Okanagan Valley
Small family wineries in Summerland
Tiny cellars where the person pouring may well have made the wine. The Summerland spots worth seeking out.
Summerland
Okanagan Crush Pad
Small enough to meet the maker. Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Gamay
Summerland
Silkscarf Winery
Small enough to meet the maker. Malbec, Riesling, Cabernet Franc
Summerland
8th Generation Vineyard
Small enough to meet the maker. Riesling, Pinot Gris, Merlot
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What are the best small family wineries in Summerland?
Start with Okanagan Crush Pad, Silkscarf Winery and 8th Generation Vineyard.
How many wineries can you visit in a day in Summerland?
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.