Q2 2026
Kascadia Wine Society
Grilling season has arrived—that fleeting stretch of the year when evenings linger a little longer, the table moves outdoors, and wine becomes part of the atmosphere itself.
Smoke curling through warm air.
Charred herbs and open flame.
A chilled glass catching the last of the light.
As July 4th approaches, we find ourselves doing what we love most: thoughtfully accumulating bottles worthy of the season and quietly helping you build a cellar for the celebrations ahead. The best summer gatherings are rarely planned around a single evening—they are built one bottle at a time.
For Q2, our inspiration is simple: BBQ and wine.
Summer naturally draws us toward familiar comforts—backyard soirées, long evenings with friends and family, grilled goodness fresh off the fire, and wines with a little more personality in the glass. Wines with depth. Wines with presence. Wines that stand up to bold flavors and reward a slower pace.
With this in mind, we centered our buying decisions around the season. The result is a collection built for summer tables and outdoor gatherings—wines that pair beautifully with flame-kissed foods, smoky aromas, and generous hospitality. Consider this quarter's shipment not only a collection for today, but a foundation for the celebrations still to come throughout the summer months.
Among this season's highlights is the legendary Painted Rock Red Icon 2021 — one of the Okanagan Valley's most coveted luxury wines and a benchmark for Canadian fine wine. Powerful yet impeccably composed, it delivers remarkable depth, structure, and age-worthiness. Alongside it, the beautifully layered Painted Rock Cabernet Franc 2022, the elegant and refreshing Poplar Grove Pinot Gris 2025, and the long-awaited return of Winemaker's CUT Bohemian Pinot Noir offer a compelling snapshot of the craftsmanship and diversity emerging from North America's most exciting wine regions.
Swirl the glass slowly. Let the wines breathe. Let the evening stretch.
Thank you, as always, for allowing us to curate these moments with you.
— VJ & The Kascadia Wine Merchants Team
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Poplar grove winery
We're delighted to reintroduce a longtime favorite among our U.S. customers: Poplar Grove Pinot Gris. A benchmark white wine from the Okanagan Valley, this flagship Pinot Gris is celebrated for its freshness, balance, and elegance—hallmarks of one of British Columbia's most respected wineries.
Built on family values, a commitment to quality, and a pioneering spirit, Poplar Grove has become one of Canada's most acclaimed wine estates. From their vineyards overlooking Okanagan Lake, they continue to craft wines that beautifully express the region they call home. Cheers to discovering one of Canada's great wine families.
BBQ + Wine: Summer Pairings with Painted Rock Red Icon 2021
For this quarter's Wine Club Collection, we centered our inspiration around one timeless pairing: BBQ + Wine.
And leading the lineup is the Painted Rock Red Icon 2021, a bold and beautifully layered Okanagan Valley blend with notes of blackberry, cassis, dark cherry, cracked pepper, cocoa, and savory herbs. It's the kind of wine that shines beside flame-kissed food and relaxed summer entertaining.
And our favorite pairing recipe is: Grilled Rosemary Burgers with Aged Cheddar
The Canada Reserve
A dedicated exploration of Canada’s most exciting wine regions—from the Okanagan Valley to Niagara. Rare finds, small producers, and bottles you won’t see everywhere.
The Host’s Selection
A curated 4-bottle collection designed for hosting with confidence. Expect a balanced mix of crowd-pleasers and conversation starters from top Canadian and U.S. regions.
The Cellar Edit
Six standout bottles—half Canadian, half U.S.and sometimes a jewel from Mexico — featuring small producers, limited finds, and wines with depth and story. Built for those who want more than just “good wine.”
The Explorer Club
Two sommelier-selected bottles each month from standout producers across North America—designed for easy weeknight enjoyment, casual hosting, and expanding your palate without overthinking it.
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tasting note archives
As a valued member of the Kascadia Wine Club, you now have exclusive access to our Wine Club Tasting Notes Archive—your one-stop destination to revisit wine we’ve featured in past seasonal packs. Dive deep into detailed wine tasting notes, discover producer spotlights, and revisit memorable wine and food pairings designed to elevate your experience.
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Virtual tastings!
Stay tuned for virtual tasting dates and times for 2026!
VIDEO ARCHIVES
Coming Soon! - Painted Rock Winery
Coming Soon! - Terah Wine Co.
Spearhead Virtual Wine Tasting
FAQs
Your member benefits include:
- Wine notes and seasonal recipes with each shipment
- 2 virtual tastings
- 10% off retail purchases.
If you are part of our Founders Club, you will also have exclusive access to our book club and discounted travel options with Canadian Wine Tour companies.
Club members will be emailed virtual tasting dates and information. You can anticipate an email 3 weeks prior to your virtual tasting, so that you have ample time to prepare.
The Founders Club is an exclusive offer for our first 50 wine club subscribers.
Founders Club members are part of our annual book club, which includes a food or wine savvy book with their first shipment of year.
They will also receive access to discounted travel with Canadian Wine Tour companies that have partnered with Kascadia Wine Merchants.
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