Haywire Winery reveals “Certified Local” exclusive for Okanagan wine lovers
Thanks to the doting support of the region’s residents over the decades, the Okanagan wine industry has grown to global acclaim. Haywire Winery has created its Certified Local program as a token of gratitude to residents with an Okanagan mailing address.
“We wanted to find a fun way to thank our cherished locals for their unwavering support over the years,” notes Haywire Winery founder Christine Coletta. “What started as a grassroots experience 20 years ago has evolved into an industry that caters to everyone’s tastes. Our team,” she continues, “is committed to making wine touring enjoyable and relaxing, removing any pretentiousness from the equation. Visit Haywire Tasting Lounge and introduce yourselves to our amazing service ambassadors and rediscover local wines.”
Okanagan residents 19 years and older with a valid Okanagan postal code can sign up at hawywirewinery.com/certified-local to claim their card for preferred wine country adventures at Haywire. Claim your card today and start to elevate your wine country adventures!
Once the winery team has prepared your Haywire Certified Local identification card you can pick it up during your next visit to the winery, Summerland’s Bottleneck Drive. Presenting your card at Haywire unlocks exclusive benefits.
Haywire Certified Local perks such as:
• Enjoy free flash tastings (four wines) for you and up to three guests in the new Haywire lounge or on the patio.
• Benefit from a 10% discount on any product, anytime.
• Receive early notices about special events and tastings.
• Join the Haywire Club and receive a special gift on your second shipment.
• Experience Haywire’s signature friendly, down-to-earth service.
Haywire Neighbours Help Make Your Day
Show your card to participating neighbours of Haywire to enjoy these additional perks:
• Summerland Waterfront Resort Hotel – valid from February 21 to June 15, 2024, and then September 15th to December 15th, 2024, get 15 per cent off Best Available Rates. To redeem simply call the Summerland Waterfront Resort with your Certified Local card number.
• Shaughnessy’s Cove restaurant – show your card upon arrival and get 15 per cent discount on food (excluding drinks, features and events).
• Zias Stonehouse Restaurant – flash your card upon arrival for a 15 per cent discount.
This exclusive Haywire Certified Local card is valid from March 15 to June 15 and September 15 to December 15.
About Haywire Winery
At Gonzo Okanagan, we’ve covered the evolution of Haywire Winery since it began as a virtual wine brand at Switchback Organic Vineyard in 2009. Today, Haywire is known in Canada and Europe for its cool-climate wines, emphasizing “less is more” winemaking. Chief winemaker Matt Dumayne’s signature style features the use of state-of-the-art concrete vessels, natural yeast, and a gentle touch, resulting in vibrant, textured wines.
The winery, with a fresh label and a year-round tasting lounge, offers visitors in Summerland a chance to enjoy personalized service with scenic lake and vineyard views while savouring Haywire wines.
Take, for example, 2021 Pinot Gris from Haywire’s Switchback Vineyard by winemakers Matt and Kat D’Costa: Find spring-like freshness full of citrus and tree fruit notes such as pear and nectarine ready to drink without decanting. It was whole cluster pressed and fermented naturally then aged in concrete tanks. The 11 months on lees with constant stirring resulted in a complex wine with fine structure and texture. Drink now with roast poultry, especially duck a l’orange, pasta or salmon dishes, or cellar carefully for future reward.
It’s Time for a Visit
I’ve got my Certified Local card in hand and I’m ready to explore what’s new in the stunning tasting lounge at Haywire. Who knows maybe I’ll still be able to snag a bottle of Haywire Lunar Red, released to mark the beginning of the Year of the Dragon. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine continues a tradition that began with the winery’s first Lunar New Year wine in 2014. Who is joining me?
