In 1996 long-time Vancouverites Bob and Senka Tennant and Peter and Susan McCarrell decided to fulfill their dreams of moving to the interior of British Columbia and creating a world-class winery.

They began by purchasing a 34 acre property south of Oliver BC. They then imported and planted 36,000 vines from Europe -- Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.

Senka Tennant's devout dedication to winemaking and her fastidious attention to flavour profiles results in Black Hills' highly regarded Nota Bene and Sequentia wines, and the new Alibi.

> The Winemakers (left to right) Peter McCarrell, Senka Tennant, Susan McCarrell, and Bob Tennant