Blue Moon Estate Winery

Blue Moon Estate Winery, now operating as Raven's Moon Estate Winery & Cider Worx, is a farm-based producer on Darcy Road in Courtenay, in the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island. The operation is rooted in its own organically focused farm, where blueberries and apples are the main crops, including four categories of cider apples chosen to reflect the property's terroir. The winery built its name on artisanal fruit wines crafted in small batches from 100 percent BC-grown organic fruit picked at the peak of harvest, and the portfolio spans still, sparkling and fortified styles. Under the Raven's Moon banner, the family also crafts ciders from naturally grown heirloom and heritage apples sourced from their own orchard and other BC farms, blended with island fruit and botanicals for a distinctly Vancouver Island character. Throughout, the emphasis is on local, sustainable practices and a minimal environmental footprint.

Visitors will find a working farm atmosphere rather than a polished estate, which is very much part of the charm. The tasting room operates seasonally, typically opening in late spring with Friday to Sunday afternoon hours, where guests can sample the fruit wines and ciders and buy bottles to take home. The farm asks that visiting dogs stay outside the tasting room, as the resident dogs are the jealous type. The Comox Valley setting makes this an easy stop on a North Island touring route, pairing well with the area's farm stands, breweries and coastal scenery around Courtenay and Comox. For travellers curious about BC's fruit wine and craft cider scene beyond grape wineries, Raven's Moon offers an authentic taste of island agriculture, with products that go from tree and bush to bottle within a few kilometres. Checking current hours on the website before visiting is recommended, as the schedule shifts with the seasons.