2020 British Columbia Wine Tour Handbook

THE OFFICIAL

SPRING 2020 - SPRING 2021

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Your complete

guide to

British Columbia Wineries

Plus: Meaderies, Cideries and Distilleries BC Wine Regions :: Year in Review :: Tasting Notes Where to Eat :: Where to Stay :: Where to Play

Regional Maps: Thompson, Okanagan, Similkameen, Kootenays

Lillooet, Fraser Valley & Greater Vancouver, Vancouver & Gulf Islands

PHOTOS: Wines of British Columbia

AWARD WINNERS GOLD MEDAL 2018 BC LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR’S WINE AWARDS Bench 1775 Cabernet Sauvignon Syrah won Gold Medal at the 2018 BC Lieutenant Governor’s Wine Awards!

It’s now available in our Tasting Room and online.

Bench 1775 Winery 1775 Naramata Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 490-4965 www.bench1775.com

GOLD MEDAL BEST OF BC WINE AWARDS House of Rose Winery’s Cool Splash is a light and fruity blend of Pinot Gris and Riesling, with peach and apricot from the Pinot, finishing crisp and fresh from the Riesling.

House of Rose Winery 2270 Garner Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 765 0802 Toll free:1 877 765 0802 www.houseofrose.ca

2019 ALBERTA BEVERAGE AWARD JUDGE’S SELECTION WT. BLEND; 2020 ALBERTA WINEFEST PEOPLE’S CHOICE – BEST WHITE UNDER $20 Judge’s Selection is TOP TEN White Blend - International or Domestic!

Winefest People’s Choice is competing with giants, International and Domestic.

Dry, smooth, fruity, unoaked.

Castoro de Oro Estate Winery 4004 Highway 97, Oliver www.castorodeoro.com

PLATINUM - WINE PRESS NORTHWEST 2018 Vanessa Vineyard 2014 Right Bank BC VQA Similkameen Valley 100% estate-grown “A beauty from British Columbia’s Similkameen Valley. Polished in texture, poised in stature and firmly structured, it shows perfectly ripened fruit suggesting cherry and raspberry, with notes of chocolate, tangy spice and graphite.” Beppi Crosariol www.vanessavineyard.com

GOLD CANADA’S GREAT KITCHEN PARTY NATIONAL CULINARY COMPETITION 2018 UNICUS (GRÜNER VELTLINER ) Competing alongside Executive Chef Roger Ma of Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar’s seafood dish to win the best offering of the year in Ottawa, Culmina’s 2018 Unicus is a textural and savoury delight for the senses. Only available for purchase at the winery.

Culmina Family Estate Winery 4790 Wild Rose Street, Oliver 250.498.0789 culmina.ca / info@culmina.ca

WINE ALIGN AWARDS GOLD vinAmité 2017 Petit Verdot SILVER vinAmité Cellars 2017 Chardonnay BRONZE vinAmité Cellars 2018 Chanson d’amour BRONZE vinAmité 2017 Compass vinAmité Cellars 5381 Highway 97, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-2234 www.vinamitecellars.com

EXPERIENCE TOURS CHEERS OKANAGAN TOURS LTD. 1302 Morgan Road Kelowna Phone: (250) 717-8452 Toll Free: 1-855-717-8452 www.cheersokanagantours.com Tour differently! There’s nothing ‘standard’ about touring with Cheers Okanagan Tours. Enjoy exceptional experiences, amazing people, authentic encounters, feeling welcome, lavished, and treated like royalty.

VALHALLA HELICOPTERS 1100 Stevens Road, West Kelowna Phone: (250) 769-1486 www.valhallahelicopters.com This is a one-of-a-kind experience combining a scenic helicopter tour around the Okanagan with stops at participating wineries to enjoy the beverage that has made the valley so well-known. Touring the Okanagan wineries is so much more fun when you arrive in style!

BC WINE TOUR HUB www.winetourhub.com Planning your visit to BC Wine Country?

Whether it’s your first, second, third... visit, or if you’re local and want to experience what’s in your own backyard, check us out - there is always something new to discover. Get online access to wineries; regional travel information; winery route maps; where to eat, stay, play and more.

CONTENTS While social distancing regulations are in effect we encourage you to explore BC’s wine regions within this guide and plan for your best BC Wine Country experience yet! Please support the advertisers that have brought you this handbook by visiting their websites and ordering online.

4. Welcome to BC Wine Country

6. Year in Review

7. Some Things We Love: Shopping Feature

8-9. Interior Regions Overview Map

10-18. South Okanagan: Oliver & Osoyoos The Official British Columbia Wine Tour Handbook is your guide to the wonderful and diverse BC Wine Country.

Inside you’ll find tips on touring and tasting, maps to help you plan your itineraries and space for you to jot down your notes on wines and memories of your visit.

Our comprehensive list of BC wineries makes this guide an invaluable tool for your wine tour experience.

Keep this guide handy and enjoy your visit!

PUBLISHER / ART DIRECTOR Tammy Tomiye, eXpose design studio

19-21. South Okanagan: Okanagan Falls & Kaleden 22-23. Similkameen Valley: Cawston & Keremeos 24-31. South Okanagan: Penticton & Naramata 32-33. South Okanagan: Peachland & Summerland 34-40. Central Okanagan: West Kelowna, Kelowna & Lake Country

41. Where to Golf

42-45. North Okanagan: Vernon, Armstrong, Enderby & Grinrod 46-49. Shuswap: Salmon Arm, Tappen & Celista 50-53. Thompson Valley: Kamloops 54-55. Lillooet

56. Kootenays

57-59. Fraser Valley & Greater Vancouver 60-62. Vancouver Island & Gulf Islands

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WELCOME TO BC WINE COUNTRY Wines of British Columbia

The year 2020 marks a significant milestone in British Columbia Wine Country. While grapes have been grown and wine has been made in the province for more than a century, it was exactly 30 years ago that the industry experienced a rebirth of sorts.

In 1990, pioneering vintners and grape growers collaborated to forge the Vintners’ Quality Alliance (VQA) and the British Columbia Wine Institute (BCWI). The VQA standard was created to guarantee consumers were drinking wine made from 100 per cent BC grapes. Prior to that, consumers had no real way of knowing where the wine they were drinking actually came from.

It went a long way toward establishing truth in labeling and building consumer confidence in provincially made wines.

At the time that VQA was introduced, there were only 19 grape wineries in the province. Today, there are more than 280, as well as another 90-plus wineries making wine using alternative fruits. You can’t argue with those numbers.

Among the pioneers back in the day and one of the loudest advocates of VQA was a man named Harry McWatters. He was the founding chair of the BCWI, owner of Sumac Ridge Estate Winery in Summerland and was a force to be reckoned with.

McWatters worked tirelessly to promote local wines. He became known within wine media circles as the “father” then the “grandfather” and finally the “godfather” of British Columbia wine.

He won the Order of British Columbia and was a recipient of the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Medal and the province’s Diamond Jubilee Medal.

Sadly, he didn’t live to see this 30th anniversary. He passed away suddenly in 2019. He left an undeniable legacy. After building Sumac Ridge into the third largest winery in the province, he sold it to Vincor International in 2000, along with Hawthorne Mountain (Now See Ya Later Ranch) in Okanagan Falls, another winery he built from the ground up. He stayed on as president of Sumac and VP of Vincor until 2008 and went on to establish several other fine wine houses including Evolve Cellars and Time Winery.

McWatters was as much an advocate for other wineries as his own and frequently boasted about the growth of the industry and increased quality of the wine it produced. He is celebrated as an industry leader and true visionary.

THERE’S A LOT TO LOVE ABOUT BC WINES TODAY In February 2020, Wine Spectator magazine published an article saying that over the past decade, “the wines of Canada reached a new level in terms of quality, style and consistency.

“Chalk that up to investment on the part of talented, passionate vintners, who are planting more vinifera grape varieties and exploring vineyard-designated reds and white.”

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In recent blind tastings of more than 100 wines from British Columbia and its eastern counterpart Ontario, 40 per cent of the offerings earned outstanding ratings of 90 points or higher on Wine Spectator’s demanding 100-point scale. According to the author, this was “an impressive showing compared with our previous reviews of

Canadian wines, dating back to the 1990s” when only 20 per cent achieved the same accolades.

“Furthermore, ice wine,” the author wrote, “the sweet dessert wine made from frozen grapes, no longer dominates the top-scoring bottles.

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot and red blends are showing comparable success.”

As mentioned, one of the driving forces to this success is the designation of more “geographical indications (GIs)” and sub-GIs, which recognize the unique terroir of specific wine growing areas in BC. Provincial Minister of Agriculture Lana Popham explained what GI means in a 2018 statement, describing it as “a standard element of appellation systems around the world that help people identify wines in the marketplace, provide assurance as to the origin and quality of the wine, and promote agri-tourism.”

Under BC’s Wines of Marked Quality Regulation, any wine bearing the VQA symbol must contain grapes that were 100 per cent grown within the province. For wines bearing a GI designation, 95 per cent of the grapes must originate from within that area, while five per cent can come from elsewhere in the province.

GIs would be comparable to Italy’s DOCG or France’s AOC appellation programs. There are now nine main GIs in BC – Vancouver Island, Gulf Islands, Fraser Valley, Similkameen Valley, Okanagan Valley, Kootenay, Shuswap, Thompson Valley and Lillooet. These regions can cover a very broad geographical area and some, like the Okanagan Valley, can experience vast temperature and climate changes from one end to the other.

For that reason, producers have been pushing to have smaller, more defined pockets with unique growing conditions – microclimates, topography and soils – designated as sub-GIs. To date, there are four such areas with subGI recognition – Naramata Bench, Okanagan Falls, Skaha Bench and Golden Mile Bench – all within the Okanagan Valley. Applications are under consideration for the Cowichan Valley, a sub of Vancouver Island, and Golden Mile in general.

Many vintners have taken things a step further by producing single vineyard offerings or small lots that have stepped up overall quality and give BC wine enthusiasts a deeper “sense of place.” It is not unusual for individual vineyards to have unique soils and topography even within the same sub-GI.

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Thank you Cheers and Cal for such great service and making this tour so memorable and fun.”

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BC WINE COUNTRY - 2019 YEAR IN REVIEW Mother Nature doesn’t always smile on British Columbia’s grape wine producers and the 2019 vintage season was a prime example of that.

The year was one to test the mettle of producers right from the get go. Despite a mild and relatively dry January, February came in like a frigid Nor’easter. It got cold, real cold and the snow was unrelenting in the Southern Interior’s valleys. It was there that the vineyards most felt the effects, resulting in bud damage to many vines caused by the continual cold.

It stayed relatively cool into the spring but became quite hot and dry in late May and throughout June. With the late start in the growing, the onset of early heat meant the potential to catch up.

But it wouldn’t last. BC Wine Country vintners can usually count on July, August and September to be warm and dry. But 2019 was the exception. It was unseasonably cool in July and even BC’s arid interior was experiencing cloud cover and rain, which slowed down ripening and raised fears of rot and vineyard disease.

Things seemed to turn around in August, as it was dry throughout the month and the temperatures were moderately warm with no heat spikes, ideal for ripening grapes with no risk of sunburn or extreme heat damage. Some vintners called it the best August in more than a decade.

But September proved the most challenging. It was cool and rained almost constantly and when it wasn’t raining, it was overcast and gloomy. Character development and ripening all but stopped. There was vineyard grape rot reported throughout wine country and problems with wasps and birds attacking the fruit. Many wineries report that grape yields were down significantly.

The good news is the forest fire risk was low that year, so growers did not have to contend with that threat or deal with potential smoke taint. And the past three decades growers and winemakers have become adept at working with and around anything Mother Nature has to throw at them.

By all accounts, producers are pleased with what they pulled out of the vineyards and expect 2019 to be a very fine vintage despite all the challenges.

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SOME THINGS WE L VE If you’re looking for a great gift idea or keepsake from your visit to BC wine country that you can’t get anywhere else! We have found some things that we love and want to share with you.

WineGuard® www.wineguard.com There are a lot of very cool wine accessories out there - this one is a stand out! Protect your well deserved glass of wine from fruit flies and particles while letting your wine breathe.

Clay Art www.teripaul.ca Kelowna-based artist Teri Paul creates these gorgeous clay art bowls and platters that stand out on any table!

Join a Wine Club There are endelss benefits to joining a wine club Access to all sorts of VIP perks, deals and deliver to your door!

Big Bottles Large format bottles are all the rage right now!

Wines age more slowly in a larger bottle and there is nothing that looks more impressive at a dinner party than a big beautiful bottle of wine!

Gift Voucher When you just can’t decide, everyone loves a gift voucher.

Especially when it comes to all things wine realted!

Handcrafted Cutting Boards @sagebrushstudioinc Summerland artisan Craig Johnson designs and builds these amazing charcuterie boards, cutting boards, and blocks by hand. He also does custom work.

All items on this page are available at the BC VQA Wine information centre

British Columbia’s Original VQA Wine Store Over 900 BC VQA wines Complimentary tastings, Wine seminars Wine shipping service Books, gifts, wine accessories

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CACHE CREEK

LILLOOET

ASHCROFT

LOGAN LAKE SPENCES BRIDGE

Southern Interior: Lillooet, Thompson, Shuswap, Okanagan, Similkameen

LYTTON

DISTANCE & DRIVE TIMES DISTANCE CHART

EXPERIENCE TOURS CHEERS OKANAGAN TOURS LTD. 1302 Morgan Road Kelowna, BC V1X 1V8 Phone: (250) 717-8452 / Toll Free: 1-855-717-8452 www.cheersokanagantours.com Tour differently! There’s nothing ‘standard’ about touring with Cheers Okanagan Tours. Enjoy exceptional experiences, amazing people, authentic encounters, feeling welcome, lavished, and treated like royalty. See ad on page 5.

VALHALLA HELICOPTERS 1100 Stevens Road, West Kelowna / Phone: (250) 769-1486 www.valhallahelicopters.com This is a one-of-a-kind experience that combines a scenic helicopter tour around the Okanagan with stops at your choice of several participating wineries to enjoy the beverage that has made the valley so well-known. Touring the Okanagan wineries is so much more fun when you arrive in style! See ad on page 2.

SOUTHERN INTERIOR REGIONS (20” X 28”) Order online www.winetourhandbook.ca or email info@winetourhandbook.ca

OLIVER TOURISM 6431 Station Street, Oliver / Phone: (844) 896-3300 www.winecapitalofcanada.com SHUSWAP TOURISM 555 Harbourfront Drive NE, Salmon Arm Phone: (250) 833-5906 / info@shuswaptourism.ca www.shuswaptourism.ca / See ad on page 46, 47.

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TOURISM VERNON 3004 - 39th Avenue, Vernon Phone: (250) 542-1415 / Toll Free 1-800-665-0795 www.tourismvernon.com / See ad on page 44.

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171km MERRIT 2h 5min 109km 1h 13min 116km 1h 23min 166km 2h 6min 60.3km 45min 28.5km 22min 26.5km 26min 7.8km 9min 22km 21min 20.8km 13min 16.6km 13min 20.8km 19min 39.1km 29min 21.1km 16min 20.8km 17min 41km 27min 7.2km 8min 240km 2h 46min

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INFORMATION SERVICES

TOURISM KAMLOOPS 1290 West Trans-Canada Highway, Kamloops Phone: (250) 374-3377 / Toll Free 1-800-662-1994 www.tourismkamloops.com / See ad on page 52, 53.

DISTANCE DRIVE TIME

Lillooett to Kamloops Kamloops to Salmon Arm Kamloops to Vernon Kamloops to Kelowna Salmon Arm to Vernon Vernon to Lake Country Lake Country to Kelowna Kelowna to West Kelowna West Kelowna to Peachland Peachland to Summerland Summerland to Penticton Penticton to Okanagan Falls Okanagan Falls to Keremeos Okanagan Falls to Oliver Oliver to Osoyoos Osoyoos to Cawston Cawston to Keremeos Keremeos to Kamloops

CANADIAN WINE is primarily produced in British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia situated between 41˚ and 51˚ North. Canada is a “cool climate” region where winemakers celebrate diverse growing conditions ideal for crafting distinct wines which are amongst the best in the world.

PLEASE TOUR RESPONSIBLY

ARRANGE FOR A DESIGNATED DRIVER!

Black Swift Tender Hope

Burnt Timber

Time/Evolve Farm Gate Black Market

Montakarn

French Door

Scout

CANADA / USA BORDER

Bordertown

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OKANAGAN VALLEY

SOUTH OKANAGAN: Osoyoos & Oliver

Common varieties grown: Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc Average Daily High Temperature (July) – 30C Average Annual Rainfall – 250 mm / Average Hours of Sunshine – 2039 If big, juicy red wines are what you are after, then the Oliver-Osoyoos area is a must visit on your BC wine tour.

This is the most southerly region of the Okanagan Valley and features a lush landscape populated by vineyards and orchards as far as the eye can see. It is a veritable paradise of plenty when it comes to fruit and wine.

In the spring, every corner of this area comes alive with stunning blossoms, followed by the intense green foliage and eventually the vines and trees are heavy with the bounty of the season’s fruits.

It might surprise you that without human intervention little would grow here. The Oliver/Osoyoos area is in a desert belt – an extension of the Sonoran stretching up from Mexico. Cacti and rattlesnakes are more at home than fruit trees and vines.

Fertile ground for growing has been made possible by determined farmers using irrigation, which has given new life to the South Okanagan. The area’s extended days of heat and sunshine have made it possible to grow varieties not thought possible north of the U.S. border.

Oliver is known as the Wine Capital of Canada.

And while that is a self-designation by the municipality, the area comes by it honourably by being home to nearly half of British Columbia’s vineyards and wines.

Osoyoos is the southernmost point in the valley and located on the shores of the warmest lake in Canada. It’s a border town with easy access to the U.S. for those who want to make a quick trip stateside.

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SOUTH OKANAGAN:

The Lodge at Gallagher Lake

Osoyoos & Oliver

Gallagher Lake

Covert Farms Covert Place Secrest Hill Rd

Jackson Triggs Inniskillin

Pipe Dreams Hidden Chapel Pine Hill Rd

La Casa Bianca

Tucelnuit Dr River Stone Sqeezed Wines

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Tinhorn Creek; Miradoro Restaurant Intersection Gehringer Brothers Hester Creek Cassini Checkmate Culmina

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Tuc el-Nuit Lake Black Sage Rd Quinta Ferreira Le Vieux Pin French Door

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Oliver Twist Stoneboat Orchard Grove Rd Silver Sage Bartier Bros Here’s The Thing Miller Rd Church & State Phantom Creek Wild Rose St. Black Hills;Vineyard Kitchen Road 13 Platinum Bench C.C. Jentsch Rd 16 Burrowing Owl; Guest House; Sonora Room Rust Wine Co. Kismet; Masala Bistro Patio Desert Hills Castoro de Oro Spirit Ridge Resort; Maverick The Bear, The Fish, Gold Hill The Root and The Berry 148 Ave Osoyoos Larose Moon Curserl; La Stella Sonora Desert Hideout Guest House Blue Sky Desert Surfside Bordertown Casa Del Winery Mila Oro Resort Lakeside Cellars Accommodation Osoyoos Visitor’s Centre

OSOYOOS

Restaurant

Young & Wyse Lariana

CANADA USA

INFORMATION SERVICES

EXPERIENCE TOURS

OLIVER VISITOR CENTRE 6431 Station Street, Oliver / Phone: 778-439-2363 Toll-free: 1-844-896-3300 / www.winecapitalofcanada.com

CHEERS OKANAGAN TOURS LTD. See ad on page 5.

OSOYOOS VISITOR’S CENTRE 9912 BC 3, Osoyoos / Phone: (250) 495-5070 visit@destinationosoyoos.com / www.destinationosoyoos.com

Quality. It’s in our Wine.

Our cuisine. And our Welcome.

Wine Shop • Restaurant • Guest House 500 Burrowing Owl Place, Oliver, BC

1-877-498-0620

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BC WINERIES SOUTH OKANAGAN: Osoyoos & Oliver Young & Wyse Cellection Osoyoos 9503 12th Avenue, Osoyoos Adega on 45th Estate Winery 7311 45th Street, Osoyoos Phone: (250) 495-6243 www.adegaon45.com Blue Sky Estate Winery 11621 87th Street, Osoyoos Phone: (250) 495-1777 www.blueskywinery.ca Bordertown Vineyards & Estate Winery 9140 92nd Avenue, Osoyoos Phone: (250) 498-9976 www.bordertownwinery.com LAKESIDE CELLARS 5221 Lakeshore Drive, Osoyoos (Access Via HWY 3) Phone: (250) 535-0642 www.lakesidecellars.ca Discover our exceptional portfolio expressive of Canada’s cool climate desert terroir: vibrant, mouth-watering wine pairing perfectly with the sunseeking lifestyle of our small beach town.

See ad on page 14.

Lariana Cellars Estate Winery 8310 - 2nd Avenue, Osoyoos Phone: (250) 498-9259 www.larianacellars.com LaStella 8123 – 148th Avenue, Osoyoos Phone: (250) 495-8180 www.lastella.ca MOON CURSER VINEYARDS 3628 Hwy 3 East, Osoyoos Phone: (250) 495-5161 www.mooncurser.com gold@mooncurser.com Moon Curser Vineyards, named Best Performing Small Winery in Canada at the 2019 National Wine Awards, is a family-owned winery located on the East Bench of Osoyoos. It is known for its portfolio of award winning wines crafted from unusual (in Canada) grape varieties like Tempranillo, Tannat and the Italian Arneis, among others. See ad on page 13.

Nk’Mip Cellars 1400 Rancher Creek Road, Osoyoos Phone: (250) 495-2985 www.nkmipcellars.com Sonora Desert Winery 10238 - 160 Avenue, Osoyoos Phone: (250) 801-3001 www.sonoradesertwinery.ca

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We recommend that you call ahead or refer to winery websites to ensure that they are open at the time of your visit. Winery information may change throughout the course of the year.

Phone: (250) 495-3245 www.youngandwysewine.com

Oliver Bartier Bros. Vineyard & Winery 4821 Ryegrass Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 487-9667 www.bartierbros.com BLACK HILLS ESTATE WINERY 4190 Black Sage Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-0666 www.blackhillswinery.com Join us in our vineyard Tasting Room + Wine Shop and enjoy an exceptional experience. Indulge in an informative guided seated tasting of current releases with one of our knowledgeable and friendly Wine Evangelists. Admire the spectacular view and taste the terroir of the our beautiful Black Sage Bench.

Tasting Experiences are available daily from 10 am to 5 pm, from May to October and from 11 am to 4pm November to April. Reservations highly recommended.

GPS coordinates: 49.11007,-119.549184 See ad on page 18.

BURROWING OWL ESTATE WINERY 500 Burrowing Owl Place (off Black Sage Road), Oliver Phone: (250) 498-0620 Toll Free: 1-877-498-0620 www.burrowingowlwine.ca Wine Shop open year round for tastings and sales. Call ahead or check our website for reduced winter hours.

See ad on page 11 C.C. Jentsch Cellars 4522 Highway 97, Oliver Phone: (778) 439-2091 www.ccjentschcellars.com Cassini Cellars 4828 Hwy 97, Oliver Phone: (250) 485-4370 www.cassini.ca CASTORO DE ORO ESTATE WINERY 4004 BC-97, Oliver, BC V0H 1T1 www.facebook.com/CastorodeOro/ www.castorodeoro.com Family owned and operated winery.

Handcrafting, from grapes to glass, consistently award winning wines from 100% South Okanagan Valley, BC grown grapes since 2006.

Checkmate Artisanal Winery 4799 Wild Rose Street, Oliver Phone: (250) 707-2299 www.checkmatewinery.com Church & State Wines 4516 Ryegrass Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-2700 www.churchandstatewines.com Covert Farms Family Estate 300 Covert Pl, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-9463 www.covertfarms.ca CULMINA FAMILY ESTATE WINERY 4790 Wild Rose Street, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-0789 www.culmina.ca / info@culmina.ca New for 2020! Open each weekend from Friday to Sunday as of Valentine’s Day. Re-opening daily as of Easter. Hours: 105. Reservations recommended but not required. See ad on page 10.

DESERT HILLS ESTATE WINERY 4078 Black Sage Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-6664 www.deserthills.ca Taste why we have twice received the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in Wine making and sample our pioneering Syrah - Canada’s Best Red! Our wine shop offers our flight of wines 10am – 5:30pm April – October.

See ad on page 14.

Fairview Cellars 989 Cellar Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-2211 www.fairviewcellars.ca French Door Estate Winery 5462 Black Sage Rd. Oliver Phone: (250) 498-0735 www.frenchdoorwinery.com Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery 876 Road 8, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-3537 www.gehringerwines.ca Gold Hill Winery 3502 Fruitvale Way, Oliver Phone: (250) 495-8152 www.goldhillwinery.com Here’s The Thing Vineyards 4740 Black Sage Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-9712 www.heresthethingvineyards.com

Best Performing Small Winery in Canada 2019 WineAlign National Wine Awards of Canada

Osoyoos, BC | mooncurser.com | tasting room | wine club | guest house Moon Curser Vineyards is a family owned winery located on the East Bench of Osoyoos, a small South Okanagan border town known for its hot summers, lakeside fun and vineyards.

The Moon Curser name pays tribute to the gold smuggling history of Osoyoos.

Its wines, however, show no such respect for tradition – the winery is known for growing unusual noble red varieties such as Tempranillo, Tannat and Touriga Nacional along with intriguing whites like the Italian Arneis alongside Roussanne and Marsanne from the Rhone region of France.

The vines have thrived in Osoyoos and continue to deliver unique, world-class interpretations of these traditional wines.

In 2019 Moon Curser Vineyards was named Best Performing Small Winery in Canada.

MOON CURSER VINEYARDS Website: mooncurser.com Twitter: @mooncurser Instagram: @mooncurservineyards Facebook: Moon Curser Vineyards Email: gold@mooncurser.com 3628 Hwy 3 East Osoyoos, BC V0H 1V6 T: 250.495.5161 Open April 1 – October 31, 10 – 5 daily Please call for winter hours.

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Phantom Creek Estates 4315 Black Sage Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-8367 www.phantomcreekestates.com

Hester Creek Estate Winery 877 Road 8, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-4435 www.hestercreek.com Hidden Chapel Winery 482 Pinehill Road, Oliver Phone: 250-490-6000 www.hiddenchapelwinery.com Inniskillin Okanagan 7857 Tucelnuit Drive, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-4500 www.inniskillin.com Intersection Winery 450 Road 8, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-4054 www.xwine.ca Jackson-Triggs Okanagan 7857 Tucelnuit Drive, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-4500 www.jacksontriggswinery.com

PIPE DREAMS VINEYARD AND ESTATE WINERY 168 Sportsmens Bowl Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 485-4192 www.pipedreamswinery.com Pipe Dreams represents the fulfillment of chances taken, and working against the grain to achieve the impossible. This boutique winery offers you a taste of unique and rarely grown grapes in the Okanagan, including Kerner, Zweigelt, Gamay and Grüner Veltliner.

See ad on page 12.

KISMET ESTATE WINERY 316 Road 20, Oliver Phone: (250) 495-4462 www.kismetestatewinery.com Enjoy award-winning wines paired with exotic flavours at the Indian Masala Bistro Patio. Book a stay at the Heritage Guest House with a private vineyard and lake view for the ultimate destination experience. Tasting room is open daily, 10am-6pm, from April-October. Wine tours available by appointment.

La Casa Bianca Winery 7249 Hwy 97, Oliver Phone: (250) 689-2790 www.lacasabianca.ca Le Vieux Pin Winery 5496 Black Sage Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-8388 www.levieuxpin.ca Maverick Estate Winery 3974 Highway 97, Oliver Phone: (778) 437-3133 www.maverickwine.ca Okanagan Hills Estate Winery Corp 3658 Fruitvale Way, Oliver www.ohwinery.com Not open to the public Oliver Twist Estate Winery 398 Lupine Lane, Oliver, Phone: (250) 485-0227 www.olivertwistwinery.com Osoyoos Larose Estate Winery 38691 Hwy 97 North, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-4981 www.osoyooslarose.com Not open to the public

Platinum Bench Estate Winery 4120 Black Sage Road, Oliver, Phone: (250) 535-1165 www.platinumbench.com Quinta Ferreira Estate Winery 6094 Black Sage Road, Oliver, Phone: (250) 498-4756 www.quintaferreira.com Red Horses Vineyard 365 Zinfandel Avenue, Oliver Phone: (250) 689-0332 www.redhorsesvineyard.ca River Stone Estate Winery 143 Buchanan Drive, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-0043 www.riverstoneestatewinery.ca Road 13 Vineyards 799 Ponderosa Road, Road 13, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-8330 www.Road13Vineyards.com Rust Wine Co. 4444 Golden Mile Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-3276 www.rustwine.com Second Chapter Wine Co. 510 Tinhorn Creek Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 486-5524 www.scwines.ca Silver Sage Winery 4852 Ryegrass Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-0310 www.silversagewinery.com Squeezed Wines 7229 Tuc-el-Nuit Drive, Oliver Phone: (250) 485-4309 www.squeezedwines.ca Stoneboat Vineyards 356 Orchard Grove Lane, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-2226 www.stoneboatvineyards.com

Family Owned. Family Operated.

4078 Black Sage Road, Oliver B.C. (250) 498-4571 info@deserthills.ca

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TINHORN CREEK VINEYARDS 537 Tinhorn Creek Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-3743 Toll Free: 888-484-6467 www.tinhorn.com Tinhorn Creek offers an unrivalled visitor experience. Sample exquisite estategrown wines at the tasting bar. Soak up wine country at the award-winning Miradoro restaurant with its panoramic views. Open seven days a week, Tinhorn Creek was the first winery in Canada to be certified as carbon neutral.

See ad on pages 17.

VINAMITÉ CELLARS 5381 Highway 97, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-2234 www.vinamitecellars.com vinAmité: Harmony, family and friends, a meeting of minds, good times. From grape to bottle our winery is devoted to traditional French Varietals made by the Coulombe family in a blend of Old and New World approaches in Oliver BC. See ad on page 15.

Winemaker’s CUT Phone: (778) 931-0577 www.winemakerscut.ca Not open to the public

CIDERIES Faustino Estate Cidery 14000 - 97th Street, Osoyoos Phone: (250) 498-9907 www.faustinoestatecidery.ca Howling Moon Cider House 7952 Highway 97, Oliver Phone: (778) 439-2373 www.howlingmoon.ca Orchard Hill Estate Cidery 3480 Fruitvale Way, Oliver www.orchardhillcidery.com

WHERE TO STAY CASA DEL MILA ORO RESORT 5401 Lakeshore Drive, Osoyoos Phone: (250) 495-2373 www.casadelmilaororesort.com orparentals@gmail.com Luxury lake front resort featuring 2 bedroom condos and 3 bedroom townhouses with patios or balconies. Pool, hot tub, private beach, boat moorage, conference room, spa and free WIFI. WHERE TO STAY - continued on page 16

Welcome to our easy and relaxed vinAmité Wine Lounge just south of Oliver on highway 97 for a tasting offered from our three white wines and five reds. If you wish, choose your favourites, order a glass and enjoy the view from the patio overlooking our vineyard.

We’re a small family winery so we make a point of making wines that reflect our history of wine experience to share with you. Despite our size, we offer you a wide selection of wines, including a portstyle wine. (That’s why we say ‘small is the new big.’)

Join our private wine club to ensure your wines are delivered door-todoor whenever you order by email and become part of the family with newsletters, inside news on new releases, gifts and first-in-line service throughout the year.

TOURING NOTES Wine #1 :: ________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ Wine #2 :: ________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ Unique Feature of the Winery :: _________________________

Our shop also has a number of hidden treasures like saucisson sec, a dry sausage infused with our wines and made and aged locally along with other tasty choices you won’t find elsewhere.

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From our family to your family!

Come visit us and stay a while!

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VINAMITÉ CELLARS 5381 Highway 97, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-2234 www.vinamitecellars.com

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WHERE TO STAY

WHERE TO EAT

DESERT SURFSIDE WATERFRONT ACCOMMODATIONS 7310 Main Street, Osoyoos / Phone: (250)495-2228 Toll free: 1-877-495-2228 / www.surfside-osoyoos.com Our waterfront suites provide the perfect setting for sipping wine while overlooking Osoyoos Lake and surrounding wine country. Guided wine tours and packages available.

THE BEAR, THE FISH, THE ROOT AND THE BERRY 1200 Rancher Creek Road, Osoyoos Phone: (250) 495-4660 / www.spiritridge.hyatt.com Savour true to the indigenous inspired cuisine at The Bear, the Fish, the Root and the Berry, and discover for yourself the natural landscapes and delicious food and wine that make Spirit Ridge Resort a true wellnesscentered oasis. See ad on page 16.

THE GUEST HOUSE at Burrowing Owl Estate Winery 500 Burrowing Owl Place, Oliver 1-877-498-0620 / www.burrowingowlwine.ca Nestled in our 140-acre vineyard, just steps away from the Wine Shop and Sonora Room Restaurant, the Guest House at Burrowing Owl is the perfect place to reconnect, retreat and rejuvenate. See ad on page 11.

THE HIDEOUT GUEST HOUSE at Moon Curser Vineyards. See ad on page 13.

3628 Hwy 3 East, Osoyoos / Phone: (250) 495-5161 www.mooncurser.com / gold@mooncurser.com A luxury 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom suite located at this Osoyoos East Bench winery, with fantastic views and large deck overlooking the vineyards and Osoyoos Lake.

THE LODGE AT GALLAGHER LAKE 8331 highway 97, Oliver / Phone: (250) 498-2119 www.thelodgeatgallagherlake.com The Lodge at Gallagher Lake is a relaxing retreat located just north of the town of Oliver, the wine capital of Canada, in Canada’s only recognized desert.

The Lodge sits on a spring-fed lake and private sandy beach. Truly a hidden Gem. SPIRIT RIDGE RESORT 1200 Rancher Creek Road, Osoyoos Phone: (250) 495-5445 / www.spiritridge.hyatt.com A true resort getaway in Canada’s only desert. Join us at our all-suite resort, and discover for yourself the natural landscapes and delicious food and wine that make Spirit Ridge Resort a true wellness-centered oasis. See ad on page 16.

MASALA BISTRO PATIO at Kismet Estate Winery 316 Road 20, Oliver / Phone: (250) 495-4462 www.kismetestatewinery.com Enjoy award-winning wines paired with exotic flavours at the Indian Masala Bistro Patio. Book a stay at the Heritage Guest House with a private vineyard and lake view for the ultimate destination experience.

Tasting room is open daily, 10am-6pm, from April-October. Wine tours available by appointment. Bistro hours of operation, 11am-7pm.

MIRADORO RESTAURANT 537 Tinhorn Creek Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-3742 / www.tinhorn.com/restaurant This is modern wine country cuisine. Our food pays homage to the bounty of the Okanagan, using the culinary traditions of the Mediterranean as our inspiration. We believe that there’s nothing better than simply but well-prepared ingredients from our local fields, forests and ocean.

Reservations are recommended. See ad on pages 17.

SONORA ROOM RESTAURANT at Burrowing Owl Estate Winery 500 Burrowing Owl Place, Oliver (off Black Sage Road) Phone: (250) 498-0620 / Toll Free: 1-877-498-0620 www.burrowingowlwine.ca Open February - December. Fine cuisine paired with award winning wines in a beautiful vineyard setting. See ad on page 11.

VINEYARD KITCHEN at Black Hills Estate Winery 4190 Black Sage Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-0666 / www.blackhillswinery.com Relax with lunch on the patio from mid-June to mid-October. Enjoy a selection of freshly made pizzas or charcuterie plates while tasting through a portfolio of Black Hills wines. Join us in July and August for Sunset Happy Hour with our in-house DJ creating a lively vineyard lounge vibe. For reservations visit www.blackhillswinery.com.

See ad on page 18.

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TINHORN CREEK VINEYARDS Tinhorn Creek offers an unrivalled visitor experience. Sample exquisite estate-grown wines at the tasting bar.

Soak up wine country at the awardwinning Miradoro restaurant with its panoramic views. Open seven days a week, Tinhorn Creek was the first winery in Canada to be certified as carbon neutral.

MIRADORO RESTAURANT This is modern wine country cuisine.

Our food pays homage to the bounty of the Okanagan, using the culinary traditions of the Mediterranean as our inspiration. We believe that there’s nothing better than simply but wellprepared ingredients from our local fields, forests and ocean. Reservations recommended.

TINHORN CREEK VINEYARDS 537 Tinhorn Creek Road Oliver BC V0H 1T0 Phone: 250-498-3743 Toll Free: 888-484-6467 www.tinhorn.com MIRADORO RESTAURANT 537 Tinhorn Creek Road Oliver BC V0H 1T0 Phone: 250-498-3742 www.tinhorn.com/restaurant

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For details and reservations, please contact

(250) 498-0666 or visit

www.blackhillswinery.com Black Hills Estate Winery, 4190 Black Sage Road, Oliver, BC V0H 1T1

Join us in our vineyard Tasting Room + Wine Shop and enjoy an exceptional experience. Indulge in an informative guided seated tasting of current releases with one of our knowledgeable and friendly Wine Evangelists. Admire the spectacular view and taste the terroir of the our beautiful Black Sage Bench.

Tasting Experiences are available daily from 10 am to 5 pm, from May to October and from 11 am to 4pm November to April. Reservations highly recommended. GPS coordinates: 49.11007,-119.549184 Relax with lunch on the patio from midJune to mid-October. Enjoy a selection of freshly made pizzas or charcuterie plates while tasting through a portfolio of Black Hills wines. Join us in July and August for Sunset Happy Hour with our in-house DJ creating a lively vineyard lounge vibe.

Open Daily 10 AM to 6 PM May through October 11 AM to 5 PM November through April.

Visit our website for seasonal events details.

BLACK HILLS ESTATE WINERY 4190 Black Sage Road, Oliver Phone: (250) 498-0666 www.blackhillswinery.com

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OKANAGAN VALLEY

SOUTH OKANAGAN: Okanagan Falls & Kaleden

Common varieties grown: Riesling, Pinot Noir, Gewurztraminer Average Daily High Temperature July – 29C Average Annual Rainfall – 297 mm / Average Hours of Sunshine – 1925

The unassuming communities of Okanagan Falls and Kaleden located south of Penticton are part of an impressive wine growing hub.

In 2018, Okanagan Falls became one of only four recognized Sub-Geographical Indications in BC under a system that recognizes smaller, more defined pockets with unique grape growing terroirs. It’s a designation to be fiercely proud of.

The first winery opened in 1986 and since, about a dozen wineries have established themselves along the region’s winding roads.

Most of them are members of the Okanagan Falls Skaha Winery Association, at which Okanagan Falls is the centre, stretching north along the east bench of Skaha Lake, across the water to Kaleden and south over the hills of Vaseux Lake.

The association describes this area as a “unique climatic zone known as a semi-arid steppe, the finale stage of a desert area that extends up from the United States. Along with that comes long warm days and cool nights that retain the acidity in the grapes and helps shape their distinctive character and flavours.”

Many of the wineries have embraced this unique terroir to craft products with individual signatures to critical acclaim. You’ll find organic, biodynamic, rustic and sophisticated wines made here.

The Okanagan Falls and Kaleden area harkens back to a simpler way of living. You won’t find any big box stores here, but if you’re in need of some retail therapy, you’ll be delighted by the eclectic mix of antique stores and craft shops, plus a flea market.

The “falls” themselves don’t actually exist.

Originally, twin falls fell from where Skaha Lake empties into the river, however, in the 1950s a series of dams to control flooding were built, reducing the falls into a series of rapids.

Nonetheless, the area is a huge draw for nature lovers as a large selection of wildlife lives in the area, with many unique desert flora and fauna for naturalists to explore. A bird sanctuary is situated at Vaseux Lake just south of the town, complete with an interpretive centre.

WHERE TO EAT LIQUIDITY BISTRO 4720 Allendale Road, Okanagan Falls / Phone: (778) 515-5500 ext 1 / www.liquiditywines.com/Bistro Open March-October. Sustainable, seasonal, artful food. Our food is respectful to our amazing local ingredients and farmers. Our menu will be ever changing to allow us to use the freshest most seasonal ingredients. Join us in our stunning restaurant or on our incredible patio that boasts one of the best views in the Okanagan. Ask about our multi course Chef’s Tasting Menu.

See ad on page 21.

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Kraze Legz

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Echo Bay

Okanagan Falls & Kaleden Winery

Restaurant

Synchromesh Mayer Family Wild Goose LiquidityWines Liquidity Bistro Stags Hollow Montakarn Bonamici Noble Ridge BC Wine Studio Blue Mountain

PLEASE TOUR RESPONSIBLY

ARRANGE FOR A DESIGNATED DRIVER!

EXPERIENCE TOURS CHEERS OKANAGAN TOURS LTD. See ad on page 5.

See Ya Later Ranch

Nighthawk

BC WINERIES

We recommend that you call ahead or refer to winery websites to ensure that they are open at the time of your visit. Winery information may change throughout the course of the year.

SOUTH OKANAGAN: Okanagan Falls & Kaleden Okanagan Falls BC Wine Studio 2434 Oliver Ranch Road, Okanagan Falls Phone: (250) 497-8778 www.bcwinestudio.ca by appointment only BlackDog Cellars 385 Matheson Road, Okanagan Falls Phone: (250) 497-5991 www.blackdogcellars.ca Blasted Church 378 Parsons Road, Okanagan Falls phone: (250) 497-1125 www.blastedchurch.com Blue Mountain Vineyard & Cellars 2385 Allendale Road, Okanagan Falls Phone: (250) 497-8244 www.bluemountainwinery.com Bonamici Cellars 2385 Rolling Hills Road, Okanagan Falls Phone: (604) 868-2356 www.bonamicicellars.com Echo Bay Vineyard 224 Eastside Road, Okanagan Falls Phone: (250) 490-6228 www.echobayvineyard.ca by appointment only 20

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LIQUIDITY WINES 4720 Allendale Road, Okanagan Falls Phone: (778) 515-5500 www.liquiditywines.com Treat your senses to a visit to our stateof-the-art winery, bistro and gallery.

Sample award-winning wines while surrounded by great modern art. Enjoy delicious, locally sourced meals indoors or on our beautiful patio, alongside an infinity water feature.

See ad on page 21.

Meyer Family Vineyards 4287 McLean Creek Road, Okanagan Falls phone: (250) 497-8553 www.MFVwines.com Montakarn Winery 2356 Rolling Hills Road, Okanagan Falls Phone: (250) 498-7709 www.montakarn.ca Nighthawk Vineyards 2735 Green Lake Road, Okanagan Falls Phone: (250) 497-8874 www.nighthawkvineyards.com Noble Ridge Vineyard and Winery 2320 Oliver Ranch Road, Okanagan Falls Phone: (250) 497-7945 www.nobleridge.com

See Ya Later Ranch 2575 Green Lake Road, Okanagan Falls Phone: (250) 497-8267 www.sylranch.com Stag’s Hollow Winery & Vineyard 2237 Sun Valley Way, Okanagan Falls Phone: (250) 497-6162 www.stagshollowwinery.com Synchromesh Wines Inc. 4220 McLean Creek Road, Okanagan Falls Phone: (250) 535-1558 www.synchromeshwines.ca Wild Goose Vineyards & Winery 2145 Sun Valley Way, Okanagan Falls Phone: (250) 497-8919 www.wildgoosewinery.com

Kaleden Black Market Wine Company 198 Spruce Avenue, Kaleden PHone: (778) 515-3311 www.blackmarketwine.ca Kraze Legz Vineyard & Winery 141 Fir Avenue, Kaleden Phone: (250) 497-6957 www.krazelegz.com

THE ART OF WINE TOURING NOTES Treat your senses to a visit to our state-ofthe-art winery, bistro and gallery. Sample award-winning wines while surrounded by Wine #1 :: _______________________________________ great modern art. Enjoy delicious, locally sourced meals indoors or on our beautiful _______________________________________________ patio, alongside an infinity water feature.

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WINERY Liquidity wines are estate grown and hand harvested. We use sustainable and _______________________________________________ time-tested viticultural practices to provide the finest growing environment for our _______________________________________________ vines. The proof is in every glass of awardWine #2 :: _______________________________________ winning Liquidity wine we produce.

BISTRO Open March-October.

Sustainable, seasonal, artful food. Our food is respectful to our amazing local ingredients and farmers. Our menu will be ever changing to allow us to use the freshest most seasonal ingredients. Join us in our stunning restaurant or on our incredible patio that boasts one of the best views in the Okanagan. Ask about our multi course Chef ’s Tasting Menu.

_______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Unique Feature of the Winery :: _____________________ _______________________________________________

ART GALLERY Our ever-evolving art _______________________________________________ installations are in the bistro, tasting room, premium lounge and throughout the _______________________________________________ grounds.

(778) 515-5500 In the Heart of Wine Country™ 4720 Allendale Road, Okanagan Falls, BC V0H 1R2 www.liquiditywines.com www.liquiditywines.com/Bistro Social @liquiditywines @liquiditybistro

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SIMILKAMEEN VALLEY

Cawston & Keremeos

Common varieties grown: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Chardonnay Robin Ridge St. Lazlo

Average Daily High Temperature July – 29C Average Annual Rainfall – 256 mm Average Hours of Sunshine – 2600

Corcelettes Clos Du Soleil Hugging Tree

Rustic Roots Little Farm Winery

Orofino Crowsnest Eau Vivre

Seven Stones

Vanessa

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PLEASE TOUR RESPONSIBLY

ARRANGE FOR A DESIGNATED DRIVER!

EXPERIENCE TOURS Liber Farm & Winery Forbidden Fruit

Step out of the south Okanagan Valley region for a moment and head west into the Similkameen Valley.

You won’t be disappointed.

The Similkameen Valley is considered the Organic Capital of Canada and consists of small vineyards, orchards and farms set among rolling grasslands and rugged mountains.

Situated on the banks of the Similkameen River, which breathes life into the otherwise arid terrain, it’s rich in a pioneering spirit and still thrives on ranches and farms throughout the area. There’s also a mining history and hopeful prospectors continue to be drawn to the river’s edge to pan for gold.

The Similkameen Valley is described by the local tourism association as “off the beaten path, eclectic, out there and edgy.” It is certainly worth a visit.

The area enjoys a dry, breezy climate that helps keeps farmland free of pests, rot and mildew which is the main reason it is suitable for organic growing.

Along with its organic reputation, the region is also considered to be the Fruit Stand Capital, but is increasingly being recognized as a

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CHEERS OKANAGAN TOURS LTD. See ad on page 5.

growing wine region in its own right, with 15plus wineries producing both grape and fruit products in the bottle. Most are concentrated in the Keremeos-Cawston area. They’ll make you think twice about what is possible with the region’s bounty.

The Similkameen boasts scores of accessible fishing lakes along with the remote backcountry terrain of Cathedral Provincial Park, a major attraction to adventure seekers looking for unparalleled experiences and breathtaking views. History buffs will be drawn to the old frontier-like atmosphere and landscape.

BC WINERIES

SIMILKAMEEN VALLEY: Cawston & Keremeos

We recommend that you call ahead or refer to winery websites to ensure that they are open at the time of your visit. Winery information may change throughout the course of the year.

Scout Vineyard 761 Highway 3, Cawston www.scoutvineyard.com

Cawston Crowsnest Vineyards 2035 Surprise Drive, Cawston Phone: (250) 499-5129 www.crowsnestvineyards.com

Seven Stones Winery 1143 Highway 3, Cawston Phone: (250) 499-2144 www.sevenstones.ca

Eau Vivre Winery & Vineyards 716 Lowe Drive, Cawston Phone: (250) 499-2655 www.EauVivreWinery.ca

VANESSA VINEYARD ESTATE WINERY INC. 1090 Highway 3, Cawston Phone: (250) 499-8811 www.vanessavineyard.com Located in the Similkameen Valley, one of the finest vineyard regions in Canada, Vanessa Vineyard produces wine true to the heritage of its terroir.

See ads on page 2 and 22.

Forbidden Fruit Winery 620 Sumac Road. Cawston Phone: (250) 499-2649 www.forbiddenfruitwine.com Liber Farm & Winery 156 Sumac Road, Cawston Phone: (250) 499-5305 www.liberfarm.com

Keremeos

Little Farm Winery 2155 Newton Road, Cawston www.littlefarmwinery.ca Not open to the public

CLOS DU SOLEIL 2568 Upper Bench Road, Keremeos Phone: (250) 499-2831 wine@closdusoleil.ca www.closdusoleil.ca Clos du Soleil, a boutique winery in the Similkameen Valley, specializes in terroirdriven wines from Bordeaux varieties.

The wines are elegant, classic, complex and age-worthy. See ad on page 23.

Orofino Vineyards 2152 Barcelo Road, Cawston Phone: (250) 499-0068 www.orofinovineyards.com Rustic Roots 2238 Hwy 3, Cawston Phone: (250) 499-2754 www.rusticrootswinery.com

CORCELET TES ESTATE WINERY 2582 Upper Bench Road, Keremeos Phone: (250) 499-5595 www.corceletteswine.ca Corcelettes one of Canada’s Top 10 wineries, located in the pristine Similkameen Valley, 25 minutes south of Penticton. We grow exceptional, small lot wines. See ad on page 23.

Hugging Tree Winery 2505 Upper Bench Road, Keremeos Phone: (250) 499-2201 www.huggingtreewinery.com Robin Ridge Winery 2686 Middle Bench Road, Keremeos Phone: (250) 499-5504 www.robinridgewinery.com St. Laszlo Vineyards 2605 Hwy. 3, Keremeos Phone: (250) 499-2856

CIDERY Twisted Hills Craft Cider 2080 Ritchie Drive, Cawston Phone: (250) 488-4256 www.twistedhills.ca

OLD WORLD ELEGANCE NEW WORLD EDGE Taste award-winning wines from Clos du Soleil Winery

Buy from our online store: closdusoleil.ca Tasting Room: 2568 Upper Bench Rd, Keremeos, BC 250-499-2831 / wine@closdusoleil.ca

Please call or email for up-to-date hours and information. @closdusoleil

@closdusoleilwinery

PASSION. PRECISION. PURPOSE. Get a taste of it!

Top 10 Canadian Wineries 2019 10:30-5:30 (250) 499-5595

Open: Phone:

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SOUTH OKANAGAN: Penticton & Naramata

Common varieties grown: Riesling, Pinot Noir, Gewurztraminer, Cabernet Franc Average Daily High Temperature July – 29C Average Annual Rainfall – 299 mm / Average Hours of Sunshine – 1923

The wine growing regions of Penticton and Naramata tick all the boxes for travellers seeking the convenience of an urban setting with the tranquility of rural life.

Adventure travellers will appreciate that they’re only minutes from Skaha Bluffs, a climber’s paradise that has garnered international recognition.

Penticton is city with a small-town feel and is ideally situated between Okanagan and Skaha Lakes, offering up stretches of sandy shoreline and crystal waters. There’s a river channel that winds through the heart of the city and visitors can leisurely float the entire length on tubes and other floatation devices, an activity that has been listed in the book titled, The Great Canadian Bucket List.

Just short drive through the city and around the north side of Okanagan Lake and you’ll find yourself on the Naramata Bench, a pastoral vineyard nirvana with stunning water views.

The City of Penticton is renowned for its festivals and special events including the Fest of Ale, Peachfest, Pentastic Hot Jazz Festival, Elvis Festival and the Ironman Triathalon.

Signature events for the Okanagan Fall Wine Festival are also held here.

Life, vine and wine flow in harmony

AWARD WINNING WINES 18404 Bathville Road Summerland Open (250) daily 494-8422 May thru October 1-877-494-8424 250 Upper Bench Road South, Penticton BC www.kettlevalleyrail.org 250-493-3625 / fourshadowsvineyard.com 24

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Here is where you’ll find one of the highest concentrations of wineries in the Okanagan Valley, bearing a unique terroir that has been recognized as one of four Sub-Geographical Indications The Naramata Bench is a great option for destination day trips and if you don’t mind the occasional hill climb, this is a sensational spot for a winery cycle tour.

‘This Naramata winery ranks among the elite’ Eric Degerman.

Editor Wine Press NW

TOURING NOTES Wine #1 :: _______________________________________ _______________________________________________

The LA FRENZ experience

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Relax, stay awhile and enjoy the stunning view overlooking our spectacular “Rattlesnake Vineyard” and Lake Okanagan. Experience some of Canada’s most awarded wines with one of our fun, hospitable wine experts with either a sit down or a more casual bar tasting. Learn about our passion for growing premium grapes on our 5 estate vineyards and our classic wine styles. Select some of your favorites to bring home or have them shipped direct to your door.

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Open daily April-October 10.30am to 5.30pm.

Unique Feature of the Winery :: _____________________

Reservations for groups of 8 or more are recommended.

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LA FRENZ Winery 1525 Randolph Road Penticton BC V2A 8T5 Ph: 250-492-6690 www.lafrenzwinery.com

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Local cheeses and bites. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Designated BC VQA parking in front of the store.

Play Estate See ad on page 7.

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CHEERS OKANAGAN TOURS LTD. See ad on page 5.

VALHALLA HELICOPTERS See ad on page 2.

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Lake Breeze Vineyards is a family owned hidden gem on the Naramata Bench that has been producing award winning wines since 1995. Located 12 kilometers North of Penticton along Okanagan Lake, we produce Okanagan classics such as Pinot Gris, Merlot, and Pinot Noir. Unique varietals such as Ehrenfelser, Pinotage, and our signature Pinot Blanc have secured us a spot among the essential wineries to visit for both red and white award winning wines. In 2018, our estate grown Pinot Noir was awarded the Lieutenant Governor’s Wine of the Year.

At Lake Breeze you can pause, relax, and savour the breathtaking views of the Okanagan Valley while indulging in a memorable wine shop tasting followed by a wine country lunch at the Patio Restaurant. Chef Mark Ashton’s menu is inspired by fresh ingredients from the surrounding region to create a soulful, casual fine dining experience.

LAKE BREEZE VINEYARDS 930 Sammet Road, Naramata, BC (250) 496-5659 www.lakebreeze.ca info@lakebreeze.ca Tasting Room Hours: May - October: Daily 10:00 - 5:30 Patio Restaurant Hours: May - October: Daily 11:30 - 3:30 MACINTYRE HERITAGE RESERVE July - August: Friday - Sunday 12:00 - 4:00 www.macintyrewine.com sales@macintyrewine.com

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PHOTOS (L to R) Wines of British Columbia; Destination BC/Joann Pai; Destination BC/Kari Medig; Destination BC/Andrew Strain.

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SOUTH OKANAGAN: Penticton & Naramata PENTICTON BENCH 1775 WINERY 1775 Naramata Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 490-4965 info@bench1775.com www.bench1775.com Named after the address of our winery, 1775 Naramata Road, along the beautiful Naramata Road, Bench 1775 Winery is a celebration of land and place.

See ads on page 2 and 31.

Black Widow Winery 1630 Naramata Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 487-2347 www.blackwidowwinery.com Crescent Hill Winery 205 Spruce Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 492-7842 www.crescenthillwinery.com D’Angelo Estate Winery 979 Lochore Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 493-1364 www.dangelowinery.com Da Silva Vineyards and Winery 375 Upper Bench Road North, Penticton Toll Free: 1-800-851-0903 www.dasilvavineyards.com Evolve Cellars 361 Martin Street, Penticton Phone: (236) 422-2556 www.evolvecellars.com FOUR SHADOWS VINEYARD & WINERY 250 Upper Bench Road South, Penticton Phone: (250) 493-3625 www.fourshadowsvineyard.com Inspired by their 4 sons, Four Shadows Vineyard & Winery is family owned and operated. All of their wines are crafted from estate grown grapes only. Find award winning wines in this quaint boutique winery at the beginning of the Naramata Bench. Open daily from May thru October. See ad on page 24.

Hillside Winery 1350 Naramata Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 493-6274 www.hillsidewinery.ca HOWLING BLUFF ESTATE WINERY 1086 Three Mile Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 490-3640 www.howlingbluff.ca A family-owned single vineyard estate producing remarkable award winning wines on the Naramata Bench. Taste, sip and savour our wines, visit our tasting room & shop May to October.

See ad on page 24.

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We recommend that you call ahead or refer to winery websites to ensure that they are open at the time of your visit. Winery information may change throughout the course of the year.

Kanazawa Wines 1465 McMillan Avenue, Penticton Phone: (250) 486-7424 www.kanazawawines.com

Poplar Grove Winery 425 Middle Bench Road North, Penticton Phone: (250) 493-9463 www.poplargrove.ca

LA FRENZ ESTATE WINERY LTD. 1525 Randolph Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 492-6690 www.lafrenzwinery.com info@lafrenzwinery.com Visit LA FRENZ, located on the beautiful Naramata Bench, and enjoy the stunning view overlooking our “Rattlesnake Vineyard” and Lake Okanagan. Experience some of Canada’s most awarded wines with one of our fun, hospitable wine experts with either a sit down or more casual bar tasting. Open daily from April through October. See ad on page 25.

RED ROOSTER WINERY 891 Naramata Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 492-2424 www.redroosterwinery.com This summer we hope to offer seated tasting flights of four reserve wines, enhanced by a light menu of locallysourced small bites. Please see website for current operations. See ad on page 29.

Laughing Stock Vineyards 1548 Naramata Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 493-8466 www.laughingstock.ca by appointment only Little Engine Wines 851 Naramata Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 493-0033 www.littleenginewines.com Lock & Worth Winery 1060 Poplar Grove Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 492-4575 www.lockandworth.com Monster Vineyards 1010 Tupper Avenue, Penticton Phone: (250) 493-9463 www.monstervineyards.com Moraine Estate Winery 1865 Naramata Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 460-1836 www.morainewinery.com Origin Wines 1278 Riddle Rd, Penticton Phone: (250) 328-2158 www.originwines.ca Painted Rock Estate Winery 400 Smythe Drive, Penticton phone: (250) 493-6809 www.paintedrock.ca Pentâge Winery 4551 Valleyview Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 493-4008 www.pentage.com Perseus Winery 134 Lower Bench Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 490-8829 www.perseuswinery.com Play Estate Winery 507 Skaha Hills Drive, Penticton Phone: (236) 422-2675 www.playwinery.com

ROCHE WINES 60 Upper Bench Road South, Penticton Phone: (236) 422-2722 www.rterroir.ca Deep roots in French tradition nourish our shared passion for soils, vines and wine. Dedicated to natural, artisanal farming and winemaking, we strive to reveal the intimate relation of wine and terroir.

Ruby Blues Winery 917 Narmata Road, Penticton Phone: (250) 276-5311 www.rubyblueswinery.ca Singletree Winery 1435 Naramata Rd, Penticton www.singletreewinery.com Terravista Vineyards 1853 Sutherland Road, Penticton Phone: (778) 476-6011 www.terravistavineyards.com Three Sisters Winery 1250 Munson Avenue, Penticton Phone: (236) 422-2296 www.3sisterswinery.com Tightrope Winery 1050 Fleet Road, Penticton Phone: (778) 476-7673 www.tightropewinery.ca Time Winery 361 Martin St, Penticton Phone: (236) 422-2556 www.timewinery.com Township 7 Vineyards & Winery 1450 McMillan Avenue, Penticton Phone: (250) 770-1743 www.township7.com UPPER BENCH WINERY & CREAMERY 170 Upper Bench Road South, Penticton Phone: (250) 770-1733 www.upperbench.ca Our boutique, family run winery is on the Naramata Bench in Penticton. Taste award-winning wines, paired with our own hand-crafted cheese. Stay for pizza, cheese platters and more at The Oven (19+ only).

Welcome to Red Rooster ABOVE ALL, WE MAKE GREAT WINE. Located high above Okanagan Lake, our winery is located among the rolling hills of Naramata Bench Road. Here we have the most inspiring views you could possibly imagine. Which is probably why we tend to look at things a little differently.

Our engaging and, at times, offbeat approach gives a certain proud flair to everything we do. Not surprisingly, our wines consistently receive top honours at major wine competitions around the world. Not to mention, the 6 Lieutenant Governor’s Award of Excellence under our belts.

Enjoy a seated tasting flight of four reserve wines; in the summer, enhance your patio tasting with a light menu of locally-sourced small bites.

RED ROOSTER WINERY 891 Naramata Rd, Penticton, BC V2A 8T5 Phone: (250) 492-2424 redroosterwinery.com

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NARAMATA 1 Mill Road Vineyard www.1millroad.ca Not open to the public Bella Wines Ltd. 4320 Gulch Road, Naramata Phone: (778) 996-1829 www.bellawines.ca Coolshanagh Vineyard Phone: (250) 809-4695 www.coolshanagh.ca Daydreamer Wines Inc. 1305 Smethurst Road, Naramata Phone: (778) 514-0026 www.daydreamerwines.ca Deep Roots Winery 884 Tillar Road, Naramata Phone: (250) 460-2390 www.DeepRootsWinery.com Elephant Island Orchard Wines 2730 Aikens Loop, Naramata Phone: (250) 496-5522 www.elephantislandwine.com Foxtrot Vineyards 1201 Gawne Road, Naramata Phone: (250) 496-5082 www.foxtrotwine.com JoieFarm Winery 2825 Naramata Road, Naramata Phone: (250) 496-0093 www.joiefarm.com

Kettle Valley Winery 2988 Hayman Road, Naramata Phone: (250) 496-5898 www.kettlevalleywinery.com

Marichel Vineyard and Winery 1016 Littlejohn Road, Naramata Phone: 250 496-4133 www.marichel.ca

LAKE BREEZE VINEYARDS 930 Sammet Road, Naramata Phone: (250) 496-5659 www.lakebreeze.ca Join us to experience our wide range of award winning wines, our tasting room staff will lead you through an unforgettable and comprehensive tasting. Tasting room hours: May – October 10:00-5:30 daily See ad on page 27.

Mocojo Vineyard 1202 Gawne Road, Naramata Phone: (250) 496 - 4063 www.mocojowines.com

Lang Vineyards 2493 Gammon Road, Naramata Phone: (778) 514-5598 www.langvineyards.ca MACINTYRE HERITAGE RESERVE at Lake Breeze Vineyards 930 Sammet Road, Naramata Phone: (250) 496-5659 www.macintyrewine.com A bold and prideful celebration, honouring those who have walked before us, MacIntyre wines encapsulate our ultimate effort to produce the very finest Naramata Bench Wines. Bar None.

Tasting room hours: July – August: Friday - Sunday 12:00 – 4:00.

See ad on page 27.

Nichol Vineyard 1285 Smethurst Road, Naramata Phone: (250) 496-5962 www.nicholvineyard.com Serendipity Estate Winery 990 Lower Debeck Road, Naramata Phone: (250) 486-5290 www.serendipitywinery.com Therapy Vineyards & Inn 940 Debeck Road, Naramata Phone: (250) 496-5217 www.TherapyVineyards.com Van Westen Vineyards 2800A Aikins Loop, Naramata Phone: (250) 496-0067 www.vanwestenvineyards.com

CIDERY Creek & Gully Cider 1053 Poplar Grove Road, Penticton Phone: (778) 476-0332 www.creekandgully.com

WHERE TO EAT THE PATIO RESTAURANT at Lake Breeze Vineyards 930 Sammet Road, Naramata / Phone: (250) 496-5659 / www.lakebreeze.ca Join us on the Patio and enjoy an unforgettable dining experience set amongst the picturesque backdrop of the Naramata Bench.

Chef Mark Ashton’s seasonally inspired dishes are paired with our award winning wines.

Patio hours: May – October 11:30 – 3:30 daily. See ad on page 27.

WHERE TO STAY HOSTELLING INTERNATIONAL PENTICTON 464 Ellis Street, Penticton / Phone: (250) 492-3992 / Toll Free: 1-866-782-9736 penticton@hihostels.ca / www.hihostels.ca/penticton Starting from just $30.00/night, guests can expect a relaxed, home-away-from-home feel when staying at HI Penticton. Our staff know how to add those special touches to those visiting the land of peaches, great wines and beaches.

SANDY BEACH LODGE & RESORT 4275 Mill Road, Naramata / Phone: 250-496-5765 / Toll Free: 1-866-496-5765 / www.sandybeachresort.com An ideal Okanagan waterfront resort, in the heart of Naramata Bench Wine Country. This 4-star rated resort provides the perfect setting for family holidays, weekend getaways & group functions. See ad on page 30.

Okanagan’s Heritage Railway sandybeachresort.com | 250 496 5765

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18404 Bathville Road, Summerland (250) 494-8422 / 1-877-494-8424 www.kettlevalleyrail.org

TOP 8 WINERIES IN CANADA TOP 4 WINERIES IN BC - 2018 National Wine Awards of Canada

TOURING NOTES “At Bench 1775, one of the best winery patios in the world is a must stop for a glass of Glow Rosé.” Anthony Gismondi, The Vancouver Sun July 5, 2014 With carefully crafted, award-winning wines, a lively atmosphere, astounding views and seasonal food offerings, Bench 1775 is a top-rated winery in BC and Canada. Located in the center of the Naramata Bench, it is an obvious choice for those seeking a venue for weddings and private functions. In our wine shop, our friendly staff will taste you through the hidden gems of our portfolio. Our happily situated patio overlooks the BEST view in the Okanagan, with live music and lots of sunshine. Please feel free to ask about our wine club membership and its benefits. The tasting room has varied hours depending on the season, email wineshop@bench1775.com to find out our hours during your visit.

BENCH 1775 WINERY 1775 Naramata Road, Penticton, BC V2A 8T8 (250) 490-4965 info@bench1775.com www.bench1775.com

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Common varieties grown: Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Noir Average Daily High Temperature (July) – 27C Average Annual Rainfall – 307 mm / Average Hours of Sunshine – 2057 The communities of Peachland and artery, while others are dotted along the hilly landscape. Enthusiasts will be Summerland don’t just have enticing names, Fitzpatrick their locations are pretty dreamy as well. especially drawn to the “Bottleneck Drive” in Summerland, a meandering path leading Both communities are set along the shores SUMMERLAND of stunning Okanagan Lake between Kelowna visitors to 18 quaint wineries, three cideries, a and Penticton with picturesque rolling distillery and even a brewery. There is literally something for everyone no matter what your mountains in the backdrop. poison. And they are all closely grouped, As their names suggest, they are tranquil making a cycle tour an appealing option. retreats bathed yearly in ample sunshine.

Both offer clean waterfront access to beaches, This area offers a truly grassroots feel and marine parks and docks as well as walking, artistic vibe. Expect to be entertained by local hiking and biking trails. And if that isn’t musicians, and enjoy the works of artists and enough to draw visitors, let’s talk about the crafters. This is an area rich in creativity. hospitality and the wines.

It’s also a foodie’s paradise, with local Here, wine lovers will find unique pockets producers and restaurateurs embracing the of eclectic wineries, some located right concept of the 100-mile diet – regional cuisine off Highway 97, which serves as the main that promotes local, seasonal ingredients.

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EXPERIENCE TOURS CHEERS OKANAGAN TOURS LTD. See ad on page 5.

VALHALLA HELICOPTERS See ad on page 2.

BC WINERIES

We recommend that you call ahead or refer to winery websites to ensure that they are open at the time of your visit. Winery information may change throughout the course of the year.

SOUTH OKANAGAN: Summerland & Peachland SUMMERLAND

Savard Wines 25200 Callan Road, Summerland Phone: (250) 494- 1926 www.savardvines.ca

8th Generation Vineyard 6807 Hwy 97, Summerland Phone: (250) 494-1783 www.8thgeneration.com Back Door Winery 9752 Jones Flat Road, Summerland Phone: (250) 800-1199 www.backdoorwinery.com Dirty Laundry Vineyards 7311 Fiske Street, Summerland Phone: (250) 494-8815 www.dirtylaundry.ca Estate Thurn 5214 Monro Avenue, Summerland Phone: (250) 809-2077 www.bodega1117.com Giant Head Winery 4307 Gartrell Road, Summerland Phone: (250) 460-0749 www.giantheadwinery.com Heaven’s Gate Estate Winery 8001 Happy Valley Road, Summerland Phone: (778) 516-5505 www.heavensgatewinery.ca Lightning Rock Winery 6611 Giants Head Road, Summerland Phone: (250) 488-7052 www.lightningrockwinery.com by appointment only Lunessence Winery & Vineyard 5716 Gartrell Road, Summerland Phone: (778) 516-3131 www.lunessencewinery.com Okanagan Crush Pad Winery 16576 Fosbery Road, Summerland Phone: (250) 494-4445 www.okanagancrushpad.com Sage Hills Vineyard 18555 Matsu Drive, Summerland Phone: (250) 276-4344 www.sagehillswine.com

Saxon Estate Winery 9819 Lumsden Avenue, Summerland Phone: (250) 494-0311 www.saxonwinery.com Silk Scarf Winery 4917 Gartrell Road, Summerland Phone: (250) 494-7455 www.silkscarf-winery.com Sleeping Giant Fruit Winery 6206 Canyon View Road, Summerland Phone: (250) 494-0377 www.sleepinggiantfruitwinery.ca Sumac Ridge Estate Winery 17403 Hwy 97, Summerland Phone: (250) 494-0451 www.sumacridge.com SummerGate Winery 11612 Morrow Avenue, Summerland Phone: (250) 583-9973 www.summergate.ca Summerland Estate Winery 21606 Bridgeman Road, Summerland Phone: (250) 494-9323 www.summerlandestatewinery.com TH Wines 1-9576 Cedar Avenue, Summerland Phone: (250) 494-8334 www.thwines.com Thornhaven Estates Winery 6816 Andrew Avenue, Summerland Phone: (250) 494-7778 www.thornhaven.com

PEACHLAND Fitzpatrick Family Vineyards 697 Hwy 97 South, Peachland Phone: (250) 767-2768 www.fitzwine.com HAINLE VINEYARDS ESTATE WINERY 5355 Trepanier Bench Road, Peachland Phone: (250) 767-2525 www.hainle.com Highest rated winery in Canada. Globally rated top 1% for 5 consecutive years.

Visit us to sample some of Canada’s best.

See ad on page 33.

CIDERIES Dominion Cider Co. 10216 Gould Avenue, Summerland Phone: (778) 516-8006 www.dominioncider.com Millionaires’ Row Cider Co. 14113 Dale Meadows Road, Summerland Phone: (778) 381-6015 www.millionairesrowcider.com Nomad Handcrafted Cider 8011 Simpson Road, Summerland Phone: (250) 469-6601 www.nomadcider.ca Summerland Heritage Cider Company 3113 Johnson Street, Summerland Phone: (778) 738-1155 www.summerlandcider.com

EXPERIENCE TOURS KETTLE VALLEY STEAM RAILWAY 18404 Bathville Road, Summerland Phone: (250) 494-8422 / Toll Free: 1-877-494-8424 / www.kettlevalleyrail.org Okanagan’s Heritage Railway. Enjoy the rural beauty of Summerland on the Kettle Valley Steam Railway powered by the majestic 107 year old steam locomotive “the 3716”. See ad on page 30.

The okanagan’s most historic winery

Authentic European Winery

• The 1st certified organic winery in Canada • Traditionally handcrafted without any chemicals or additives • 1st icewine producer in North America • Rated top 1% on Vivino • Open April to November daily from 11am - 5pm (By appointment only from December - March)

Hainle Vineyards Estate Winery

5355 Trepanier Bench Rd., Peachland, BC V0H 1X2 Phone: 250-767-2525 | sales@hainle.com | www.hainle.com

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CENTRAL OKANAGAN: West Kelowna, Kelowna and Lake Country

Common varieties grown: Riesling, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Chardonnay Average Daily High Temperature July – 26-28C Average Annual Rainfall – 347 mm / Average Hours of Sunshine – 1949

In the January 2020 issue of Forbes magazine, travel writer Fiona Tapp had high praise for the Central Okanagan as a destination for both enthusiasts and newbies to the world of wine.

She described the area as ideally suited to growing grapes due to the sunshine, arid terrain and expansive lakes. She used terms like “unpretentious” and “friendly” when referring to some of the areas producers, which would appeal to those who enjoy wine but don’t know that much about it.

Indeed this could have a lot to do with the Central Okanagan’s humble start in the wine industry.

Father Charles Pandosy first planted grapes in the area in 1859, which were dedicated simply for the making of sacramental wine for his tiny parish and grown on questionable vineyards at the Oblate Mission in Kelowna.

What was produced served its purpose. But nobody expected the wines to set the world on fire. Yet somehow they managed to lead to a wine-growing revolution in BC that nobody saw coming for at least another 100 years.

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Today the Central Okanagan is the major urban hub of the Okanagan Valley. Kelowna is the largest interior city with a population of just over 130,000. But there is still a thriving agricultural community and winemaking is at its heart.

As far as destinations go, the Central Okanagan has a lot to offer. The City of Kelowna and the City of West Kelowna are separated by William Bennett Bridge at the narrowest point of Okanagan Lake. There is the convenience of an urban setting for all those who crave the city life. Yet the area teems with scenic wonders offered up by an expansive waterfront and surrounding mountains and forests. A short drive north of the City of Kelowna is Lake Country. The area is very scenic with gorgeous lakes and mountains, and there are terrific little pockets of wineries producing highly-acclaimed wines for all palates.

The central region is home to a growing number of wineries, ranging in size from tiny cottage-style to larger world-class venues that are still intimate by most standards.

Many have on-site restaurants that are acclaimed for their cuisine.

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Holiday Park RV and Condo Resort

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CHEERS OKANAGAN TOURS LTD. See ad on page 5.

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House of Rose

McCulloch Rd

The View Frequency Wards Cider Meadow Vista Spearhead Priest Creek

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Naggin Doubt

Lakeshore Rd

Summerhill Summerhill Organic Bistro Chute Lake Rd

St. Hubertus Martin’s Lane CedarCreek; Home Block Burnt Timber Scorched Earth

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BC WINERIES

We recommend that you call ahead or refer to winery websites to ensure that they are open at the time of your visit. Winery information may change throughout the course of the year.

CENTRAL OKANAGAN: West Kelowna, Kelowna and Lake Country WEST KELOWNA BEAUMONT FAMILY ESTATE WINERY (EST 1995) 2775 Boucherie Road, West Kelowna Phone: (250) 769-1222 info@beaumontwinery.com www.beaumontwinery.com Come see our lush 100% organic vineyards. Experience great wines and good times at the winery. Kid, pet and bike friendly. Only 8 minutes to Kelowna.

Located on the New-Westside Wine Trail.

Blackswift Winery www.blackswiftvineyards.com Ciao Bella Winery 3252 Glencoe Road, West Kelowna Phone: (778) 754-3443 www.ciaobellawinery.com Frind Estate Winery 3725 Boucherie Road, West Kelowna Phone: (778) 754-1118 www.frindwinery.com Grizzli Winery 2550 Boucherie Road, West Kelowna Phone: (250) 769-6789 www.grizzliwinery.com The Hatch 3225 Boucherie Road, West Kelowna Phone: (778) 755-6013 www.thehatchwines.com INDIGENOUS WORLD WINERY 2218 Horizon Drive East, West Kelowna Phone: (250) 769-2824 www.indigenousworldwinery.com BC’s only 100% Indigenous-owned winery blends traditional Syilx culture with modern style. Visit the wine shop to take in spectacular views of Okanagan Lake while tasting award-winning wines.

Kalala Organic Estate Winery 3361 Glencoe Road, West Kelowna Phone: (250) 768-9700 www.kalalawines.ca Little Straw Vineyards 2815 Ourtoland Road, West Kelowna Phone: (250) 769-0404 www.littlestraw.bc.ca

Mission Hill Family Estate 1730 Mission Hill Road, West Kelowna Phone: (250) 768-6448 www.missionhillwinery.com Mt. Boucherie Winery 829 Douglas Road, West Kelowna Phone: (250) 769-8803 www.mtboucheriewinery.com Niche Wine Company 1901 Bartley Road, West Kelowna Phone: (778) 741-0114 www.nichewinecompany.com Off the Grid Organic Winery 3623 Glencoe Road, West Kelowna Phone: (250) 878-0110 www.offthegridorganicwinery.com Quails’ Gate Winery 3303 Boucherie Road, West Kelowna Phone: 250-769-4451 www.quailsgate.com Rollingdale Winery 2306 Hayman Road, West Kelowna Phone: (250) 769-9224 www.rollingdale.ca Tender Hope 350-1405 Stevens Road, West Kelowna Phone: (613) 983-2556 www.tenderhopewinery.com Volcanic Hills Estate Winery 2845 Boucherie Road, West Kelowna Phone: (778) 755-5550 www.volcanichillswinery.com

KELOWNA ANCIENT HILL ESTATE WINERY 4918 Anderson Road, Kelowna, BC V1X 7V7 Phone: (250) 491 2766 www.ancienthillwinery.com European style winery with panoramic views of the valley. Wine shop and picnic area. Located directly across from the Airport, in beautiful, rural Ellison.

Burnt Timber Estate Winery Phone: (250) 609-1814 www.burnttimberestatewinery.ca by appointment only

Just look for the Red Shoe 1-2287 Ward Road, Kelowna (250) 860-0742 theviewwinery.com (Home of Wards Cider)

OPEN DAILY

please visit our website for hours of operation

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Calona Vineyards www.andrewpeller.com/cascadia.php Camelot Vineyards 3489 East Kelowna Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 862-8873 www.camelotvineyards.ca CEDARCREEK ESTATE WINERY 5445 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna Phone: (778) 738-1020 www.cedarcreek.bc.ca 2019 InterVin Winery of the Year. Open year-round for tastings of our bright, expressive north Okanagan wines and a full-service restaurant, Home Block at CedarCreek. See ad on page 37.

Frequency Wine & Sound Winery 3210 Gulley Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 868-3737 www.frequencywinery.ca HOUSE OF ROSE WINERY 2270 Garner Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 765-0802 Toll free: 1-877-765-0802 www.houseofrose.ca The Real Deal – quaint and family owned since 1993. Producing smooth, fruit forward, vegan wines from dry to sweet.

Complimentary tastings, self-guided tours, fabulous events.

See ad on page 2.

Kitsch Wines 3330 Neid Road, Kelowna Phone: (778) 821-1955 www.kitschwines.ca Martin’s Lane Winery 5437 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 707-2263 www.martinslanewinery.com Not open to the public Mirabel Vineyards www.mirabelvineyards.com Not open to the public Nagging Doubt Winery 4513 Sallows Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 764-0610 www.naggingdoubt.com by appointment only Priest Creek Family Estate Winery 2555 Saucier Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 862-1010 www.priestcreekwinery,com Ricco Bambino 101 - 1630 Pandosy Street, Kelowna Phone: (236) 420-2203 www.riccobambino.com Sandhill Winery 1125 Richter Street, Kelowna Phone: (250) 979-4211 www.sandhillwines.ca Scorched Earth Winery 6006 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 717-7994 www.scorchedearthwinery.ca by appointment only

LAKESHORE

WINE ROUTE

sperlingvineyards.com sperlingvineyards

Come spend the day with us!

tantalus.ca tanta luswine

summerhill.bc.ca summerhillwine

st-hubertus.bc.ca sthubertuswine

Tastings, tours and dining, all only a short, scenic drive from downtown Kelowna. cedarcreek.bc.ca

www.lakeshorewineries.ca

CEDARCREEK ESTATE WINERY 2019 InterVin Winery of the Year. Deepen your appreciation for bright, expressive north Okanagan wines at our brand-new tasting room and year-round restaurant, Home Block at CedarCreek. Certified Organic since harvest 2019.

SPERLING VINEYARDS has been four generations in the making. The high elevation slopes & mineral rich soils on the east benches of Kelowna come to life via our old vines & carefully crafted wines.

Certified Organic since 2017.

lakeshorewines

cedarcreekwine

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ST. HUBERTUS & OAK BAY ESTATE WINERY Located along beautiful lake Okanagan the historic 80 acre Gebert family vineyard (transition to organic) grows world class Riesling and Pinot Noir wines. Experience this laid-back estate winery minutes from downtown Kelowna. Sorry no groups over 6 guests.

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SUMMERHILL PYRAMID WINERY Wines made organically and biodynamically with love, aged in a pyramid built with sacred geometry and aligned to the stars. The portfolio of organic wines has garnered Summerhill Pyramid Winery international acclaim, including being named ‘Canadian Wine Producer of the Year’ by the IWSC in London, England.

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TANTALUS VINEYARDS is focused on crafting wines of exceptional quality that express the unique terroir of their historic, old vineyard. Enjoy stunning lake and vineyard views while tasting wine in BC’s first LEED-certified winery.

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Spearhead Winery 3950 Spiers Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 763-7777 www.spearheadwinery.com SPERLING VINEYARDS 1405 Pioneer Road, Kelowna Phone: (778) 478-0260 www.sperlingvineyards.com Sperling Vineyards has been four generations in the making. The high elevation slopes & mineral rich soils on the east benches of Kelowna come to life via our old vines & carefully crafted Organic wines.

Please visit www.sperlingvineyards.com for hours of operation.

See ad on page 37.

ST. HUBERTUS & OAK BAY ESTATE WINERY 5205 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 764-7888 Toll Free: 1-800-989-WINE www.st-hubertus.bc.ca Located along beautiful lake Okanagan the historic 80 acre Gebert family vineyard (transition to organic) grows world class Riesling and Pinot Noir wines. Experience this laid-back estate winery minutes from downtown Kelowna.

Sorry no groups over 6 guests. See ad on page 37.

SUMMERHILL PYRAMID WINERY 4870 Chute Lake Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 764-8000 Toll Free: 1-800-667-3538 www.summerhill.bc.ca Summerhill’s wines are deliciously natural and authentic. Starting with organic and biodynamic grapes, the juice is cared for with love to become beautiful award-winning wine.

See ad on page 37.

TANTALUS VINEYARDS 1670 Dehart Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 764-0078 www.tantalus.ca Spectacular lake views, an historic vineyard and our state-of-the-art LEED winery makes visiting at Tantalus a oneof-a-kind experience. Enjoy sampling our premium wines in our gallery-style tasting bar surrounded by works from highly acclaimed Canadian artists.

HOURS: Please visit www.tantalus.ca for seasonal hours. See ad on page 37.

The Vibrant Vine Winery 3240 Pooley Road, Kelowna Phone: (778) 478-4153 www.thevibrantvine.com

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THE VIEW WINERY #1-2287 Ward Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 860-0742 www.theviewwinery.com The View Winery and Wards Cider, nestled amid rolling orchards and vines, minutes from downtown Kelowna. Just look for the Red Shoe! Open daily; please visit our website for hours of operation.

See ad on page 36.

LAKE COUNTRY 50th Parallel Estate 17101 Terrace View Road, Lake Country Phone: (250) 766-3408 www.50thparallel.com ARROWLEAF CELLARS 1574 Camp Road, Lake Country Phone: (250) 766 2992 www.arrowleafcellars.com Learn about Arrowleaf wines in our contemporary tasting room, then relax on the patio or picnic grounds with charcuterie and house-made desserts.

See ad on page 38.

Blind Tiger Vineyards 11014 Bond Road, Lake Country Phone: (250) 766-0622 www.blindtigervineyards.ca Ex Nihilo 1525 Camp Rd., Lake Country Phone: (250) 766-5522 www.exnihilovineyards.com Gray Monk Estate Winery 1055 Camp Road, Lake Country Phone: (250) 766-3168 www.graymonk.com Intrigue Wines 2291 Goldie Rd, Lake Country Phone: (250) 980-3233 www.intriguewines.ca O’ROURKE’S PEAK CELLARS 2290 Goldie Road, Lake Country Phone: (250) 766-9922 www.orourkespeakcellars.com Experience Lake Country’s newest winery and culinary destination. Panoramic views paired with exciting wines and delicious plates featuring ingredients from our vineyard-side garden.

See ad on page 39.

MEADERIES Meadow Vista Honey Wines 3975 June Springs Road, SE Kelowna Phone: (250) 862-2337 www.meadowvista.ca

CIDERIES BC Tree Fruits Cider Company 880 Vaughan Avenue, Kelowna Phone: (250) 979-2629 www.bctreefruitscider.com Scenic Road Cider Co. 770 Packinghouse Road, Kelowna Phone: (250) 868-7625 www.scenicroadcider.com Soma Craft Cidery 4485 Sallows Road, South East Kelowna Phone: (250) 764-2148 www.somacidery.com Truck ‘59 Ciderhouse 3887 Brown Road, West Kelowna Phone: (778) 754-1551 www.truck59cider.com Upside Cider 2555 Gale Road, Kelowna Phone: (778)760-9347 www.upsidecider.com WARDS CIDER #1-2287 Ward Road, Kelowna Phone: (250)860-0742 www.wardscider.com The View Winery and Wards Cider, nestled amid rolling orchards and vines, minutes from downtown Kelowna. Just look for the Red Shoe! Open daily; please visit our website for hours of operation.

See ad on page 36.

DISTILLERIES OKANAGAN SPIRITS CRAFT DISTILLERY 267 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna Phone: (778) 484-5174 www.okanaganspirits.com kelowna@okanaganspirits.com The Province’s original craft distillery, Okanagan Spirits invites you to visit their downtown Kelowna distillery and experience firsthand the art of craft distilling. On-site they produce award winning products that include Whisky, Gin, Vodka, Liqueurs, Aquavit and Absinthe. Tours and tastings available all year round, or relax and enjoy a cocktail at their Barrel Room patio and lounge.

See ad on page 43.

Urban Distilleries 1979 Old Okanagan Highway, West Kelowna, BC, V4T 3A4 Phone: (778) 478-0939 www.urbandistilleries.ca

O’Rourke’s Peak Cellars

orourkespeakcellars.com

Open daily from 12:00

TOURING NOTES O’Rourke’s Peak Cellars, 100% Lake Country, 100% Estate Grown.

Passionate winemakers Nikki Callaway & Stephanie Stanley are dedicated to expressing the unique terroir by making outstanding wines. A stunning portfolio including Pinot Gris, Riesling, Rose, Gewürztraminer, Chardonnay & Pinot Noir.

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Our Garden Bistro menu starts with our estate grown wines that inspire the dishes utilizing seasonal vegetables from our ½ acre garden. Chef, Frederic Czapek and his team are taking ‘fresh’ a step further.

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Tasting Room and Garden Bistro are open year round. Daily tours of our garden and vineyard are offered May to September. Private bookings for an Inner Circle Experience are offered year round and include a tour, seated portfolio tasting and a cheese and charcuterie platter.

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O’ROURKE’S PEAK CELLARS 2290 Goldie Road, Lake Country Phone: (250) 766-9922 www.orourkespeakcellars.com

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WHERE TO EAT ARROWLEAF CELLARS 1574 Camp Road, Lake Country / Phone: (250) 766-2992 / www.arrowleafcellars.com Learn about Arrowleaf wines in our contemporary tasting room, then relax on the patio or picnic grounds with charcuterie and housemade desserts. See ad on page 38.

HOME BLOCK at CedarCreek Estate Winery 5445 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna / Phone: (250) 980-4663 / www.cedarcreek.bc.a Home Block has simplicity at its heart, we celebrate homemade ingredients and seasonal produce whenever possible. We feature small plates, family style and individual entrees. Please visit www.cedarcreek.bc.ca for our seasonal hours of operation.

See ad on page 37.

THE GRILL AT BLACK MOUNTAIN 575 Black Mountain Drive, Kelowna / Phone: (778) 753-1890 / www.blackmountaingolf.ca/dining/ Huge patio and a pub-style atmosphere, outstanding food and friendly service. Awesome burgers, the best beef dip in town, 6 popular salads and much more!

O’ROURKE’S PEAK CELLARS 2290 Goldie Road, Lake Country / Phone: (250) 766-9922 / www.orourkespeakcellars.com Experience Lake Country’s newest winery and culinary destination. Panoramic views paired with exciting wines and delicious plates featuring ingredients from our vineyard-side garden. See ad on page 39.

SUMMERHILL ORGANIC BISTRO at Summerhill Pyramid Winery 4870 Chute Lake Road, Kelowna / Phone: (250) 764-8000 / www.summerhill.bc.ca Featuring seasonal wine paired cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere, we draw from the bounty of regional organic farmers, including an onsite, half-acre, biodynamic vegetable patch. See ad on page 37.

WHERE TO STAY HOLIDAY PARK RV & CONDO RESORT 415 Commonwealth Road, Kelowna / Phone: 250-766-4255 / Reservations: 1-800-752-9678 / www.sweetlife.com Open year round, a 67 acre destination RV & Condo resort centrally located just minutes from Kelowna. Enjoy numerous on-site amenities, activities, member discounts and seasonal specials.

SPA SERVICES

REAL ESTATE

BEYOND WRAPTURE DAY SPA Coast Capri Hotel - Kelowna Phone: 1-866-548-8899 www.beyondwrapture.com Choose a delightful adventure in pampering at Beyond Wrapture Day Spa! We guarantee you will leave feeling refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to welcome your world!

See ad on page 40.

MCKINLEY BEACH 3354 McKinley Beach Drive, Kelowna Phone: (250) 980-5555 www.mckinleybeach.ca Situated within 872 acres of natural Okanagan landscape, McKinley Beach is Kelowna’s premier lakefront community.

See ad on page 41.

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toll free:

Check our Webpage for specials!

www.beyondwrapture.com

WHERE TO GOLF Get your chip and sip on.... we have compiled a list of golf courses located in and around BC Wine country to help plan your activity schedule. Book your t-time in advance and look for golf packages through tour operators and hotels.

Aprés Golf: You will find that most golf course restaurants carry an excellent selection of BC wines. Plan a wine tasting or two at a nearby winey to cap off the day!

SOUTH OKANAGAN

NORTH OKANAGAN

Fairview Mountain Golf Club Nk Mip Canyon Desert Golf Course Osoyoos Golf Course Sonora Dunes Golf Course

Predator Ridge Resort The Rise Golf Club Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club Vernon Golf & Country Club

CENTRAL OKANAGAN

SHUSWAP

BLACK MOUNTAIN GOLF CLUB 575 Black Mountain Drive, Kelowna Phone: (250) 765-6890 www.blackmountaingolf.ca 2018 PGA of BC Golf Facility of the Year. 18-holes worth of breathtaking Okanagan landscape and a signature island green. “Exceptional, Memorable and Affordable Golf.”

Hyde Mountain Salmon Arm Golf Club Shuswap Lake Estates Golf & Country Club Shuswap National Talking Rock

Gallagher’s Canyon The Harvest Kelowna Golf & Country Club Kelowna Springs Golf Course Okanagan Golf Club (Quail and Bear) Shadow Ridge Golf Club Shannon Lake Golf Course Sunset Ranch Golf and Country Club Tower Ranch Golf Course Two Eagles Golf Course & Academy

THOMPSON Big Horn Golf & Country Club The Dunes at Kamloops Eaglepoint Golf Resort Kamloops Golf & Country Club Rivershore Golf Links Sunpeaks Golf Course & Country Club Talking Rock Golf Tobiano Golf Course

KOOTENAY ROCKIES Balfour Golf Course Castlegar Golf Club Christina Lake golf Club

Creston Golf Club Granite Pointe Golf Course Kokanee Springs Golf Resort Redstone Golf Resort Rossland-Trail Golf Course

VANCOUVER COAST & MOUNTAINS Big Sky Golf Club Chateau Whistler Golf Club Furry Creek Golf & Country Club Mayfair Lakes G&CC Morgan Creek Golf Course Nicklaus North Golf Course Northview G&CC Westwood Plateau G&CC Whistler Golf Course

VANCOUVER ISLAND Arbutus Ridge Bear Mountain Resort Crown Isle Resort Fairwinds Golf Club Highland Pacific Golf Course Olympic View Golf Club Pheasant Glen Golf Resort Storey Creek The Valley Course Victoria Golf Club

KELOWNA’S ONLY LAKEFRONT COMMUNITY

Visit Our Show Home 3354 McKinley Beach Dr

LEARN MORE AT MCKINLEYBEACH.CA OR CALL 250-980-5555

LAKEVIEW LOTS FOR CUSTOM HOMES Starting at $275,000

This is not an offering for sale. Such an offering can only be made with a disclosure statement. E. & O.E.

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OKANAGAN VALLEY

NORTH OKANAGAN: Vernon, Armstrong, Enderby & Grinrod

Common Grape Varieties: Riesling, Pinot Noir, Ortega, Pinot Gris, Siegerrebe Average Daily High Temperature (July) - 26C Average Annual Rainfall - 333 mm / Average Hours of Sunshine - 2026

While the South Okanagan can serve up blistering heat in the summer, visitors to the North Okanagan will appreciate a more tempered climate while still offering up long, blissful days of sunshine.

The area is very scenic with gorgeous lakes, mountains, woodlands and grasslands.

There is a small collection of producers making ciders, meads and grape wines around the Vernon, Enderby, Armstrong area.

Vernon itself is a small city with a strong sense of community. It offers great shopping and dining experiences, as well as nightlife and entertainment.

1-844-854-0490

swanlakecastle.com

OUR GOAL IS TO MAKE OUR GUESTS FEEL AT HOME! Complimentary Hot & Cold Breakfast / Complimentary Wi-Fi Heated Outdoor Seasonal Swimming Pool & Year Round Hot Tub Fitness Centre / Business Centre Kiosks / Pup Friendly (Designed Suites) Coin Laundry Facilities / Breath-taking Courtyard & Lake Views

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One dazzling attraction in the North Okanagan is Kalamalka Lake, a large body of water on south side of Vernon, stretching down to Lake Country, where calcium carbonate deposits form sparkling crystals that reflect sunlight, creating breathtaking blue colours in the water from deep navy to vivid aquamarine.

There are sandy beaches and stunning rock faces plus a 2,420-acre provincial park. It’s paradise for anyone who appreciates nature.

The North Okanagan is home to Silver Star Mountain Resort, which beckons with an allseason playground and offers wine-centred events at different intervals during the year.

BC's Original Farm-to-Flask Distillery BOTH DISTILLERIES OPEN YEAR ROUND FOR TOURS & TASTINGS www.okanaganspirits.com 5204 24th Street, Vernon / 250.549.3120 267 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna / 778.484.5174

Whisky, Gin, Vodka, Liqueurs, Brandies, Absinthe Western Canada’s Original Farm-toFlask craft distillery invites you to come and experience the exceptional.

TOURING NOTES

Specializing in small batch production, visitors are encouraged to visit either of their elegant distilling operations for a uniquely Okanagan tour and tasting.

For a decade and a half, the distillery has been producing World-Class spirits and liqueurs made from 100% BC grains and fruit. With a portfolio of over 30 handcrafted alcohols, spanning Whisky, Gin, Vodka, Liqueurs, Fruit Brandies, Aquavit and Absinthe; there truly is something for everyone.

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Okanagan Sprits is recognized as a WorldClass Distillery, and has twice been awarded “Distillery of the Year,” by the World Spirits Organization in Klagenfurt Austria, and prides itself in truly celebrating the local terroir in everything it creates. Visiting either distillery is an experience not to be missed while visiting the Okanagan Valley. To view a short video presentation, log on to our website or contact the distillery directly for further details.

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GRINROD

NORTH OKANAGAN:

Baccata Ridge

Vernon, Armstrong, Enderby & Grinrod

Waterside Vineyard & Winery

Ovino

ENDERBY

Edge of the Earth

ARMSTRONG 48th Ave

Okanagan Spirits

Silver Star Rd

BX Rd

43rd Ave

Pleasant Valley Rd Planet Bee Honey Farm Tourism Vernon & Honeymoon Meadery Bella Vista Rd 27 St 25th Ave Winery Accommodation Restaurant

Kalamalka Lake Rd

The Castle at Swan Lake All Suite Hotel; Castle Bistro

VERNON

Attraction

EXPERIENCE TOURS

Okanagan Lake

CHEERS OKANAGAN TOURS LTD. See ad on page 5.

PLEASE TOUR RESPONSIBLY

ARRANGE FOR A DESIGNATED DRIVER!

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ACTIVATE YOUR TASTE BUDS VERNON, BRITISH COLUMBIA Vernon Farmers’ Market

Foodies love it in Vernon. Our lush farmland provides an abundance of locally grown, artisan crafted foods and libations. Follow our Tasting Trail that begins with the Scenic Sip just 15 minutes to our south, then leads you to our welcoming community for farm to table dining and foodie experiences.

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PHOTOS (L to R) Wine Tour Handbook; Planet Bee Honey Farm & Honeymoon Meadery; Destination BC/Andrew Strain; Destination BC/Andrew Strain.

BC WINERIES

We recommend that you call ahead or refer to winery websites to ensure that they are open at the time of your visit. Winery information may change throughout the course of the year.

NORTH OKANAGAN: Vernon, Armstrong, Enderby and Grinrod VERNON

MEADERY

DISTILLERY

Edge of the Earth Vineyards 4758 Gulch Road, Armstrong Phone: (250) 546-2164 www.edgeearth.ca

PLANET BEE HONEY FARM & HONEYMOON MEADERY 5011 Bella Vista Road, Vernon Phone: (250) 542-8088 www.PlanetBee.com Family-owned and operated in the Vernon area for over 20 years, Planet Bee offers honey and mead tastings, educational presentations & a gift shop.

See ad on page 42.

ENDERBY & GRINROD

CIDERIES

Baccata Ridge Winery 184 Monks Road, Grindrod Phone: (250) 838-2157 www.baccataridgewinery.ca

The BX Press Cidery & Orchard 4667 East Vernon Road, Vernon Phone: (250) 503-2163 www.thebxpress.com

OKANAGAN SPIRITS CRAFT DISTILLERY 5204 24th Street, Vernon Phone: (250) 549-3120 vernon@okanaganspirits.com www.okanaganspirits.com Western Canada’s largest and original craft distillery is an attraction not to be missed while visiting the city. The distillery offers tours and tastings all year round with an award winning portfolio including Whisky, Gin, Vodka, Absinthe, Fruit Liqueurs and Fruit Brandies. Cocktails also available at our Barrel Room lounge and patio.

See ad on page 43.

WATERSIDE VINEYARD AND WINERY 70 Waterside Road, Enderby Phone: (250) 838-9757 www.watersidewinery.com Waterside Vineyard and Winery is a hidden gem along the Shuswap River, creating cool climate wines for every palate, with a large selection of reds, whites and rosés.

See ad on pages 46, 47.

Farmstrong Cider Company 4300 Maw Road, Armstrong Phone: (250) 309-2609 www.farmstrongcider.com

See Meadery, Cidery, Distillery listings

ARMSTRONG See Cidery listings

WHERE TO EAT

Tony’s Craft Cider Company 6167 Vernon-Slocan Hwy, Coldstream Phone: (778) 932-1820 www.tonyscraftcidery.com

INFORMATION SERVICES TOURISM VERNON 3004 - 39th Avenue, Vernon Phone: (250) 542-1415 Toll Free 1-800-665-0795 www.tourismvernon.com Visit the heart of Okanagan fruit and vegetable country. Vernon is alive with fresh treats to tantalize your taste buds and has become well known as a foodie haven. See ad on page 44.

CASTLE BISTRO @ THE CASTLE AT SWAN LAKE 7905 Greenhow Road, Vernon / Phone: (778) 475-4231 ext 402 / www.swanlakecastle.com The Castle Bistro, is Vernon’s only Schnitzel house. Try our many German inspired meals from our many schnitzel selections to our hand rolled rouladen. See ad on page 42.

WHERE TO STAY THE CASTLE AT SWAN LAKE ALL- SUITE HOTEL & RESTAURANT 7905 Greenhow Road, Vernon / Phone: (778) 475-4232 / Toll Free: 1-844-854-0490 www.swanlakecastle.com / fd@swanlakecastle.com Retreat to this ultimate all-season playground and stay in luxury and comfort. Located centrally to the best golfing, wine touring, shopping, orchards and farmers markets. Any time of year is the perfect time to enjoy your stay at The Castle at Swan Lake.

See ad on page 42.

EXPERIENCE TOURS PLANET BEE HONEY FARM & HONEYMOON MEADERY 5011 Bella Vista Road, Vernon / Phone: (250) 542-8088 / www.PlanetBee.com Family-owned and operated in the Vernon area for over 20 years, Planet Bee offers honey and mead tastings, educational presentations & a gift shop. See ad on page 42.

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2319 Beguelin Rd Celista | 250.955.8600 jake@CelistaWine.com www.CelistaWine.com

2640 Skimikin Rd Tappen | 250.835.2212 inquiry@ReclineRidgeWinery.com www.ReclineRidgeWinery.com

3849 Sunnybrae Canoe Point Rd Tappen | 250.835.8373 info@SunnybraeWinery.com www.SunnybraeWinery.com

Marionette 110 Timms Rd Salmon Arm | 250.832.0155 info@LarchHillsWinery.com www.LarchHillsWinery.com

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2540 40th Street NE Salmon Arm | 250.832.7702 marionettewinery@gmail.com wine@MarionetteWinery.com www.MarionetteWinery.com

70 Waterside Rd Enderby | 250.838.9757 watersidewine@gmail.com www.WatersideWinery.com

PHOTOS: Wines of British Columbia

SHUSWAPWINERIES.CA SHUSWAPTOURISM.CA

CELISTA ESTATE WINERY Double gold-medal winning winery. Open daily from 10:30 to 5:30 May to October.

Located nine kilometres past Scotch Creek Provincial Park on the North Shore of Shuswap Lake. Enjoy free wine tasting and a glass of wine with gourmet crackers and cheese on our beautiful garden patio overlooking Shuswap Lake. Guided tours Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11 am or by appointment other days.

LARCH HILLS WINERY Discover the finest wines, produced at the highest elevation winery in Canada.

We have a patio where people can enjoy the breathtaking view of the valley. Book a tour or take a self-guided tour. Come and Enjoy the great wines and hospitality.

Open daily 9-5 year round.

MARIONETTE WINERY Come see us this summer! Marionette is the only winery within the city limits of Salmon Arm just minutes from downtown and Canoe Beach. Our summer hours are May and September: Thursday-Sunday from 12-5pm and June, July and August daily from 12-5pm. Our patio is open until 9pm on Saturday nights and we have live music and food available from 5-9pm through July and August.

RECLINE RIDGE VINEYARDS & WINERY Recline Ridge is a family-owned winery in the heart of the Shuswap. Enjoy our hospitality and award-winning wines. Our Wine Shop, Tasting Bar, and licensed patio are open daily, from April 1st to October 31st. Check our website for hours.

SUNNYBRAE VINEYARDS & WINERY We invite you to join us on the sunny side to enjoy a casual, fun-filled experience, exploring the vineyard and sampling our wines with a view! Open Daily MayOctober 10-5:30 WATERSIDE VINEYARD AND WINERY Waterside Vineyard and Winery was established in 2014 and thrives today, along the Shuswap River, hosting desirable wines, unique in their flavour palates. These cool climate wines are rich in flavour and distinction, bringing characteristics of the landscape into each carefully crafted wine. They have truly become wines you love to love.

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SHUSWAP

Salmon Arm, Tappen & Celista

Common Grape Varieties: Marechal Foch, Ortega, Siegerrebe, Gewurztraminer, Kerner Average Daily High Temperature (July) - 26C Average Annual Rainfall - 469 mm / Average Hours of Sunshine - 1802

If you’ve ever been to the Shuswap area of British Columbia, you’re well aware that its generous waterways make for a boater’s paradise.

Indeed, the Shuswap Lake system boasts more than 1,000 kilometres of pristine shoreline and is home to the largest houseboat fleet in the country.

But did you also know that the area is starting to make a name for itself in wine?

The Shuswap may be further north than some wine producers would consider comfortable, but it enjoys a unique micro-climate that results in fresh, fruit-forward wines with plenty of character.

There are more than 100 acres of grape vineyard planted here and just under a dozen wineries call it home.

This region is an ecological gem filled with alpine meadows, dense forests, rolling trails and waterways. Amid this natural habitat you’ll find smatterings of grass-roots communities with charming cafes and boutiques and

an active and inspiring artist culture. It’s overall population is small, but swells in the summer with tourists attracted to the region for houseboating, camping, fishing and for the August music extravaganza called the Salmon Arm Roots & Blues.

Those looking to escape from it all will love the numerous park campgrounds where exploration abounds through trails along the forested Shuswap Lake shoreline.

Nature lovers will appreciate Salmon Arm’s waterfront trails through a protected sanctuary featuring boardwalks, paths, a bird viewing tower and a Nature House. Then there’s Margaret Falls, which passes through a rock chasm and offers an enchanted forest feel. There’s also a hidden cave in the rock behind the falls.

The Shuswap has a deeply rooted farming community and food enthusiasts are invited to do a farm tour that also includes the charming wineries of the area. It’s a terrific way to explore the regional food culture.

INFORMATION SERVICES SHUSWAP TOURISM 555 Harbourfront Drive NE, Salmon Arm / Phone: (250) 833-5906 / www.shuswaptourism.ca See ad on page 46 48

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Celista Estate Winery

CELISTA Shuswap Lake

Little Shuswap Lake

SORENTO Shuswap Lake

CHASE Sunnybrae Vineyard

Recline Ridge

SHUSWAP: Salmon Arm, Tappen & Celista

TAPPEN

Mara Lake Marionette Shuswap Tourism

SALMON ARM

Larch Hills

GRINROD Baccata Ridge

PLEASE TOUR RESPONSIBLY

ARRANGE FOR A DESIGNATED DRIVER!

Waterside Vineyard & Winery

Ovino

ENDERBY

BC WINERIES

We recommend that you call ahead or refer to winery websites to ensure that they are open at the time of your visit. Winery information may Edge of the Earth change throughout the course of the year.

SHUSWAP: Salmon Arm, Tappen & Celista

Ovino Winery SUNNYBRAE VINEYARDS ARMSTRONG 1577 Yankee Flats Road, Salmon Arm & WINERY Okanagan Phone:Spirits (250) 832-8463 3849 Sunnybrae Canoe Point Rd, Tappen LARCH HILLS WINERY www.ovinowinery.com Phone: (250) 835-8373 110 Timms Road, Salmon48th Arm Ave Silver Star Rd www.sunnybraewinery.com Phone: (250) 832-0155 There is a proud sense of heritage at www.larchhillswinery.com Sunnybrae Vineyards and Winery that is TAPPEN Discover the finest wines, produced at BX Rd 43rd Ave shared and celebrated with visitors the highest elevation winery in through photographs of five generations RECLINE Pleasant RIDGE VINEYARDS Canada.

We have a patio where people Valley Rd Planet Bee Honey Farm Tourism of family farming in the Sunnybrae area, & WINERY can enjoyMeadery the breathtaking view of the Vernon & Honeymoon The tools Castle Swan treasured and at artifacts andLake 2640 Skimikin Road, Tappen valley. Book a tourBella or takeVista a self-guided Rd St 27 Hotel; evenAll withSuite their dry white blend: Turner tour. Come and Enjoy the great wines and Phone: (250) 835-2212 ve A th 5 Bistro Road.Castle See ad on pages 46.47. hospitality. Open daily 29-5 year round. www.reclineridgewinery.com Recline Ridge is a family-owned, 20-year See ad on pages 46.47. old winery, in the heart of the Shuswap. CELISTA Come and taste our full-range of handMARIONETTE WINERY crafted and award-winning wines, and 2540 - 40th Street N E, Salmon Arm CELISTA ESTATE WINERY Rd Lake Kalama enjoy ourlka wines on our picturesque patio, 2319 Beguelin Road, Celista Phone: (250) 832-7702 with some locally-produced meats and www.marionettewinery.com Phone: (250) 955-8600 cheeses, or your own picnic goodies. www.celistawine.com email: marionettewinery@gmail.com Our Wine Shop and Tasting Bar are open Double gold-medal winning winery. Open Come see us this summer! Marionette is the only winery within the city limits of daily, from April 1st to November 1st. daily from 10:30 to 5:30 May to October.

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Salmon Arm just minutes from downtown Okanagan Located nine kilometres past Scotch on pages 46.47. and Canoe Beach. Our summer hours are See adLake Creek Provincial Park, on the North May and September: Thursday-Sunday Shore of Shuswap Lake. Enjoy free wine from 12-5pm and June, July and August tasting and a glass of wine with gourmet daily from 12-5pm. Our patio is open crackers and cheese on our beautiful until 9pm on Saturday nights and we garden patio overlooking Shuswap Lake. have live music and food available from Guided tours Wednesdays and Saturdays 5-9pm through July and August. at 11 am or by appointment other days.

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Common Grape Varieties: Riesling, Marechal Foch, Marquette, Chardonnay Average Daily High Temperature (July) - 29C Average Annual Rainfall - 224 mm / Average Hours of Sunshine - 2080

Wine producers in the Thompson Valley are not afraid to push the boundaries. Indeed, they are growing grapes on the very edge of what would be consider a comfort zone climate-wise.

There’s a lot to love about the Thompson Valley. At its core is the City of Kamloops, the second-largest metropolitan area in the BC interior. Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and world-class golfing are there for the taking.

But these gamblers have rolled the dice and come out on top, big time. The Thompson Valley may be the most northerly area within BC Wine Country, but it enjoys more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually and often records some of the warmest temperatures in Canada on any given day during the growing season.

But it’s an easy escape from urban life as the area is teeming with stunning valleys and plateaus formed by volcanic land masses and rivers. Anchored by the Thompson River, a visit to a golf course or winery can be effortlessly paired with a fishing trip, a nature walk or boating expedition.

Today there are just over 100 acres planted supplying grapes to a handful of wineries, which make up only about one per cent of the total vineyard in BC. But the potential is real and enthusiasts can count on a personalized experience and share in the passion and determination of the pioneers who are undaunted by any perceived challenges.

After all, when wine producing began in BC decades ago, there were plenty of naysayers and few – even those who took the plunge – predicted it would reach the level of excellence it has achieved today. The vintners who set the course were considered to be risk takers and mavericks at best; foolhardy and doomed at worst – but they proved the critics wrong and history speaks for itself.

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In the north is where you’ll find Mount Robson, the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies, and Wells Gray Provincial Park, which features Helmcken Falls, higher than Niagara and plunging a breathtaking 141 metres down a narrow canyon.

Venture west into Gold Country and 20 provincial parks beckon with a vast array of landscape that will appeal to nature lovers from semi-arid desert to thick forests with lakes, grasslands, meadows, river canyons and mountains.

Another attraction that’s sure not to escape your notice are the stunning rock formations known as the Hoodoos, The area also offers alpine skiing at a world-class resort known as Sun Peaks.

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THOMPSON VALLEY: Kamloops KAMLOOPS HARPER’S TRAIL ESTATE WINERY 2761 Shuswap Road, Kamloops Phone: (250) 573-5855 www.harperstrail.com Located along the rolling hills of the South Thompson River, Kamloops’ first winery is situated against the dramatic backdrop of iconic hoodoos. The diverse property features sage covered hills, a natural spring and a bed of limestone and is a playground to an abundance of wildlife. The wines, with elegant minerality and crisp acidity, reflect the Thompson Valley region. Visit today and taste the untamed land of Harper’s Trail.

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MONTE CREEK RANCH WINERY 2420 Miners Bluff Road, Monte Creek Phone: (250) 573-5399 Toll free: 1-855-633-WINE (9463) www.montecreekranchwinery.com Just a 10-minute drive east of Kamloops Monte Creek Ranch Winery’s diversity, natural beauty and warm hospitality provide a unique destination for visitors.

They aim to follow in the footsteps of the Thompson Valley’s early explorers. Come experience the beauty and bounty that first brought these pioneers out West.

Enjoy a local wine tasting, dine from their regionally inspired restaurant, go on a guided vineyard tour or shop for local artisanal products. Discover more about next frontier in BC winemaking.

Open daily. See ad on page 52, 53.

PRIVATO VINEYARD AND WINERY 5505 Westsyde Road, Kamloops Phone: (250) 579-8739 www.privato.ca The inspiration behind the name Privato comes from the Italian word meaning private which aptly describes the wineries idyllic setting. A hidden gem in the heart of BC’s exciting Thompson Valley wine region, Privato is a family owned boutique winery dedicated to the production of premium Burgundian styled wines. Take time to savour the idyllic setting as you sip a glass of wine and enjoy a picnic in our peaceful wine garden. See ad on page 52, 53.

Sagewood Winery 589 Meadow Lark Road, Kamloops Phone: (250) 573-1921 www.sagewoodwinery.ca

WHERE TO STAY BEST WESTERN PLUS KAMLOOPS HOTEL 660 Columbia Street West, Kamloops / Phone: (250) 374-7878 / Toll Free: 1-877-302-7878 / www.bestwesternkamloops.com Kamloops Award Winning Eco-Friendly Hotel!

Centrally located with Shopping and Restaurants within walking distance. Indoor saltwater pool and hot tub, free breakfast, New Fibre Wi-Fi network, 42” HDTV and fitness center are some of what you will experience along with our superior customer care.

Along with our industry leading “Green” programs, making this the place to stay in Kamloops while experiencing the new Kamloops Wine Trail.

INFORMATION SERVICES TOURISM KAMLOOPS 1290 West Trans-Canada Highway, Kamloops / See ad on page 54, 55.

Phone: (250) 374-3377 / Toll Free 1-800-662-1994 / www.tourismkamloops.com Escape the crowds and create your own outdoor adventure in Kamloops. Get ready to bike or hike trails and enjoy local flavours.

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Family-owned wineries crafting a new class of award-winning wines in BC’s Thompson Valley

HARPER’S TRAIL ESTATE WINERY Kamloops’ first winery is located along the South Thompson River among a diverse property featuring rolling hills of sage and grass, limestone, hoodoos, wildlife, and a natural spring. The wines, with minerality and crisp acidity, reflect the emerging wine region. Visit today and taste the untamed land.

2761 Shuswap Road, Kamloops 250-573-5855 harperstrail.com

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MONTE CREEK RANCH WINERY Just a 10-minute drive outside Kamloops, Monte Creek Ranch Winery aims to follow in the footsteps of the area’s early explorers. Experience the bounty that first brought these pioneers out West. Enjoy a wine tasting and locally inspired alfresco plates from the Terrace restaurant. Take a guided vineyard tour and shop for unique local items.

2420 Miner’s Bluff Road, Monte Creek 250-573-5399 montecreekranchwinery.com

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PRIVATO VINEYARD & WINERY A hidden gem in the heart of BC’s Thompson Valley wine region, Privato is a family owned boutique winery crafting among the best in BC small lot Burgundian styled wines. Enjoy a personalized wine tasting in the barrel room, take a walking tour through the spectacular new gardens, or simply take time to savour the idyllic setting as you sip a glass of wine in the peaceful wine garden patio.

5505 Westsyde Road, Kamloops 250-579-8739 privato.ca For more information on wine tours and accommodations visit tourismkamloops.com

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LILLOOET Common Grape Varieties: Riesling, Pinor Noir, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay.

Average Daily High Temperature (July) - 28C Average Annual Rainfall - 322 mm / Annual Hours of Sunshine - 1852

Located on the southern tip of the Cariboo Chilcotin at an elevation of 230 metres, Lillooet is recognized as one of nine designated geographical indications by the BC Wine Authority. The area enjoys long, hot, dry summers and moderate winters, making it ripe for grape growing and the future is promising.

Vineyards were first planted relatively recently in 2004 and today there are about 30 acres of grapes supplying two wineries, the first of which opened in 2011.

It’s worth a visit to this unique wine region as it is in close proximity to Whistler-Blackcomb and an easy drive to Vancouver. It offers unparalleled backcountry adventures, a bountiful farmer’s market, agritourism tours and sites steeped in history.

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FORT BERENS ESTATE WINERY LTD. 1881 Highway 99 North, Lillooet Phone: 1-866-956-7768 www.fortberens.ca We invite you to come explore Lillooet’s First Winery and discover our handcrafted, award-winning wines that reflect our unique terroir. Savour our latest vintages in our tasting room and soak up the breathtaking vistas from our seasonal patio while enjoying a farmfresh wine-paired meal.

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With its vineyards on sage-brush covered benchland along the Fraser River at the base of towering mountains, Fort Berens embraces the spirit of Lillooet. Alpine breezes, lingering summer sunlight and moderate winters are perfect for growing premium grapes. They are committed to handcrafting award-winning wines that reflect their unique Lillooet terroir.

Take a drive and explore Lillooet’s First Winery, sample their latest vintages in the tasting room, and soak up the breathtaking vistas from their patio kitchen while enjoying a farm fresh wine-paired lunch.

Discover Fort Berens Estate Winery, Lillooet’s first winery, in BC’s newest wine region and explore 150 years of pioneering spirit.

OPENING HOURS May - October: Tasting Room open daily from 10am till 6pm. Patio open for lunch daily from Noon till 4pm Winter: Tasting room open Thursday Monday from 10am-4pm

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FORT BERENS ESTATE WINERY LTD. 1881 Highway 99 North, Lillooet Phone: 1-866-956-7768 www.fortberens.ca

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KOOTENAYS Common Grape Varieties: Pinor Noir, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Marechal Foch Average Daily High Temperature (July) - 28C Average Annual Rainfall - 564 mm / Annual Hours of Sunshine - 1854 Best known for being a rugged, pristine area filled with lakes, rivers, waterfalls, snowcapped mountains, meadows and mineral hot springs, the Kootenays are now home to six independent wineries.

Grapes were first planted in 1995 in the West Kootenays and today it is a small but emerging wine producing area with just under 100 acres of grapes. Wine enthusiasts will enjoy the quaintness and the pride the vintners have in their products. But most of all they will appreciate the fact that the producers pushed incredible boundaries to coax the grapes from the soil to the glass and have a determination to make world-class wines.

THE KOOTENAYS Baillie-Grohman Estate Winery 1140 - 27th Avenue South, Creston Phone: (250) 428-8768 www.bailliegrohman.com Burton City Cider 5470 Highway 6, Burton Phone: (250) 265-7044 www.burtoncitycider.ca

The West Kootenay is an outdoors person’s paradise. There are miles and miles of undeveloped terrain, waterways and natural habitat providing unsurpassed exploration, flora and fauna observation and activities such as climbing, canoeing, kayaking, hiking and biking, hang gliding, and more. There are also excellent golf courses and ski resorts.

Kootenay Lake is the fifth largest in the province and offers unparalleled vistas. This is a region with an adventurous spirit, a friendly vibe and an ecosystem consciousness. The people here take pride in their land and work hard to preserve it.

Wynnwood Cellars 5566 Highway 3A, Wynndel Phone: (250) 866-5155 www.wynnwoodcellars.com

Red Bird Estate Winery 1046 Lamont Road, Creston Phone: (250) 254.8885 www.redbirdwine.com by appointment only

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Skimmerhorn Winery 1218 - 27th Avenue South, Creston Phone: (250) 428-4911 www.skimmerhorn.ca

PRINCE GEORGE Northern Lights Estate Winery 745 Prince George Pulpmill Road Phone: (250) 564-1112 www.northernlightswinery.ca

Valley of the Springs Winery 890 Alexander Road, Nakusp Phone: (250) 265-3075 www.valleyofthespringswinery.com

Columbia Gardens Vineyard 9340 Station Road, Trail Phone: (250) 367-7493 www.cgwinery.com Pommier Ranch Meadery Skookumchuck www.pommierranchmeadery.ca

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FRASER VALLEY & GREATER VANCOUVER Common Grape Varieties: Siegerrebe, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Bacchus Average Daily High Temperature (July) - 21C Average Annual Rainfall - 1537 mm / Annual Hours of Sunshine - 1886

When it comes to growing grapes, the Fraser Valley has some of the finest soil around.

Indeed, this is a farming community like no other. More than half of British Columbia’s agricultural industry is located here, drawn by the dirt high in organic matter. It makes sense that wine would gain a foothold in this lush landscape.

The farming core in the Valley is nestled in a deep basin surrounded by soaring mountains and dense forest. It is only about an hour to downtown Vancouver, but you won’t feel much of the city’s influence here. It’s a grassroots and hard-working community with a much slower pace than the bustling city to the west.

There are more than two dozen wineries considered to be part of the Fraser Valley industry. While the bulk of the 200 acres of grapes are being grown in the farming belt,

the actual wineries are scattered between Chilliwack and Richmond, with several in the urban Metro Vancouver region.

This region has a lot to offer travellers such as great mountain climbing, salmon fishing, white water rafting, zip lining, biking and hiking trails for those with an adventurous spirit. Romantic couples can enjoy an escape to Harrison Hot Springs, while families will appreciate the many attractions such as various aquatic and recreation centres, historic sites, parks and campgrounds. Nature lovers will be drawn to Mountain View Wildlife Conservation and Breeding Centre and Bridal Veil Falls.

The close proximity to Metro Vancouver makes it highly accessible and provides excellent opportunities for rural daytrips and urban excursions.

INFORMATION SERVICES TOURISM LANGLEY Unit 220 – 5385 216 Street, Langley / Phone: (604) 371-1477 / www.tourism-langley.ca Langley is the Fraser Valley’s premier wine and libations destination, and home of Fort Langley; the birthplace of British Columbia.

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Campbell’s Gold Honey Farm & Meadery 2595 Lefeuvre Rd, Abbotsford Phone: (604) 856-2125 www.bchoney.com

Backyard Vineyards 3303 - 232nd Street, Langley Phone: (604) 539-9463 www.backyardvineyards.ca

Maan Farms & Estate Winery 790 McKenzie Road, Abbotsford Phone: 604-864-5723 www.maanfarms.com

Chaberton Estate Winery 1064 216th Street, Langley Phone: (604) 530-1736 www.chabertonwinery.com

Mt. Lehman Winery 5094 Mt Lehman Road, Abbotsford Phone: (604) 850-4768 www.mtlehmanwinery.com

Festina Lente Estate Winery 21113 16th Avenue, Langley Phone: (604) 510-2336 www.festinalente.ca

Ripples Estate Winery 3387 Tolmie Road, Abbotsford Phone: (604) 864-1033 www.rippleswinery.com

Fort Wine Company 26151 84th Ave, Langley Phone: (604) 857-1101 www.thefortwineco.com

Seaside Pearl Farmgate Winery 5290 Olund Rd, Abbotsford Phone: (778) 856-1312 www.seasidepearlwinery.ca

Fraser Valley Cider Company 22128 16 Avenue, Langley Phone: (604) 308-4805 www.fraservalleycider.ca

Singletree Winery 5782 Mt. Lehman Road, Abbotsford Phone: (604) 381-1788 www.singletreewinery.com

Glass House Estate Winery 23449 0 Avenue, Langley Phone: (604) 533-1212 www.glasshouseestatewinery.com

Taves Estate Cidery 333 Gladwin Road Abbotsford Phone: (604) 308-3730 www.tavesestatecidery.com

Krause Berry Farms & Estate Winery 6179 248th Street, Langley Phone: (604) 856-5757 www.krauseberryfarms.com

ALDERGROVE Blackwood Lane Vineyards 25180 8th Avenue, Aldergrove Phone: (604) 856-5787 www.blackwoodlanewinery.com Caven Cellars www.cavencellars.com

CHILLIWACK St. Urban Winery 47189 Bailey Road, Chilliwack Phone: (604) 824-6233 Whispering Horse Winery 43721 Vedder Mountain Road, Chilliwack Phone: (778) 988-7862 www.whisperinghorsewinery.com

DELTA Angel Estate Winery 2170 Westham Island Rd, Delta Phone: (604) 940-9755 www.angelestatewinery.com Wellbrook Winery 4626 88th Street, Delta Phone: (604) 946-1868 www.wellbrookwinery.com

DEWDNEY Kermode Wild Berry Wines 8457 River Road South, Dewdney Phone: (604) 814-3222 www.kermodewildberry.com

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Springland Winery 6962 - 236 Street, Langley Phone: (604) 613-3880 www.springlandwinery.ca Township 7 Vineyards and Winery 21152-16th Avenue, Langley Phone (604) 532-1766 www.township7.com Vigneti Marchetto www.vignetimarchetto.com Vista D’oro Winery 346 - 208th Street, Langley Phone: (604) 514-3539 www.vistadoro.com

NEW WESTMINSTER Pacific Breeze Winery 6 320 Stewardson Way, New Westminster Phone: (604) 522-2228 www.pacificbreezewinery.com

PITT MEADOWS Blue Heron Fruit Winery 18539 Dewdney Trunk Rd., Pitt Meadows Phone: (604) 465-5563 www.blueheronwinery.ca Chateau Blue Winery 17617 Ford Road, Pitt Meadows Phone: (604) 460-8889

RICHMOND Canada Berries Winery 12791 Blundell Road, Richmond Phone: (604) 303-0379 www.canada-berries.com

Country Vines 12900 Steveston Hwy, Richmond Phone: (604) 274-0522 www.countryfarms.ca Golden Age Meadery Phone: (604) 377-1030 www.goldenagemead.net Isabella Winery 11491 River Road, Richmond Phone: (604) 288-0608 www.isabellawinery.com Lulu Island Winery 16880 Westminster Hwy, Richmond Phone : (604) 232-9839 www.luluislandwinery.com YK3 Sake Producer Inc. #23-11151 Horseshoe Way, Richmond Phone: (604) 821-0539 www.yk3sake.com

SURREY 1st R.O.W. Estate Winery Ltd 2762 190 Street, Surrey Phone: (604) 542-5075 www.1row.ca Cavallo Winery 150 - 19288 22 Avenue, Surrey Phone: (778) 294-2858 www.cavallonapa.com Cedar Cider Phone: (604) 328-4929 www.www.cedarcider.ca Maple Creek Winery 105-16055 Fraser Hwy, Surrey Phone: (604) 507-2624 www.maplecreekwines.com Vinoscenti Vineyards 15560 Colebrook Road, Surrey www.vinoscentivineyards.ca

VANCOUVER 33 Acres Cider Company 15 W 8th Avenue, Vancouver Phone: (604) 620-4589 www.33acresbrewing.com Artisan Sakemaker at Granville Island 1339 Railspur Alley, Vancouver Phone: (604) 685-7253 www.artisansakemaker.com City Side Winery 328 W 2nd Avenue, Vancouver Phone: (604) 428-6072 www.citysidewinery.com La Fabrique St. George 7 East 7th, Vancouver www.fabriquestgeorge.com Odd Society (Distillery) 1725 Powell Street, Vancouver Phone: (604) 559-6745 www.oddsocietyspirits.com Strange Fellows Cider 1345 Clark Drive, Vancouver Phone: (604) 215-0092 www.strangefellowsbrewing.com Vancouver Urban Winery 55 Dunlevy Avenue, Vancouver Phone: (604) 566-9463 www.vancouverurbanwinery.com

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VANCOUVER ISLAND & GULF ISLANDS Common Grape Varieties: Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Ortega, Marechal Foch Average Daily High Temperature (July) - 20C Average Annual Rainfall - 583 mm / Annual Hours of Sunshine - 2109 The Vancouver Island and Gulf Islands wine industry has really come into its own in the last 30 years. It is the second largest wine growing area in the province in terms of winery numbers.

This is actually two distinct regions. Vancouver Island is recognized as having its own unique terroir, with the wineries there being sheltered from the Pacific Ocean by nearby mountains, and is one of the province’s nine main Geographical Indications (GI). There are more than 30 wineries here, with about 430 acres of planted vineyard.

The Gulf Islands is teeny in comparison, yet is a separate GI. Located in the Georgia Strait between Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland, several islands are home to a smattering of wineries, meaderies and cideries. There are just under 100 acres of grapes planted throughout these islands.

Vancouver and the Gulf Islands have a longer growing season compared to other regions as their proximity to the Pacific Ocean means there is a lower risk of frost in the spring and fall and little or no snow in the winter. These areas are more suitable for growing aromatic

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VANCOUVER ISLAND & GULF ISLANDS GREATER VICTORIA Church & State Wines 1445 Benvenuto Avenue, Victoria Phone: (250) 652-2671 www.churchandstatewines.com de Vine Vineyards 6181B Old West Saanich Rd, Saanichton (250) 665-6983 www.devinevineyards.ca Deep Cove Winery 11195 Chalet Road, North Saanich Phone: (250) 656-2552 www.deepcovewinery.ca Domaine Rochette Winery 10555 W Saanich Rd North, North Saanich Phone: (250) 654-3042 www.domainerochette.com Esquimalt Wine Company Unit 3 - 859 Devonshire Road, Esquimalt Phone: (250) 213-7517 www.esquimaltwine.ca Parsell Vineyard 2838 Lamont Road, Saanichton Phone: (778) 922-4525 www.parsellvineyard.com Rathjen Cellars 334 Walton Place, Saanich Phone: (250) 652-3782 www.rathjencellars.com Roost Farm Centre 9100 East Saanich Road, North Saanich, Phone: (250) 655-0075 www.roostfarmcentre.com 60

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Sea Cider 2487 Mt. St. Michael Road, Saanichton Phone (250) 544-4824 www.seacider.ca

Cherry Point Vineyards 840 Cherry Point Road., Cobble Hill Phone: (250) 743-1272 www.cherrypointvineyards.com

Symphony Vineyard 6409B Oldfield Road, Central Saanichton Phone: (250) 208-8784 www.symphonyvineyard.com

Damali Winery and Vinegary 3500 Telegraph Road, Cobble Hill Phone: (250) 743-4100 www.damali.ca

Tod Creek Craft Ciders 273 Prospect Lake Road, Victoria Phone: (250) 882-1061 www.todcreekcider.com

Deol Estate Winery 6645 Somenos Road, Duncan Phone: (250) 746-3967 www.deolestatewinery.com

Tugwell Creek Meadery 8750 West Coast Rd, Sooke Phone: (250) 642-1956 www.tugwellcreekfarm.com

Divino Estate Winery 1500 Freeman Road, Cobble Hill Phone: (250) 743-2311 www.divinowine.ca

SOUTH ISLAND

Emandare Vineyard and Winery 6798 Norcross Road, Duncan Phone: (250) 597-4075 www.emandarevineyard.com

Affinity Ciderhouse www.affinitycider.com Alderlea Vineyards 1751 Stamps Road, Duncan Phone: (250) 746-7122 www.alderlea.ca Averill Creek 6552 North Road, Duncan Phone: (250) 709-9986 www.averillcreek.ca Blue Grouse Estate Winery 2182 Lakeside Road, Duncan Phone: (250) 743-3834 www.bluegrouse.ca

Enrico Winery 3280 Telegraph Rd, Mill Bay Phone: (250) 733-2356 www.enricowinery.com Glenterra Vineyards 3897 Cobble Hill Rd, Cobble Hill phone: (250) 743-2330 www.glenterravineyards.com Merridale Cidery & Distillery 1230 Merridale Road, Cobble Hill phone: (250) 743-4293 www.merridalecider.com Rocky Creek Winery 1854 Myhrest Road, Cowichan Bay phone: (250) 748-5622 www.rockycreekwinery.ca

whites and lighter-style reds. But fine wines are also being made from tree fruits, berries and honey. Many island producers purchase grapes from the Okanagan to make fullerbodied wines.

Agritourism is very strong on the islands with a focus on the 100-mile diet and organics.

They are magical places where growing and food production is often family-based and deeply passionate. You’ll find roadside stands and farm-gate shops offering up fresh local produce, honey, spring lamb, cheeses, baked goods, preserves and, of course, wine.

There are multiple wineries on the big island mostly concentrated in the Saanich Peninsula and Cowichan Valley, which are blessed with microclimates that are drier and more favourable to winegrowing then one might think on the “wet coast.”

Unsworth Vineyards 2915 Cameron Taggart Road, Mill Bay Phone: (250) 929-2292 www.unsworthvineyards.com Venturi-Schulze Vineyards 4235 Vineyard Road, Cobble Hill Phone: (250) 743-5630 www.venturischulze.com Valley Cider Company 7661 Mays Road, Cowichan Valley Phone: (250) 510-1018 www.valleycider.com Vigneti Zanatta Winery & Vineyards 5039 Marshall Road, Duncan Phone: (250) 748-2338 www.zanatta.ca

CENTRAL ISLAND

You’ll find another several wineries on the neighbouring gulf islands of Saturna, Thetis, Hornby, Salt Spring and Quadra. The lifestyle on the islands is laid-back, carefree, unhurried, unpretentious, artistic and that is apparent in their approach to wines.

This area is a naturalist’s dream with natural wonders galore – cliffside hiking trails, Garry oak ecosystems, sandstone formations.

Adventure lovers can partake in experiences unique to the coast such as ocean kayaking and diving, deep sea fishing and whale watching tours.

Urban dwellers can opt to stay in Victoria, a beautiful seaside city with a central harbour and an Old World charm. The area teems with heritage architecture and stunning garden displays. It’s a place here high tea is a ritual and a laid-back attitude is a must. It’s an ideal spot for a romantic getaway complete with horse-drawn carriage rides and fine seaside dining.

PACIFIC RIM Emerald Coast Vineyards 2787 Alberni Highway, Port Alberni Phone: (250) 724-1500 www.emeraldcoastvineyards.ca

GULF & DISCOVERY ISLANDS Ciderworks 529 Fulford-Ganges Road, Salt Spring Island Phone: (250) 538-2197 www.saltspringapplecompany.com/ ciderworks Corlan Vineyard 8441 Mcfarlane Road, Denman Island Phone: (250) 335-9132 www.corlanvineyard.wordpress.com

Ravenskill Orchards 1240 Coats Drive, Gabriola Phone: (250) 325-1111 www.ravenskill.com Salt Spring Wild Cider House 151 Sharp Road, Salt Spring Island Phone: (250) 538-8686 www.saltspringwildcider.com Salt Spring Winery 151 Lee Road, Salt Spring Island Phone: (250) 653-9463 www.saltspringvineyards.com Sea Star Estate Farm and Vineyards 6621 Harbour Hill Drive, Pender Island Phone: (250) 629-6960 www.seastarvineyards.ca Twin Island Cider 5601 Lupin Road, Pender Island www.twinislandcider.com

40 Knots Estate Winery 2400 Anderton Road, Comox Phone: (250) 941-8810 www.40knotswinery.com

Garry Oaks Vineyard 1880 Fulford Ganges Road, Salt Spring Island Phone: (250) 653-4687 www.garryoakswinery.com

Beaufort Vineyards & Estate Winery 5854 Pickering Road, Courtenay Phone: (250) 338-1357 www.beaufortwines.ca

Fossil Beach Farm 750 Savoie Road, Hornby Island Phone: (250) 686-3481 www.fossilbeachfarm.com

Blue Moon Farm Winery and Ciderworx 4905 Darcy Road, Courtenay Phone: (250) 338-9765 www.ravensmooncraftcider.com

Hornby Island Winery 7000 Anderson Drive, Hornby Island Phone: (250) 335-3019 www.hornbywine.com

The Bricker Cider Co. 6642 Norwest Bay Road, Sechelt Phone: (778) 458-2443 www.brickerscider.com

Chateau Wolff Estate 2534 Maxey Road, Nanaimo Phone: (778) 441-2625 www.chateauwolff.com

Isla De Lerena Vineyard 1885 Central Road, Hornby Island Phone: (250) 335-2491 www.lerenavineyards.com

Sunday Cider 1632 Sunshine Coast Highway, Gibsons www.sundaycider.com

Coastal Black Estate Winery 2186 Endall Road, Black Creek Phone: (250) 337-8325 www.coastalblack.ca

Kutatás Wines 164 Norton Rd, Salt Spring Island Phone: (250) 800-5552 www.kutataswines.com

Millstone Estate Winery 2300 East Wellington Road, Nanaimo Phone: (250) 716-3549 www.millstonewinery.ca

Middle Mountain Mead Winery 3505 Euston Road, Hornby Island Phone: (250) 335-1397 www.middlemountainmead.com

SouthEnd Farm & Vineyards 319 Sutil Road, Quadra Island Phone: (250) 285-2257 www.southend.ca

SUNSHINE COAST

Persephone Brewing Company 1053 Stewart Rd, Gibsons tastingroom@thebeerfarm.ca www.persephonebrewing.com

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Fossil Beach Farm COURTENAY

HORNBY ISLAND

DENMAN ISLAND

Isla De Lerena Vineyard Middle Mountain Mead

Emandare

Corlan Vineyard QUALICUM BEACH PARKSVILLE

PORT ALBERNI

Emerald Coast Chateau Wolff

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Millstone

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NANAIMO

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LADYSMITH

THETIS ISLAND SALTSPRING ISLAND

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Sea Star Estate

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