A popular Cowichan Valley cidery has been ordered to close for seven days after being found guilty of selling a bottle of cider to a minor.
Following a Feb. 20 decision by the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch, Merridale Cidery and Distillery announced on March 5 that the business would be closed March 6 through 12 due to the licence suspension.
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