Harper's Trail is pioneering the Kamloops wine region with their Thadd Springs Vineyard along the South Thompson River. Owned by Ed and Vicki Collett, this wine was made at the Okanagan Crush Pad in Summerland by chief winemaker Michael Bartier.
At only 8.5% alcohol, this is one great off-dry sipper.
The nose offers apricot and peaches, wild honey, yellow apples and spring flowers. It has a fantastic mouthfeel, which is both tangy and lush at the same time. Here, lime and stonefruit, apples and quince vie for your attention. It has lovely freshness, a dollop of sweetness and very good concentration with a racy, mouthwatering finish.
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Wine Scores Reviewed - November 6th, 2013

Harper's Trail is one of only a handful of wineries pioneering the Kamloops wine region along the South Thompson River. Owned by Ed and Vicki Collett, who have used winemaker Michael Bartier as a consultant since day one, Harper's Trail now has their own winery and has large expansion plans for the next decade or so.
Their estate is home to highly regarded limestone soils, which are responsible for making some of the world's greatest wines.
This outstanding Riesling offers lemon drops and green apples, chalky limestone, mountain stream minerality and a slight smokiness. The palate echoes a dominant mineral character, which adds complexity and focus. Intense with a a kiss of sweetness and a long lip-smacking finish.
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Wine Scores Reviewed - November 17th, 2016

Juicy, lively, savoury.

Harper's Trail pioneered the Kamloops wine region with their Thadd Springs Vineyard along the South Thompson River and is owned by Ed and Vicki Collett. The couple are retiring this year and the winery is up for sale.
The Field Blend Red is Pinot Noir and Cabernet Franc with a splash of Chardonnay. Notes of smoked plums and carob, wild red berries, dried herbs. saline, tobacco and cedar aromas lead to a juicy and lively palate. Tangy red berries, toasted brown spice, cedar, black coffee and dark chocolate flavours dominate. A savoury red, leaning toward lighter bodied.
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Wine Scores Reviewed - February 23rd, 2023

Fragrant, honeyed, pretty.

Harper's Trail pioneered the Kamloops wine region with their Thadd Springs Vineyard along the South Thompson River. Owned by Ed and Vicki Collett, their consulting winemaker Michael Bartier. has been with them since day one.
A This is a pretty wine that offers aromas of peaches and yellow apples, acacia and lime al wrapped up in honey. It is creamy with good intensity and delivers expressive golden fruits and citrus flavours. Easy drinking and balanced and good value.
A perfect patio quaffer or pair with fresh salads, grilled shellfish or mildly spicy dishes.

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Wine Scores Reviewed - November 5th, 2019

Musky, ripe, citrusy.

Harper's Trail pioneered the Kamloops wine region with their Thadd Springs Vineyard along the South Thompson River and is owned by Ed and Vicki Collett.
This Pinot Gris, Riesling, Chardonnay and Gewurz blend suggests aromas of yellow pears and wild honey, exotic spice, green apples, apricots and herbal undertones. It has a wild musky and grassy palate with bruised tree fruit and citrus pith flavours.
Pair with fresh salads, grilled shellfish or mildly spicy dishes.

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Wine Scores Reviewed - January 10th, 2021