BEST WINERIES IN KELOWNA
Consistently ranked as one of the best wine regions in the world, the Okanagan Valley has over 120 wineries and 200 vineyards within a short driving distance of Kelowna. With amazing views overlooking Lake Okanagan you will be left wondering if you’re actually in Canada.
To make it the best experience possible for everyone in your party, we suggest you hop on a wine tour with our friends at Cheers Okanagan – they are the best – and they will create a tour for you or go wherever you please.
CLICK HERE to visit the CHEERS OKANAGAN website and email them to set up a tour.
Our suggestions for wineries to visit in Kelowna Okanagan are..
East Kelowna Wineries – a short drive from downtown Kelowna you will find 10+ wineries with great wines & fantastic views. Here are a few of our favourites.
KITSCH WINES – award winning wine made in small batches, with a view that overlooks the entire Okanagan Valley. Bring some food for a picnic overlooking the vineyard and pool area. This is one of the more fun wineries to stop at.
Website: www.kitschwines.ca
TANTALUS VINEYARDS – With its spectacular lake views, historic old vineyard and new state-of-the-art LEED winery, visiting Tantalus is a one-of-a-kind experience. Enjoy premium, single-vineyard wines in a stunning, gallery-style tasting room, surrounded by works of art from some of Canada’s most highly-acclaimed artists.
Website: https://tantalus.ca
CEDARCREEK ESTATE WINERY
Nestled amongst lush vineyards and panoramic lake views, CedarCreek Estate Winery is one of Kelowna’s oldest wineries. Grab a seat at their Vineyard Terrace Restaurant and take in the breathtaking views while enjoying some food with your bottle of Okanagan’s finest wines
Website: https://www.cedarcreek.bc.ca/
SUMMERHILL PYRAMID WINERY
Features organic award winning wines, a bistro and events centre. Take a tour of the pyramid and learn about its namesake, walk the grounds, grab a bite on the bisto patio or even stay the night at the night at the Estate House.
Website: https://www.summerhill.bc.ca/
THE VIEW WINERY
Tucked into a charming 1920’s era vintage building which served as a neighbourhood apple packing house for generations. Visitors are offered the unique opportunity to taste the estate grown wines and ciders right in the working cellar for a truly authentic experience.
Website: https://www.theviewwinery.com/
West Kelowna Wine Trail
a short drive over the bridge from downtown Kelowna will take you to the West Kelowna Wine Trail with 10+ wineries with great views and wine to enjoy.
the hatch
Don’t be surprised if they have a little Biggie or Tupac playing. This winery has some of the best wines and one of the best vibes too. the hatch winery in West Kelowna is your home for amazing British Columbia wine, fantastic art and is a celebration of all things good and decent. This is our favourite winery on the west Kelowna Winery Trail- they are the cool kids on the block.
Website: https://thehatchwines.com
QUAILS’ GATE WINERY
One of the nicest wine tasting views overlooking the vineyard and Lake Okanagan. It also has a one of Kelowna and Canada’s top rated fine dining restaurant. Our suggestion is going for a wine sampling then buying a bottle and heading down to the picnic tables that overlooks the lake.
Website: https://www.quailsgate.com
INDIGENOUS WORLD WINERY
Indigenous World Winery is BC’s only 100% Indigenous owned winery, blending traditional Syilx culture with modern style. The winery has a beautiful patio looking north east, and a restaurant that is worth grabbing a bite before heading to the next winery.
MT. BOUCHERIE WINERY
Mt. Boucherie Estate winery takes its name from the extinct volcano that is the geologic landmark of West Kelowna. With award winning reds, whites and ice wines we are confident you will find one.. two or three to take home with you.
Website: https://mtboucherie.com
VOLCANIC HILLS WINERY
A bright spacious and relaxing tasting room with a restaurant and outdoor patio. Check out the events calendar to see what they have going on while you’re in town.
Website: https://volcanichillswinery.com/
MISSION HILL FAMILY ESTATE WINERY
Stunning architecture, wines and events at Mission Hill Winery. Grab a bite to eat on the Terrace Restaurant for an amazing experience overlooking the lake and vineyards, or simply tour the wine shop and take in the breathtaking compound.
Website: https://www.missionhillwinery.com
Lake Country Wine Trail
Travel north of Kelowna to enjoy the scenic back roads of Lake Country farms, orchards and vineyards.
EX NIHILO VINEYARDS
Join for a wine tasting, culinary experience package, or a cheese and wine plate. If you are more laid back just grab a bottle and hit the patio.
Website: https://exnihilovineyards.com
GRAY MONK ESTATE WINERY
The Okanagan’s oldest family owned and operated winery, The Gray Monk Estate is comprised of 75 acres of lush vineyards overlooking Okanagan Lake. The Lookout Restaurant at Gray Monk will offer European-inspired seasonal farm-to-table creations.
Website: http://www.graymonk.com/
ARROWLEAF CELLARS
Arrowleaf Cellars is a boutique winery located in beautiful Lake Country, BC. The Okanagan winery is named after the Arrowleaf Balsamroot, also known as the Okanagan Sunflower. It’s local to the area & blooms on the hillsides in early spring.
Website: https://www.arrowleafcellars.com/
50th PARALLEL ESTATE
50th Parallel Estate has been built from scratch to create a wine destination experience that is second to none by crafting international award winning wines while hosting five-star events and unique catered dining experiences.
Website: https://www.50thparallel.com
BLIND TIGER VINEYARD
Blind Tiger is a small family run Organic Vineyard north of Kelowna, sitting on the ridge between the villages of Okanagan Centre and Winfield in Lake Country, British Columbia. The namesake is related to the Al Capone prohibition days. There is a nice little patio to enjoy some wine to go along with the woodfired pizza available at the bistro. .
Website: https://blindtigervineyards.ca/
CONACT CHEERS OKANAGAN TO ORGANIZE YOUR WINE TOUR.
WHAT IS DENIM ON THE DIAMOND?
A live music community concert on Saturday of the September long Weekend in Downtown Kelowna.
We like to say it’s Kelowna’s biggest backyard bash.
Join 4,000+ friends for food trucks, lawn games, drinks and music from James Barker Band, Madeline Merlo, The Harpoonist &The Axe Murderer, Leaving Thomas and more.
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GET TICKETS HERE – if you are looking for a reason to visit Kelowna, this is something to do on September Long Weekend – Labour Day Long Weekend.
VISITING KELOWNA?
Send us an email to denimonthediamond@gmail.com and we can provide some suggestions for your group of things to do, where to stay, eat, visit and any tours you might be interested in.
These are some of our friends you should check out in Kelowna.
Needing a hotel?
Click here for The Kanata- great value.
Click here for The Delta Grand -great experience.
Taking a wine tour?
Cheers Okanagan will take care of your tour – they are the best. CLICK HERE to visit their website. Or CLICK HERE to visit our winery blog to learn about all the best wineries in Kelowna Okanagan.
Renting a boat?
Downtown Marina has what you are looking for. CLICK HERE to visit their website.
Golfing?
Black Mountain Golf is our home course. Click here to visit their website.
Or click here to visit our blog on the best golf courses in Kelowna Okanagan.
