A hand holds up a glass of sparkling wine at Evolve Sparkling House in Penticton, with a view of deep blue Okanagan Lake in the background, surrounded by forested hills

Evolve Sparkling House

Opening in July 2025, Evolve Sparkling House is the newest winery tasting room on the Naramata Bench. It has gained a lot of attention quickly, thanks to its impressive positioning right above Okanagan Lake and modern Instagram friendly style. The ambience is friendly and fun, though also elegant. There’s no doubt about it, the views …

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Elevated view looking down to Noble Ridge picnic area, which features grassy and landscaped garden sections and scattered picnic tables. There are views of a lake and forested mountains in the background

The Best Winery Picnic Areas near Penticton

Seeking a gorgeous setting for a winery picnic around Penticton? I can relate – it’s something I often do. This post shares our favourite winery picnic areas in and around Penticton.

Modesta Winery's amphitheatre-style tasting area with lush lawn area, casual seating with umbrellas and shades, modern tasting bar building behind. Views of Okanagan Lake and vineyards in background

Modesta Estate Winery

Modesta Winery may be new to the Naramata Bench, but it’s already turning heads by doing things a little differently. For starters, the tasting ‘room’ is more like a tasting amphitheatre, with multiple modern airy spaces looking out onto Okanagan Lake views.

Side view of picnic table with umbrella on lawn at Township 7 Winery, with red Adirondack chairs near the vineyard in the background, with a forested hill as the backdrop

The Most Child Friendly Wineries on the Naramata Bench

Visiting the Naramata Bench with one or more young children in tow? It’s still possible to enjoy a wine tasting experience! The majority of Naramata Bench wineries describe themselves as child friendly, meaning that you are allowed to bring children with you to a tasting. This post highlights the Naramata Bench wineries that are most …

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Daydreamer Wines

Daydreamer is a small family owned and operated winery, located almost at the very end of the Naramata Bench. The winery has a focus on sustainable winemaking, with the aim to conserve resources, minimise environmental impacts and keep vineyards healthy long-term.

Nichol Vineyard

Nichol’s great reputation for winemaking is purely based on quality, and being one of the oldest wineries on the Naramata Bench means they have plenty of experience to draw from. If you want to try some true Naramata reds, this is the place. Small yet bright tasting room with fabulous views and patio.

Therapy Vineyards

Everyone needs a little therapy! Wine therapy, of course. And what better place to get it than this stunning property overlooking Okanagan Lake?

Serendipity winery entrance gate

Serendipity Winery

Serendipity is something of a hidden gem. From the road, the winery looks unassuming. But true to this winery’s name, it’ll feel like a happy accident as you turn the corner to find one of the most beautiful properties on the Naramata Bench.

Close up of six wine bottles at Kettle Valley Winery, with photographs in background

Kettle Valley Winery

Kettle Valley Winery is one of the oldest on the Bench, being issued only the third winery license for the area way back in 1992. Keeping things modest, the tasting room is located in the garage they used to make wine in during those early days.