“Best tasting in the Okanagan!! Allan took care of us, challenged us with side by sides… had us experience things we’d never had in a tasting before! Brilliant. He has an intense knowledge of oky wines that goes so far beyond… the usual you’ll taste this or that crap most wineries push on you. I don’t need to rave about the wines because we are wine club members and these two wineries are favs of ours.“
“Beverly was a fantastic wine server in their cute tasting room right off the highway! She took me through the vintages and varietals of each wine she was pouring. These are very unique wines in flavour and style. I bought a bottle of Rose 2023, 100 percent Cab Franc which I think is the best grape in this valley. Thanks for the experience.“
“Karyn was spectacular. Great service, fun times and super knowledgeable. Riesling and rose was super tasty! Thanks for the experience!“
“Took part in a wine tasting at Bordertown Vineyards, enjoyed all 5 of the wines we tried and purchased 4 bottles and managed to get them safely back to the UK in our suitcases. Thanks for your knowledge Aziza and for the excellent restaurant reservation advice.
Your wine doesn’t appear on their menu - I think that should change considering the business you send their way.“
“We went for a wine tasting today, Scotia was our wine specialist! We tasted some amazing wines, but the best was the Bubbles! Bought some good stuff to take home, if you have time, please visit Scotia at the winery!“
“a great educational experience-- delicious wines“
“This is my favourite winery. I come any time I’m in the area. The wines are delicious. The seating and views are gorgeous. You are treated like family. It’s a fun and feel-good place with great wine!“
“My tastebuds enjoyed the “Colourful Notes” in these wines. Great service and little boutique store with useful items and local art. A hidden gem discovered.“
“Bought another couple bottles of Rubeus today, and they'll be lovely. Maverick is one of the 'must haves' for our cellar.“
“One of the best vineyards in Oliver and some of my favourite wines!! Absolutely awesome!“
“When you need some harmony and balance in life try sipping VinAmité Cellars! Vin (French for wine); Amité (Norman Medieval English for Friend & harmony) you can extract the importance of savouring life with those close to you. This wonderful Canadian wine chapter began as a dream for Ray Coulombe whom enjoyed the Europeanesque ambience of Old Historic Montreal’s lively café and bistro scene sipping dreamy French wines during his advertising career. Beaujolais and darling wife Wendy stole his heart! Looking for a legacy gift for his daughters Catherine and Nathalie and bask in the fruits of his labour- why not bring Beaujolais to BC? Breathing life into existing 5 acre vineyard and creating the winery in 2013 his visions became reality. Winemaker Phil Soo (Noble Ridge, Dirty Laundry, Cassini, Silkscarf, Ruby Blues, Gold Hill, Bonamici) laid the foundation and mentored daughter Catherine who gracefully carried the French inspired focus from first vintage in 2018. A former haute caterer and fashion student, it was natural to pursue the art of winemaking and capture each wondrous season in a bottle. Today’s visit was spectacular! Nathalie’s art adorned the walls, Christmas charm of a Hallmark movie, the gentle aromas of fondue and baking filled the air and pièce de résistance- Catherine’s delicately crafted wines. A portfolio worth collecting and deserving of the finest restaurant menus! Also one of a few whose warmhearted personality, gentile nature and intrepid boldness is defined in each glass. 🏆❤️🍷⚜️ Through life’s triumphs and defeats, may you always be blessed with the comfort of “wine friends”. A “MUST VISIT” for enophiles, wine enthusiasts, foodies, or anyone seeking an authentic wine country experience! Events, rotating ciders, local beer on tap and Catherine’s epicurean delights.“
“Nice atmosphere, knowledgeable about all the wines, pleasant, helpful. Angelica was our associate and she was very nice in telling us about the wines and the tasting... if you are in oliver or ososyoos side I would highly reccomend. Beautiful place on a sunny day“
“We really enjoyed this enhanced winery experience. Our server took exceptional care of us, providing lots of personalized wine recommendations paired wonderfully with the nicely curated charcuterie board. We felt unhurried as we sat and enjoyed the afternoon under a lovely grapevine shrouded pergola. The wine was fabulous, hard to choose a favourite from the many delicious options.“
“Our tasting experience at CheckMate Artisanal Winery was exceptional from start to finish. We enjoyed a Chardonnay tasting, and the team went above and beyond by surprising us with a bonus pour from an earlier vintage. It was such a thoughtful touch and gave us a great appreciation for how beautifully these wines evolve over time.
The Chardonnay lineup offers something for every palate, from elegant single-vineyard expressions to expertly crafted blends. It was fascinating to experience the unique character of each wine and compare the different styles side by side.
We loved the experience so much that we ended up taking home The Queen Taken. It was an easy decision after such an enjoyable tasting.
The service was warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the wines they were sharing. Combined with the beautiful setting and attention to detail, CheckMate delivered a truly memorable experience. Highly recommended for anyone who appreciates world-class Chardonnay in the Okanagan.“
“We just had a tasting with Bertie. So knowledgeable and friendly. Wine was fantastic and so was our hostess. Thanks for helping me become a pro at tasting, Bertie!! We will surely enjoy these 4 bottles 😂❤️“
“Amazing wine, amazing people. Some of the best BC wine you can find We bought this for our anniversary (we were married in 2015) and I have no words!!!“
“wonderful staff, great experience ♡“
“Amazing everything. View, wine, people“
“The setting, the hospitality, and the wine together created a magical, unforgettable moment. We left feeling grateful, and eager to return. A very warm thank you to Valerio for his kindness and heartfelt welcome, it truly made our visit so special.“
“We had an incredible wine tasting experience at Gold Hill! Val was knowledgeable and passionate about wine-making and the wines really reflected that! A “must” on your Okanagan wine tour!“
“We had an amazing experience at Platinum Bench Winery! Our group of 10 was lucky enough to have Kayla lead our tasting, and she was absolutely fantastic. She was so gracious, welcoming, and accommodating to our large group, making everyone feel comfortable and included from the moment we arrived.
Kayla was knowledgeable, engaging, and brought such a fun energy to the tasting. She made the experience memorable with her great passion for the wines. One of the highlights was getting to enjoy Platinum Bench's incredible fresh bread during the tasting. The bread was absolutely delicious and added a unique, fun touch to the experience, pairing perfectly with the wines.
Our entire group had an incredible time, and it was one of the highlights of our weekend. Thank you, Kayla, for making our visit so enjoyable. We can't wait to come back!“
“Big shout out to Roberta and all the staff, they really make you feel special when you visit.“
“Visited the winery today for the first time with my wife and 2 friends. Jack was our wine server for the tasting and he was articulate and dazzled us with his expansive knowledge of wines and his wit. The wines were good to very good and we left with several bottles of Ava and Cuvee Sereine. An enjoyable experience and I recommend to this winery to others“
“Had a wonderful tasting with a very knowledable lady, loved all of the wines, great job!“
“Black Hills was an amazing experience. So kind and accommodating, they found us a table without a reservation.
The wine tasting was perfect several varieties and a great over all experience! Nota Bene is tops!! Thanks to our friendly tasking attendant, Kaila. Great experience and will definitely come again.“
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“Picking up my Fall Shipment! I’ve been a member for 5yrs now and by far, the best customer service and most friendliest staff in Wine Country!“