Ex Nihilo Vineyards

Ex Nihilo Vineyards takes its name from the Latin phrase meaning 'out of nothing,' a fitting banner for a winery carved out of the hillsides of Lake Country, the scenic district of orchards and lakes between Kelowna and Vernon in the northern Okanagan Valley. Located at 1525 Camp Road, the estate has grown into a full-service wine destination where tasting, dining and live music share the property. The portfolio spans white and red wines, including member-exclusive bottlings and large-format magnums available through the winery's shop and wine club, and the seated tasting experiences give visitors a chance to work through the range with guidance from the tasting room team. The tasting room is open daily from 11 am to 5 pm, and while walk-ins are welcome when space allows, the winery strongly recommends reserving ahead by phone or email to guarantee a spot, particularly in the busy summer season. Beyond the tasting bar, Ex Nihilo has built a reputation as a lively place to spend an evening. The on-site CHAOS Bistro serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday from 5:30 pm, live music fills the patio on Friday evenings, and the calendar features concerts, themed dinners and other special events throughout the year. The property also hosts weddings and private functions, taking advantage of its vineyard setting in one of the Okanagan's prettiest sub-regions. For travellers following the Scenic Sip wine trail through Lake Country, Ex Nihilo pairs naturally with neighbouring Camp Road wineries, and its combination of wine, food and music makes it an easy place to linger. It is a polished but welcoming stop that captures how far Okanagan wine touring has come, with something on offer well past the last tasting pour of the afternoon.