How being authentically Okanagan struck gold

What are the first words that come to mind when you think of Quails' Gate Estate Winery?

You might think “Pinot Noir,” “the Stewart Family” or “spectacular view,” but it is the combination of these elements that create the magic of being authentically Okanagan.

Recently awarded The Best Winery in Kelowna, a visit to Quails’ Gate may include a walk through the vineyards to soak in the view at the Harvest Gathering Site, enjoying a glass of wine in the tasting room or even freshly made pastries, espresso and artisan foods at The Market - a new initiative launched in 2020 to provide additional space during a year where the outdoors is revered.

While you're strolling the vineyard, you'll catch a delightful aroma coming from the award-winning Old Vines Restaurant. Here, Chef Roger Sleiman is creating a culinary experience based on the principle of fresh simplicity and takes great pride in using sustainable, farm-to-table ingredients.

Embedded in his philosophy is a commitment to ensuring that only the best local/regional ingredients are used. And while this is undoubtedly an authentically Okanagan culinary experience, it is one that has garnered international attention from Trip Advisor where fans have voted Old Vines Restaurant into the top 10% of restaurants in the world.

A commitment to environmentally sustainable practices is evident throughout the viticultural, winemaking and hospitality teams at Quails’ Gate. In 2019, the Stewart Family extended this into the Okanagan community through a multi-year commitment to supporting the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC).

This initiative not only supports NCC’s ongoing conservation work throughout the Southern Interior Program, which protects the inherent value of the land and ensures the survival of the many species this unique ecology supports, it also allows Quails' Gate to continue exceeding the expectations of wine purists and tourists in the Okanagan.

A visit to Quails’ Gate Winery is both an exploration of the senses and an experience to be savoured. There is a reason it is known as one of the must-see wineries in the region and now, The Best Winery in Kelowna.

Their passion for making great wines is matched only by their dedication to ensuring every visit is a unique and memorable one.

To experience something that is authentically Okanagan, visit Quails' Gate Winery and Old Vines Restaurant on the Westside Wine Trail at 3303 Boucherie Road. Open year-round for your enjoyment.

Quails' Gate Winery is one of Canada’s foremost family-owned and operated estate wine producers. They are dedicated to crafting outstanding quality wines while offering memorable wine and food experiences. Quails' Gate Winery strives to deliver exceptional guest experiences from their award-winning restaurant, at their luxurious lakefront accommodations and with every estate tour and wine tasting.

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