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 ...here are a few reports and unconfirmed rumours from various sources. Some credible, others,... well.


 

Beppi Crosariol
 
April 4, 2017 | Beppi Crosariol

The Globe & Mail - Dolcetto: Red Italian varietal creates wines that are like a smile in a bottle

"If wines were emojis, dolcetto would be that one with the grinning teeth and open eyes. It's a cheerful red par excellence. A smile in a bottle.

In a world where serious, cellar-worthy reds tend to dominate discourse, simpler, lighter fare can struggle for attention. Yet there's fun and happy pleasure to be had in many wines that offer more modest refreshment. Dolcetto is those things, too: refreshing and fun."

"In Italian, the name means "little sweet one," a reference to the dolcetto grape's low acidity. Despite its naturally sweet profile, though, wines made from the fruit are almost always dry." 

Read More Click Here.

Time Posted: Apr 4, 2017 at 2:49 PM Permalink to The Globe & Mail - Dolcetto: Red Italian varietal creates wines that are like a smile in a bottle Permalink
Crystal Coverdale
 
February 23, 2017 | Crystal Coverdale

We are hiring for our Tasting Room...

Tasting Room Associates

 

Moon Curser Vineyards is a small, family owned and operated winery located on the Osoyoos East Bench at the southernmost tip of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley and we are hiring for our upcoming 2017 season!

 

Why work for Moon Curser Vineyards?

Our owners left their previous careers because of the dream of winery life in the South Okanagan. To them this meant starting a business they are passionate about, striving for a work-life balance and no need to wear suits. This is the atmosphere our team enjoys along with industry competitive compensation and reasonable work hours. Situated atop Osoyoos East Bench, panoramic views of our vineyards and Osoyoos Lake are enjoyed from the tasting room. It’s a pretty nice place to work. We are looking for a mix of Full & Part-Time seasonal positions to meld with our friendly team of long-term staff. This is an exciting time to join our team and contribute to our developing hospitality program.

 

Positions begin as early as the end of March and continue until October, with some potential into the winter season. We are looking for energetic individuals who love interacting with people. We like to share our wines with our visitors with warmth, passion and a lack of pretension in a welcoming, informal environment. Although we are informal, providing top notch customer service is key in our busy tasting room that is open 7 days a week.

 

Position Responsibilities/Duties:

  • Educating visitors on our award-winning wines, wine club, events, and winery
  • Warmly greeting guests and providing them with an exceptional and memorable tasting experience tailored to the guest’s knowledge level 
  • Handling transactions of wine and retail items
  • Representing the winery at periodic off-site events/farmers markets
  • Stocking shelves and tasting bar
  • Keeping working areas clean, secure, organized and clutter free
  • Maintaining the cleanliness of hospitality areas including the tasting room, restroom and walking areas
  • Assisting with preparing and shipping orders
  • Assisting with special events or guest house service if required
  • Other tasks as required

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior experience in hospitality, retail or sales
  • Basic knowledge of wine or a keen interest in wine
  • Formal wine education is an asset
  • Ability to work days, weekends/holidays and some evenings. A flexible schedule is an asset
  • Second language is an asset

 

Required Qualifications:

  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Excellent communication and multi-tasking skills
  • Ability to work in a team and independently
  • Comfort with computers (for our basic point of sale software)
  • Serving it Right Certificate
  • At least 19 years of age
  • Must be able to meet physical requirements of the job. These include but are not limited to: 
    • repetitively lifting
    • lifting up to 50lbs while navigating stairs or equipment
    • standing for extended periods of time

 

More About Moon Curser Vineyards:

The Moon Curser name pays tribute to the gold smuggling history of Osoyoos. Its wines, however, show no such respect for tradition – the winery is known for growing unusual old varieties such as Tempranillo and Tannat. They have brought home many a medal, including the prestigious Decanter World Wine Awards’ Trophy for Best Canadian Red for the 2009 Border Vines. 

 

How to apply:

If the above sounds like you, please email your resume and cover letter to employment@mooncurser.com. Please include "Tasting Room Associate" in the subject line and ensure to specify within your cover letter your availability and if you are looking for Part-Time or Full-Time.

Time Posted: Feb 23, 2017 at 1:08 PM Permalink to We are hiring for our Tasting Room... Permalink
Darren Oleksyn
 
April 6, 2016 | Darren Oleksyn

Calgary Herald - Wine Pairings for Juno stars that really sing.

Former Calgarians Chris and Beata Tolley left respective careers as a software engineer and chartered accountant to start a winery in Osoyoos. Originally called Twisted Tree, they changed the name to Moon Curser five years ago.

            The name embraced Osoyoos’ colourful history as a smuggling haven on the U.S. border where illicit crossings were made under the light of the moon. The winery has taken some risks of its own, pushing the norms of Okanagan viticulture by planting grapes uncommon to the region such as Tannat, Carmenere, Tempranillo and Touriga Nacional. Read more Click Here. 

Time Posted: Apr 6, 2016 at 11:28 AM Permalink to Calgary Herald - Wine Pairings for Juno stars that really sing. Permalink
John Schreiner
 
April 6, 2016 | John Schreiner

John Schreiner on wine - Arneis and Its Nearly Lost Friends

Arneis, a white grape varietal from Piedmont, is one of rising stars among Italian varietals now also being planted elsewhere.

Arneis wine is being produced not just in Italy but in Australia, New Zealand, California, Oregon and in British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley by Moon Curser Vineyards. Read more Click Here.

Time Posted: Apr 6, 2016 at 11:24 AM Permalink to John Schreiner on wine - Arneis and Its Nearly Lost Friends Permalink
Great Northwest Wine .
 
April 6, 2016 | Great Northwest Wine .

Great Northwest Wine - Moon Curser Vineyards 2014 Contraband Series Arneis, $26

This Italian white grape rarely is seen in the Pacific Northwest, but one would hope the work in British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley by Chris and Beata Tolley along the U.S./Canada border will prove to be inspiring. Read more Click Here.

Time Posted: Apr 6, 2016 at 11:19 AM Permalink to Great Northwest Wine - Moon Curser Vineyards 2014 Contraband Series Arneis, $26 Permalink
Andy Purdue
 
March 21, 2016 | Andy Purdue

Great Northwest Wine - Cascadia Wine Competition Results 2016

Moon Curser whites perform very well....Read more Click Here.

Time Posted: Mar 21, 2016 at 7:36 AM Permalink to Great Northwest Wine - Cascadia Wine Competition Results 2016 Permalink
Neal McLennan
 
February 3, 2016 | Neal McLennan

Western Living Magazine - Wine Reviews: Use With Caution

I look at wine reviews all the time. If it’s a wine I’m not familiar with, or if it’s a bottle I’ve set down for a few years and I want to see how it’s drinking, often the first thing I do is Google it. It doesn’t govern what I’m going to do or think, but it’s a useful starting point. The problem starts when you start taking them as gospel because all a wine review is, is a certain person’s take at a certain point in time—that’s it.

"A pretty darn magnificent bottle of Moon Curser Tempranillo reminded me of the need to always put critics’ take in the proper perspective."

Time Posted: Feb 3, 2016 at 1:27 PM Permalink to Western Living Magazine - Wine Reviews: Use With Caution Permalink
Jim Tobler
 
November 18, 2015 | Jim Tobler

Montecristo Magazine - Moon Curser, The Wine

Quirky, delightful labels, fearless plantings of grape varieties such as tannat, touriga nacional, and carmenere, and a name: Moon Curser. That plus some heartfelt winemaking and you have a winning recipe, and an exemplar of what the region is capable of. Read more Click Here.

Time Posted: Nov 18, 2015 at 10:49 AM Permalink to Montecristo Magazine - Moon Curser, The Wine Permalink
Beppi Crosariol
 
November 18, 2015 | Beppi Crosariol

The Globe & Mail - Moon Curser Dead of Night 2012 - 90 pts

Here's an unusual blend for Canada, made from equal parts tannat and syrah. Tannat is a rare variety in North America, better known as the tannic red grape responsible for the wines of Madiran in southwest France and also as a signature grape of Uruguay. The astringent tannins have been kept in good control by Moon Curser, a fine winery known for growing offbeat European varieties. Read more Click Here.

Time Posted: Nov 18, 2015 at 9:56 AM Permalink to The Globe & Mail - Moon Curser Dead of Night 2012 - 90 pts Permalink
John Schreiner
 
August 21, 2015 | John Schreiner

John Schreiner on wine - Moon Curser and my Neighbours

It is axiomatic that wine is best enjoyed in the company of other wine lovers.

By good fortune, I had samples from Moon Curser Vineyards, which was opened in 2006 by Beata and Chris Tolley. Having planted varieties different from the Okanagan mainstream, they produce some of the most interesting wines in the Okanagan. Read more Click Here.

Time Posted: Aug 21, 2015 at 8:52 AM Permalink to John Schreiner on wine - Moon Curser and my Neighbours Permalink
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