r/okanagan • u/Justine-L • 6d ago

Casual wine tasting for the clueless

I will be visiting Osoyoos at the end of September and I'd like to do a wine tasting or two. I don't know much about wine other than I prefer whites and rosés, and I would like somewhere with a more casual atmosphere as I'm going solo. Something akin to getting a flight of beers where I can get a few tasters and go off and taste on my own, rather than being talked through each one by a wine expert. Any suggestions?

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u/FunPlaydate 6d ago

Go to wine village

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u/tacklewasher 5d ago

This is a great suggestion for someone new to wine. A dozen or so wineries, plus a couple distilleries and food all in one place. North end of Oliver, so a bit away from Osoyoos.

In Osoyoos I like Over the Fence right near the border for a casual time, Lakeside is nice and on the water and Rust for a gorgeous view.

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u/Catagol 6d ago

Lakeside makes a solid rose and has a gorgeous tasting room.

Nk'mip makes some decent whites. Highly recommend having lunch on the patio at the winery.

Both wineries are close to each other.

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u/IngenuityPuzzled3117 5d ago

Red rooster does a tasting paired with different taste bites and does a great hi b explaining how they impact one another.

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u/Okanaganwinefan 5d ago

Lots of choices, where ever you go explain your experience to them, tell them your preference. The vast majority of the staff always want to help. Enjoy 🍷🍷🍷and thanks for visiting.