Sea Star Vineyards

British Columbia


Once upon a time you had to fly to France for the kind of idyllic wine-supping experience offered at Sea Star. Water glistens like tin-foil through the trees, vines cling to huge step-like terraces and the handsome tasting room dispenses wine made from nine different varieties of grape. Crisp whites are a specialty.

Drop by for tastings and linger at the outside picnic tables. An on-site food cart knocks up Mediterranean-style snacks. In 2017, Sea Star also acquired a vineyard on neighboring Saturna Island.


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