The way I carry my wine across the border is to have box wine on board and to have had as least a couple of glasses in the days before I cross the border. When asked by customs in either direction I declare what ever partial boxes of wine are on the boat. I have never had a single problem with this approach and I have been doing it for awhile. Customs does not seem to care about partially used containers of alcohol. Box wines are getting quite drinkable and they last a long time when opened. With a little planning you can set up making your own at the U-Brew stores in sydney, nanaimo, or pt. mcneill. A 2 to 3 month backa and forth schedule would work well, your wine would be waiting for you, and the quality and price are quite acceptable. Jim Slocomb R/V Sea Otter