Okanagan Valley Wine Trail — Canada's Premier Wine Region
British Columbia's Okanagan Valley is Canada's premier wine region — 200+ wineries along a 135-kilometer glacial lake in the province's sun-drenched interior. Mission Hill, Burrowing Owl, Black Hills Estate, Quails' Gate, and Tinhorn Creek have earned the Okanagan a global reputation for world-class Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay. The South Okanagan near Oliver and Osoyoos is Canada's only true desert, producing the boldest reds. Sip & Summit builds your curated 4-stop Okanagan wine route in under 10 seconds.
Featured Wineries
- Mission Hill Family Estate — Kelowna's landmark hillside winery with a Roman bell tower and sweeping Okanagan Lake views, producing benchmark Chardonnay and Merlot.
- Burrowing Owl Estate Winery — Oliver estate producing acclaimed Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay from the South Okanagan's warmest vineyards.
- Black Hills Estate Winery — Osoyoos-area cult producer of Nota Bene — Canada's most celebrated Bordeaux blend.
- Quails' Gate Winery — Kelowna lakeside estate producing consistently excellent Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with stunning Okanagan Lake views.
- Tinhorn Creek Vineyards — South Okanagan estate winery with one of the region's most beautiful hilltop terraces and impressive Cabernet Franc.
Why Sip & Summit
- 4-stop curated wine day through Canada's wine capital
- Route built in under 10 seconds
- Glacial lake views, mountain backdrops, and world-class wine at every stop
- One-tap navigation from Kelowna or Penticton
- Swap any stop if it doesn't fit your day
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the best wineries in the Okanagan Valley?
- Mission Hill, Burrowing Owl, Black Hills Estate, Quails' Gate, Tinhorn Creek, and Haywire — 200+ producers across Kelowna, the Naramata Bench, and the South Okanagan producing world-class Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay.
- Is the Okanagan worth visiting from Vancouver?
- Canada's best wine weekend — 4 hours by car or 1 hour by flight to Kelowna. The Naramata Bench near Penticton is a walkable enclave of boutique wineries. Okanagan Lake swimming between winery stops is a rite of passage.
- How does Okanagan wine compare to Napa?
- Mission Hill and Burrowing Owl regularly win international competitions. The South Okanagan is Canada's only true desert — producing bold, concentrated reds at prices well below Napa. The setting rivals Napa for beauty with a glacial lake backdrop.