Philosophies and Practices
 eritage Viticulture Services has a great understanding of the unique needs of the Okanagan grape growing regions. We believe that balanced vines are crucial to optimize the distinguishing flavours of the wines they create. We strive to use the natural properties of the Okanagan soils and climate using the most progressive viticulture practices while recognizing that vineyards are an integrated part of our communities.
 art of this process is providing a service that is efficient, accurate and tailored to each individual site. To attain this we create a professional enthusiastic team to ensure that growers are offered a higher standard of viticulture services. We believe that knowledge and passion for viticulture help create the visceral feel for vines that is needed in order to deliver services that are site specific and performed in a timely and efficient manner. The experience, knowledge passion and commitment of the team is reflected in the quality of the work.
 ur philosophy is one that emphasizes the importance of creating a family with those we work with. Through communication we strive to achieve a fun, enriching and fulfilling experience for both our clients and our team. Good relationships are the foundation of creating excellence.
Our Team
 he owners/operators Anik and Adam have had 19 years combined experience in the Okanagan wine industry before developing Meritage Viticulture Services. This includes management of premium vineyards such as Cedar Creek Estate Winery and Hainle Vineyards. They were part of development at K&V Vineyards and Greta Ranch and also catered to the needs of many small vineyard operations and hobby growers such as Domaine de St Pierre and Shadow Bay Vineyards.
 rowing up on his family farm in Europe, Adam's feel for vines emerged from his grandfather's teachings. While working in vineyards Anik discovered her calling for viticulture and pursued it by furthering her knowledge through studies at OUC. Their knowledge and expertise is trusted by many winemakers and growers.
hey lead a team that is passionate and committed to viticulture. It is largely comprised of viticulture students from around the world who bring with them a wealth of knowledge and experience. We constantly work towards creating and furthering the relationships between our team and clients in order to provide a positive network for the participants of the Okanagan wine industry.
ur clients are a testimony to the commitment of our team.
"(Anik and Adam) are extremely dedicated to quality and committed to excellence and perfection with the only purpose to obtain optimum quality fruit....They are both sociable folks who are always good people to be with."
Harold Gaudy-Vineyard manager, Ennotecca Winery & Resorts
"We found Anik and Adam to be professional, efficient and pleasant to work with. Their extensive experience and strong work ethic have made them a very valuable asset to our production."
Kristy Dale-CFO, Rollingdale Winery
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