Your 2026 Okanagan Wine Country Experience
Get an exclusive passport with free tastings at some of the most loved places in the South Okanagan. With the Stay & Sip Package your stay becomes a complete Okanagan wine tour experience with hotel accommodation included. There are no tours to book and no shuttle to arrange. Just your passport, your own pace and 16 remarkable stops across the Oliver-Osoyoos region.
Best of all, your passport is valid beyond a single stay. If you don’t make it through every stop, you can pick up right where you left off on your next visit to Watermark. It’s as much a reason to come back as it is a reason to come.
What’s Included In The Stay & Sip Package
Book the Stay & Sip package and each registered adult guest receives one exclusive tasting passport. It covers a curated mix of signature wineries, boutique family estates, a craft brewery and a craft distillery, all within a short drive of the resort.
The passport is issued per person at check-in. The package is available for stays from March 2 to October 18, 2026. You can book anytime before October 15, 2026.
Please contact each tasting room in advance to confirm hours of operation and to make reservations before your arrival.
The 2026 passport spans three areas of the South Okanagan: Osoyoos, the Oliver corridor and the Similkameen Valley.
Wineries In The 2026 Tasting Passport
Wine, Beer & Spirit Tastings In Osoyoos
15 Park and Backroads are located at Watermark Beach Resort, so you can start and end your day without ever needing a car. Tumbleweed Spirits on Lakeshore Drive is an easy walk north along the lakefront path, making it the perfect first stop outside the resort. For the remaining Osoyoos stops, Lakeside Cellars, Adega on 45th, Nk’mip Cellars and Moon Curser are all within 2.5 km, a short ride on a rental bike or a five-minute drive along the lake.
Osoyoos sits at the heart of Canada’s only desert and is surrounded by some of the warmest, most sun-drenched vineyard land in the country. The wine tastings in this area stretch along Lakeshore Drive and the surrounding benchlands. The remaining stops are a quick drive through the scenic Osoyoos townsite, making this the easiest cluster of the entire passport to work through in a single afternoon.
Backroads Brewing Co.
Osoyoos, BC
Located at Watermark Beach Resort, Backroads Brewing is a cozy craft brewery with a cabin feel. Think wood tables, board games and a rotating tap of small-batch ales and lagers. They brew on-site and at their original Nelson, BC location. Open since 2023, it is the perfect place to start or end a passport day without leaving the resort.
15 Park
Osoyoos, BC
Also within Watermark Beach Resort, 15 Park is one of Osoyoos’ most celebrated dining destinations. Open daily from breakfast through dinner, the menu celebrates fresh South Okanagan ingredients. It features over ten wines by the glass and an impressive wine cellar for those who prefer to order by the bottle. If you are in the mood for something different, try one of their seasonal cocktails like The Big Dill Caesar or the Bourbon Maple Fizz.
Tumbleweed Spirits
Osoyoos, BC
Tumbleweed Spirits is the passport’s one-of-a-kind distillery stop and Osoyoos’ own craft distillery on Lakeshore Drive. Everything is sourced, bottled and distilled right here in Osoyoos. They use BC grains, locally harvested Okanagan botanicals and spring water from Anarchist Mountain to craft whisky, gin, vodka and moonshine. This is a passport stop unlike any other on the list.
Liber Estates
Osoyoos, BC
Just four minutes north of Watermark and situated along the river, Liber Estates is a family-run organic winery with a genuine farm-to-bottle philosophy. Their wines are crafted with minimal intervention and aged in stainless steel or French oak. They are also available in individual-sized cans for easy sipping on the go. Call ahead for appointments as the team is often working in the cellar.
Lakeside Cellars
Osoyoos, BC
Nestled along the eastern shores of Lake Osoyoos, Lakeside Cellars is a family-owned winery with deep agricultural roots. The estate produces bold reds and crisp whites grown alongside one of Canada’s warmest lakes. Their wines reflect the unique terroir of the South Okanagan. Reservations are recommended and walk-ins are welcome when space allows.
Adega on 45th Estate Winery
Osoyoos, BC
Adega on 45th was founded in 2011 by the Nunes and Farinha families. Their South Okanagan farming roots trace back to 1966. Today, a women-led team produces small-batch Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Merlot from 100% BC estate fruit.
Nk’mip Cellars
Osoyoos, BC
Nk’mip Cellars (pronounced in-ka-meep) is the first Indigenous-owned winery in North America. It embodies the culture and heritage of the Osoyoos Indian Band in everything it does. Driven by the belief that they are “inspired to capture time in a bottle,” the winery produces internationally award-winning wines from a 32,000-acre Sonoran Desert landscape. The adjoining Sweetgrass restaurant serves locally sourced dishes on a sweeping patio overlooking Okanagan Lake.
Moon Curser Vineyards
East Bench, Osoyoos, BC
Perched on the East Bench above Osoyoos, Moon Curser Vineyards takes its name from the town’s gold-smuggling history. The tasting room is open daily and known for its irreverent character and bold wines. Look for their Tempranillo, Dolcetto and Tannat. These varieties are rarely found elsewhere in BC and show just how well the South Okanagan’s desert climate handles unconventional grapes.
Wine Tastings In Oliver
From Watermark, the drive north to Oliver takes roughly 20 minutes along Highway 97. The route passes through open desert landscape before opening into the vineyard-covered slopes of the Golden Mile Bench and Black Sage Bench. This corridor is home to some of the most celebrated estates in BC wine country. It is worth dedicating a full day to work through the stops here at a relaxed pace. Most tasting rooms are clustered along Black Sage Road and Highway 97, making it easy to move between them without backtracking.
Nostalgia Wines
Black Sage Bench, Oliver, BC
Nostalgia Wines is a woman-owned boutique winery in Oliver, run by vintner and fourth-generation farmer Gina Fernandes Harfman. On a 14.5-acre Black Sage Bench estate, she crafts small-lot wines that capture the character of each vintage. Gina invites guests to pause and make moments to remember while exploring the wines. In 2024, WineAlign named Nostalgia the #3 Top Small Winery in Canada. The tasting room is open year-round and hosts a popular Sunset Lounge from mid-May to early November, with live music on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Tinhorn Creek Vineyards
Golden Mile Bench & Black Sage Bench, Oliver, BC
One of the South Okanagan’s pioneering estates, Tinhorn Creek has been shaping the region’s identity since 1993. The winery spans 150 acres across the Golden Mile Bench and Black Sage Bench. Its portfolio ranges from bright whites to the bold reds the Oliver corridor is known for. Expect exceptional patio views and a welcoming tasting experience.
Black Hills Estate Winery
Black Sage Bench, Oliver, BC
Located 13 km north of Osoyoos on Black Sage Road, Black Hills Estate Winery is one of the Okanagan’s most acclaimed estates. Built around Bordeaux and Rhône varietals, the west-facing vineyards enjoy hot dry days and cool nights. This produces concentrated, flavourful fruit at harvest. Their signature Nota Bene blend is among the most sought-after wines in BC. Ask what is available at the tasting bar when you arrive.
Phantom Creek Estates
Black Sage Bench, Oliver, BC
Originally established in 1996, Phantom Creek Estates represents the premium end of South Okanagan winemaking. Director of Winemaking Mark Beringer leads the team. Consulting winemaker Olivier Humbrecht MW, France’s first Master of Wine, guides their white wine program. Together they produce meticulously handcrafted reds and whites from organically farmed vines. Every bottle is hand-sorted and fermented in French oak.
Stoneboat Vineyards
Black Sage Bench, Oliver, BC
Family-owned Stoneboat Vineyards is committed to expressing the distinct terroir of the Black Sage Bench. It is Oliver’s self-described Pinot House. The estate’s Orchard Block Vineyard has been maturing since the late 1970s. The heat-retaining stones throughout the vineyard keep the soil warm well into cooler autumn temperatures, allowing the grapes to fully ripen and develop a rich, enduring flavour. Their Pinotage is particularly worth seeking out, rare, expressive and a true South Okanagan original.
River Stone Estate Winery
Oliver, BC
River Stone Estate Winery sits on a small knoll just north of Oliver, alongside the Okanagan River. Owner and winemaker Ted Kane does everything by hand. The vineyard grows five Bordeaux varietals alongside Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer in rocky, glacially deposited soils. It is a genuine hidden gem with a cozy farmhouse-style tasting room.
Intersection Estate Winery
Golden Mile Bench, Oliver, BC
Founded in 2009 on Oliver’s Golden Mile, Intersection Estate Winery has built a strong reputation for terroir-driven wines. The winery is particularly known for its contrasting Merlots. Same varietal, same harvest date, yet entirely different wines depending on the soil. The tasting room also runs the Vinstitute Wine School, making this one of the most educational stops on the passport.
Wine Tasting In The Similkameen Valley
The drive from Osoyoos to Keremeos takes around 45 minutes heading west along Highway 3. The road winds through dramatic canyon scenery before descending into the Similkameen Valley, a lesser-known wine region that rewards the drive with stunning landscapes and a quieter, more intimate tasting experience. Plan this as a half-day trip as one of the most scenic and memorable days of the passport journey.
Corcelettes Estate Winery
Similkameen Valley, Keremeos, BC
Located in the scenic Similkameen Valley, Corcelettes Estate Winery is known for its Bordeaux varietals, Syrah and Pinot Noir. The estate vineyards are farmed with a commitment to sustainability. Guests enjoy a seated tasting on a patio with panoramic Similkameen Valley views. It is one of the most visually striking stops on the passport. Bookings are recommended through their online system.
Plan Your South Okanagan Wine Tasting Route
The wine passport has 16 stops spread across Osoyoos, Oliver and Keremeos, here is a suggested way to organize your tastings across a multi-night stay.
Day 1: At Watermark & Around Osoyoos
Start at Backroads Brewing inside the resort. From there, walk along the lakefront path to Tumbleweed Spirits on Lakeshore Drive, an easy stroll with lake views the whole way. Several other Osoyoos stops are within 2.5 km of the resort, so consider renting a bike for the afternoon. The flat lakeside path makes cycling between Lakeside Cellars, Adega on 45th, Nk’mip Cellars and Moon Curser a genuinely enjoyable way to taste your way through the day. Finally, end the evening at 15 Park Bistro back at the resort.
Day 2: The Oliver Corridor
Head north on Highway 97 for a scenic 20-minute drive into Oliver. Work through Nostalgia Wines, River Stone, Intersection, Stoneboat, Black Hills and Tinhorn Creek. Stop at Moon Curser on the East Bench on the way back into Osoyoos.
Day 3: Premium Estates & The Similkameen
Dedicate the morning to Phantom Creek Estates on the Black Sage Bench. Then make the scenic 45-minute drive west along Highway 3 to Corcelettes for an afternoon tasting with panoramic Similkameen Valley views.
Most importantly, remember that your passport is valid across multiple stays. If life gets in the way of a full itinerary, you have every reason to return and keep exploring.
Supporting BC’s Wine Community
Watermark is a proud supporter of the local wine scene, built on genuine relationships with owners, winemakers and wine lovers across the South Okanagan.
The BC wine industry has faced significant challenges in recent years. Every visit to a local tasting room, every bottle shared and every passport stamp is a direct act of support for the families and communities behind these wines. Your Stay & Sip experience matters beyond the glass.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Watermark Stay & Sip Wine Passport?
It is an exclusive tasting passport included with the Stay & Sip package at Watermark Beach Resort. Guests who book this package receive a passport granting tastings at 16 participating wineries, breweries and a distillery in the Osoyoos and Oliver region.
Which producers are included in the 2026 passport?
The 2026 Watermark tasting passport includes Backroads Brewing Co., Tinhorn Creek, Black Hills Estate Winery, Lakeside Cellars, Phantom Creek Estates, Nk’mip Cellars, Nostalgia Wines, 15 Park Bistro, Stoneboat Vineyards, Corcelettes Estate Winery, Liber Estates, Adega on 45th Estate Winery, Tumbleweed Spirits, River Stone Estate Winery, Intersection Estate Winery and Moon Curser Vineyards.
When is the Stay & Sip package available?
The package is available for stays from March 2 to October 18, 2026. You can book anytime before October 15, 2026.
Do I need to make reservations at each winery?
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How many wineries can I visit on a weekend?
Most guests comfortably visit four to six producers per day. A two-night stay gives you plenty of time to explore the Osoyoos area and make a day trip up the Oliver corridor.
Is Watermark Beach Resort a winery hotel in Osoyoos?
Watermark is not a winery itself but is the ideal base for exploring Osoyoos wine country. Guests who book the Stay & Sip package receive an exclusive tasting passport covering 16 South Okanagan producers, making it the closest experience to a winery accommodation in Osoyoos. You get the comfort of a beachfront hotel with direct access to the best of wine country right outside the door.
Is the passport valid for more than one stay?
Yes. If you do not visit every stop during your stay, your passport remains valid for future visits until the passport expires on November 15, 2026. It is a great reason to come back and continue the journey.
Book your stay today and experience everything Okanagan wine country has to offer.
