacular
design, support of local producers, and dedication to art and
culture. From the start, the winery has been guided by the
long-term vision of building one of the leading wineries in the
country, and in turn, of developing Canada as the next frontier in
the world of wine. phantomcreekestates.com | @phantomcreek |
/PCEWine
Locations:
The Winery: 4315 Black Sage Road, Oliver, British
ColumbiaRichmond Office: 6928 Pearson Way, Richmond, British
Columbia
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Dorothee Xing
SMC Communications Inc. for Phantom Creek Estates
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Andrew Lavers
SMC Communications Inc. for Phantom Creek Estates
(604) 379-6226
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