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CedarCreek Estate Winery was recently named Winery of the Year for the second time at the fifth annual Canadian Wine Awards sponsored by Wine Access Magazine. The repeat recognition was not only an honour but also a reflection of the discipline of the three principles underpinning the winery's philosophy. The Fitzpatrick family, who founded CedarCreek in 1986, has committed the winery to respecting the land in its viticulture practices; to honouring the rich agricultural tradition of their family rooted in the Okanagan; and to pursuing perfection in the bottle.
The Fitzpatricks, a family of Irish heritage, have lived in the Okanagan Valley since 1913. Senator Ross Fitzpatrick, whose father managed an Oliver fruit packing house, grew up amid orchards. A successful career in business and politics took Senator Fitzpatrick away from the Okanagan but he returned in 1986 to acquire a small winery and apple orchard near Kelowna. As a new Proprietor he found grapes more compelling than apples and soon converted the orchard to vineyard. This was the beginning of developing the highly successful winery that CedarCreek is today.
Website: CedarCreek Estate Winery
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