We�re in the RED...wine that is Our Summer Wine Releases

Summer sunshine has arrived in the valley and so have some of our big reds, including some first time limited releases:

Pinot Noir 2008 - $29.00 - Offered through our Small Caps program with only 180 cases available, David has made Pinot Noir only every second year. With the challenging reputation that proceeds this varietal and the reward when greatness is achieved, we couldn't resist to do it again and we're quite pleased with the results.
90-91 pts - John Schreiner

Blind Trust Red 2008 - $29.00 - Our winemaker has full discretion over the assets so you'll just have to trust us. This wine might contain some, but not all of the following: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Petit Verdot. Big and juicy this year with tons of depth.
90-91 pts - John Schreiner.

Syrah 2008 - $34.00 - This is our first release of Syrah, one of the new grape varieties that we are working with at our East Bench - Osoyoos vineyard. The style we have developed is aligned with classic C�te R�tie, blending 92% Syrah with 8% Viognier. This is a BIG wine and only 275 cases produced.
Gold Medal Winner - Northwest Wine Summit 2010

These wines are only available direct from the winery or in select restaurants. Order now online or call the winery at 250.493.8466 and we'll ship direct to your door.You will have the option to take advantage of our Post-HST Pricing. See below.

Post- HST Pricing on July 1st We Eat It, You Drink It!

Watch Global TV's coverage

While the upcoming introduction of the HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) in BC will cause the costs of many items to increase, BC wineries have the opportunity to pass those savings directly on to the consumer, thus decreasing the cost of BC wine when purchased directly from the winery.

We have chosen to do just that and as of July 1st, 2010, will be passing along the 3% tax savings to wine buyers on our website and in our tasting room.

Currently, wine is one of the only products sold with taxes included in the display price and most consumers are not even aware that the current tax rate for wine in BC is 15% which includes 5% GST and 10% PST liquor tax. Therefore the taxation of wine will actually decrease when the 12% HST is introduced.

You don't have to wait until July 1st. If you are ordering online, just tick the Post-HST pricing option and we will process the order after the HST is introduced.

June 24, 2010
The Fine Vintage Wine Club Tasting at UBC Robson Square, Vancouver

June 25, 2010
BC Wine Appreciation Society Tasting at Listel Hotel, Vancouver

July 1, 2010
HST Pricing comes into affect for winery-direct sales

July 10, 2010
Barrel Cellar Wine Dinner Vancouver Club executive chef at the Laughing Stock Vineyards, Naramata Bench, BC

Vintners in BC toast HST, National Post, June 14, 2010

Wine of the Week - Laughing Stock Blind Trust White 2009, Anthony Gismondi, Vancouver Sun, June 12, 2010

Naramata Winery passes HST tax savings along to BC wine consumers, Global TV Vancouver, May 27, 2010

Located on the picturesque Naramata Bench, Laughing Stock Vineyards is a serious enterprise with a lighthearted attitude. And with a name like Laughing Stock, we wake up everyday with the motivation of not living up to our name.

Please visit our website at www.laughingstock.ca for more details.

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