Bottleneck Drive Members Announce Spring Preview Weekend
Summerland, BC – [March 14, 2024] – The scenic and friendly town of Summerland is thrilled to announce a spring preview for its esteemed Bottleneck Drive Association members, comprising the finest wineries, cideries, brewery, and distilleries in the region. This year, visitors are invited to embark on a journey of discovery, indulging in the unique flavours and experiences offered by these local producers.
Bottleneck Drive has long been a symbol of quality and innovation in the center of British Columbia's wine country, and this season promises to be more captivating than ever. With a diverse array of members each offering their unique blends, crafts, and experiences, three distinct touring routes, backed by the quality that comes with official sub GIs, there's something to entice every palate.
2024 Season Highlights
Exclusive Tastings and Tours
Members are opening their doors for exclusive tastings and behind-the-scenes tours, offering an intimate look at the craftsmanship behind every sip.
Special Events
Mark your calendars for a series of special events throughout the season, including wine and cider celebrations, live music performances, and culinary experiences that showcase the best of BC.
Community Support
By visiting Bottleneck Drive members, you're not only embarking on a journey of taste and discovery but also supporting local businesses that are the backbone of our province.
"We're excited to welcome visitors back to Summerland and share the passion and dedication of our Bottleneck Drive members," said Christine Coletta, chair of the Bottleneck Drive Association. "This season is a celebration of our community's resilience, creativity, and the exceptional quality that defines our region. We invite everyone to explore, taste, and discover the unique treasures of Summerland."
Plan Your Visit
For more information on the Bottleneck Drive members, including opening hours and special events, where to eat and where to stay, please visit bottleneckdrive.com.
Join everyone in celebrating the season and making lasting memories in Summerland.
Detonate Brewing | Photo credit: Stephanie Seaton, @storyboardproductions
About Bottleneck Drive
Bottleneck Drive is a collection of 20 wineries, cideries, distilleries, and breweries located in the central Okanagan Valley in Summerland, BC.
The region is known for its award-winning products, as well as its stunning natural scenery and small-town hospitality.
Leave the city bustle behind as you explore three distinct touring routes each designed to help you get to a handful of places to taste and enjoy while you also discover the hidden back roads of the area. Leaving Highway 97 by turning right or left takes you past lakefront parks, orchards and vineyards, down quaint country roads or along Main Street shops and restaurants.
Visitors can enjoy tastings, tours, and special events throughout the year, and discover the special small-town charm that sets Summerland as one of the friendliest places in the Okanagan Valley, while exploring the best of what the region has to offer.
Lunessence Winery & Vineyard | Photo credit: Stephanie Seaton, @storyboardproductions
Background: The following wineries will be open for the Easter Weekend:
· Alchemist Distiller
18006 Bentley Rd #101, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z3
www.alchemistdistiller.ca | @alchemist_distiller
· Controlled Entropy Distiller
18006 Bentley Rd Unit 215, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z3
www.controlledentropy.ca | @cedistilling
· Detonate Brewing
9503 Cedar Ave #104, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z2
www.detonatebrew.com| @detonatebrewing
· Dirty Laundry Vineyard
7311 Fiske St, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z2
www.dirtylaundry.ca | @dirtylaundryvineyard
· Haywire Winery
16576 Fosbery Rd, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z6
www.haywirewinery.com | @haywirewine
· Lightning Rock Winery
6611 Giants Head Rd, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z7
www.lightningrockwinery.com | @lightningrockwinery
· Lunessence Winery
www.lunessencewinery.com |@lunessencewine
5716 Gartrell Rd, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z7
· OAK Estate Winery
20623 McDougald Rd, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z6
www.oakestatewinery.com | @oakestatewinery
· Pamplemousse Jus
9819 Lumsden Ave, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z8
www.pamplemoussejus.ca | @pamplemousse_jus
· Sleeping Giant Winery
6206 Canyon View Rd, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z7
www.sleepinggiantfruitwinery.ca | @sleepinggiantfruitwinery
· Summergate Winery
11612 Morrow Ave, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z8
www.summergate.ca | @summergatewinery
· Summerland Heritage Cider
3113 Johnson St, Summerland, BC V0H 1Z4
www.summerlandcider.com | @summerlandheritagecider
Check out @bottleneckdrive and each members social media channel for information, updates, and for the specific dates and times they will be open to welcome you.
Upcoming Member Events:
· OAK Estate Winery
o Women in Wine Luncheon – April 12 @ 1pm LINK
o Soft Opening for the Season, April 27, 2024 4-course dinner by new in-house catering.
· Detonate Brewing
o Detonate Live: Melomaniacs – March 15 @ 7:30pm LINK
o Detonate Live: Eva Cortens – March 22 @7:30pm LINK
The Grand Sommelier Express is a special weekend of on train wine tastings from on June 22 & 22, 2024. The following wineries will be hosting dinner options after the Grand Sommelier Express:
· Haywire Winery - A taste of Argentina Wine Dinner | June 21 & 22 at 6pm | $98.27
· Lightning Rock Winery - BBQ Dinner, Summerland Smoke Shack | June 21 & 22 at 6pm | $46.06
· Summergate Winery - Famous Poutine | June 21 | $22.63
· Lunessence Winery - Dim Summerland | June 21 & 22 at 6pm | $38.61-$40.47
To get your tickets to any of these dinner events, please visit the link HERE, click “get tickets” and scroll to ‘Collaborative Dinner Add-ons’ to purchase your dinner ticket.