Summerhill Pyramid Winery

Summerhill Pyramid Winery Kelowna

What was the inspiration to start your winery?

I was inspired by discovering the incredibly wonderful growing conditions for grapes in this Northernmost desert viticulture region of the world, where the intense flavours of the base wines hold flavours through the 2nd fermentation in the bottle, producing extraordinary sparkling wines, which we are now internationally known for.

How would you describe your winery?

We have the reputation for being Canada’s most visited winery, with between 1000-3000 visitors per day in season. It is a major destination tourist attraction featuring an all-organic restaurant, catering, certified organic wines, 4-story replica of Egypt’s Great Pyramid and the only biodynamic certified winery in BC, both in the cellar and in the field.

What’s your bestselling product?

Our best seller is the Cipes Brut NV, a traditional method sparkling wine.

Why do you think it’s so popular?

It’s the most popular because it pairs well with all foods and all occasions, it’s a great value for the price, and everyone loves the very delicious flavour. We have perfected it to be attractive to all age groups, from neophytes to very sophisticated palates, and it is the most decorated wine in Canada, with gold medals almost every year since its first year in 1992 when it came out with raves in the NY Times.

What’s your favourite product from your own shop?

I love the heartfelt hospitality of the staff at Summerhill who great guests from around the Worls in true famous Canadian hospitality. They encourage everyone to learn about wine production and organics, and urge them to consider converting to ingesting organic food and wine for the environment and for their bodies. In a nutshell, our greatest product is love!

What’s your favourite local British Columbia business?

I really love the Italian restaurant La Bussola in downtown Kelowna.