The taste of Canada in a glass
The Okanagan Wine Experience
Together, these wineries capture the spirit of the Okanagan Valley - a region that has quietly become one of the most exciting wine destinations in the world. From the grandeur of Mission Hill Family Estate Winery to the refined focus of CheckMate Artisanal Winery and the architectural innovation of Martin’s Lane Winery, each offers a different window into Canadian winemaking. For visitors from abroad - and especially Canadians living in London - they represent more than vineyards. They are a reminder of the landscapes, craftsmanship, and sense of place that define British Columbia’s wine country.
Martin's Lane Winery
Just south of Mission Hill Family Estate Winery, Martin’s Lane Winery stands as one of the most architecturally striking wineries in North America. Designed around gravity-flow winemaking, the slender concrete tower rises above the hillside like a modern sculpture among the vines. Inside, visitors descend floor by floor through the production process before arriving at a minimalist tasting salon with sweeping lake views. The wines - particularly Pinot Noir and Riesling - mirror the building’s philosophy: precise, elegant, and deeply expressive of place.
Mission Hill Family Estate winery
Perched above the shimmering waters of Okanagan Lake, Mission Hill Family Estate Winery is one of the most recognizable and dramatic wineries in Canada. Its iconic bell tower, sweeping terraces, and amphitheatre give the estate the feeling of a European wine monastery transplanted into the Okanagan Valley. Visitors arrive to panoramic vineyard views and an atmosphere that blends architecture, art, and wine into a singular experience. Tastings here feel ceremonial - guided through elegant spaces that frame the landscape and celebrate the craft of winemaking. It is not just a winery but a cultural landmark of Canadian wine.
Checkmate Artisanal Winery
Hidden within the sun-soaked vineyards of the Okanagan Valley, CheckMate Artisanal Winery offers a completely different expression of the region. Focused almost entirely on world-class Chardonnay, CheckMate is about precision, patience, and terroir. Tastings take place in a sleek, modern pavilion overlooking immaculate vineyard blocks where every detail is intentional. The experience feels intimate and quietly luxurious - less spectacle, more focus - allowing guests to connect deeply with the wines and the land that shapes them.