Okanagan Valley
Where to taste the best Cabernet Sauvignon in the South Okanagan
If Cabernet Sauvignon is your thing, these are the the South Okanagan wineries that hang their reputation on it.
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Phantom Creek Estates
Known for Cabernet Sauvignon. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Riesling
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Black Hills Estate Winery
Known for Cabernet Sauvignon. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah
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Church & State Wines
Known for Cabernet Sauvignon. Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay
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Fairview Cellars
Known for Cabernet Sauvignon. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah
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Where is the best Cabernet Sauvignon in the South Okanagan?
Phantom Creek Estates, Black Hills Estate Winery and Church & State Wines are the the South Okanagan wineries best known for Cabernet Sauvignon.
How many wineries can you visit in a day in the South Okanagan?
Three or four is the sweet spot: about an hour each, plus a proper lunch. Five is possible if the cellars are small and close together.
How do you get around Okanagan wine country without driving?
Private driver for the day (about CA$90–120 per hour, 4-hour minimum); Small-group wine shuttle (about CA$110–160 per person, half or full day); E-bike the bench (about CA$80–120 per person, day rental). Every Grapevine itinerary lists these local options; book them directly.
When is the best time to visit?
Peak May–October. From November to March most small cellars close or go appointment-only; the big estates keep reduced hours.