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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - JUNE 2, 2010ALBERTA WINE TAKES GOLD AND ‘BEST OF TYPE’ AT PRESTIGIOUS INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION.STRATHMORE, ALBERTA Alberta-based berry and fruit wine company Field Stone Fruit Wines is celebrating its first “Best of Type” Award in the Fortified Wine Category for its recently released “Black Currant Dessert Wine” at the 2010 Northwest Wine Summit competition in Oregon, USA. The NorthWest Wine Summit is one of the region’s oldest and most popular contests, with 24 judges from around the world judging 1,200 wines over three days. This new Top of Category Award puts the Strathmore Winery on the same notable list as the venerable Okanagan-based Mission Hill Family Estate Riesling Icewine, and vineyards from Washington, British Columbia, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Alaska. “Black currants have been used in winemaking for centuries, and now for the first time Alberta-grown black currants have been recognized on the world’s stage,” says Marvin Gill, Partner at Field Stone Fruit Wines. “We couldn’t be happier.” Field Stone also went on to win a Gold Medal for the same Black Currant Dessert Wine, Silver Medals for its rare Strawberry-Rhubarb Wine and its delicate Raspberry Dessert Wine, and an additional “Best of Region Award” for representing Alberta. News of the “Black Currant Awards” for Field Stone’s fortified wine arrived just as the winery launched its newest table wine for summer 2010 -- “Black Currant Fruit Wine.” This expands the five-year-old company’s product line to 10 farm fresh varieties. “This exciting new fruit wine is our driest offering to date. Slightly oaked, creating an earthy but refined flavour with a hint of berry on the finish,” explains Gill. “Perfect for patio sipping when you want something a bit different.” To date, both Black Currant wines have proven to be popular at the Calgary Farmers Market, with sales stronger than usual since the season opened. “It’s certainly seems to be the summer of the Black Currant,” says Gill. In addition to Black Currant, Field Stone’s four other fruit wine varieties include: Bumbleberry, Cherry, Raspberry, and Strawberry-Rhubarb. Its four other dessert wines include: Saskatoon Berry, Raspberry, Strawberry, and Wild Black Cherry. Field Stone wines are available at the Calgary Farmers Market, Bearspaw Farmers Market, Grassroots (Northlands) Farmers Market, Kingsland Farmers Market, Sylvan Lake Farmers Market, Lethbridge Farmers Market, and Brooks Farmers Market, as well as directly from the Field Stone winery in Strathmore from May through September. May/June hours at the winery: Thursday through Sunday, 12 noon to 6pm. July/August hours, Thursday through Sunday, 10 am to 6pm. The winery is open all holiday Mondays. Visit www.fieldstonefruitwines.com for information, recipes, and pairing suggestions. ABOUT FIELD STONE FRUIT WINES All Field Stone wines are vinified from 100-percent Alberta-grown fruit, 90-percent of which is grown on the Gill family’s Bumbleberry Farm. Field Stone’s winemaker is Dominic Rivard, a noted world expert in fruit wines. Since 2006, the winery has been distinguished with 15 awards and medals across its 10 varieties of fruit and dessert wines. Field Stone wines are available from May to September at selected farmers markets, direct from the winery, and year round at selected retailers across Alberta. ABOUT NORTHWEST WINE SUMMIT Judges included winery owners, wholesale buyers and sellers, restaurant and wine shop owners and others connected to wine drinking, serving, making and selling. Judged on a 13-point scale, the only requirement of each entry is that it be made from fruit grown in the Northwest and commercially available for purchase. PRESS RELEASE - NOVEMBER 20, 2009ANOTHER ALBERTA FIRST: FIELD STONE FRUIT WINES ANNOUNCES BLACK CURRANT DESSERT WINE (STRATHMORE) Today is the official launch date for the debut of our long awaited Black Currant Dessert Wine. This delicious dessert wine. a rich and fruity nectar with an aromatic bouquet and long-lasting finish, is now ready, just in time for gift-giving and the season’s festive meals. Finally, the world-loved flavour of cassis is available right here at home, produced from 100% Alberta-grown black currants. This exciting new product is bottled and ready for tasting this weekend at our Calgary Farmers’ Market location. The market is open all Fridays through Sundays as well as December 22nd Our new wine will also be available at the winery this Christmas season. For those who “This wine has exceeded our expectations,” says Marvin Gill, partner at Field Stone Fruit Wines. Always available at both locations are Field Stone’s eight other varieties, including: Bumbleberry, Cherry, Raspberry and Strawberry-Rhubarb Fruit Wines and Saskatoon Berry, Raspberry, Strawberry and Wild Black Cherry Dessert Wines. All Field Stone fruit wines are vinified from 100% Alberta-grown fruit. For more information on all our wines, please visit us at www.fieldstonefruitwines.com. In 2005 Field Stone Fruit Wines was the first business to be granted a license under the Government of Alberta’s new cottage winery regulations, allowing fruit growers to manufacture and sell fruit wines. Since July 1st, 2005, Field Stone has been a popular destination drawing visitors and customers from around Alberta, Canada, and beyond. PRESS RELEASE - JUNE 4, 2009ALBERTA WINERY WINS PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS (STRATHMORE) Field Stone Fruit Wines, Alberta’s first cottage winery, was once again awarded medals at two of North America’s most prestigious wine competitions this month. The North West Wine Summit 2009 has awarded Field Stone Fruit Wines of Strathmore, Alberta a Gold Medal in the Fortified Wine category, for its Saskatoon Berry Dessert Wine. This wine also received the Mount Columbia Award for Best of Region. In addition, Field Stone received a Silver Medal for its Raspberry Fruit Wine in the Non-Grape category, and a Bronze Medal for its Wild Black Cherry Dessert Wine in the Fortified Wine category. This year’s entries to the competition included over 1000 wines from 5 states and 2 provinces that are included in the greater Pacific Northwest. The North West Wine Summit is open to all types of wines and spirits made or produced in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, Alberta and British Columbia. For more information, see www.vinochallenge.com. The All Canadian Wine Championship 2009 awarded Field Stone Fruit Wines a Gold Medal in the Fruit Wine Fortified category for its Wild Black Cherry Dessert Wine. The All Canadian Wine Competition encompasses wineries from across Canada. Established in 1981, the competition accepts entries from Newfoundland to British Columbia, and has the distinction of being Canada’s oldest and largest wine competition. For further information, see www.canadianwinetrail.com. “It’s great to be recognized among Canada’s best wineries, ” says Marvin Gill, partner at Field Stone Fruit Wines. “We felt that our Wild Black Cherry was particularly excellent this year, and we are thrilled that the judges agreed.” Field Stone is no stranger to prestigious awards. In it’s very first year of operation, its wine won four awards at North West Wine Summit 2006, taking home three Silver Medals for its Raspberry, Saskatoon Berry and Wild Black Cherry Dessert Wines, and a Bronze Medal for its Strawberry Dessert Wine. At North West Wine Summit 2008 it was awarded a Bronze Medal for its Strawberry-Rhubarb Fruit Wine and a Gold Medal-Mount Columbia Award for its Bumbleberry Fruit Wine. In addition, the All-Canadian Wine Championship 2008 awarded Field Stone a Silver Medal for its Raspberry Dessert Wine and a Bronze Medal for its Raspberry Fruit Wine. In 2005, Field Stone Fruit Wines was the first business to be granted a license under the Government of Alberta’s new cottage winery regulations allowing fruit growers to manufacture and sell fruit wines. Since July 1, 2005, Field Stone Fruit Wines has been a popular destination drawing visitors and customers from around Alberta, Canada, and beyond. For more information, please contact us. PRESS RELEASE - June 2, 2008FIELD STONE FRUIT WINES
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ANOTHER ALBERTA FIRST: ANNOUNCING STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB TABLE WINE FROM FIELD STONE FRUIT WINES
(STRATHMORE) June 6, 2008 is the official launch date for the debut of the first Strawberry-Rhubarb table wine made in Alberta, Canada. This medium-dry table wine is vinified from succulent, sweet strawberries and tangy Canadian-Red rhubarb. It features a pleasing, fruity aroma with a drier finish and is a superb accompaniment to wonderful summer dinners and gatherings. This exciting new product is bottled and ready for tasting now at the Wine Store at Field Stone Fruit Wines in Strathmore, Alberta.
“Our new Strawberry-Rhubarb Fruit Wine fully embodies the taste of summer,” reports Marvin Gill, partner at Field Stone Fruit Wines. “Once again, our winemaker - Dominic Rivard - has created a premium fruit wine product for summer and strawberry lovers everywhere. You simply must try it.”
The Wine Store at Field Stone Fruit Wines is now open for its fourth season, offering Albertans a unique opportunity to taste and purchase delicious Alberta-made fruit wines. Alongside the new Strawberry-Rhubarb wine are Field Stone’s seven other varieties, including: Bumbleberry, Cherry and Raspberry Fruit Wines and Saskatoon Berry, Raspberry, Strawberry and Wild Black Cherry Dessert Wines. All Field Stone fruit wines are vinified from 100% Alberta-grown fruit.
Visitors to the Wine Store at Field Stone Fruit Wines in Strathmore can access picnic areas and ample parking. Wine tasting is offered throughout June, Thursdays to Sundays, and Tuesday to Sunday in July and August, as well as all holiday Mondays. Later in the summer, the adjacent U-pick orchard offers fresh strawberries, raspberries and Saskatoon berries for picking and purchase. For details, call the winery at (403) 934-2749 or visit them online at www.fieldstonefruitwines.com.
In 2005 Field Stone Fruit Wines was the first business to be granted a license under the Government of Alberta’s new cottage winery regulations, allowing fruit growers to manufacture and sell fruit wines. Since July 1st, 2005, Field Stone has been a popular destination drawing visitors and customers from around Alberta, Canada, and beyond.
PRESS RELEASE - June 6, 2008FIELD STONE FRUIT WINES Email: info@fieldstonefruitwines.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ALBERTA WINERY WINS PRESTIGIOUS AWARDS(STRATHMORE) Field Stone Fruit Wines, Alberta’s first cottage winery, was awarded medals at two of North America’s most prestigious wine competitions this month. The North West Wine Summit 2008 has awarded Field Stone Fruit Wines of Strathmore, Alberta its Bronze Medal in the Non Grape/Fruit Wine category, for Field Stone’s newest wine, Strawberry-Rhubarb Table Wine. In addition, Field Stone received the Gold Medal-Mount Columbia Award for its Bumbleberry Fruit Wine. This award is given to entries that the judges deem to be the overall best example of style and type. This year’s entries to the competition came from 353 different wineries and from 5 states and 2 provinces of Canada that are included in the greater Pacific Northwest. The North West Wine Summit is open to all types of wines and spirits made or produced in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, Alberta and British Columbia. For more information, see www.vinochallenge.com. The All Canadian Wine Competition 2008 awarded Field Stone Fruit Wines a Silver Medal in the Fortified Fruit Wine category for its Raspberry Dessert Wine. In addition, Field Stone received the Bronze Medal in the Soft Fruit Wine Off-Dry Category for its Raspberry Fruit Wine. The All Canadian Wine Competition encompasses wineries from across Canada. A total of 1045 wines were submitted this year from 152 wineries from Ontario, British Columbia, Quebec, Alberta and Atlantic Canada, setting a new record for the country’s oldest and largest wine competition. For further information, see www.canadianwinetrail.com. “We are thrilled to be winners among such esteemed company, ” says Marvin Gill, partner at Field Stone Fruit Wines. “We have always known that our product is of high quality, but it is rewarding to be affirmed by world-class judges. There’s no doubt that our winemaker – Dominic Rivard – is one of the finest in the industry today.” Field Stone is no stranger to prestigious awards. In it’s very first year of operation, its wine won four awards at North West Wine Summit 2006, taking home three Silver Medals for its Raspberry Dessert Wine 2005, Saskatoon Berry Dessert Wine 2005, and Wild Black Cherry Dessert Wine 2005, and a Bronze Medal for its Strawberry Dessert Wine 2005. In 2005, Field Stone Fruit Wines was the first business to be granted a license under the Government of Alberta’s new cottage winery regulations allowing fruit growers to manufacture and sell fruit wines. Since July 1, 2005, Field Stone Fruit Wines has been a popular destination drawing visitors and customers from around Alberta, Canada, and beyond. June 1 2007 Press Release Strathmore, Alberta FIELD STONE FRUIT WINESBOX 19 SITE 6 RR 1
STRATHMORE, AB T1P 1J6 CONTACT Marvin Gill
Phone: (403) 934-2749 bus.
Email: info@fieldstonefruitwines.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FIELD STONE FRUIT WINES LAUNCHES NEW RASPBERRY TABLE WINE
In response to popular demand, Alberta' first cottage winery, Field Stone Fruit Wines of Strathmore, Alberta is set to launch its brand new Raspberry Table Wine on June 2nd, 2007. This wine, vinted exclusively from our finest "Chief" raspberries, is an off-dry dinner wine with a slightly tart edge, making it the perfect companion for the outdoor fare ahead. This exciting new product is bottled and ready for tasting, available only at the winery this summer. The wine store at Field Stone Fruit Wines is now open for its third season, and is once again offering Albertans an opportunity to taste and purchase delicious Alberta-made fruit wines. This year, our newest offering is available for tasting along with our six original wines: a unique Bumbleberry Table Wine, an Alberta Cherry Table Wine and four dessert wines: Raspberry, Strawberry, Saskatoon Berry and Wild Black Cherry. All of these wines are vinted from 100% Alberta-grown fruit.
Field Stone Fruit Wines will be open Thursday through Sunday during the month of June, and Tuesday through Sunday throughout July and August. As well we are open all holiday Mondays. There is ample parking and picnic areas available. Albertans can also enjoy the adjoining U-pick orchard later in the summer, when strawberries, raspberries and Saskatoon berries will be available for picking and purchase. Specific hours of operation for both Field Stone Fruit Wines and Bumbleberry Orchards are available at (403) 934-2749 and at www.fieldstonefruitwines.com. The new Raspberry Fruit Wine is a much-anticipated addition to our growing list of table wines," says Field Stone partner Marvin Gill. "Our winemaker, Dominic Rivard, has once again captured the remarkable flavour of our raspberries in this new, drier vintage." In 2005 Field Stone Fruit Wines was the first company to be granted a license under the Government of Alberta's new cottage winery regulations, which allowed fruit growers to manufacture and sell fruit wines. Opening on July 1st, 2005, Field Stone soon became a popular destination for people from around the province and beyond. For a truly unique Alberta experience, come and visit us in wine country. July 2006 Banff's newest eatery, The Bison Mountain Bistro, is now offering Field Stone Fruit Wines as a complement to it's exceptional food. Field Stone's Strawberry Dessert Wine and Raspberry Dessert Wine are now available on the dessert wine list; as well, you can enjoy the luscious flavours in The Bison's innovative cocktails. Try the "Strawberry Fields", a yummy combination of Fieldstone Strawberry Dessert Wine, brandied fruit and sparkling wine. Or if raspberry is your preference, try the "Raspberry Soda", combining Field Stone Raspberry Dessert Wine, brandied fruit and sparkling wine. If a martini is more to your liking, try the "Smoking Jacket", which combines Field Stone Raspberry Dessert Wine, port and sparkling wine. Any way you try them, Field Stone dessert wines are sparkling at The Bison Mountain Bistro.
The elegantly rustic dining room is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, with all-day brunch available on weekends. The lounge is a cozy neighbourhood hot spot with a focus on locally made liquors and ales, great for a quick bite or lingering over specialty cocktails. The second-floor patio is a sun-drenched oasis, giving a bird's-eye view of the sweeping Banff scenery.The General Store attracts locals and visitors alike, all eager to try the many delicacies offered. In addition to gourmet cheeses and meats, there are house-made preserves, mustards and ketchups available for purchase alongside artisan Canadian giftware. If you haven't dined at The Bison yet, hurry! You won't be disappointed!
211 Bear Street, Banff, Alberta.
Alberta AGLC News Release ........ May 2, 2005
Alberta's first fruit winery is on the grow Edmonton... An application from Bumbleberry Orchards in Strathmore was given approval to begin development of the province's first cottage wine facility, which will be called Field Stone Fruit Wines. After meeting all federal and provincial requirements, Field Stone Fruit Wines will receive an official licence, which means Albertans could be sipping Alberta-grown fruit wine as soon as July. Since 1998, Bumbleberry Orchards has been producing saskatoon berries, raspberries, strawberries, and wild black cherries for sale at their U-pick farm and at farmers' markets. The approval to proceed with the development of this facility will enable the company to turn this fruit production business into a winery that will give Albertans homegrown fruit wine choices. "The new cottage wine licence was introduced to encourage the growth of a fruit wine industry in Alberta," said Gaming Minister, Gordon Graydon. "We have received a lot of interest in this program, and we anticipate that this facility will be the first of many developed in Alberta." "This is an exciting opportunity to diversify my business," said Field Stone's owner Marvin Gill. "I think Albertans will enjoy the unique flavours of the fruit wine we are producing, and soon they will be able to come to the farm to taste it, and of course, purchase." The cottage wine regulation, announced February 2, 2005, allows Alberta's fruit growers to apply to the AGLC for a licence to manufacture, store and sell wines on their farms. Since the privatization of liquor stores in 1993, the number of liquor products available for sale in Alberta has increased over 500 per cent. The AGLC continues to license, regulate and monitor liquor activities in Alberta in order to ensure the integrity of the industry. Visit the AGLC website for more info.
Field Stone Fruit Wines Featured in the Calgary Sun Calgary Sun Business Section features Field Stone Fruit Wines and the growing fruit wine industry in Canada. Check out the article here. |
