Kelowna Wineries
Kelowna and its surrounding communities encompass nearly 40 wineries, each with its own unique story to tell through terroir, geographical location, wine making process, and guest experience. Taking a deep dive to learn about each one through tasting experiences and tours is the best way for wine enthusiasts to experience wineries in Lake Country, Kelowna, and West Kelowna. Plan your visit to these wineries now to access the best selection of current and reserve vintages.
West Kelowna
The Westside Wine Trail, which runs through West Kelowna, boasts some of the region’s most iconic wineries like Mission Hill Family Estate and Quails’ Gate Winery, in addition to Grizzli Winery known as a top producer of icewine and family-run Volcanic Hills Estate Winery located at the foot of extinct volcano, Mount Boucherie.
When planning your visit, combine outdoor recreation with wine tasting by cycling along the newly finished Boucherie Multi-Use Pathway, just make sure not to overindulge to ensure a safe excursion.
Kelowna
Known as the birthplace of BC wine, Kelowna wineries continue to showcase the unique terroir of the East and South Kelowna Slopes sub GIs. Taste your way along the Sip South East Kelowna Wine Trail at The Vibrant Vine, Priest Creek Family Estate, SpearHead Winery, and The View Winery for award-winning Pinot Noirs and bright cool climate whites like Riesling and Pinot Gris. And don’t forget to stop in at Meadow Vista Honey Wines for a taste of “nature in a glass”.
Downtown and along the Lakeshore Wine Route you can try small lot, terroir driven wines at Sandhill Wines, wine made from some of the country’s oldest vinifera plantings at Tantalus Vineyards, and organic and biodynamic wines at Summerhill Pyramid Winery.
Lake Country
The name of the wine trail in Lake Country, “The Scenic Sip” perfectly captures the experience visiting these wineries nestled in the rolling hills north of Kelowna. Here you’ll find light bodied reds, crisp whites, and unbeatable views.
Stop in at 50th Parallel Estate Winery, Ex Nihilo Vineyards, and Gray Monk Estate Winery to pair premium wines alongside exceptional meals at the winery restaurants. At Ancient Hill Estate Winery and Arrowleaf Cellars take in the views while sipping wines and enjoying a picnic.
