Wineries & Vineyards
Grapes on a vine (Andrea Johnson photo)
Oliver is known as the Wine Capital of Canada.
While a rapidly changing industry might cause some to dispute this title, there's no doubt that Oliver is right in the heart of the Okanagan Valley appellation with more than two dozen wineries surrounding the town.
Wine Touring
Oliver lies in the heart of three distinct Thompson Okanagan winemaking regions. Most wineries are open year round for tasting and tours, some seasonally or by appointment. Expect to find solid table wines and wines of true distinction – reds, whites, rosés, sparkling wines and Icewines – recognized internationally with a host of awards in prestigious competitions.
Pair a vintage with specially crafted dishes at a winery restaurant or with local artisan cheeses and nibbles for an impromptu picnic on the winery grounds. The views are as good as the wines. Be sure to appoint a designated driver, learn to spit or leave the driving to a local tour guide.
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The Golden Mile
Wineries of The Golden Mile are located south of Oliver on the western slopes of the valley. Well-drained gravel, clay and sandy soils produce varietals such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Gewurztraminer.
Wineries in this area run the gamut from the log cabin tasting room of Fairview Cellars to the upscale Tinhorn Creek complex, which offers a self-guided tour of the demonstration vineyard and barrel room along with concerts and theatrical performances in an outdoor amphitheatre.
Black Sage Bench
Across the valley and stretching south, the Black Sage/Osoyoos sub-region flattens out. On very deep sand it produces Bordeaux varietals, Chardonnay and Shiraz. Quinta Ferreira makes wines in the Portuguese style. Burrowing Owl, probably the best-known winery in this area, hosts guest rooms and a restaurant.
Take the self-guided tour of the bell tower, interpretive displays, cellars and viewing platform. At the southern end of this region, visit Nk'Mip Cellars, the first aboriginal-owned winery in North America. After tasting, learn more about the First Nations of the Okanagan at the Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre.
Corkscrew Drive
From Oliver, head north 21km/13mi to Okanagan Falls. This area hosts the highest elevation vineyards in the Okanagan and wineries with some interesting stories behind their names. Find out about Blasted Church and See Ya Later Ranch.
Grape Growing in Oliver
Climate and soil are major contributing factors to successful grape cultivation. Located in the southern part of the semi-arid Okanagan Valley, Oliver receives an average of just 319mm/12.6in of precipitation annually.
Winters are short and relatively mild while summers are hot, with average July/August temperatures topping those of the Napa Valley in California. Its northerly latitude accounts for very long hours of intense sunshine during the critical growing season, again, more than Napa. The last ice age left well-drained deposits of sand and gravel and well-developed irrigation systems provide water from the Okanagan River.
Drop by the Oliver Visitor Centre at 6431 Station Street for winery brochures, maps and information on guided tours.
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21
3628 Hwy 3 E
Osoyoos, British Columbia
V0H 1V6
Websitehttp://www.mooncurser.com
Toll-free
Phone250-495-5161
We are Moon Curser Vineyards (formerly Twisted Tree Vineyards & Winery), a family owned winery since 2004 which produces small quantities of hand crafted, premium wines. Located on the east bench above Lake Osoyoos in the South Okanagan region of BC, we enjoy the benefits of one of the best viticultural sites in the valley.
As a member of the British Columbia Wine Institute, we are held to a high standard. The BC VQA designation is your assurance that the wine you're purchasing is 100% from BC and has met rigorous quality regulations.
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22
1400 Rancher Creek Rd
Osoyoos, British Columbia
V0H 1V0
Websitehttp://www.nkmipcellars.com
Toll-free
Phone250-495-2985
North America's first aboriginal owned & operated winery, dedicated to crafting premium VQA wines. Overlooking the shores of Osoyoos Lake, the winery & surrounding vineyards share a unique ecosystem with Canada's only pocket desert.
Enjoy daily guided tours of our facility, wine tastings and relax on our patio while enjoying an aboriginal inspired menu perfectly paired with one of our Nk'Mip wines.
As a member of the British Columbia Wine Institute, we are held to a high standard. The BC VQA designation is your assurance that the wine you're purchasing is 100% from BC and has met rigorous quality regulations.
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23
398 Lupine Ln
Oliver, British Columbia
V0H 1T1
Websitehttp://www.olivertwistwinery.com
Toll-free
Phone250-485-0227
Peaceful and secluded, Oliver Twist Estate Winery - located on the famous Black Sage Bench. Enjoy our hospitality, view our winery in operation and sip our specially crafted wines.
Chardonnay, Viognier, Pinot Gris, Patio Passion, Oliver's Choice (Kerner), French Embrace, Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon & Rosado Splash
2010 Viognier: Bronze Medal-2012 Savor NW Wine Award
2010 Syrah: 2012 Intervin International Wine Awards Gold Medal & highest scoring red in the competition. Gold Medal- Wine Access' 2012 Canadian Wine
2011 Passion: Bronze Medal - 2012 Intervin International Wine Awards
2011 Oliver's Choice: Bronze Medal - 2012 Intervin International Wine
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24
4120 Black Sage Rd
Oliver, British Columbia
V0H 1T1
Websitehttp://www.platinumbench.com
Toll-free
Phone250-535-1165
Platinum Bench Estate Winery, home of award-winning wines and rustic tasting room with spectacular views of the south valley. Picnic area & daily vineyard tour (11:00 am) tour reservations appreciated.
As a member of the British Columbia Wine Institute, we are held to a high standard. The BC VQA designation is your assurance that the wine you're purchasing is 100% from BC and has met rigorous quality regulations.
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25
34664 - 71st St
Oliver, British Columbia
V0H 1T0
Websitehttp://www.quintaferreira.com
Toll-free
Phone250-498-4756
As a member of the British Columbia Wine Institute, we are held to a high standard. The BC VQA designation is your assurance that the wine you're purchasing is 100% from BC and has met rigorous quality regulations.
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26
7148 - 378th Ave
Oliver, British Columbia
V0H 1T0
Websitehttp://www.riverstoneestatewinery.ca
Toll-free
Phone250-498-0043
As a member of the BC Wine Institute, we are held to a high standard. The BC VQA designation is your assurance that the wine you're purchasing is 100% from BC & has met rigorous quality regulations.
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27
13140 - 316A Ave
Oliver, British Columbia
V0H 1T0
Websitehttp://www.road13vineyards.com
Toll-free866-498-8330
Phone250-498-8330
Spectacularly located on the Golden Mile just 6 km south of Oliver. Road 13 Vineyards specializes in inspired white wines, elegant Pinot Noirs & Big Reds. Picnics, fabulous views & Katie Foster's ceramic art gallery. Daily tours at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm available May 15-Sep 30.
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28
7148 Orchard Grove Ln
Oliver, British Columbia
V0H 1T0
Websitehttp://www.stoneboatvineyards.com
Toll-free888-598-2226
Phone250-498-2226
Located along a winding country lane in Oliver, on the rocky soils of the lower Black Sage Bench, Stoneboat Vineyards is one of the newest artisan wine producers in the South Okanagan Valley.
Owned & operated by the Martiniuk family, the winery is the natural
evolution of the family's 25 year grape growing experience.
As a member of the British Columbia Wine Institute, we are held to a high standard. The BC VQA designation is your assurance that the wine you're purchasing is 100% from BC and has met rigorous quality regulations.
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29
537 Tinhorn Creek Rd
Oliver, British Columbia
V0H 1T0
Websitehttp://www.tinhorn.com
Toll-free888-484-6467
Phone250-498-3743
Located just south of Oliver, in the famed Golden Mile wine growing district, we proudly offer 100% estate grown wines, growing grapes on both the Black Sage & Golden Mile benches. Family owned & operated, our visitor experience include a self-guided tour, along with wines that rank among some of the best in the world.
As a member of the BC Wine Institute, we're held to a high standard. The BC VQA designation is your assurance that the wine you're purchasing is 100% from BC & has met rigorous quality regulations.
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30
9503 - 12th Ave
Osoyoos, British Columbia
V0H 1V1
Websitehttp://www.youngandwysewine.com
Toll-free
Phone250-495-3245
With a strong commitment to tradition & dedication, along with an in-depth understanding of new world winemaking techniques. The Young & Wyse Collection simply is: The Heart, The Soul, & The Soil. 2009 limited collections include Merlot, Syrah & 33.30.24.13 Black Label, a Proprietary blend. Future varietals in include Viognier, Gewürztraminer, Malbec, Zinfandel & Cabernet Sauvignon.
As a member of the British Columbia Wine Institute, we are held to a high standard. The BC VQA designation is your assurance that the wine you're purchasing is 100% from BC and has met rigorous quality regulations.
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