DISTRICT WINE VILLAGE ☆ Folio.YVR ☆ Issue 27 August 2024 ☆ Luxury Lifestyle Magazine

District Wine Village is not just another winemaking venture. It is an innovative groundbreaking concept that diverges from the traditional model of individual wineries.

By uniting multiple wine producers within a singular destination, it fosters a collaborative approach to the winery experience. This pioneering concept creates an unparalleled opportunity for small-scale winemakers within a community-focused framework, promising a unique and exciting journey for all involved.

Comprising 16 equally sized surrounding buildings, the Village is not just about wine. It offers public tasting spaces and adaptable back-of-house areas for wine production, brewing, or distilling activities.

The design layout encourages interaction and nurtures a sense of community, with each building overlooking the central plaza and boasting natural landscaping, patios, and water features. It is a place where everyone is welcome, and the spirit of community thrives.

At the core of District Wine Village lies an amphitheatre with a capacity of 610 people, serving as a central point for community gatherings and events.

This plaza showcases a distinct design, featuring a pinwheel-shaped canvas canopy for seasonal shelter and a series of cross-laminated timber columns.

Entertainment Centre

The Village plays host to a myriad of events throughout the year, from star-studded concerts by artists such as Colin James, The Sheepdogs, and Aaron Pritchett to wine and culinary demonstrations, farmers' markets, and even winter ice skating.

The Duo Behind District

The brainchild of long-standing friends and neighbours Max Brock and Matt Kenyon, District Wine Village, was inspired by the concept of winery clusters in other prominent wine regions. Their vision expanded to include a craft brewery and a restaurant on-site.

Despite Max's passing before the groundbreaking, the project endured in his honour, with industry veteran Michael Daley assuming the role of Director of Operations to oversee its fruition.

Wineries within the Village collaboratively utilize state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, elevating the production of high-quality VQA wines. It is a place where local craftsmanship is not just celebrated, but also a source of pride for everyone in the community.

Enduring Partnership

Sited on a 10-acre property leased from the Osoyoos Indian Band, the project is a testament to Matt Kenyon's enduring partnership with Chief Clarence Louie, the first elected Chief of the Osoyoos Indian Band and member of the Order of British Columbia, the Order of Canada, and who consistently emphasized economic development as a means to improve his people's standard of living.

District Wine Village stands as a trailblazing concept in Canada, offering a collaborative and community-focused approach to winemaking. It presents a distinctive opportunity for small-scale winemakers (listed below) and a diverse tasting experience for visitors, all set within a pedestrian-friendly and inclusive environment.

- Winemaker's CUT

- One Faith Vineyards

- Gneiss Wines

- JoiRyde Winery

- Foolish Wine

- Valley Commons

- Nk'Mip Cellars

- Apricus Cellars

- TIME Family of Wines

- Silhouette

- Canter Cellars

- Yellow Dog Spirits

- Neighbourhood Brewing

District Wine Village / 100 Enterprise Way / Oliver, BC