The Summerland Bench terroir is defined by its glacially sculpted slopes, gravelly soils, and moderating lake influence, creating optimal conditions for growing expressive, cool-climate varietals. This unique combination results in wines with bright acidity, refined minerality, and distinct site-driven character.
Summerland is a picturesque town nestled on the western shores of Okanagan Lake, renowned for its vineyards, orchards, and scenic beauty. It offers a blend of small-town charm and rich agricultural heritage, highlighted by attractions like the historic Kettle Valley Steam Railway and the popular Bottleneck Drive wine route.
Penticton is a larger scenic Okanagan city renowned for its lakefront lifestyle, thriving wine industry, and access to year-round outdoor activities. Penticton has locations of most big box stores and even has its own airport providing direct access.
where vineyard meets wilderness, garnet valley ranch rises as a living masterpiece of scale, beauty, and intention. spanning 312 acres of certified organic land, this rare okanagan estate weaves together vines and lavender fields, shrub and restored ponds, wildlife corridors and sweeping valley views. it is a place where heritage and innovation converge—crafted for ultra-premium wine, shaped for enduring stewardship, and destined to become one of canada’s most extraordinary vineyard legacies.
vineyards & agriculture
vineyard planting began in 2014, guided by precision viticulture and an uncompromising commitment to quality. today, 28.65 acres of pinot noir, gamay, chardonnay, and riesling are established, with an additional 14.96 acres prepared for planting and 31 acres identified as plantable. beyond the vineyard blocks, 8.5 acres are devoted to organic vegetables and fragrant lavender fields, further enhancing the estate’s biodiversity and potential for agritourism.
the outlook guest centre
at the heart of the estate lies the outlook, a newly constructed tasting room and guest centre completed in 2022. with 1,500 square feet of indoor space and a 2,500-square-foot patio, the outlook offers sweeping views of the surrounding vineyards and natural landscape. designed for both intimate gatherings and larger events, it establishes the ranch as a destination for wine lovers, investors, and guests alike.
estate features
the property encompasses a 2,360-square-foot log home, temporary farm worker housing, a workshop and barn, rv sites, and a charming pavilion beside a restored pond. extensive internal roads and trails provide access throughout the property, enabling exploration by foot, vehicle, or horseback. with 229 acres remaining undeveloped, garnet valley ranch offers extraordinary flexibility for future vision.
wildlife & environment
more than a vineyard, garnet valley ranch is a living ecosystem. a restored pond and preserved wildlife corridors invite herons, ospreys, and over 75 species of birds, alongside deer, bears, and coyotes that roam freely through the landscape. by integrating farming with conservation, the ranch exemplifies a model of stewardship rare in vineyard development.
investment potential
the ranch holds a wine manufacturing license, providing the foundation for a fully realized estate winery. the garnet valley ranch brand, business assets, and inventory are available in addition to the list price, creating a seamless opportunity for immediate operation. whether envisioned as a premium estate winery, an expansion vineyard for an existing label, or a private retreat of scale and beauty, garnet valley ranch offers an unparalleled canvas.
garnet valley ranch is more than land—it is vision realized. at once an organic vineyard, a centre of biodiversity, and a place of natural beauty, it represents a rare convergence of lifestyle, heritage, and investment potential. with 312 acres of possibility in the heart of the okanagan valley, garnet valley ranch stands as one of canada’s most unique vineyard estates, ready for its next steward to shape its future.
