Quails’ Gate Winery is a family-owned winery located in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, Canada. Founded in 1989 by Ben and Tony Stewart, the winery is now run by the second generation of the Stewart family.
Quails’ Gate is known for its stunning location, set on a bluff overlooking Okanagan Lake and surrounded by vineyards. The winery is named after the quail that inhabit the area and the gate that marks the entrance to the property.
The vineyards at Quails’ Gate span over 200 acres and are planted with a variety of grape varieties, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Merlot. The winery is also home to a small experimental vineyard where new grape varieties are tested.
Quails’ Gate is known for producing high-quality, expressive wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Okanagan Valley. One of the winery’s most famous wines is the Old Vines Foch, a bold, full-bodied red wine made from the Marechal Foch grape variety. This wine has received numerous accolades and is highly sought after by wine collectors.
In addition to the Old Vines Foch, Quails’ Gate is also known for its Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Riesling. The winery’s Chardonnay is a bright, fruit-forward wine with notes of citrus and green apple, while the Pinot Noir is a delicate, elegant wine with flavors of red cherry and spice. The Riesling is a crisp, aromatic wine with flavors of green apple and citrus.
Quails’ Gate prides itself on using traditional wine-making techniques and focusing on quality over quantity. All of the winery’s wines are fermented in small batches using natural yeasts, and many of the wines are aged in oak barrels to add depth and complexity.
In addition to its wine production, Quails’ Gate also operates a popular restaurant and tasting room, where visitors can enjoy a variety of local dishes and taste the winery’s wines. The winery also offers guided tours of the vineyards and winery, as well as wine education classes and events.
Overall, Quails’ Gate Winery is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in high-quality wine and beautiful, picturesque surroundings. Whether you are a seasoned wine connoisseur or just looking to learn more about the wine-making process, Quails’ Gate has something for everyone.
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Ariadna Isabel Fernandez Rodriguez
a month agoWe had the great pleasure of doing a wine tasting and meeting our wonderful waitress, Lark. She not only taught us how to properly taste each wine, but also explained the entire process behind their creation and why each one had its unique flavour. I’ve never experienced service quite like this, it made the visit truly special. Between the stunning view, the incredible wines, and Lark’s passion and knowledge, this was easily one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. I would 100% go again!
Nick Ainsworth
4 weeks agoI've had the pleasure of visiting Quail's Gate numerous times over the years, including tasting, dining, and shopping at their on-site Market, with and without kids. The overall visitor experience across all of these locations is consistently excellent. Staff are enthusiastic, professional, and seem to really take pride in the work they do. The view from the tasting room, restaurant, and adjacent vineyard is gorgeous. Our kids have always felt welcome at the restaurant, which strikes a nice balance between being family-friendly and maintaining a fine dining atmosphere; in my experience, this is quite rare for a restaurant to do well. Their Wine Club is also good value, with a solid discount on all wines, reasonable shipping (even to the Lower Mainland), and some nice perks like complimentary tastings and early access to new releases.
Locascio chiara
a month agoJanice was so lovely for our tasting. Her knowledge of the wine was impeccable, and her presence was so delightful and pleasant. She made our experience incredible and we highly recommend her to anyone who wants to come for a tasting at quails gate. We did our tasting in the vineyard and the views were breathtaking. She welcomed us with a warm smile and gave us very interesting facts on wine.
Dilshani Ranasinghe
a month agoWe had a fantastic wine tasting experience, and Lark was a big part of that. She was friendly, professional, and right to the point, no fluff, just really clear and helpful guidance. Lark explained how to properly taste wine in a way that was smooth, easy to understand, and genuinely enjoyable. She made the experience approachable and fun without being over-the-top. If you're visiting, definitely ask for Lark, she knows her stuff and makes you feel right at home!
Gaby Lill
a month agoThe wine is outstanding! We had Janice for our tasting and boy was she so amazing! She was extremely knowledgeable, personable, and overall provided such an excellent experience. I loved my experience wine tasting with beautiful views and great service! Definitely recommend!