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  "publishedAt": "2026-06-03T15:00:21.000Z",
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    "Wine",
    "chardonnay",
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  "textContent": "Nestled in Vancouver Island’s Cowichan Valley, Blue Grouse Estate Winery is one of BC’s oldest wineries and among the pioneers of modern Island winemaking. Viticulturist John Harper planted an experimental vineyard on the property in 1977, trialling more than 150 grape varieties, some of which are still in production today. The Kiltz family purchased the ... Read more\n\nThe post Blue Grouse Estate Winery first appeared on My VanCity.",
  "title": "Blue Grouse Estate Winery"
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