Worth the wait: our first Vancouver Island winery discovery!

Discover Blue Grouse, from Vancouver Island's Cowichan Valley, BC.

Our First-Ever Vancouver Island Feature.

Long before the Cowichan Valley was on wine lovers’ radar, Blue Grouse was planting vines and proving it could be done.

They tested over 100 varietals.

Survived false starts and frost-laced vintages.

And through it all, they stayed true to a vision:

that this cool, coastal corner of BC could grow world-class wine.

Today, Blue Grouse stands as a pioneer—and a proof point.

Low yields. Cool climate. Deep-rooted vines in glacial marine soil.

Every bottle is shaped by the wind, the ocean, and the hands of a winery built for the long game.

Join us this week to discover one of the most promising and exciting wine regions in Canada - especially when it comes to World Class Pinot Noir.

Carl Boucher

Chief Wine Officer & Co-Founder, Carl's Wine Club

Blue Grouse

6 Bottle Blue Grouse Discovery Pack

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Six bottles that capture the Vancouver Island terroir and potential for World Class bubbly, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris.

NV Rose Charme De L'Île Sparkling Brut | 91+pts

NV White Charme De L'Île Sparkling Brut | 90pts

2019 Traditional Method Sparkling | 90+pts

2024 Pinot Gris

2024 Rose | 92pts

2022 Pinot Noir | 92pts

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Rare Bonus Picks from Blue Grouse

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Two rare and delicious finds from Blue Grouse, on Vancouver Island. 

2023 Reserve Pinot Gris | 92pts

2024 Bacchus

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$20 BC AB | $30 SK MB | $35 ON QC | $45 Maritimes YK NT

VIP Unlimited members always get free shipping on 6+ bottles. Please use your VIP code at checkout.

Shipping is more pricey from Vancouver Island. These rates save you up to $80 on the regular shipping costs!

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We anticipate wines to ship August 12-15, and arrive between August 14-25.

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Here's exactly why I rated these wines the way I did! 👇

Blue Grouse

NV Blue Grouse Rose Charme De L'Île Sparkling Brut | 91+pts

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  • 91.5
  • BC Vancouver Island Cowichan Valley
  • 100% Gamay Noir

This 100% Estate Gamay Noir from the Cowichan Valley is one of the stars of Blue Grouse Winery and a personal favourite - right from the first time I tasted it at their vineyard guest house. Just get me a plate of charcuterie with that wine, and I'm in heaven. Bright, crisp and vibrant, this sparkling is extremely versatile. On the nose: aromas of stewed berries, red apples, peach, and cherries. The palate opens up with a tad of sweetness, lots of red cherries and berries, and the longer the profile develops in your mouth, the more dry it gets. There's also a bit of meatiness on the mid-palate and a beautifully balanced ratio of acidity versus sweetness. One of the most efficient food wines out there ready for any occasion and menu. By the way...Charme De L'Île is an appellation wine for Vancouver Island wineries which requires the wine to be made in the Charmat method with 100% of grapes from the island. Similar to the Tidal Bay appellation wine of Nova Scotia, this special wine showcases the regional typicity and terroir of Vancouver Island.

Dry | 12.0% ABV | Drink from 2024 to 2027

Pairings: cured meats, beef tartar

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NV Blue Grouse White Charme De L'Île Sparkling Brut | 90pts

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  • 90
  • BC Vancouver Island Cowichan Valley
  • Schönburger, Müller Thurgau, Bacchus, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay

Charme De L'Île is an appellation wine for Vancouver Island wineries which requires the wine to be made in the Charmat method with 100% of grapes from the island. Similar to the Tidal Bay appellation wine of Nova Scotia, this special wine showcases the regional typicity and terroir of Vancouver Island. This white brut sparkling is a great example and perfect wine for any seafood lunch or dinner! On the nose: floral delicacy, lychee, and orchard fruit. On the palate: round and soft, peach and pear, and a surf of freshness and acidity throughout the frame of the wine.

Dry | 12.0% ABV | Drink from 2024 to 2027

Pairings: goat cheese and blueberry salad, crabcakes

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2019 Blue Grouse Traditional Method Sparkling | 90+pts

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  • 90.5
  • BC Vancouver Island Cowichan Valley
  • 50% Müller-Thurgau, 25% Ortega, 25% Pinot Gris

This bone-dry traditional method sparking offers a crisp, vibrant and salty expression of Vancouver Island. Nose of white flower, green apple, crunchy sugar cookie and pear. The palate is loaded with green apple and red apple, cranberry, a spark of citrus and a long salty finish. There's also a tartness, like apple skin, that lasts and lasts at the end and holds the finish together beautifully. Müller-Thurgau makes up half of the blend and is an original star grape varietal on Vancouver Island. It's a cross between Riesling and Madeleine Royale. The rest is comprised of Ortega (25%) and Pinot Gris (25%). In short: interesting, refreshing, and enough complexity to be a serious contender at your next wine tasting!

Dry | 12.0% ABV | Drink from 2024 to 2028

Pairings: tuna tataki, sushi

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2024 Blue Grouse Pinot Gris | 89+pts

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  • 89.5pts
  • BC Vancouver Island Cowichan Valley
  • 100% Pinot Gris

Dry | 11.5% ABV | Drink from 2024 to 2028

Sourced from three different vineyards across the Cowichan Valley, including some of the oldest Pinot Gris vines at the Blue Grouse Estate, this Pinot Gris was fermented in a mix of concrete (80%) and neutral French oak (20%). This gives the wine both texture and nerve. The concrete preserves the purity and highlights the beautiful line of minerality found across the wine's profile, while the touch of neutral oak enhances the texture and mouthfeel. On the nose, white flower, citrus, and cantaloupe. Meanwhile the palate delivers a precise expression of the grape highlighting the energy of the terroir with flavours of citrus and a hint of orchard fruit on the mid-palate. Definitely a minerality-driven Pinot Gris and a very interesting bottle for your next tasting or meal!

Dry | 11.5% ABV | Drink from 2024 to 2028

Pairings: seared pickerel, fresh spot prawns

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2024 Blue Grouse Rose | 92pts

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  • 92pts
  • BC Vancouver Island Cowichan Valley
  • 63% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Gris, 12% Gamay, 10% Chardonnay

Wow! What a spectacular rose, made Provencal-style in terms of the light salmon hue, weight, and flavour expression. This is definitely a stand-out in the Blue Grouse portfolio, and one of the top Vancouver Island roses I have tasted. The blend of white and red grapes brings layers and complexity but also reflects the expression of the Blue Grouse vineyards and style. Fermented in a trilogy of vessels that preserve acidity, fruit flavour, enhance texture and highlight minerality: stainless steel, neutral French and concrete. This rose truly has it all! Nose of subtle violet, lemon peel, gooseberry, and raspberry. Then, an explosion of grapefruit, lime, crabapple, and a hint of sweet cherry on the palate.

Dry 1.9g/L | 11.5% ABV | Drink from 2024 to 2027

Pairings: salmon tartar, seared scallops

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2022 Blue Grouse Pinot Noir | 92pts

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  • 92
  • BC Vancouver Island Cowichan Valley
  • 100% Pinot Noir

Produced from three prized Cowichan Valley vineyards. The clones were fermented separately in terracotta and aged 20 months in neutral French oak. The final result? Absolutely spectacular. This wine proves that the Cowichan Valley is becoming a benchmark region for Pinot Noir in North America for those in the know. I could define the style as Oregnonian, but in reality, this is truly 'Vancouver Island' style. Dominant red fruit expression on the nose and on the palate, enhanced with a slight floral and earthy component which makes that Pinot fairly complex. The palate offers texture and layers, with a lingering, mineral finish that left me very impressed. 92pts Carl's Wine Club | 91pts Anthony Gismondi | Silver, National WineAlign

Dry | 11.0% ABV | Drink from 2024 to 2030

Pairings: grilled pork chops, chicken breast in creamy wild mushroom sauce

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2023 Blue Grouse Reserve Pinot Gris | 92pts

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  • 92
  • BC Vancouver Island Cowichan Valley
  • 100% Pinot Gris

This Pinot Gris acts like a Chardonnay! I'm referring to texture, layers and complexity and how it is truly a snapshot of the world class terroir on Vancouver Island. Aromas of peach, yellow apple, chamomile and a hint of citrus. The palate is rich, layered, and well balanced between alcohol, acidity and fruit. Flavours include pear, apple, and tons of lingering minerals on the back palate to make this Pinot Gris extra special. PS...this is Mira's favourite Pinot Gris of all time! 92pts Carl's Wine Club | 91pts Anthony Gismondi

Dry | 12.0% ABV | Drink from 2024 to 2029

Pairings: Ahi tuna steaks, grilled pork chops

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The Story Behind Blue Grouse

Blue Grouse Estate Winery is a cornerstone of Vancouver Island’s wine story.

Tucked into the rolling hills of the Cowichan Valley, it began as a humble test vineyard over 30 years ago and has quietly grown into one of BC’s most compelling cool-climate estates.

Now under the care of the Jackson family and winemaker Stacy Hornemann—formerly of California’s renowned Stonestreet Estate—Blue Grouse is entering an exciting new chapter.

With international experience and a deep passion for terroir, Hornemann brings a fresh lens to the winery’s legacy of sustainable farming and small-lot winemaking.

From mineral-driven Pinot Gris and Burgundian-style Pinot Noir to expressive sparkling wines, Blue Grouse captures the wind, the soil, and the soul of Vancouver Island in every bottle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does this work?

Carl's Wine Club is Canada's first pan-Canadian, direct-to-consumer wine club.

Being a member of the wine club is FREE and you have access to our informative emails and our live virtual events with Carl to learn more about Canadian wineries.

We feature a different Canadian winery every 1-2 weeks with a specially curated mix of wines. You choose if and how much wine to purchase, with winery direct pricing and shipping deals.

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Yes, absolutely! We use a secure website and order page, with all credit card information processed by a PCI-compliant payment processor and bank-grade SSL encryption of your data.

What size bottles will I receive?

All bottles are 750ml (standard wine bottles) unless otherwise noted. There may be a different size bottle for instance for Magnums at 1.5L or smaller bottles for Ice Wines.

How does shipping work?

Shipping of wines is done from the featured winery directly, unless you're ordering a 'Mystery Pack' or other limited edition pack. Shipping is available to Canadian locations only. Shipping is usually completed by Courier, however Canada Post is used for rural or remote locations. You will receive a tracking number from the winery or courier system. Someone over the legal drinking age must be present at the time of delivery and provide ID to the delivery driver (this is a legal requirement). Please do your best to ensure that an adult is available to receive the order on the anticipated delivery date.

What if there is a problem with my order?

Both Carl's Wine Club and the featured winery will be more than happy to assist you and ensure that we find a suitable solution! Please us at carl@carlswineclub.com or 587-899-8249. Thank you!

What is VIP and VIP Unlimited?

By completing your first order of a featured winery's tasting pack, you will be invited to be a VIP member. You will receive access to our VIP Facebook Group and be the first to know about exclusive collector opportunities. 

You can also upgrade to our VIP Unlimited membership and get free shipping on all orders (of 6+ wines from a single winery) and many more perks! Click here to learn more about VIP Membership Upgrades.