Top 5 Kelowna Wineries To Visit On A Date
Love is in the air, mon amour! Welcome to our list of the top 5 Kelowna wineries to visit on a date! As if we needed a reason to celebrate, today we break down for you 5 romantic Kelowna wineries to visit when love is in the air. Taking into consideration factors like ambience, lake and mountain views, cozy atmosphere and menus made for sharing, we feel confident these wineries will dazzle your date far more than a bouquet of flowers or box of chocolates ever could. Without further ado, we present to you the top 5 Kelowna wineries to visit on a date
O’Rourke Family Estate
Perhaps you’re already familiar with Peak Cellars, a beloved favourite along the Scenic Sip Wine Trail in Lake Country. Now enter into the equation the O’Rourke Family Estate, the sophisticated, elegant, ultra high end counterpart to Peak Cellars. Perhaps the most opulent winery in the Okanagan Valley, it’s no wonder that the O’Rourke Family Estate lands in first place on our list of the top 5 Kelowna wineries to visit on a date.
Oozing with luxury and extravagance at every corner, O’Rourke Family Estate is much more than a winery. Showcasing tasting rooms, an amphitheatre for concerts, and space for private parties, if you’ve ever envisioned a luxurious winery experience, you’ve come to the right place! Luxury vacation homes are available for rent on the property, while caves and tunnels give way to a sprawling underground labyrinth of exploration below.
To enjoy culinary delights at O’Rourke Family Estate, we recommend visiting their brand new restaurant, Row 188. Solidifying Lake Country as a world class destination for food and wine, a seat at this exclusive spot is proving hard to come by, with weekends at Row 188 already fully booked. Featuring indulgent ingredients like lobster and black truffles paired with award winning Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, a dinner at Row 188 will be sure to impress. For an over the top experience unlike any other, bring your loved one to O’Rourke Family Estate this season.
Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery
At risk of sounding superficial, looks may not be everything but they do go a long way! Take Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery as the perfect example — a property so beautiful it makes you feel good just to be in its presence. What’s more, they’ve got the award winning wines, world class views, culinary delights and incredible hospitality to match. One has to ask, “what’s not to love?!”
Speaking of love, Mt Boucherie Estate Winery is up next on our list of the top 5 Kelowna wineries to visit on a date.
Boasting a state of the art tasting room where you can sip and savour your way through an array of titillating wines with your beau, Mt Boucherie Estate Winery is also home to the Modest Butcher Restaurant. Proudly serving up Kelowna’s “second-best steak”, the Modest Butcher impresses with a modern, sleek dining space perched high up over the lake and mountains.
Feeling splurgy with your date? Nothing screams “splurge” quite like their beautiful bone-in Tomahawk steak, which comes in limited supply and typically runs out before last call. Our tip? Visit on a Tuesday, where every Tomahawk ordered comes with a select bottle of Mt Boucherie Estate red wine for only $5. Your date doesn’t even need to know — we won’t tell, we promise!
Frind Estate Winery
Next up on our list of the top 5 Kelowna wineries to visit on a date is Frind Estate Winery. Whatever you’re in the mood for on your date, Frind has you covered. A long walk on the beach? Check. A cozy cabana chat over rosé? Check. A flaky scone and a hot coffee? Check. A magical dinner under the open sky in a glittery, sparkling dome just for two? You guessed it — check.
What we’ve just described exists, all under one roof, if you can believe it. One-of-a-kind Frind Estate Winery, located in West Kelowna, easily earns its spot on our list. Come by day or come by night and there will always be something exciting going on.
This beachfront property offers whimsical dome dining experiences through the winter months, where guests can enjoy an intimate dinner with loved ones as the snow falls all around. During the summer months, gentle acoustic music often floats across the lawn as local artists perform for those enjoying wine by the glass and wood fired pizzas. Pair that with an Okanagan sunset and we can’t imagine a better date if we tried!
Sunset not your thing? Sunday brunch is never a bad idea, and Frind Estate Winery has you covered with mimosas, cinnamon buns, and all the breakfast classics. Take your loved one to Frind Estate Winery for an unforgettable date experience, and thank us later.
Cedar Creek Estate Winery
Some dates are meant to feel like special occasions, and in those cases, Cedar Creek Estate Winery is sure to deliver. A solid choice on our list of the top 5 Kelowna wineries to visit on a date, you won’t be disappointed!
The majestic property alone gives an air of grandiose importance on arrival, tipping one to the notion that something special happens here. Whether you opt for a tasting at their contemporary farmhouse or score entry to their exclusive Aspect House (reserved for members only), you’ll be treated to an intimate, in depth experience. A knowledgeable tasting associate will guide you and your loved one through their exceptional portfolio of distinctively North Okanagan Valley wines.
Looking to up the ante? Consider opting for a tasting with delectable food pairings. Alternatively, save room for a special meal at the winery’s exquisite, nationally acclaimed Home Block Restaurant. Offering a wine-centric experience, Chef Neil Taylor centers his menu around those ingredients which will best highlight CedarCreek Estate wines. Rustic yet refined, wood-fired cuisine, in an unparalleled setting is what diners can expect.
For an especially romantic experience, request a table near the open fire pit on their covered terrace, where you can enjoy a magical meal overlooking the Okanagan Valley, lake and mountains. “I Do” believe you’ll love it here.
50th Parallel Estate Winery
Rounding out our list of the top 5 Kelowna wineries to visit on a date, the gorgeous 50th Parallel Estate Winery welcomes you with open arms! Leave your date breathless with an unforgettable trip to Lake Country and 50th Parallel’s world class wine caves. Dive deeper with an exploration of 50th Parallel’s state of the art facilities, where you and your loved one will learn about the unique interplay between soil, climate and craftsmanship that shape the unique portfolio of wines produced at 50th Parallel Estate Winery.
Pink granite creates the perfect romantic backdrop against which you’ll savour elegant wines during your guided subterranean experience. Let this experience whisk you away from the bustling world above, as you enjoy locally sourced charcuterie created to expertly pair with 50th Parallel wines.
Above ground, enjoy an intimate dining experience at the highly rated Block One Restaurant overlooking the vineyard. An architectural wonder garnering international design awards, Block One Restaurant is a delight for the senses, with an equally impressive menu. Exuding sheer extravagance, entrees like Squid Ink Fettucine and Lobster Tail with Sablefish Mousseline go perfectly with 50th Parallel Estate’s Sparkling Brut. While there are strong candidates on our list of the top 5 Kelowna wineries to visit on a date, we truly cannot think of a better place to celebrate love than 50th Parallel Estate Winery and Block One Restaurant.
While we’re not “love doctors”, We hope you’ve enjoyed learning about the amazing date opportunities that abound in the Okanagan Valley. Of course, there are well over 200 wineries in the region to choose from, all with their own flare and charm, you’ll be hard pressed to make a bad choice. Still, we hope you’ve enjoyed our recommendation of the top 5 Kelowna wineries to visit on a date and look forward to seeing you out there this year.
If you’re interested in learning more about the incredible winery opportunities within the Okanagan Valley, we encourage you to check out our Kelowna Winery Tours.
Remember, love makes the world go round, and wine is the cherry on top! Hugs & kisses, VIVID.
