If you’re looking to “wine” down with an outstanding local getaway this fall, look no further than the South Okanagan.
With nearly 70 wineries located between the Oliver-Osoyoos and Similkameen Wine regions, Osoyoos is an absolute haven for wine lovers. During the fall harvest time, the vineyards are amplified by the colours, sights, and scents of autumn, making for the most delightful tasting experiences throughout the vast territory of Osoyoos Wine Country.
Osoyoos sips include a variety of diverse Okanagan-based wine producers from across the valley — each with its own unique story, character, and specialities that are just waiting to be discovered!
Bartier Bros. Vineyard & Winery was born out of a brotherly partnership which has produced refreshing, expressive wines such as the Granite 2018 orange wine and the full-bodied and exclusive Grenache Syrah Mourvedre 2019. Breaking from tradition, the family-owned Moon Curser Vineyards is dedicated to making premium wines from old-world grape varieties, right on the East Bench of Osoyoos. Alternatively, at Church and State Wines’ 80+ acres estate in Oliver, every wine produced is grown in the Coyote Bowl vineyards and is thereby classified as 100% BC VQA wine.
Over on the West Bench, Tinhorn Creek Vineyards is primely positioned for the morning sunrises, which produces some of the Okanagan's best Gewürztraminer and Muscat, along with their flagship wine, The Creek. With some of the best terroir in Canada, Black Hills Estate Winery is centered in the middle of the Okanagan Valley desert, which provides ideal growing conditions for the Bordeaux and Rhone varietals they nurture. On top of the Golden Mile Bench, Culmina Winery draws its fine wines — including the 2014 Hypothesis blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc — from three adjoining vineyard benches.
Photo: JAK's Beer Wine Spirits.
As the liquor store of choice in the South Okanagan and in the Lower Mainland, the fourth-generation family-owned JAK’s Beer Wine Spirits is the place to go for just that… beer, wine, and spirits!
JAK’s has the best selection in store and online for local and import wine and other alcoholic drinks, including a number of exclusive products not available anywhere else in B.C.
Watermark Beach Resort. Photo: Watermark Beach Resort.
During your fall stay in Osoyoos, you can choose from a number of beautiful waterfront resort accommodations right along Lake Osoyoos, the warmest freshwater lake in Canada.
As the top rated hotel in Osoyoos Wine Country, Watermark Beach Resort exemplifies easy living by placing you just steps away from everything — including the beach, the marina, and dining and shopping options — from your lake view or city view condo-style suite. Walnut Beach Resort boasts a secluded private beach, a year-round outdoor heated pool, and an expansive sundeck for the ultimate relaxation vacation.
Moon Curser Vineyards. Photo: Destination Osoyoos.
By entering Destination Osoyoos and JAK’s “Ready. Sip, GO!” contest, you have a chance to win one of two ultimate fall wine country getaways to Osoyoos!
Each winner will receive luxury accommodations, exquisite wine tasting and tour experiences, and $100 from JAK’s Beer Wine Spirits to spend at any of their local retail stores.
The prizing for the two Grand Prizes includes:
Grand Prize #1:
- A $100 gift card to JAK’s Beer Wine Spirits
- A 2-night stay at Watermark Beach Resort
- A wine tour and tasting experience for 4 at Bartier Bros Vineyard & Winery
- A guided wine tasting for 4 at Moon Curser Vineyards
- A terroir tasting for 6 at Church and State Wines
Grand Prize #2:
- A $100 gift card to JAK’s Beer Wine Spirits
- A 2-night stay at Walnut Beach Resort
- A private Black Glass tasting for 6 at Tinhorn Creek Vineyards
- A VIP Cabana tasting experience for 4 at Black Hills Estate Winery
- A “Savoir” vineyard and winery tour for 4 at Culmina Family Estate Winery
To enter the Ready, Sip, GO! contest, visit destinationosoyoos.com/ready-sip-go.
