“Came across this lovely little winery, and was blown away by the amazing wines! Kevin was my host, he was very knowledgeable about the wines and went above and beyond to make my experience exceptional! My favourite wines that really stood out were the Rosé which has been my favourite in the valley so far, as well as the Pino Noir! Will be going back very soon to purchase some more wine! 10/10 and a great outdoor patio space! And to boot they make excellent fresh apple juice and cider!“
“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!“
“A winery nestled in an idyllic landscape, with gentle slopes descending towards the lake. We were greeted warmly and helpfully and enjoyed the wonderful climate while sipping some of their offerings. If you happen to be in Osoyoos, I highly recommend a visit.“
“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!“
“Bartie Winery has really good wines and a generous pour… often more than you expect! The staff are welcoming and knowledgeable, which makes the tasting enjoyable. One thing to note: they do charge more for a patio tasting than inside, which feels a bit unfair. That aside, the wines themselves are worth trying and the overall experience is still enjoyable.“
“Bought another couple bottles of Rubeus today, and they'll be lovely. Maverick is one of the 'must haves' for our cellar.“
“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.“
“One of the best vineyards in Oliver and some of my favourite wines!! Absolutely awesome!“
“a great educational experience-- delicious wines“
“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“
“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 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 😂❤️“
“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.“
“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!!!“
“Amazing everything. View, wine, people“
“Absolutely brilliant winery. We are so glad we ended our stay in Osoyoos with a visit to Checkmate. Jackson was our person, and he treated us extremely well. We had great chats with him and he really helped us with our decisions on the wine. In the end we purchased six bottles of wine, including a great collection of chardonnays and merlots. The presentation of the six bottles in the gift box were exemplary, and well worth the cost. Thank you to Checkmate, and most of all Jackson, for a wonderful afternoon!“
“wonderful staff, great experience ♡“
“Intimate tasting room with fantastic wines! The Syrah will blow your mind! My husband and I enjoyed chatting with Dominique as well as with another couple who were from New Brunswick. Great experience, we will definitely be back for more!!“
“Big shout out to Roberta and all the staff, they really make you feel special when you visit.“
“We were blown away by this winery! Every single wine we tasted had depth, flavour and body. Coming from the wine industry in Niagara, we were looking for this kind of Okanagan experience and Platinum Bench went above and beyond on every level. The enthusiasm for this winery came through in our consultant Susan’s knowledge of each wine and the pairing with artisanal breads just took everything to a whole other level. We were fortunate enough to meet the owner, Murray, whose passion for the vine was evident.
Than you Platinum Bench…we will be spreading the word of your amazing winery to those looking for the perfect Okanagan experience.“
“We forgot the name of our sommelier but she was a lady with a white suit with the coolest hair that she teased to the max. Wine was so nice and as we are of a younger demographic our sommelier helped navigate the intricacies of notes and explained changes in our palette as we grow older.“
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“Karyn was spectacular. Great service, fun times and super knowledgeable. Riesling and rose was super tasty! Thanks for the experience!“