When the mountains and vineyards are blanketed in snow, the Okanagan Valley becomes a fairy tale, cozy setting you won’t find in wine country any other time of the year. The wine shops are uncrowded and winemakers often emerge from their cellars to pour wine and visit with their guests. Tasting rooms are cozier than usual with festive decorations and winter charm.” -Shauna Merritt/Tourism Kelowna

If you’re looking for a wonderful experience on a day off from skiing at Big White. Look no further. Cheers All-Inclusive Wine and Spirits Experiences depart daily from Big White. Get your friends and family together to experience a once in a lifetime tour to West Kelowna, East Kelowna or Lake Country, enjoying some of the best wines, craft beers, and spirits in the world.

“Most wineries in Kelowna, West Kelowna, and Lake Country are open year-round for tastings and tours. So if you are a local with visitors in town, or a traveller exploring the area, including the epic powder at Big White Ski Resort, make sure you add winery tours into your winter calendars. You won’t be disappointed.” – Shauna Merritt/Tourism Kelowna

With over 270 wineries to choose from, it’s no surprise that first-time visitors to the Okanagan are often overwhelmed by the number of wineries to visit. Always eager to help out a fellow wine lover, we’ve lined up a few favorite experiences to showcase the Okanagan’s diverse terroir and to educate the public about wine and wine tasting in an unpretentious environment.