Okanagan Valley
Okanagan wineries that stay open in winter
Peak May–October. From November to March most small cellars close or go appointment-only; the big estates keep reduced hours. These are the ones that usually keep pouring. Hours shrink, so we confirm every stop when we book.
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Elephant Island Winery
Usually open through winter. Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Gris
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Lake Breeze Vineyards
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc
East Kelowna
CedarCreek Estate Winery
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris
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Township 7 Vineyards & Winery (Naramata Bench)
Usually open through winter. Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Gris
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Moraine Estate Winery
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon
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Bench 1775 Winery
Usually open through winter. Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris
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Daydreamer Wines
Usually open through winter. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay
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Hillside Winery
Usually open through winter. Muscat Ottonel, Cabernet Franc, Gamay
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Howling Bluff Estate Winery
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Merlot, Petit Verdot
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Poplar Grove Winery
Usually open through winter. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
Penticton
Upper Bench Winery & Creamery
Usually open through winter. Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir
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Kettle Valley Winery
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
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Nichol Vineyard
Usually open through winter. Pinot Gris, Syrah, Pinot Noir
West Kelowna
Mission Hill Family Estate
Usually open through winter. Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
East Kelowna
Summerhill Pyramid Winery
Usually open through winter. Riesling, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Oliver
Covert Farms Family Estate
Usually open through winter. Zinfandel, Syrah, Pinot Gris
Oliver
Phantom Creek Estates
Usually open through winter. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Riesling
West Kelowna
Quails' Gate Winery
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc
Oliver
Burrowing Owl Estate Winery
Usually open through winter. Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Summerland
Dirty Laundry Vineyard
Usually open through winter. Gewürztraminer, Merlot, Pinot Noir
West Kelowna
Frind Estate Winery
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Merlot
Lake Country
Gray Monk Estate Winery
Usually open through winter. Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Auxerrois
Okanagan Falls
Liquidity Wines
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Viognier
Osoyoos
Nk'Mip Cellars
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Riesling, Meritage
Okanagan Falls
See Ya Later Ranch
Usually open through winter. Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Merlot
East Kelowna
Sperling Vineyards
Usually open through winter. Riesling, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Noir
Oliver
Tinhorn Creek Vineyards
Usually open through winter. Cabernet Franc, Gewürztraminer, Merlot
Lake Country
50th Parallel Estate
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Riesling, Pinot Gris
Oliver
Black Hills Estate Winery
Usually open through winter. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah
Oliver
Church & State Wines
Usually open through winter. Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay
Oliver
Hester Creek Estate Winery
Usually open through winter. Cabernet Franc, Pinot Blanc, Trebbiano
West Kelowna
Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery
Usually open through winter. Pinot Gris, Merlot, Syrah
Summerland
Okanagan Crush Pad
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Gamay
Penticton
Perseus Winery
Usually open through winter. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay
West Kelowna
Volcanic Hills Estate Winery
Usually open through winter. Pinot Gris, Merlot, Gewürztraminer
Okanagan Falls
Wild Goose Vineyards
Usually open through winter. Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris
Oliver
Gehringer Brothers Estate Winery
Usually open through winter. Riesling, Pinot Gris, Icewine
Lake Country
Intrigue Wines
Usually open through winter. Riesling, Pinot Gris, Merlot
Osoyoos
Moon Curser Vineyards
Usually open through winter. Tannat, Touriga Nacional, Carménère
Oliver
Road 13 Vineyards
Usually open through winter. Chenin Blanc, Syrah, Sparkling
West Kelowna
Rollingdale Winery
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Icewine, Marechal Foch
East Kelowna
Tantalus Vineyards
Usually open through winter. Riesling, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
East Kelowna
The Vibrant Vine
Usually open through winter. Merlot, Gewürztraminer, Riesling
Lake Country
Ex Nihilo Vineyards
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Riesling, Icewine
East Kelowna
Martin's Lane Winery
Usually open through winter. Pinot Noir, Riesling
East Kelowna
St. Hubertus & Oak Bay Estate Winery
Usually open through winter. Pinot Blanc, Gamay, Riesling
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Answer four questionsGood to know
What are the best okanagan wineries open in Okanagan?
Start with Elephant Island Winery, Lake Breeze Vineyards and CedarCreek Estate Winery.
How many wineries can you visit in a day in 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.