Discover Wine With Confidence
Emily’s Selects is a monthly collection of wines chosen by Emily, ARC’s AI Sommelier, to help customers choose bottles with more confidence.
Each month, Emily highlights a curated selection of wines chosen for flavour, food pairing, winery story, occasion, and overall value. Whether you are looking for one special bottle, a few favourites for the weekend, or a full 12-bottle case, Emily’s Selects is designed to make wine shopping easier, more enjoyable, and more educational.
You do not have to purchase the full collection. Choose one bottle, mix and match a few, or build your own 12-bottle Emily’s Selects case and receive 10% off where applicable.
Final pricing, taxes, deposits, discounts, and availability are confirmed at checkout or in store.
How It Works
Emily’s Selects is flexible. Start with one bottle, build a small selection, or mix and match 12 bottles to unlock the case offer.
Perfect for dinner, gifting, or trying something new.
Create your own red, white, rosé, or sparkling mini-selection.
Mix and match any 12 Emily’s Selects bottles and receive 10% off where applicable.
Meet Your AI Sommelier
Emily is ARC’s digital wine guide, created to help customers choose wine in a simple, friendly, and helpful way.
She can help you find a bold red for steak, a crisp white for seafood, a rosé for the patio, a sparkling wine for a celebration, or a balanced mixed case for entertaining.
June Collection
This month’s collection features a balanced mix of reds, whites, rosés, and sparkling wines, with a strong focus on BC wineries and bottles that offer character, quality, and food-pairing potential.
Niche Foch, Burrowing Owl Malbec, Bordertown Syrah, River Stone Merlot
Black Hills Viognier, Mission Hill Pinot Gris, Priest Creek Chardonnay, Lunessence Riesling
Daydreamer Rosé, Averill Creek Somenos Rosé
Summerhill Cipes Brut, Nostalgia Chantilly Lace
Red Wine Picks
$38.69
Style: Distinctive BC red
Grape: Foch
Region: West Kelowna, BC
I picked this because it feels like a true local discovery — rich, distinctive, and a little different from the usual red wine choices.
BBQ meats, burgers, mushroom dishes, roasted vegetables, and aged cheese.
$38.79
Style: Full-bodied premium red
Grape: Malbec
Region: Okanagan Valley, BC
I picked this because it gives customers that bold red-wine experience — dark fruit, structure, and dinner-table confidence.
Steak, lamb, rich pasta, grilled mushrooms, and hearty roast dinners.
$29.35
Style: Savoury, peppery red
Grape: Syrah
Region: Okanagan Valley, BC
I picked this because it offers real character and food-pairing power at a very approachable premium price.
BBQ, grilled meats, roasted vegetables, stews, and smoky dishes.
$31.55
Style: Smooth, generous red
Grape: Merlot
Region: Oliver, BC
I picked this because it is the kind of red that makes people happy — smooth, food-friendly, and easy to enjoy.
Roast beef, pork tenderloin, tomato pasta, burgers, and medium cheeses.
White Wine Picks
$36.69
Style: Textured aromatic white
Grape: Viognier
Region: Okanagan Valley, BC
I picked this because it shows how exciting white wine can be when you want aroma, texture, and elegance beyond an everyday white.
Roast chicken, seafood, creamy pasta, Thai-inspired dishes, and soft cheeses.
$27.09
Style: Fresh, polished white
Grape: Pinot Gris
Region: Okanagan Valley, BC
I picked this because every case needs a fresh, easy-reaching white that works for casual sipping and dinner.
Seafood, salads, chicken, soft cheeses, and light patio dishes.
$28.29
Style: Fresh unoaked Chardonnay
Grape: Chardonnay
Region: East Kelowna, BC
I picked this because it is a local Chardonnay that can win over customers who prefer a cleaner, fresher style.
Roast chicken, seafood, creamy dishes, soft cheeses, and lemon-herb meals.
$30.59
Style: Bright, expressive white
Grape: Riesling
Region: Summerland, BC
I picked this because Riesling is one of the most useful food wines, especially when you want freshness, lift, and pairing flexibility.
Spicy dishes, smoked salmon, brunch, pork, fresh cheeses, and Thai-inspired flavours.
Rosé & Sparkling Picks
$29.39
Style: Thoughtful BC rosé
Category: Rosé
Region: Okanagan Valley, BC
I picked this because it shows rosé can be textured, thoughtful, and food-friendly — not just cold and pink.
Salmon, grilled prawns, charcuterie, roast chicken, and patio lunches.
$29.29
Style: Fresh, serious rosé
Category: Rosé
Region: Vancouver Island, BC
I picked this because it brings a different side of BC wine into the case — coastal, fresh, and a little unexpected.
Seafood, grilled chicken, summer salads, soft cheeses, and light appetizers.
$29.99
Style: Crisp BC sparkling
Category: Sparkling
Region: Okanagan Valley, BC
I picked this because it brings celebration energy without Champagne pricing — crisp, versatile, local, and easy to recommend.
Seafood, sushi, grilled chicken, brunch, fruit, cheese, and celebrations.
$26.99
Style: Playful semi-sweet sparkling
Category: Sparkling
Region: Oliver, BC
I picked this because every case needs one bottle that feels fun — light-hearted, brunch-friendly, and cheerful.
Brunch, fruit desserts, spicy appetizers, birthdays, and casual celebrations.
Build Your Selection
Use the form below to let us know what you are interested in. Choose specific bottles, ask for pairing help, or request Emily’s recommendation for a mixed case.
The ARC team can help confirm final pricing, taxes, deposits, discounts, and availability.
Place the GHL form here for Emily’s Selects requests.
Helpful Details
No. You can buy one bottle, choose a few favourites, or build a full 12-bottle case.
Choose any 12 bottles from Emily’s Selects to build your case and receive 10% off where applicable.
Yes. Emily’s Selects is designed to be flexible, so you can mix and match your case.
Yes. Emily can recommend wines based on food pairing, occasion, budget, grape variety, or taste preference.
Explore Emily’s June Selects, choose your favourites, or ask Emily to help build a selection that fits your taste, occasion, and budget.
“Hi there! I’m Emily, your Digital Sommelier. Ask me anything about wine — I’m here to help.”
🍷 Meet Emily – Your Virtual Wine Guide at Arc Liquor
Need help finding the perfect bottle? Meet Emily, Arc Liquor’s virtual assistant and your go-to guide for all things wine (and beyond).
Whether you're looking for the right wine to pair with tonight’s dinner, wondering what we have in stock, or curious about the difference between a Shiraz and a Syrah — Emily’s here to help 24/7. She's knowledgeable, friendly, and always just a tap away.
🧀 Get Wine Pairing Advice – From steak dinners to charcuterie boards, she’ll suggest the ideal match.
🍷 Check Product Availability – Ask her what's in stock at your nearest Arc location.
🛒 Explore Staff Picks – Curious about what Andrew’s sipping? She’ll point you to our featured favourites.
❓ Ask Wine-Related Questions – Wondering how long to age a Rioja or serve a chilled Pinot Noir? Just ask.
📦 Get Help Finding Non-Alcoholic Options or Gifts – Emily can suggest crowd-pleasers and hidden gems for any taste or budget.
Think of her as your digital sommelier — without the bowtie, but with all the charm.
Not sure how to start your conversation? Here are real examples of questions that get **great results**. Just talk or type like you would to a friend — Emily understands natural language.
📞 Prefer talking? Call Emily directly using the phone number listed below — she’ll walk you through options just like a real sommelier. Call Emily our Ai Sommelier: (778) 946-6933
💡 Tip: You don’t need fancy words — just describe what you’re eating or what you’re curious about, and Emily will take it from there.
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