Kitsch Wines

Kitsch Wines is a family-run winery on Neid Road in East Kelowna, one of the rising stars of the Okanagan Valley's northern wine scene and a favourite among visitors looking for top-quality wine served with a refreshingly unpretentious attitude. The 13-acre estate sits on the East Kelowna bench above the city, with views over vineyards toward Okanagan Lake, and the winery has built its reputation on cool-climate strengths: Riesling, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay lead a lineup of sustainably grown, premium wines. The vibe is deliberately modern and relaxed, with guests as likely to hear hip hop on the speakers as they are to receive a seriously well-informed walk through the wines.

The visitor experience is one of the most creative in the Kelowna area. The Garage tasting invites guests into the estate garage with a Kitsch wine educator to hear the story of four generations of family history and entrepreneurial vision behind the label. The winery also runs what it bills as the Okanagan's first electric open-air Moke tours, carrying guests through the estate vineyards with an educator and a glass in hand. For a more laid-back visit, tastings can be enjoyed on the grass overlooking the vines and lake, with complimentary picnic blankets provided. The winery is generally open daily in season, and reservations are strongly encouraged, which can be arranged through its website. Minutes from downtown Kelowna yet surrounded by farmland, Kitsch makes an easy half-day outing and pairs well with the other producers of the East Kelowna bench. For visitors who want excellent Riesling and Pinot Noir without a hint of stuffiness, Kitsch Wines captures the young, confident energy of the modern Okanagan.