It's no secret that the Naramata Bench produces some pretty stellar wine. But, the recent 2023 British Columbia Lieutenant Governor's Wine Awards showcased that to a whole new level.
On your next visit to the Naramata Bench, be sure to pop by the following tasting rooms to sample and purchase some award winning wines:
Hillside Winery:
Platinum medal: 2021 Viognier
Gold Medal: 2022 Gewurtztraminer
Lake Breeze Vineyards:
Platinum Medal: 2020 Syrah Gold Medal
Gold Medal: 2022 Pinot Gris
Gold Medal: 2022 Pinot Blanc
Silver Medal: 2021 Pinot Noir
Tightrope Winery
Silver Medal: 2022 Sauvignon Blanc - Semillon
Upper Bench Estate Winery:
Silver Medal: 2022 Upper Bench Riesling
JoieFarm Winery:
Silver Medal: 2022 A Noble Blend
Silver Medal: 2022 Unoaked Chardonnay
Silver Medal: 2022 Sauvignon Blanc
Red Rooster Winery:
Silver Medal: 2020 Malbec
ROCHE Wines:
Silver Medal: 2020 Tradition Pinot Gris
Silver Medal: 2018 Tradition Pinot Noir
Deep Roots Winery:
Silver Medal: 2020 Parentage Red
Silver Medal: 2020 Reserve Chardonnay
A massive congratulations to all of the winners on the Naramata Bench, as well as throughout the South Okanagan. See the full list of winners at here