BC's Okanagan

Adora Estate Winery

6807 Hwy 97
Summerland, BC
VOH 1ZO

Phone: 250-404-4200

Adore sits on a small piece of land between the highway 97 and the lake.
You can just see the winery as you come down the hill towards Penticton.

The winery open in 2002 . The winery is owned in partnership by Reid Jenkins,
Kevin Golka and winemaker/consultant Eric Von Krosigk.

Their wines are known for their bold and robust wines. Their signature wines Decorus and Maximus bear
latin names but the vintage is written in Roman Numerals.

According to Winery owner Reid Jenkins: We like to buck the trend

Winemaker: Eric Von Krosigk
winemaking philosophy: make intense wines, blended to put the spice points in and mature slowly.

Founded in 1961, Andrés has rapidly grown to become Canada's leading vintner, owning wineries in almost every province across Canada. A familiar name in BC, Andres Wines is located in Port Moody. Its premium varietals are bottled under the Peller Estates and Bighorn labels.

With a dream of owning his own winery the European-born winemaker, Andre Peller opened his fist winery in Port Moody, BC in 1961. Andre Wines has since gone on to open seven wineries across Canada. Known as one of the Canada's most successful wineries, Andres Wines produces quality wines such as Bighorn Vineyards & Peller Estates.

Phil Soo Winemaker
Philosophy:
Combining our knowledge of grape varieties, climate, soil and winemaking techniques, we strive to produce the highest quality wines, true to varietal character. Following the philosophy of our founder, Andrew Peller, Peller Estates is committed to meeting the needs of the wine consumer with our quality wines.
The Company's award-winning premium Peller Estates and Hillebrand Estates brands compliment its popular-priced brands including Hochtaler, Domain D'Or, Franciscan and Similkameen.
With a focus on serving the needs of all wine consumers, the Company also produces and markets wine kit products from Brew King and Vineco International.

Aug 2005 Andrés Wines Ltd. has purchased Calone Wines in Kelowna and will move their BC location to the Okanagan. The Port Moody facility will close the end of December 2005

Andrés Wines Ltd. 697 South Service Rd. Grimsby, ON. L3M 4E8 (905) 643-4131 Fax: (905) 643-4944

Andrés Wines Atlantic Ltd. 491 Willow St. Truro, Nova Scotia B2N 6T3 (902) 895-2874 Fax: (902) 893-4976

Andrés Wines Alberta Ltd. 7530 Blackfoot Trail SE Calgary, Alberta T2H 1M5 (403) 252-5511 Fax: (403) 253-5759

 

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Arrowleaf Cellars

1574 Camp Road
Lake Country, BC
V4V 1K1

Arrowleaf Cellars is a family-owned winery established by Joe and Margrit Zuppiger and son, Manuel Zuppiger.

Located north of Kelowna on the 50th parallel, overlooking Lake Okanagan. Lake Okanagan is at its deepest here, dropping 240 m (800 ft) to the bottom. The moderating effects of this significant body of water allow the vineyard to ripen varieties such as Pinot Gris and Merlot on the northernmost reaches of grape production.

Arrowleaf Cellars derives its name from the Arrowleaf Balsamroot plants which dot the hillsides of the Okanagan.

Winemaker: Manuel Zuppiger
winemaking philosophy: Clean crisp cool climate wines

Bella Vista Vineyard

3111 Agnew Road
Vernon BC V1H 1A1
phone 250-558-0770
toll free 1-888-221-0222
bvv@workshopbc.com

Located near the northern end of Okanagan Lake with a new gift shop and tasting room. Winemaker is Larry Passmore. Our winery team is devoted to providing a taste of wine experience to our visitors. We are fortunate to be part of a supportive community and our success is a reflection of their encouragement. Our wine making philosophy is simple, we try to make good wine that goes well with food, fun and extended Sittings.

The winery's name, Bounty Cellars, is inspired by British Columbia's bountiful Okanagan valley, which produces numerous exceptional wines year after year. Bounty Cellars was incorporated March 2004 with its first bottling May 2005. The winery is poised to become the négociant of the Okanagan; which translates to a “wine merchant. These merchants buy grapes and wine from various vineyards and wineries and produce it to sell under their own label. The winery was created under the expertise of Ron Pennington and Wade Rains, with the goal of 'thinking outside of the barrel.'

Fine wine is just one of aspects of Bounty Cellars, which also specializes in creating premium custom labels for a variety of clientèle.

The possibilities are endless for uses of a great wine with customized labels. Another unique feature of the winery is its ability to custom blend wines under the guidance of senior winemaker Alan Marks.

Signature wines are Similkameen Chardonnay, Osoyoos Lake Merlot, a red Meritage and Equinox an Alsatian style white blend.

Winemaker: Dr Alan Marks
Philosophy: Quality wine with balanced approachable style; wine to be enjoyed by everyone...share the wealth of wine!

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wine club, private labels, tours by appointment

Calona Vineyard

1125 Richter Street
Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 2K6
Tel: 250-762-3332 Fax: 250-762-2999
Web: calona.kelowna.com
Email: calona@kelowna.com

Operating in BC since 1932, located in the heart of Kelowna. Visitors will enjoy their visit to the west's oldest and largest winery.
Calona Vineyard Artist Series 1995 Merlot is one to watch for.
"We are on the threshold of a new era in British Columbia winemaking. Calona Wines is increasing its investment improving the highest quality VQA wines." Winemaker is Howard Soon.

In the summer of 2005 Andrés Wine LTD purchased Calona Winery. long with Sandhill Winery

CedarCreek Estate Winery

5445 Lakeshore Road
Kelowna, B.C. Canada V1W 4S5

Toll Free: 1 800 730 WINE(9463)
Tel: (250) 764 8866
Fax: (250) 764 2603

A family owned winery operating on the hills above Lake Okanagan in Kelowna.
The Fitzpatrick family, who founded CedarCreek in 1986, has committed the winery to respecting the land in its viticulture practices; to honouring the rich agricultural tradition of their family rooted in the Okanagan; and to pursuing perfection in the bottle. The family has been residing in the Okanagan since 1913

The winery now produces over 30,000 cases of premium wines each year and is considered one the elite producers in Canada. It was named Canada's winery of the year at the 2002 Canadian Wine Awards competition

Product exceeds 30,000 cases.

Greata Ranch, the second vineyard is located between Peachland and Summerland. This historic orchard was settled in 1896 and was purchased by Senator Fitzpatrick in 1994 based on his boyhood memories of tasting sweet peaches from the property. CedarCreek restored its former agricultural splendor by planting 40 acres of Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Noir and Merlot.

Winemaker: Tom Di Bello
Winemaking Philosophy: The secret to making great wine is passion and paying attention to the details - it is all the little things that add up to something special in the bottle

East Kelowna Cider Company

Box 28038 RPO E Kel.
Kelowna, BC   V1W 4A6

250-860-8118

Owned by David and Theressa Ross described by Authors John Schreiner
as two very hard working individuals. They run a 3.6 hectare apple orchard on Kelowna's east side. They petition the government to acknowledge HArd Apple Cider made from desert apples and won

First Estate Cellars

5031 Cousines Road
Peachland

The winery was originally launched in 1972 as Chateau de Treanier by Marion John. After establishing the winery, Marion sold it in 1979 to Bob Claremont who renamed it Claremont estates. The winery ran into problems and was once again sold to Goldie Smithener who renamed the winery Cheateau Ste Claire.

The history of First Estates has been one of buy and sell
the winery was just recently sold to the Sivertsti family
The winery now hopes to produce wines in what they call the "Back to Italy" style

Granite Creek Estate Winery

2302 Skimikin Road
Tappen, B.C. Canada V0E 2X0

Tel: (250) 835-0049

Mayka and Doug Kennedy began winemaking at home, and their enthusiasm led them to explore the wine regions of Europe. Mayka's degree in Chemistry and chemical engineering are a strong asset in understanding the technical side of winemaking. Her skills are complemented by Doug's management experience, and both have a love of wine.

The winery is located on a very unique and strategically located piece of land in the Shuswap Lake country. The mix of soils aspect, topography and climate, gives us a microclimate highly suited to grape production. The farm property, in addition to its grape vineyard potential, has many other attributes relative to agriculture tourism. It crosses the entire valley at the head of Tappen Valley and serves as the eastern gateway to Skimikin Valley. The farm has high agriculture capability ratings and is surrounded on three sides by forested crown land. It is made up of agricultural lands and forested lands and supports a seven-kilometer trail network, which ties into the larger crown land trail network. A very unique resource available to guests is a 30-acre bowl made up of a series of springs that we've named Granite Springs. This is the source of water for Granite Creek now known as Tappen Creek. The Farm and Winery are named after the original name of Granite Creek which was changed due to historical events. The bio diversity of this spring area is quite unique and supports a lot of B.C. coastal vegetation in this interior location. It is highly environmentally sensitive on one hand, while offering valuable educational experience.

The winery is just a short distance up road from Recline Ridge.

Winemaker: Gary Strachan
Winemaking Philosophy:

Gray Monk Estate

1055 Camp Road,
Okanagan Centre, British Columbia
V4V 2H4
CANADA

Telephone 250-766-3168
Toll Free: 1-800-663-4205
Fax: 250-766-3390

E-mail:  General Inquiries: mailbox@graymonk.com
 Wine Shop / Tour Information: wineshop@graymonk.com

One of the most prestigious wineries in British Columbia with a proud history of producing quality wines. The owners are George and Trudy Heiss. They began back in the 1970's and were leaders in establishing the BC Estate winery program. The Heiss family is the only remaining "family" winery of the original estate wineries licensed in the early ´80s

The winery has a beautiful location on the slopes above the Okanagan Lake.

Latitude Fifty Series may be the wineries greatest commercial success launched in1991 A very affordable wine perfectly blended . Another popular wine is their Siegerrebe . The winery has a wide portfolio.

The Grapevine restaurant holds numerous events and provides live entertainment in the summer

Winemaker: George Heiss, Jr
Winemaking Philosophy:

Greata Ranch vineyards

697 Highway 97
Summerland, BC
V0H 1Z0
Phone: (250) 767-2605

info@LarchHillsWinery.com

Greata Ranch is owned and operated By Cedar Creek Estate Winery of Kelowna.
This farm winery sits below the highway upon lake side property. The Verandah has an amazing view of lush vineyard, mountains and the sparkling Lake Okanagan you can sit back and relax over a "picnic style" lunch.

 

Winemaking Philosophy:.

Haninle Vineyards

5355 Trepanier Bench Road
Peachland British Columbia
V0H 1X2
Phone: (250)767-2525
Toll Free 1-800-767-3109
info@hainle.com

Hainle winery has a rich history in the Bc wine Industry. Walter Hainle is credited with making the first Canadian Icewine. When the winery first openin in 1988 it offered for sale the 1978 vintage Icewine.

The winery was purchased by Walter Huber in 2002. Walter began growing grapes in 1991 and when Hainle wines became available he took over the winery and retained Tilman Hainle has winemaker

Winemaker Tilman Hainle
Winemaking Philosophy:
Hainle Vineyards has an ongoing commitment to organic viticulture and winemaking

House of Roses

2270 Garner Road
Kelowna, British Columbia
V1E 2P8
Phone: (250) 765-0802

House of Rose Winery is located on the outskirts of Kelowna on the Okanangan Plateau in British Columbia. The vineyard and winery are situated in an area known as "the Belgo Bench" with both soil type and microclimate contributing to an excellent site for grape growing. The winery is nestled amoung apple orchards with a view of the mountains in all directions. Established in 1993

The winery is known for its Winter Wines

Winemaker: Vern Rose
Winemaking Philosophy: We strive for excellence in our vineyards and wine making

Hunting Hawk

4758 Gulch Road Armstrong BC, VOE 1B2
Canada

250-546-2164
info@hunthawk@cnx.net

Owned by Russ Niles