Canada’s buzziest race is more about wine-ing than winning.

It pairs well with running… and breakfast!

I was impressed byKismet Estate Winerysoff-dry rose,Nostalgia WinesPinot Gris patio pleaser, and Indigenous-ownedNkMip Cellarscrisp Pinot Blanc.

Runners dress up in fun themed outfits for Half Corked Marathon in wine country

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I think booze is the main factor, summed up my running mate, Carla Mont.

Everyone feels good when theyre done.

Yep, that so-called runners high, helped along by day drinking, lasted the rest of the afternoon.

Two runners in Star Trek themed outfits stand in a vineyard

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Indigenous winery Nk’Mip pouring samples of Pinot Blanc

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Runners stop at Culmina Family Estate Winery table for wine during half corked marathon

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