b"THE CORKBOARD| SPRING 2024T O P 5 THIN G S 3 BIGTo Do and SeeWINESTO TRYat Sandbanks SANDBANKSENTRE NOUSRIESLING RESERVE 1 MEET YOU AT THE DOG PARKThis award-winning wine boastsStarting June 1st and continuing until the end of August, wine-loving dog ownershoney, peach nectar, orange zest,can enjoy The Dog Park Meet & Greet, hosted daily from 46 pm. A satellite barand floral notes. Its light and crispwill be set up at the winery's dog park to allow socializing with other wine-lovingand not your typical Riesling, saysdog owners and encourage future doggie play dates. And yes, wine is permitted estate manager Michelle McIntyre.in the parkwith dog-park friendly wine glasses, of course.2 TAKE THE ENTRE NOUS TOUROur tour takes you all around the property, from the vineyard to the productionarea and barrel room, says estate manager Michelle McIntyre. Youll see all ofthe spaces and taste five different wines in the process.3 RESERVE A PRIVATE WINE-TASTING AREA Sandbanks offers private spaces where you can savour a wine tasting in thegreat outdoors. Make a reservation (you can do so online), then pick from theSANDBANKSwinery's menu of wines at the outdoor bar to create your own three-wine flight,BACO NOIR RESERVE before finding your under-a-pergola seat to sip and enjoy the sunshine. The estate is rooted in Baco Noir literallyas it was one of first4 DIY A CHARCUTERIE BOARDvarietals planted at the renownedThe make-your-own charcuterie board is one of the estate managers favouritewinery back in 2001. It remains anitems on the Sandbanks menu. Grab a board and knife, and choose your award-winning customer favourite. favourite cheeses, meats and jellies. You can enjoy the platter anywhereon the property, or request a board for takeout!5 COME FOR THE MUSIC It doesnt get more local and relaxed than weekend music on the patioat Sandbanks Winerynow on Sundays. Past performers include localsChris Bonham-Carter, Masha Nazina, and Robert Keyes. Bonham-Carterreturns this summer along with John Sharkey and Megan Hutton. Solid tunes, great wine and a one-of-a-kind view of the vineyards mean Sandbanks Winery belongs firmly on the top of your must-visit list. SANDBANKSENTRE NOUS PINOT NOIRThis wines intense cherry,rose petal, cranberry and hintsof leather and vanilla won silverat the 2023 Decanter Awardswith a score of 90 points. spOtLight ON saNdbaNks WiNEry| 15"