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Hybrid: Grape varieties developed, typically by crossing European varieties with native North American varieties. The plant breeder’s objectives include developing varieties that ripen early, resist disease or are winter-hardy.*

History: In 1931, Calona Vineyards opened as the first commercial winery in the Okanagan.

Geography: The southern Okanagan Valley in the area between Oliver and the border is classified as part of the Sonora Desert, which runs south to the Baja Peninsula in Mexico.

Acreage: British Columbia currently has an estimated 9,100 acres under vine, up from just 1,000 acres planted in 1989.

Must: Unfermented grape pulp or juice.*

*Schreiner, John - British Columbia Wine Country, Whitecap Books Ltd., 2003

 
 
  Sonoran Estate Winery
  Sonoran Estate Winery is conveniently located on Summerlands' wine route. Bring a picnic, have a glass of wine and take in the breathtaking views of Lake Okangan, vineyards and orchards.
SERVICES PROVIDED:   WINERY HOURS:
         
 
WINERY TOURS
WINERY
TASTING ROOM
VINEYARD
PICINIC AREA
FOOD SALES
SPECIAL EVENT
GIFT SHOP
HANDICAP ACCESS
   
   

SUMMER:

Daily: 10:00AM - 5:30PM

WINTER:

Closed

CONTACT:
 

Sonoran Estate Winery
5716 Gartrell Road
Summerland
British Columbia, Canada
V0H 1Z7

Phone:
Fax:
Email:
Website:

250-494-9323
250-494-9323
Sonoran@shaw.ca
www.Sonoranestate.com



 
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