Wine Trails

Wine Trails
storied wine trails
to Calgary
Silver Star
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Behind the wine is
a divine dance of earth and climate, late
night harvests, magical discoveries, the
warmth of late-afternoon sun, the perfect
amount of time spent in rare oak barrels,
the gentle nurturing of historic Okanagan
Valley vines...
welcome
What’s the story?
Serious oenophiles love to discuss the elements of
great wine – from the grape variety and aging process
to the influence of terroir on taste. But what about the
stories behind the wineries that speak to the passion, inspiration
and personality that live in each bottle?
In this guide, you’ll get a taste of what lies ahead along each
Kelowna Wine Trail. Be pleasantly surprised as you travel down
quaint roads speckled with serene vineyards, orchards and
farms just minutes from this modern, lakeside city.
Be enchanted as knowledgeable proprietors, dedicated hosts
and award-winning winemakers pour their wines and share
their stories. The stories are many and varied – do not hesitate
to ask for more!
• Note: “fave sips” were chosen at the time of printing and could change at
any time due to mood, food, music or new wine releases.
diG into kelowna’s
The Okanagan is the heart of BC wine country, but dig deeper and
you’ll also discover that Kelowna is the birthplace of BC wine. Early
pioneers cultivated the province’s first vineyards here – Father
Pandosy’s Mission planted in the 1860s and grape growers Jesse
Hughes, Martin Dulik, Frank Schmidt and the Rittich brothers planted
from 1928 onward. By 1932, BC’s first commercial winery was
established by the Capozzi, Bennett and Casorso families. Today
it is one of Canada’s finest...Calona Vineyards Winery
Enrico Guidi + Pasquale Capozzi, 1975
1859
1993
• FATHER PANDOSY’S MISSIONARIES
PLANT BC’S FIRST VINEYARD
1873
• ALLISON HOUSE IS BUILT AND STILL
STANDS TODAY AT QUAILS’ GATE
1928
• PIONEER VINEYARDS PLANTS BC’S
FIRST COMMERCIAL VINEYARD WHICH
IS NOW THE SITE OF TANTALUS
1928
• VINEYARD PLANTED ON THE
CURRENT ST. HUBERTUS SITE
1932
• CALONA WINES OPENS BC’S 1st WINERY
1994
• MISSION HILL WINS CANADA’S FIRST-EVER
INTERNATIONAL AWARD – THE AVERY
TROPHY FOR WORLD’S BEST CHARDONNAY
1996
• LITTLE STRAW OPENS ITS WINERY
• ARROWLEAF CELLARS AND THE VIEW
PLANT THEIR VINEYARDS
2002
• CEDARCREEK WINS ITS FIRST OF TWO
“CANADIAN WINERY OF THE YEAR” AWARDS
2007
• KALALA 0PENS ITS ORGANIC WINERY
1961
• QUAILS’ GATE PLANTS ITS VINEYARD
1968
2008
• THE VIBRANT VINE PATENTS ITS X-SYSTEM
• MT. BOUCHERIE PLANTS ITS VINEYARD
1972
• GRAY MONK PLANTS ITS VINEYARD
1988
• SIGNING OF CANADA-US FREE TRADE
AGREEMENT ATTRACTS WINEMAKERS
FROM ACROSS THE WORLD
1990
• HOUSE OF ROSE WINERY OPENS
• SUMMERHILL BUILDS A GEOMETRICALLY
PRECISE PYRAMID
• EX NIHILO LAUNCHES ROLLING STONES
ICEWINE
2010
• VOLCANIC HILLS, THE VIBRANT VINE AND
SPIERHEAD OPEN THEIR WINERIES
• CAMELOT CELEBRATES ITS FIRST
MEDIEVAL FAIR
2011
• ANCIENT HILL OPENS ITS WINERY
Kelowna…the birthplace of BC wine
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BC’s original winery
This is where it all began. Our province’s first winery, Calona
Vineyards now represents the best of BC winemaking, uniting
old-world techniques with visionary innovations. Don’t miss this
winery that started it all and is now one of Canada’s leaders
in wine excellence.
howard’s fave sip
CALONA UNCORKED
In the early days, Calona made
wine using apples rather than
grapes. What’s the story?
small lot
250.762.9144
sandhillwines.ca
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a little bit country – a little bit rock ‘n roll
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ANCIENT HILL WINERY
Old-world charm
Travel along the scenic backroads of farmland and horse ranches
to arrive at this new and enchanting European-style winery.
Once here, you’ll be welcomed into a nouveau-rustic tasting
room where wood is king and the wine noble – made entirely
from grapes grown on the estate’s vineyard.
jitske’s fave sip
LAZERUS
4918 Anderson Rd
ANCIENT HILL UNCORKED
The vineyard has 40 unidentified
65-year-old vinifera grape vines.
What’s the story?
250.491.2766 ancienthillwinery.com
MAY-OCT: 10-5
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Picnic paradise
ARROWLEAF CELLARS
Nestled on a hillside with vineyards sloping down to the lake,
family-owned Arrowleaf Cellars crafts award-winning wines from
this grape-laden landscape. After your tasting, enjoy the great
view while sharing your picnic lunch with friends or family and
a glass of your favourite Arrowleaf wine. Does it get any better?
margrit’s fave sip
GeWüRZ
1574 Camp Rd
ARROWLEAF UNCORKED
Proprietors Joe and Margrit were farmers
in Switzerland before immigrating to
Canada. What’s the story?
250.766.2992 arrowleafcellars.com
MAY-JUN/SEPT-OCT: 10:30-5:30 JUL-AUG: 10-6
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EX NIHILO VINEYARDS
Star struck
The first time Jeff, Decoa and partners Jay and Twila walked this
steep, untouched 10-acre property, they saw great potential
for a special place. It wasn’t just the landscape’s splendour that
spoke to them – it was the soil, the climate, and the southwestern
facing slope overlooking beautiful Okanagan Lake.
EX NIHILO UNCORKED
Ex Nihilo Rocks. In 2008, Jeff and Decoa
landed a partnership with rock royalty
the Rolling Stones. What’s the story?
1525 Camp Rd
decoa’s fave sip
niGht
250.766.5522 exnihilovineyards.com
MAY-OCT: 10-5:30 NOV-APR: BY APPT
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GRAY MONK ESTATE WINERY
BC wine pioneers
Over 50 acres of vines surround Gray Monk’s stately winery.
Owners and BC wine pioneers the Heiss family introduced the
Pinot Gris grape to Canada and helped create the province’s
VQA designation. Don’t miss the outstanding wine, food and
views at the award-winning Grapevine Restaurant.
GRAY MONK UNCORKED
In 1972, George and Trudy made
the radical shift from hairstyling to
grape growing. What’s the story?
1055 Camp Rd
MAY-JUN: 10-7 JUL-AUG: 9-9
SEPT-OCT: 10-7 NOV-APR: 10-5
trudy’s fave sip
SieGerreBe
250.766.3168 graymonk.com
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TANTALUS VINEYARDS
The purists
Spectacular lake views, an historic vineyard and our new
state-of-the-art LEED winery make visiting Tantalus 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.
TANTALUS UNCORKED
Tantalus has one of BC’s
oldest continuously producing
vineyards. What’s the story?
1670 Dehart Rd
jane’s fave sip
RIESLING
250.764.0078 tantalus.ca
MAY-OCT: 11-5 NOV-APR: TUES-SAT 12-5
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SUMMERHILL PYRAMID WINERY
BC’s most-visited winery
Since 1986, the Cipes family has been busy crafting Summerhill
into what is now Canada’s largest certified organic winery.
Prepare to be blown away by Summerhill’s diversity of awardwinning wines, their dazzling lake view, organic restaurant and
the uber-unique, precision-crafted Pyramid.
SUMMERHILL UNCORKED
Summerhill built a one-eighth replica
of the Great Pyramid to age their wine
and stage events. What’s the story?
4870 Chute Lake Rd
MAY - MID-OCT: 9-9 MID-OCT - APR: 11-9
ezra’s fave sip
cipes Brut
250.764.8000 summerhill.bc.ca
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ST. HUBERTUS & OAK BAY ESTATE WINERY
Stroll through the vineyard
Try identifying varieties as you wander the lakeview vineyard.
Originally planted in 1928, sections of the vineyard – along with
the winery – burned to the ground in a 2003 wildfire. But dedicated owners Andy and Leo replanted and rebuilt. Come enjoy
the winery’s relaxed hospitality and terroir-influenced wines.
andy’s fave sip
pinot noir
ST HUBERTUS + OAK BAY UNCORKED
The proprietors of the two wineries
are two brothers married to two
sisters. What’s the story?
250.764.7888 st-hubertus.bc.ca
5205 Lakeshore Rd
MAY-OCT: 10-5:30 NOV-APR: MON-SAT 12-4
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CEDARCREEK ESTATE WINERY
Our wine is our word
In a word: spectacular. In location alone, nature was very good to
CedarCreek, so we work hard at being nature’s equal in all other
ways. We put incredible effort into the little things that make a visit
to the winery so remarkable. The results show in every bottle,
tour, tasting, meal and concert. On that, you have our word.
gordon’s fave sip
pinot noir
5445 Lakeshore Rd
CEDARCREEK UNCORKED
CedarCreek has placed among
Canada’s top five wineries five times
in six years. What’s the story?
250.764.8866 cedarcreek.bc.ca
MAY-OCT: 10-6 NOV-APR: 11-5
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THE VIEW WINERY & VINEYARD
Okanagan’s sexy wine
Step into a world of intriguing contradictions at The View. Here
you’ll find a winery housed in a rustic 1922 fruit packinghouse
producing the Okanagan’s most provocative brand of wine. The
label is exciting and the sensational wines are mouthwatering.
Ooh la la...enjoy!
jennifer’s fave sip
#1-2287 Ward Rd
THE VIEW UNCORKED
A stiletto heel in the neck of a wine
bottle identifies the Red Shoe brand.
What’s the story?
250.215.1331 theviewwinery.com
PRIVATE TOURS AND TASTINGS
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
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SPIERHEAD WINERY
Picture perfect
Drive along a winding country road, turn into a McIntosh apple
orchard, pass by acres of vines and then park beside a pumpkin
patch. You’ve reached SpierHead Winery – one of only 12 BC
wineries producing a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon wine. Linger
over wine, cheese and bread in the picnic area.
brian’s fave sip
cabernet
sauvignon
3950 Spiers Rd
SPIERHEAD UNCORKED
Proprietor Brian Sprout’s love of the
land is also evident in his gorgeous
photography. What’s the story?
250.763.7777 spierheadwinery.com
MAY/JUNE: WEEKENDS 11-5 OR BY APPT JULY-OCT: 11-5
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THE VIBRANT VINE
Vibrant wine with fab music
Expect different and bold from The Vibrant Vine. Here they pair
their white wines with cool music – who knew Riesling went so
well with Cat Stevens! The psychedelic packaging – an artful
kaleidoscope of colour – complements the wines’ vibrant flavours.
Listen for Tony playing the piano upon arrival.
THE VIBRANT VINE UNCORKED
Tony Lewis developed and patented
a unique, above-ground vine trellis
system. What’s the story?
3240 Pooley Rd
tony’s fave sip
RIESLING
with cat stevens
778.478.1977 tastevibrantvines.com
MAY-OCT: 11-5
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CAMELOT VINEYARDS ESTATE WINERY
Come drinketh our wine
Welcome ye knights, fair maidens, squires and damsels to a
themed winery like no other. Enter the gates, walk past the
Excalibur-embedded stone and explore a world of chivalry,
magic, romance, adventure and, of course, great wine. Don’t miss
Camelot’s popular Medieval Fair in August.
CAMELOT UNCORKED
Long before the winery, a psychic told
proprietor Denise he saw “Camelot all
around her.” What’s the story?
3489 East Kelowna Rd
denise’s fave sip
chardonnay
250.862.8873 camelotvineyards.ca
APRIL: WEEKENDS 11-5 MAY 1-OCT 31: 11-5
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HOUSE OF ROSE WINERY
Feels just like home
Enjoy a true farmgate wine tasting experience in the rustic charm
of an authentic grape picker’s cabin. Feel free to wander the
beautiful orchards and vineyards or relax at the picnic area
while sharing wine and cheese. Children are welcome as well
– they’ll feel right at home.
aura rose’s fave sip
hot FlAsh
2270 Garner Rd
HOUSE OF ROSE UNCORKED
House of Rose wines boast some
of the most unique names in the
wine industry. What’s the story?
250.765.0802 houseofrose.ca
APR-OCT: 10-6 NOV-MAR: TUES-SAT 12-5
Beyond the grape
From the cellar doors of Kelowna’s pastoral wineries,
additional amenities are close at hand. It’s just minutes
to lakeside resorts, artisan restaurants, art and cultural
attractions, sandy beaches, 18 quality golf courses, great
shopping and fantastic events like the popular Okanagan
Wine Festivals. For details, visit www.tourismkelowna.com.
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MT. BOUCHERIE FAMILY ESTATE WINERY
Quality, family, tradition
Producing quality, award-winning BC wines is a family tradition. All
Mt. Boucherie’s wines are crafted entirely from grapes grown
in the family vineyards in West Kelowna, Okanagan Falls and
Cawston. At over 300 acres, Mt. Boucherie is the largest familyowned and operated vineyard and estate winery in BC.
jim’s fave sip
ZINFANDEL
829 Douglas Rd
MT. BOUCHERIE UNCORKED
2011 marks the winery’s 10-year
anniversary of producing awardwinning BC wines. What’s the story?
250.769.8803 mtboucheriewinery.com
MAY-OCT: 10-6 NOV-APR: 11-5
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VOLCANIC HILLS ESTATE WINERY
60 million years to perfect
The beauty of being situated at the foot of a once active volcano
lies in the dirt – pure gold for growing grapes. This new winery is
already winning medals for wines that are erupting with flavour!
When visiting the spacious wine shop, sign the List of Events
so you don’t miss their new releases, promotions and events.
Bobby’s fave sip
GeWüRZtraminer
2845 Boucherie Rd
VOLCANIC HILLS UNCORKED
Prehistoric volcanic and glacial activity
contributes to the winery’s unique
terroir. What’s the story?
778.755.5550 volcanichillswinery.com
MAY-OCT: 10-6 NOV-APR: 11-5:30
TOURS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE
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LITTLE STRAW VINEYARDS
Three generations of grape expertise
“Good wines start in the vineyard,” says owner Peter Slamka, and
he knows what he’s talking about. The family has been growing
grapes since 1969. The winery is renowned for its Pinot Noir
and is Canada’s only producer of Auxerrois Icewine. After a
tasting, savour tapas and a glass of wine in the lounge.
LITTLE STRAW UNCORKED
Little Straw is owned and operated
by three generations of the
Slamka family. What’s the story?
2815 Ourtoland Rd
peter’s fave sip
Sauvignon
blanc
250.769.0404 littlestraw.bc.ca
APR-OCT: 10-6 NOV-MAR: BY APPT
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QUAILS’ GATE WINERY
Spoil your senses
Make sure to visit one of Canada’s culinary gems – Quails’ Gate
Winery and Old Vines Restaurant. It is the meeting place for fresh,
local ingredients, paired with the fruit-forward wines of Quails’ Gate.
Enjoy the spectacular vineyard views while savouring flavours
of the Okanagan. Pull up a chair. We love having company.
QUAILS’ GATE UNCORKED
Quails’ Gate’s Allison House is
one of the Okanagan’s original
homesteads. What’s the story?
3303 Boucherie Rd
tony’s fave sip
pinot noir
250.769.4451 quailsgate.com
MID-MAY - JUNE: 10-7 JUL-AUG: 9:30-7
SEPT-OCT: 10-7 NOV-MAY: 10-6 OPEN YEAR-ROUND
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MISSION HILL FAMILY ESTATE
Wine country masterpiece
Relentless in its pursuit for quality, Mission Hill Family Estate is
one of North America’s landmark wineries. Creating wines that
rival the world’s best, the winery is renowned for its elegant
architecture, dazzling hilltop views, gracious hospitality and the
acclaimed Terrace Restaurant.
cellar door exclusive
martin’S lane
rieslinG
1730 Mission Hill Rd
MISSION HILL UNCORKED
Below the winery is a special vineyard
affectionately known as “Martin’s Lane.”
What’s the story?
250.768.6448 missionhillwinery.com
OPEN DAILY
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KALALA ORGANIC ESTATE WINERY
Small winery – big awards
The Okanagan’s newest organic winery exhibits great taste.
Hand-picked grapes and handcrafted wines have taken Kalala
very quickly into the international winner’s circle. Their first-ever
vintage of Chardonnay icewine was awarded gold at the prestigious 2010 Chardonnay du Monde competition in France.
karnail’s fave sip
zWeIGeLt
3361 Glencoe Rd
KALALA UNCORKED
The name “Kalala” is derived from a
legend passed down from Karnail’s
grandfather. What’s the story?
250.768.9700 kalalawines.ca
APR-OCT: 10-6 NOV-MAR: WED-SUN 11-5
For more information on Kelowna wineries,
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kelownawinetrails.com
For more information, visit our Kelowna Visitor Centres at
544 Harvey Avenue and the Kelowna International Airport
t 250.861.1515 tf 1.800.663.4345
Cover and feature images: Brian Sprout
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