Silver Sage Winery

Silver Sage Winery sits on the bank of Oxbow Creek just south of Oliver, in the warm Golden Mile area of the southern Okanagan Valley near the Canada-U.S. border. This stretch of the valley is among the hottest, driest and most prolific grape-growing zones in the country, and the winery makes the most of its setting, where the little creek meanders through the vineyard and frames picturesque views of the surrounding mountains and arid hillside countryside. Founded by Anna and Victor Manola, Silver Sage has built a reputation as an award-winning producer with a distinctive house style, and is especially known for its fruit-infused and dessert-style wines alongside more conventional table wines, giving its lineup a character all its own among Oliver's many cellars. Visitors will find a welcoming wine shop where the estate's wines can be tasted and purchased, set against a backdrop of vineyard, creek and mountain that captures the relaxed, sun-soaked feel of South Okanagan wine country. The property also offers luxurious guest suites and a bed-and-breakfast villa, making it a place where travellers can linger overnight rather than simply pass through, a rarity that suits the unhurried pace of touring this part of the valley. Oliver bills itself as the wine capital of Canada, and Silver Sage is an easy addition to a day spent exploring the Golden Mile and Black Sage bench, where dozens of wineries cluster within a short drive of one another. The combination of estate vineyards, a creekside setting, on-site accommodation and a portfolio that leans into aromatic and infused wines gives Silver Sage a distinctive identity. As with most Okanagan wineries, hours shift with the seasons, so it is worth checking the winery's website or calling ahead before planning a visit, particularly outside the peak summer months.