Minimalism Wines

Minimalism Wines human scale - regenerative & sustainable - minimal intervention - soulful wines with a pulse This little piece of the pie is where we find our self in.

Passionate about wine made with integrity, we decided to take the plunge down the rabbit hole and share pieces of our favourite regions, varietals, and winemakers with British Columbians. Whether we've met the producer first-hand and thoroughly vetted them or done extensive research before approaching anyone, our goal at Minimalism Wines is to always provide you with wines of the highest quality a

nd drinkability, no corners cut. After years of working with local wineries, wine shops, and distributors both small and large, we came to learn there was a large gap in a category that deserved to be filled with so much more than giant conglomerates and soulless, volume pushing brands. Though this gap still persists, there is a growing demand for wines that are environmentally conscious, that tell a story of their grower and maker, and that express their varietal through clarity and purity. Welcome to Minimalism Wines, where we import and distribute wines that are undressed, and reflective of their grower, maker, terroir, and varietal.

It's raining RED! From light on its feet to deep, dark, and soul-warming đŸ·The red wines currently available in my portfo...
02/06/2026

It's raining RED! From light on its feet to deep, dark, and soul-warming đŸ·

The red wines currently available in my portfolio span the globe — Australia, Austria, right here in BC, Chile, the Czech Republic, France, Georgia, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Lebanon, New Zealand, South Africa, Spain, and the US — and they cover ALL the moods.

Think juicy, crunchy, chillable reds with bright fruit and energy
 all the way to fuller-bodied, structured wines made for cold nights, slow cooking, and plates that need something with a little weight behind it. Weeknight pasta, long braises, dinner parties, quiet nights in — there’s a red here that fits.

Lots of styles, lots of stories, and plenty of bottles ready to satisfy any appetite or taste... 66 different reds to be exact!

DM me or reach out to order đŸ‡đŸ·


From Okanagan Falls, Synchromesh continues to carve out some of BC’s most compelling expressions of Riesling, Pinot Noir...
02/06/2026

From Okanagan Falls, Synchromesh continues to carve out some of BC’s most compelling expressions of Riesling, Pinot Noir, and Cab Franc—grown quite literally along fault lines. The Storm Haven estate spans 107 acres between 1,300 and 2,000 feet, with multiple aspects and finely tuned micro-blocks. Soils shift dramatically across the site: sandy loam over gravel and decomposed granite, mixed clay-loam with rock debris, and striking quartz and slate intrusions tracing the Okanagan Fault Line. Drainage is fast, vines are naturally stressed, and each block speaks clearly through its own acid profile, texture, and mineral character.

Farming is meticulous and low-yielding, with blocks managed individually and a portion of the estate preserved as natural wildlife habitat. In the cellar, fermentations are native, additives are avoided, and wines are bottled with minimal fining and filtration—letting site do the talking. You’ll see it clearly in the glass: quartz-driven blocks bring electric acidity and flinty lift; clay-loam delivers mid-palate texture; gravel and granite add mineral cut and tension.

The 2025 Riesling is all energy and precision—bright citrus, lemon zest, and crab apple aromatics, with candied lemon and green mango on the palate, finishing just *barely* off-dry. A vibrant, crowd-pleasing style that holds serious structure. This entry-level stunner marks the culmination of 15 years working with 21B Riesling across multiple Okanagan Valley terroirs—Naramata, Okanagan Falls and Oliver. After several vintages of reduced yields, availability is finally strong again. Lock it in while you can đŸŒ±

+850115 / $19
Alc 8.9%
pH 2.8
TA 8.2 g/L
RS 39.3 g/L

Pink hues, amber tones, and everything in between! From delicate, thirst-quenching rosés to textured, soulful skin-conta...
02/01/2026

Pink hues, amber tones, and everything in between! From delicate, thirst-quenching rosés to textured, soulful skin-contact wines, this lineup is a love letter to place, tradition, and thoughtful winemaking.

Sourced from our own backyard in BC and spanning Australia, Austria, Chile, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Lebanon, New Zealand, the USA, and Spain, each bottle tells a different story — shaped by its land, its people, and time.

Fresh, savoury, wild, elegant, unexpected... Perfect for curious palates and long conversations at the table. Come taste the rainbow 🌈


From easygoing sips to whites that make you feel like you’ve escaped to a sun-soaked beach somewhere far away đŸŒđŸ·â€”this li...
01/13/2026

From easygoing sips to whites that make you feel like you’ve escaped to a sun-soaked beach somewhere far away đŸŒđŸ·â€”this lineup truly travels.

The portfolio's current selection of white wines available to order spans the globe and the seasons. Expect everything from light & crisp refreshers, to mineral-driven and beautifully textural bottles, to fuller-bodied whites that invite a little contemplation on these cool days.

Whether you’re stocking up on everyday favourites, chasing summer vibes or looking for a thoughtful winter white to slow things down, there’s something here waiting for you. Explore, taste, and travel—one bottle at a time.


BUBBLES! So many bubbles from all over the world! Australia, British Columbia, Chile, France, Germany, Italy, Lebanon, N...
01/09/2026

BUBBLES! So many bubbles from all over the world! Australia, British Columbia, Chile, France, Germany, Italy, Lebanon, New Zealand, Slovenia, and the USA 🌍 my inventory is stacked with sparkling wines from nearly every corner of the wine world.

Styles? All of them.
⚡ Bright, crisp whites
🍊 Textural skin-contact sparklers
đŸ· Deep, playful reds

Flavours that range from fresh and delicate to spicy, layered, and richly expressive—there’s a bottle here for celebrations, quiet nights, long lunches, and everything in between. Whatever the occasion, I’ve got the bubbles to match.

Hit me up đŸ„‚


Introducing Okeanós — A Salish Sea Experiment by Okeanós began as a question rather than a plan: if we’re trying to make...
01/08/2026

Introducing Okeanós — A Salish Sea Experiment by

Okeanós began as a question rather than a plan: if we’re trying to make wines that feel true to where they come from, how could we ignore the sea that surrounds us?

Long before modern winemaking relied on sulphur, ancient cultures turned to seawater as a natural preservative. Inspired by that history, the folks at Averill Creek wondered what might happen if they explored this idea on Vancouver Island. So they did something simple, and slightly strange. Pinot Noir and GewĂŒrztraminer were briefly soaked in water from the Salish Sea before fermentation. No additions. No corrections. Just curiosity, and a willingness to see where it led. What emerged surprised them.

Okeanós carries the freshness and elegance typically associated with Averill Creek's wines, but with an added layer of texture and gentle salinity. A wine that feels both grounded and fluid, familiar and a little untamed. It doesn’t fit neatly into a category, and we all like it that way.

Named for the Greek personification of the ocean, Okeanós is a reminder that wine has always been shaped by movement, risk, and connection. This bottle is our way of holding space for all of that
 and inviting you into the experiment.

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This year tested me in ways I never imagined. There were long stretches where stress and sadness left me without the wor...
12/26/2025

This year tested me in ways I never imagined. There were long stretches where stress and sadness left me without the words to show up the way I wanted to.

To my incredible supporters and suppliers: thank you for your patience, your support, and your belief in Minimalism Wines during what has been the hardest year of my life. I am deeply grateful and genuinely proud to represent the wineries and families I get to represent.

Your collaboration, partnership and enjoyment has meant more than you know, and I truly hope we continue building together in the years ahead.

Wishing you and your families a Merry Christmas and a gentler, brighter year to come đŸ€đŸ·

There’s magic in Okanagan Falls—warm days, cool nights, steady valley winds. That’s where began in 2009, when Alan and ...
11/28/2025

There’s magic in Okanagan Falls—warm days, cool nights, steady valley winds. That’s where began in 2009, when Alan and Amy found a small hillside rich in glacial + volcanic soils and realized it was the perfect home for expressive, terroir-driven Riesling.

What started as a search for the right site grew into a full family venture. Alan’s parents, John and Kirsty, soon joined, and in 2017 the neighbouring property was added, bringing the estate to 107 acres. Today, Alan, alongside his family, farm with a minimal-intervention, holistic approach, allowing each block to speak clearly through the wines. And they speak beautifully.

Currently available in limited stock are the following wines:

Long’s View Riesling 2024 – Electric, limey, stony

Thorny Vines Riesling 2024 – Textural, peach skin, lemon curd

White Label Riesling 2023 – Crisp orchard fruit, saline lift

Storm Haven RosĂ© 2023 – Dry, pale, quietly serious

Blue Label Dry Riesling 2022 – Grapefruit, crushed rock, razor-sharp

Blue Label Gold Digger 2022 – Stone fruit, honeyed edges, deep minerality

Blue Label Gibson-Block 3 2022 – Concentrated, floral, intensely site-specific

Black Label Pinot Noir 2022 – Silky cherry, soft earth, gentle spice

Black Label Cabernet Franc 2022 – Dark fruit, graphite, to***co leaf

Synchromesh remains, at its core, a family on a hillside—farming with intention, listening to the land, and crafting wines that express this special place with honesty and precision.

Those in the interior, check your emails, there are some serious savings you can take advantage of for a limited time. Thirsty? Let’s chat đŸ€™đŸŒ

Every year, I look forward to Whispering Horse’s sparkling release—it always feels a little like Christmas. Bright, comf...
11/27/2025

Every year, I look forward to Whispering Horse’s sparkling release—it always feels a little like Christmas. Bright, comforting, and the perfect lift for grey fall and winter days.

This tiny, thoughtful Yarrow winery continues to redefine small-lot BC wine with hand-tended vines, sustainable farming, and traditional-method sparkling wines that evolve at their own pace. This year’s lineup brings three limited-production bottles, each aged patiently for depth and finesse:

Seyval Blanc 2021
Orchard-fresh and gently toasty, with juicy pear, lemon blossom, and a mineral finish that keeps you coming back for more.

Sparkling Pinot Gris 2024
A glowing rosé with notes of peach, citrus, and a delicate mousse. Lively grapefruit meets a soft, mineral close.

Sparkling Adorn 2023
Playful and vibrant—red cherry, pomegranate, orange zest, and a crisp, irresistible snap on the finish.

Each bottle is a reflection of ’s patience, intention, and small-lot craftsmanship.

If you’d like to order or need an allocation, hit me up đŸ€™đŸŒđŸŸâœš

Introducing — a small, soulful family estate in Priocca, Roero, rooted in four decades of ecological farming and “bio-e...
11/21/2025

Introducing — a small, soulful family estate in Priocca, Roero, rooted in four decades of ecological farming and “bio-ergo-dynamics,” their unique philosophy blending human effort, scientific clarity, and deep respect for the land.

From their vineyards on Bricco Gatti’s blue clay, marl, chalk & sand, the family crafts wines with intention: spontaneous fermentations, indigenous yeasts, minimal sulfur, and quiet aging in used wood, ceramic, or concrete. The result is purity, texture, and a gentle conviction in every bottle.

Gris Pomaij +676899 — Arneis & Nebbiolo blended unfiltered after six months in ceramic/concrete. Fresh, textural, quietly expressive.

Grilli Bianchi +676902 — Chardonnay built for clarity and longevity, aged in steel, concrete, wood & ceramic. Jancis Robinson: 17 pts.

Ciabot delle Rose +676905 — A tender, juicy Nebbiolo rosĂ©, fermented and aged in ceramic/concrete.

Vareij +676911 — Bragat Francese & Barbera in an aromatic, whimsical blend. Galloni 92 pts, World Best Sommelier Selection, Tre Viti, Due Stelle, 2 Bicchieri.

Barbera “Side B 29.5” +677410 — Bright, sincere Barbera reflecting a full lunar cycle of patience.

Nebbiolo d’Alba Superiore “Sul Monte” +676914 — Sand-grown, lifted, graceful Nebbiolo with quiet power. Galloni 93 pts, Quattro Viti/94 pts, AIS 4 Viti.

Honest, attentive, and deeply evocative, these wines speak softly but with real presence. I’m honoured to share them with you.

OKANAGAN TRADE: You’re invited to an intimate Portfolio Tasting on September 15th featuring a lineup of some of BC’s mos...
09/09/2025

OKANAGAN TRADE: You’re invited to an intimate Portfolio Tasting on September 15th featuring a lineup of some of BC’s most exciting small winery producers, alongside thoughtful, head-turning international gems. A few of us are joining forces to showcase some beautiful, thoughtfully produced wines from near and far. This is your chance to taste terroir-driven wines and connect directly with the people behind them. Consider this your one-stop shop for something local, unique and different!

Where: Wildling – 1036 Richter St, Kelowna (hot new spot on Richter)
When: Monday, September 15th
Time: 12–3 PM
Wildling’s Apero Snacks - light snacks will be available for the first attendees

Who’s pouring:

1 Mill Road – thoughtful, hand-crafted wines from Naramata Village (owner will be pouring)

Minimalism Wines – soulful, sustainably-made wines inspired by the world, rooted in unique BC terroirs like Vancouver Island, the Fraser Valley, and Okanagan Falls, alongside select international gems worth discovering (I will be pouring)

Terravista Vineyards – distinctive, terroir-driven Spanish varieties from the Naramata Bench (owner will be pouring)

Surlie Wines – low-intervention, international wines with stories, family owned and operated companies who are good stewards of their land (local agent will be pouring)

En Terre Wines – organic, soil-first wines from Naramata/Ok Falls vineyards (owner will be pouring)

This tasting is designed for trade and media professionals in the Okanagan Valley to discover wines that could find their place on restaurant lists and retail shelves.

We’d love for you to join us to taste, talk, and explore these thoughtful expressions of place from near and far.

Please RSVP (to me, Katie or Dallas) so we can keep track of attendees and make sure we have sufficient wines to pour. We look forward to hosting you!

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