Located in southeast Oliver, the CheckMate Artisanal Winery building is set in the heart of a historic estate vineyard and exhibits a striking contrast of contemporary architecture and breathtaking views. Choose from two intimate, guided wine-tasting options, where wine … [Read more...] about CHECKMATE ARTISANAL WINERY: FINE WINES AND ARCHITECTURE
Wine Regions
Splash of Colour, Flavour in Osoyoos
As vivid rows of vineyards change colours, wineries in the area hustle to harvest and process their fruit. Grapes are picked from vines and crushed. The air is rich with the smell of fermentation. Big summer crowds thin out for a more intimate experience at local wineries.yoos is … [Read more...] about Splash of Colour, Flavour in Osoyoos
Wandering through wineries in the winter
While wine touring is a recognized summer pastime in the South Okanagan, Penticton is a perfect year-round destination for wine lovers. Many wineries in the area stay open during late fall and throughout the winter. Visiting vineyards when a carpet of fresh snow … [Read more...] about Wandering through wineries in the winter
Festina Lente “Mead Made Modern.” Not as Sweet as You May Think
Opened eight years ago, Festina Lente Estate Winery has expanded five times, evidence its modern approach to making mead is well received. In addition to its popularity with its visitors and Wine Club members, Festina Lente mead is capturing the attention of noted wine critics … [Read more...] about Festina Lente “Mead Made Modern.” Not as Sweet as You May Think
Imagine Al Fresco Dining and Takeout
The fabulous new gourmet organic dining at Kelowna’s Summerhill Pyramid Winery is now open and better than ever with the return of full table service. John Lennon’s “IMAGINE” vision is personified by an array of dishes including Japanese and Indian cuisine. Every one of … [Read more...] about Imagine Al Fresco Dining and Takeout