Ancient Hill Estate Winery
Ancient Hill Estate Winery
4.5
10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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We are a boutique winery in the beautiful, rural, Ellison area of North Kelowna. Located directly across from the Kelowna Airport, on land originally planted to grapes more than 60 years ago. We specialize in small lots of tasty wines. The wines are made entirely from grapes grown in our own vineyard and processed on-site in our European style winery. Come visit us and see a working winery in action. Taste the wines in our wineshop or bring a lunch and enjoy them by the glass in our picnic area, which boasts panoramic views of the valley.
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- krista F1 contributionA MUST VISIT!This is a MUST visit winery when coming to the OK!! It is a little piece of Italy with an old world feel. The views are stunning, the ambience makes you want to stay all day and drink wine and breathe in the view. The wine is excellent, the Baco Noir is my absolute favourite! Don’t miss this this little gem and don’t forget your camera.Visited October 2023Travelled with familyWritten 31 October 2023
- Meagan S1 contributionThe best hidden gem of Kelowna!I am long overdue posting this but this is a must see winery when visiting Kelowna. Me and my 3 girlfriends (who are from the coast) came to visit me this past summer and we had the best time. We had many laughs with the staff, especially Andrea who was so accommodating and fun! The staff all around was amazing. We sat around for hours playing a card game called "5 seconds" and laughed with a few bottles of their Pinot Noir! We will definitely be back this summer.Visited August 2023Travelled with friendsWritten 13 March 2024
- ViperfistKelowna, Canada1,884 contributionsBring your picnic basket and enjoy their wineJane poured our wine today at Ancient Hill. They offer three wines for a five dollar tasting fee, not waived with Purchase. Let’s face it, finding a tasting fee as low as five dollars is not common these days, even if it is only three wines. The original plantings of grapes on this property was approximately 80 to 90 years ago. I think it went from a vineyard, to growing apples, and then back to the Vineyard it is today. Regarding today, their vines were planted in the mid 2000s, with the winery open for business in 2012. The tasting started with the rosé, made from baco noir and Zweigelt. They call it a really nice patio wine, you get some cranberry on the finish. It is a pretty tasty rosé. She poured some 2020 Pinot Noir for our second tasting option. This was a dry-ish wine, could definitely detect tannins right away. It was enjoyable. Our final selection was the Baco Noir. As you may expect, it had a very deep, distinct color. This was also an enjoyable wine along with the entire tasting experience. Don’t be afraid to bring along a picnic basket, as they have ample room on the grounds to come, enjoy a snack, and taste their wines. You can purchase a bottle of wine, and consume it… Or just have one glass, cap it, and take it with you. With excellent customer service, friendly staff, and tasty wines, we are definitely going to visit this winery again.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 28 April 2024
- Mobile273392789903 contributionsBeautiful Wine Tasting ExperienceOur visit to Ancient Hill Estate for winery appreciation was exceptional. The vineyard's picturesque setting provided a perfect backdrop for tasting their exquisite wines. The owner, jitske was so friendly. We highly recommend it for a delightful and educational experience.Visited June 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 10 June 2024
- Madeleine SWest Kelowna, Canada58 contributionsAMAZING GEM OF A WINERYThis winery is truly a gem. It is in Kelowna north high on the hills. Their specialty is red wines but they have others too. The decor is amazin g with all the flowers and shaded outdoors with tables where you can bring a picnic lunch and enjoy a bottle or glass with your lunch. A definitely “not miss”.Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 2 August 2024
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Daniel Z
1 contribution
Jul 2021 • Couples
Absolutrly terrible experience with potentially racist bartender. We went in and was not greeted for 5 min as the lady behind the bar moved around getting bottles. We were finally acknowledged by a younger server, who led us to the tasting table. Upon completion, we went to buy a bottle, where the bartender once again chose to ignore us. When another man walked over, she acknowledged him, and asked if we were in line albeit we were there first.
Truly poor experience, and would avoid if you are Asian or want to be in the company of genuinely good people.
Truly poor experience, and would avoid if you are Asian or want to be in the company of genuinely good people.
Written 17 July 2021
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Disgruntled customer. Unjustly accusing my business of racism. Lacked the patience to wait his turn for a wine tasting.
Written 19 July 2021
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Terris O
3 contributions
Mar 2021
This was the first winery i visited in the valley and it was very much worth it! The ladies were super nice and also suggested other sightseeing places to visit. The wines were so good as well (my favorite was the Baco Noir). I wish i had time to spend in the patio and sip more wine but for sure would be on list next time
Written 20 March 2021
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Hi terrisblaise,
Thanks for taking the time to submit a review of Ancient Hill Winery. We are happy to hear you had such a nice time while visiting. Our Baco Noir really is a fantastic wine.
We look forward to your next visit!
Written 18 July 2021
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Meagan S
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Aug 2023 • Friends
I am long overdue posting this but this is a must see winery when visiting Kelowna. Me and my 3 girlfriends (who are from the coast) came to visit me this past summer and we had the best time. We had many laughs with the staff, especially Andrea who was so accommodating and fun! The staff all around was amazing. We sat around for hours playing a card game called "5 seconds" and laughed with a few bottles of their Pinot Noir! We will definitely be back this summer.
Written 13 March 2024
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Joe & Grace Silva
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Apr 2021 • Couples
What an amazing time..we enjoyed our wine tasting with Linda.....the wine was so enjoyable we purchased and sat on the patio to take in the amazing view! Thank you Linda..you were the first winery of the day...and the best of the day!!
Written 22 April 2021
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Hello Silvatravels2021
Thanks for the lovely review and we look forward to seeing you again sometime!
Written 18 July 2021
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allena607
Spruce Grove, Canada6 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
What a lovely winery with great views and character in the main wine shop. The owner is a lovely lady from Netherlands with an incredible story of how her and her husband got into the wine business 35 years ago at this property. Highly recommended if you want something unique and different. And their white wines and rose are incredible.
Written 5 September 2022
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Thank you for your review allena607, we appreciate your kind comments and were happy you could visit and try our wines. We hope to see you again.
Written 13 December 2022
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Mobile27339278990
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Jun 2024 • Friends
Our visit to Ancient Hill Estate for winery appreciation was exceptional. The vineyard's picturesque setting provided a perfect backdrop for tasting their exquisite wines. The owner, jitske was so friendly. We highly recommend it for a delightful and educational experience.
Written 10 June 2024
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JTSeattle
Snohomish, WA355 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
This is what a winery should be. Local. The owners grow and process their own grapes. Friendly. Not corporate. Lovely views of the valley. Not crowded.
It is not close to any other vineyard. For me that’s part of the charm.
It is true they are a smaller operation but their wines are very good.
Really happy we came here. Recommended.
It is not close to any other vineyard. For me that’s part of the charm.
It is true they are a smaller operation but their wines are very good.
Really happy we came here. Recommended.
Written 14 July 2022
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Thanks for your review JTSeattle.
We were happy you were able to visit our lovely Estate Winery. We hope to see you again sometime.
Written 1 August 2022
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Caroline R
1 contribution
Jul 2020 • Couples
My husband and I stopped here for a wine tasting and a bit of lunch on their patio.
The lunch was amazing. The staff were so friendly and helpful. On our way out we visited the gift shop and purchased some wine jellys which paired well with their excellent wine. We recommend a visit to Ancient Hills Winery.
The lunch was amazing. The staff were so friendly and helpful. On our way out we visited the gift shop and purchased some wine jellys which paired well with their excellent wine. We recommend a visit to Ancient Hills Winery.
Written 4 August 2020
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Thank you for taking the time to post a review. We are pleased you enjoyed your picnic and wine on our lovely patio. We look forward to your next visit.
Written 15 September 2020
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Bobby A
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Feb 2020 • Friends
This is the first review I have posted. I simply could not, not post this. The most genuine and hospitable environment of our trip. We went to many other wineries Nd this one stood out. GO HERE in any season, you will not be disappointed.
Written 15 February 2020
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Hi 35bobbya. Thanks for the glowing review! We are a small boutique winery that prides itself on our hospitality and great wine. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your visit. We hope you come back soon!
Written 24 February 2020
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krista F
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Oct 2023 • Family
This is a MUST visit winery when coming to the OK!! It is a little piece of Italy with an old world feel. The views are stunning, the ambience makes you want to stay all day and drink wine and breathe in the view. The wine is excellent, the Baco Noir is my absolute favourite! Don’t miss this this little gem and don’t forget your camera.
Written 31 October 2023
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How much is it for a tasting and do we have to make reservations?
Written 5 August 2022
Please check our website for hours of operation. There is no need to make reservations during our open hours. If you purchase wine there is no tasting fee.
Written 13 December 2022
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