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1 Mill Road
Reserve Your 1 Mill Road Wines Before They Sell Out!
An Exclusive Offer By Okanagan Wine Club
The 1 Mill Road 2022 Black Pine Chardonnay
$51.85 inc tax and deposit
WHY WE LOVE THESE WINES
Do you remember how we found out about Soren Wines? An unexpected and delightful discovery while working on a different project....
We met up with Katie in September at her day job with Kitsch wines and got to chatting about 1 Mill Road. This winery has been on our radar for a while, and we've been following each vintage release since the winery's first. We were THRILLED to learn that Katie and Ben might have a few bottles available for OWC members!
We love the passion and elbow grease that go into the 1 Mill Road wines as well as the small scale of the winery. Producing < 1000 cases a year doesn't work for everyone, so this is a bit of an Okanagan unicorn.
It goes without saying that the wines bearing the 1 Mill Road label are beautiful, aromatic and complex. Cellar worthy gems.
ABOUT KATIE & BEN
Ben and Katie met in 2019, discovering not only a shared love for wine but also a common dream of owning and growing their own wine business.
Ben hails from Australia where, prior to moving to the Okanagan in 2018, he was Chief Winemaker for Wyndham Estate as well as Stoneleigh (NZ) and Campo Viejo in Spain. After a couple of years as chief winemaker with Mission Hill in Kelowna, Ben wanted to prioritize the dream of running his own winery.
Katie, originally from the Okanagan Valley, spent a decade in South Africa working in hospitality and marketing. She publishing many wine related articles and achieving her Diploma from the Wine & Spirits Education Trust. She moved back to the Okanagan and began working with Kitsch Winery before starting her adventure with 1 Mill Road.
Combined, they have 5 children and ultimately they want to create something that will involve their kids every year. They are building a legacy project - something to be proud of.
ABOUT 1 MILL ROAD
The story of 1 Mill Road begins with an old pear orchard transformed exclusively to Pinot Noir in 2012 on the Naramata Bench. This story starts with David and Cynthia Enns, the visionary founders of Laughing Stock Winery. Located at the address: 1 Mill Road, this vineyard stands as a testament to their commitment to quality winemaking and love for Pinot Noir.
Katie and Ben's dream of crafting exceptional BC wines found its realization when they picked up the torch from the Enns'. They all shared a similar vision and a strong work ethic. Now, you'll find Ben and Katie in the vineyard with their 5 kids, tirelessly working in the rows ... or tending the ferments at the Vault.
The magic happens at the Naramata Wine Vault in the charming village of Naramata, where 1 Mill Road wines come to life. Specializing in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, these wines are crafted from carefully selected vineyards on the Naramata Bench and the newly designated sub-appellation of the East Kelowna Slopes. Each bottle reflects their hard work and passion for wine.
1 Mill Road Gift Pack: $122.95*
1 Mill Road Mixed 6 Pack: $293.85*
*inc tax and deposit
Introducing.... a special, bonus release from OWC
Offer Ends
Wednesday, December 6th at Midnight
VIP Early Access
Starts Monday, December 4th
All Members
Access starts Tuesday,
December 5th
1 Mill Road
Check out the video below to meet Katie & Ben, the owners of 1 Mill Road, and to learn more about their small batch winemaking journey.
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Checkout opens Monday December 4th for VIPs, Tuesday December 5th for all members
No Subscriptions.
You Get All The Information You Need To Reserve Only The Wines You Want
One common question we get is: what kind of subscription is it and how much do you have to pay every year? The answer? No subscriptions, no fees. We don't keep credit cards on file or charge any fees whatsoever. Membership in the club is absolutely free, and always will be.
The Okanagan Wine Club is NOT a subscription based wine club.
No subscriptions or cancellation fees means you can try wines at your leisure.
You can pick and choose the wine packs you want to receive (like this one!) without ever having to cancel.
Not buying wines right now? That's OK! Enjoy learning about the wineries and visiting with winemakers every couple of weeks with OWC's video interviews
Wine Ships Directly To Your Door:
$15 FLAT RATE SHIPPING for 2 btl gift pack
$25 FLAT RATE FOR 6 bottles +
Shipping Options:
Canada Post | ATS
**Given the delicacy of shipping fine wine and chocolate, Canada Post orders may be delayed due to extreme winter temperatures**
FAQ for new members
Do I need to sign a contract?
Not at all! Joining the Okanagan Wine Club is entirely free and doesn’t require any paperwork. Anytime you decide to purchase a featured wine pack, it is a one-time only purchase. There are no contracts, commitments or ongoing charges. Simply choose exactly what you want to buy.
What happens if I want to leave the Okanagan Wine Club?
Since you are not in a subscription, you don't have to do anything. You simply just don't buy any wine packs.
I don't drink enough wine to justify joining a wine club...
You only get what you choose to order. If you don't want any more wine, simple don't order any more. This is the wine club where you're in complete control of exactly how much wine you get.
What if I don't like your wine?
Many of our partner wineries allow you to return wine directly to the winery if the quality has been compromised. If you are unsatisfied with your wine purchase or the quality of your wine, please email us to help you solve the issue.
Where am I purchasing the wine?
You are purchasing wine directly from the winery, but at Okanagan Wine Club prices.
Checkout opens Monday, December 4th for VIPs
“All purchases are made directly from the winery. The price listed includes applicable taxes. The winery will ship your order via Canada Post or ATS within a maximum of 3 business days after the end of the offer and you will receive an e-mail confirming shipment. Your credit card or other method of acceptable payment will show a charge from 1 Mill Road. If you have any questions or concerns about your order, please contact [email protected].
Okanagan Wine Club does not process any sales of wine or any payments, receive orders of wine, or ship wines. The presentation of the Exclusive Wine Pack is being made for and on behalf of the winery. The winery may accept or reject any orders it receives.”
Need to get in touch? Having difficulty placing your order? You can reach support at [email protected] with questions or comments.
Why OWC?
The 1 Mill Road Gift Pack
$122.95 inc tax and deposit
A delicious sampling of the wines from 1 Mill Road and a hand-picked box of beautiful chocolates from Kelowna's own Sandrine
Gifting this?
Katie will be handwriting your personalized notes in every box.
Pairing: Brown butter poached halibut with celeriac puree (or any richer fish and pomme puree...)
Cellaring: Drink now through 2025
Alc 12.6% | TA 5.6 | RS 1.8
This Chardonnay originates from the newly established East Kelowna Slopes sub-region in the Okanagan Valley, renowned for its suitability for growing top-notch Chardonnay grapes. The 2022 growing season, characterized by its cool weather and extended fall, provided optimal conditions for the development of Chardonnay's distinctive characteristics.
Following maturation in a combination of new French oak barriques and neutral oak puncheons, this wine presents a refined and soft palate. The aromatic profile features discernible notes of orange creamsicle and a subtle minerality. We'd recommended you allow the wine to aerate in the glass for a few minutes to fully appreciate the nuanced bouquet.
Upon tasting, expect a well-balanced array of flavors, including golden yellow apple, peaches, and cream with a soft finish.
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The 1 Mill Road 2021 Block Two Pinot Noir
$46.10 inc tax and deposit
The 2021 vintage of Block Two is a meticulously crafted blend, combining the most premium Pinot Noir from the Home Block with grapes from a neighboring vineyard in Naramata. Situated on the quintessential Naramata Bench facing southwest, these vineyards maximize sunlight exposure and air circulation. The growing season of 2021, marked by higher temperatures, led to a lower yield but more concentrated fruit.
Given the stress on the fruit, the winemaking process deviated slightly, with a quicker fermentation than usual. The wine matured in 228L French Oak barrels, maintaining the separation of the two vineyards during fermentation until Katie and Ben decided on the blend, just before bottling.
The sensory experience begins with notes of cran-raspberry and wild mushroom on the nose, offering a hint of the wine's complexity. On the palate, the Block Two unfolds with the flavors of red cherry and subtle spice, culminating in a finish characterized by beautifully silky tannins. This vintage promises a unique and refined expression of Pinot Noir, showcasing the distinct terroir of the Naramata Bench.
Pairing: Stuffed Cornish Hens with roasted butternut squash and creamed spinach
Cellaring: Drink now through 2027
Alc 13.5% | TA 6.4 | RS 1.0
Coming from a long line of celebrated French patissiers and chocolatiers, Sandrine offers a decadent selection of gourmet chocolates made by hand, using only the best European chocolate and finest ingredients. Sandrine is located in Kelowna in the Okanagan Valley.
This is a 10 piece box of beautiful handmade chocolates from a local artisan.
Available with the gift pack or, hey, just order as many boxes as your heart desires....!
Assorted Chocolates from
Sandrine French Bakery - Kelowna
$25.00
The 1 Mill Road Mixed Pack
$293.85 inc tax and deposit
Get a FREE box of Sandrine chocolates with the purchase of this 6 pack
A serious wine pack. Stock the cellar with this six pack that includes 3 Chardonnay + 3 Pinot Noir. Built for aging.
